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Australia’s ACMA targets eight more illegal gambling sites for blocking

The Australian Communications and Media Authority (ACMA) has recognised Lucky7even, 50 Crowns, Rockwin, Bitdreams, Mr Pacho, Casino Infinity, Zota Bet, and Spicyjackpots as websites operating in violation of the Interactive Gambling Act 2001. Igaming News reported that ACMA, responsible for overseeing online gambling regulations, has requested…
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Australia’s ACMA targets eight more illegal gambling sites for blocking
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Australia’s ACMA requests blocking of eight gambling sites

ACMA named Lucky7even, 50 Crowns, Rockwin, Bitdreams, Mr Pacho, Casino Infinity, Zota Bet and Spicyjackpots as sites to be blocked. It said each site was operating in breach of the Interactive Gambling Act 2001. The organisation did not go into detail about specific breaches of the Act. However, it did set out how it can take action if a website…
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Australia’s ACMA requests blocking of eight gambling sites
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What are the benefits of using a VPN for online casino apps?

Are you sick and weary of specific states or nations preventing you from accessing online casino sites? It can be annoying, particularly if you're on the road and find yourself unexpectedly unable to place bets. But don't worry; using a VPN for casino apps is a solution that can help you get around these limitations. A virtual private network, or…
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Indonesia continues crackdown on online gambling content

Indonesia's Ministry of Communication and Informatics (Kominfo) has blocked access to over 800000 forms of gambling-related online content, reports Gambling Insider. Gambling - casinos, poker rooms, sports betting and bingo - has been banned in the country since 1974, but it continues to see gambling-related sites accepting Indonesian registrations…
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Indonesia blocks access to over 800,000 items of online gambling content

JAKARTA: Communication and Informatics (Kominfo) Minister Budi Arie Setiadi stated that his ministry has cut off access to more than 800 thousand items of online gambling content from July to December 2023, reported ANTARA. "This achievement is equivalent to the accumulation of (efforts focused on) online gambling content blocking that had been…
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Kominfo Blocks Over 800,000 Online Gambling Content in July-December 2023

TEMPO.CO, Jakarta - The Ministry of Communication and Informatics (Kominfo Ministry) claimed to have blocked over 800000 online gambling content in less than six months, from July 17 to December 30, 2023. "The achievement is on par with the accumulation of 5 years of online gambling blockage by the government," said Kominfo Minister Budi Arie…
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Access blocked to over 800,000 items of online gambling content

Jakarta (ANTARA) - Communication and Informatics (Kominfo) Minister Budi Arie Setiadi stated that his ministry has cut off access to more than 800 thousand items of online gambling content from July to December 2023."This achievement is equivalent to the accumulation of (efforts focused on) online gambling content blocking that had been carried out…
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Access blocked to over 800,000 items of online gambling content
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Chile's Chamber of Deputies passes online gaming bill

The bill was approved by a large majority of the chamber. It aims to carve out a competitive online gaming market in the country, while protecting the health and safety of players. If passed into law, the bill would give new powers to several Chilean regulatory bodies. These include the Superintendence of Casino Games (SCJ), the Commission for the…
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Gambling addiction hard to beat

BETWEEN 2020 and 2022, the number of problem gamblers seeking help from different agencies in Singapore numbered from about 800 to 1000 each year. Around half of those who made a declaration had participated in illegal online gambling. These figures, shared by Sim Gim Guan, the chairman of Singapore's National Council on Problem Gambling (NCPG),…
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‘Gamblers think their problems will disappear’: Crackdown on illegal sites but addiction hard to beat

SINGAPORE - Between 2020 and 2022, the number of problem gamblers seeking help from different agencies numbered from about 800 to 1000 each year. Around half of those who made a declaration had participated in illegal online gambling. These figures, shared by Mr Sim Gim Guan, the chairman of the National Council on Problem Gambling (NCPG), took…
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‘Gamblers think their problems will disappear’: Crackdown on illegal sites but addiction hard to beat
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Navigating the Landscape: Rules and Regulation of Online Casinos in Australia

Australia's online casino sector operates within an intricate network of regulations and guidelines designed to ensure equitable play, safeguard consumers and mitigate the impact of unlicensed offshore operators. The regulatory structure, predominantly governed by the Interactive Gambling Act 2001 (IGA), has experienced substantial updates…
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Navigating the Landscape: Rules and Regulation of Online Casinos in Australia
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Indonesia takes serious measures to combat online gambling

INDONESIA: As of last Wednesday (18 Oct), the Indonesian Ministry of Communication and Information Technology (Kemenkominfo) has cracked down on a significant number of online gambling contents, amounting to 425506, in a vigorous effort to combat the widespread issue of online gambling in the country. According to Minister of Communication and…
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Indonesian Ministry of Communications finds online gambling servers based in Cambodia, Philippines

Indonesian Minister of Communication and Information (Kominfo), Budi Arie Setiadi, stated that servers of rampant online gambling sites in the country are based in Cambodia and the Philippines, where such gambling activities are ilegal. "The servers are located in Cambodia and the Philippines," Budi Arie said in a press conference at the Kominfo…
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Kominfo Finds Online Gambling Servers Based in Cambodia, Philippines

TEMPO.CO, Jakarta - Indonesian Minister of Communication and Information (Kominfo), Budi Arie Setiadi, stated that servers of rampant online gambling sites in the country are based in Cambodia and the Philippines, where such gambling activities are legal. "The servers are located in Cambodia and the Philippines," Budi Arie said in a press…
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Kominfo Blocks Nearly Half A Million Online Gambling Contents on Various Platforms

TEMPO.CO, Jakarta - Indonesian Minister of Communication and Information (Kominfo), Budi Arie Setiadi, underlined that the government will continue to take efforts to eradicate online gambling. One of them is blocking access or content related to such illegal activity. "From July 18 to October 18, 2023, we have terminated access to 425506 gambling…
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ACMA Blocks Five Illegal Offshore Online Betting Websites

Violation of the Australian law: The ACMA found out that casinos broke the Interactive Gambling Act 2002 and requested the block of Viperspin, Just Casino, Betandplay, Play Fina, and Comic Play Casino. The websites would be blocked by the Australian Internet Service Providers (ISPs). Back in 2017, when ACMA started issuing blocking requests, 835…
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ACMA orders blocking of five more offshore gambling websites

ACMA said Viperspin, Just Casino, Betandplay, Play Fina and Comic Play Casino had been operating illegally in Australia. The regulator deems this in breach of the country's Interactive Gambling Act 2001. As such, ACMA has asked Australian internet service providers to block access to each of the sites. "Australians who use illegal gambling services…
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ACMA orders blocking of five more offshore gambling websites
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5 more illegal online gambling sites blocked

The ACMA has requested that Australian internet service providers (ISPs) block more illegal offshore gambling websites, after investigations found 5 services to be operating in breach of the Interactive Gambling Act 2001. The latest sites blocked include: Viperspin Just Casino Betandplay Play Fina Comic Play Casino. Since the ACMA made its first…
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The Complicated Online Gambling Landscape In Turkey

Learn More About Online Gambling In Turkey Ankara, Turkey --News Direct-- Millions of people throughout the world participate in various forms of virtual wagering, making online gambling a global phenomenon. The legal status of online gambling, however, varies widely from country to country, and Turkey is no different. In this article, we will look…
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Brazil lower house approves gambling bill

The passage of the bill marks one of the final hurdles in the long journey to regulate online gambling in Brazil, the 10th largest economy in the world. Bill 3626/23 - which will replace the provisional measure (PM) president Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva issued in July - was amended several times from the original bill that the rapporteur, deputy…
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Danish Gambling Regulator Blocks 49 Illegal Gambling Websites

The Danish Gambling Authority (DGA), Spillemyndigheden, the independent agency in charge of regulation of gambling in the country, announced that nearly 50 illegal gambling websites were blocked. Tasked with the regulation of online gambling activities, the Authority has been monitoring the market in Denmark since its liberalization dating back…
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The Legal and Tax Implications of Online Casino Winnings for Polish Players

Greetings, fellow enthusiasts of the thrilling world of online gambling. I am Milan Rabszhki, your devoted guide through the intricate labyrinth of casino games and the intricacies of the gambling landscape. As a seasoned gambling expert, my mission is to illuminate the shadows that often cloud the minds of players, offering clarity and insight…
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The Legal and Tax Implications of Online Casino Winnings for Polish Players
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More Illegal Gambling Websites Added to ACMA List of Blocked Domains

The Australian Communications and Media Authority (ACMA) has added five other illegal offshore gambling sites to its list of blocked operators. The regulator demanded that Australian Internet Service Providers (ISPs) should block the websites of the brand Reef Reels, Royal Reels, Ricky Casino, Slots Gallery, and Slotastic. All five of them were…
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More Illegal Gambling Websites Added to ACMA List of Blocked Domains
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ACMA Blocks 4 More Illegal Offshore Gambling Websites

The ACMA has requested that Australian internet service providers (ISPs) block more illegal offshore gambling websites, after investigations found 4 services to be operating in breach of the Interactive Gambling Act 2001. The latest sites blocked include: Reef Reels, Royal Reels, Slots Gallery and Slotastic. Website blocking is one of a range of…
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ACMA Blocks 4 More Illegal Offshore Gambling Websites
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From Wilderness to Winning: Canada’s Slot-Inspired Travel Adventures

Canada is renowned for its breathtaking landscapes, diverse wildlife, and thrilling outdoor adventures. However, beyond the natural wonders, the country offers a unique twist for travelers seeking excitement and entertainment: slot-inspired travel adventures. Combining the beauty of the Canadian wilderness with the thrill of online slot gaming,…
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A general introduction to gambling law in Romania

The Romanian primary gambling legislation (Government Emergency Ordinance No. 77/2009 on the organisation and operation of games of chance, as subsequently amended and supplemented (GEO 77/2009)) provides the following definitions for gambling products: Lottery - a game of chance that depends on the random outcome of events consisting of the…
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Significant Guide to Gaming Laws Online for You to Follow

In the last 12 months, two of the biggest online gambling companies in Britain, Entertain and William Hill, were handed record fines by the UK Gambling Commission. Both companies were found to have failed in their responsibility to protect vulnerable customers and prevent money laundering. These fines serve as a stark reminder of the importance of…
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Kiwi Banks at Odds With Aussie Bosses Over Gambling On Credit

Australian banks are supporting a Canberra government ban on gamblers using their credit cards to bet online. Their Kiwi subsidiaries are taking quite a different position. The idea of someone taking out a credit card to hit the pokies online is either A-okay or deeply concerning, depending on whether you're an Australian bank in Australia or the…
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Europe Gambling Update: Key Changes and Regulatory Shifts

This Europe Gambling Update is part of our new'Gambling Update' series. It covers important regulatory changes expected to bring headwinds for multinational online operators over the coming year or so. Operators should be prepared for the proposed new frameworks in Europe, and the tightening of existing ones. Italy The online gambling regulatory…
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A first look at the gambling act review white paper

The UK Government published the long awaited Gambling Act Review White Pape r today which contains the most comprehensive plans to reform the gambling sector since the Gambling Act was introduced back in 2005. It is the culmination of the Government's call for evidence on existing gambling legislation in December 2020 (link), and its official…
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UK unveils long-awaited White Paper on gambling

Gaming News 27 April 2023 (PRESS RELEASE) -- Millions of people enjoy gambling every year - whether that be putting money on a horse, playing at a casino, or a bet on the football - and much of this is now done through smartphones. Technology has transformed the industry and people can bet 24 hours a day through'mobile virtual casinos' in their…
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Major reform of gambling laws to protect vulnerable users in smartphone era

Millions of people enjoy gambling every year - whether that be putting money on a horse, playing at a casino, or a bet on the football - and much of this is now done through smartphones. Technology has transformed the industry and people can bet 24 hours a day through'mobile virtual casinos' in their pockets. Most people play without issue, but…
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[The Viewpoint] Online Gaming to follow New IT Rules

On April 6, 2023, The Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MEITY) (notified as nodal ministry for all matters pertaining to online gaming industry and e-sports) notified amendment to the Existing IT Rules 2021 i.e. the Information Technology (Intermediary Guidelines and Digital Media Ethics Code) Amendment Rules, 2023 (" Amended…
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French regulator ANJ publishes blacklist of illegal iGaming websites

French gambling regulator l'Autorité nationale des jeux (ANJ) has published a blacklist of iGaming websites that have been the subject of blocking and delisting orders. The list has been shared to enable players to better identify illegal sites and will be updated monthly. "The fight against the illegal offer of gambling is a priority and constant…
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ACMA adds eight more illegal offshore gambling websites to their list

Following the ban on illegal gambling websites found violating the Interactive Gambling Act of 2001, the Australian Communications and Media Authority (ACMA) has further requested the internet service providers (ISPs) in Australia to block eight more websites. The new websites include Casino Jax, Mirax Casino, Wild Fortune Casino, Kosmonaut Casino,…
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ACMA adds eight more illegal offshore gambling websites to their list
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ACMA Blocks More Illegal Offshore Gambling and Affiliate Marketing Websites

The Australian Communications and Media Authority (ACMA) has requested that Australian internet service providers (ISPs) block more illegal offshore gambling websites and affiliate-marketing websites. The latest sites blocked include Casino Jax, Mirax Casino, Wild Fortune Casino, Kosmonaut Casino, Slotozen, Rolling Slots, N1 Bet Casino and No…
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ACMA orders blocking of further eight offshore websites

ACMA ordered Casino Jax, Mirax Casino, Wild Fortune Casino, Kosmonaut Casino, Slotozen, Rolling Slots, N1 Bet Casino and No Deposit Kings to be blocked. The operators were deemed to be operating illegally in the country and in breach of the Interactive Gambling Act 2001. ACMA requested that Australian internet service providers block access to the…
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Why have Poland Casino Businesses faced controversy for many years?

Gambling activities in Poland are controversial and monopolized. The November 19th, 2009, Act regulates all Polish gaming. The Act stipulates only four kinds of gambling games. These are betting, slot machines, card games, and games of chance. Although the gambling Act defines each game type further, it has not addressed some vital matters…
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ACMA blocks six more offshore gambling websites

Pokie Surf, 24 Casino, Stellar Spins, Olympia Casino, Rock n Reels and Boomerang Casino were all found in breach of the Interactive Gambling Act 2001. As a result, ACMA issued a request for Australian internet service providers to block access to all six websites for players in the country. Since ACMA made its first blocking request in November…
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ACMA Carries on with Fight against Illegal Gambling Websites

The Authority said Wednesday it has conducted an investigation and uncovered six new service providers that operated illegally in the country. ACMA said the illegal offshore gambling websites operated in breach of the main gambling regulation in the country, the Interactive Gambling Act 2001. As a result, it urged internet service providers (ISPs)…
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Online Casinos Have No Responsible Gambling Policies

An Australian gambling addict is hoping to recover his losses with two offshore casinos which allowed him to gamble despite his self-exclusion from pubs, clubs and casinos in Australia. Blake Barnard, 42, who lost nearly AU$300000 ($201000) while gambling with online casinos registered in Curacao, is considering taking legal action against the…
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Australia: ACMA requests two more illegal gambling websites be blocked

The Australian Communications and Media Authority (ACMA) announced Wednesday it has requested that Australian internet service providers block more illegal offshore gambling websites after investigations found two services to be operating in breach of the Interactive Gambling Act 2001. The latest sites blocked include Pokizino and ABA Lucky…
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Blake banned himself from gaming venues, but he lost another $300,000 through online casinos

Blake Barnard had already banned himself from pubs, clubs and casinos when he lost another $300000 on the pokies. In Australia, it's against the law to provide gambling services without an Australian licence Many sites obtain their licences offshore, with a growing number offering crypto deposits The Australian Communications and Media Authority…
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ACMA Blocks Two Illegal Offshore Gambling Websites

The ACMA has requested the Australian internet service providers (ISPs) to block two illegal offshore gambling websites, after investigations found that those two websites are operating in breach of the Interactive Gambling Act 2001. The latest sites blocked include Pokizino and ABA Lucky 33. Website blocking is one of a range of enforcement…
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ACMA blocks two more illegal gambling websites

The Australian Communications and Media Authority (ACMA) has issued two new blocking orders to internet service providers in the country. The bans target Pokizino and ABA Lucky 33, illegal gambling websites operating without a license in the Down Under, that do so in direct breach of the Interactive Gambling Act 2001. The pair is targeted by the…
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Australia: ACMA requests internet providers block 9 more illegal offshore gambling websites

The Australian Communications and Media Authority announced Thursday it has requested that Australian internet service providers block 9 illegal offshore gambling websites operating in breach of the Interactive Gambling Act 2001. This time, the involved sites are Winning Days, 21Bit Casino, Oshi Casino, Lucky Elf Casino, NeoSpin, Lets Lucky, Boho…
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ACMA issues two further blocking orders against offshore sites

Pokizino and ABA Lucky 33 were deemed to be operating in the country illegally, with ACMA having contacted Australian internet service providers (ISPs) to block access to both sites. ACMA said that, as neither site held a licence, they were operating in breach of the Interactive Gambling Act 2001 and as such were offering online gambling in…
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ACMA issues two further blocking orders against offshore sites
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ACMA Blocks Another Nine Illegal Gambling Sites

The ACMA has requested that Australian internet service providers (ISPs) block more illegal offshore gambling websites, after investigations found 9 services to be operating in breach of the Interactive Gambling Act 2001. The latest sites blocked include Winning Days, 21Bit Casino, Oshi Casino, Lucky Elf Casino, NeoSpin, Lets Lucky, Boho Casino,…
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ACMA Blocks Another Nine Illegal Gambling Sites
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ACMA is relentless in its fight against illegal offshore online gambling

the shutdown of Cloudbet and Las Atlantis, better known as two offshore gambling websites, Australian Communications and Media (ACMA) is taking the fight against illegal gaming in Australia a step further by requesting that Australian internet service providers (ISPs) block 9 additional illegal offshore gambling websites. The sites are titled,…
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ACMA Expands List of Illegal Gambling Websites

The Australian government statutory body responsible for the regulation of broadcasting, radiocommunications and telecommunications, the Australian Communications and Media Authority (ACMA), expanded its list of illegal gambling websites. On Thursday, ACMA asked internet service providers (ISPs) in Australia to block access to more illegal gambling…
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Asia round-up: Emperor, ACMA, Malaysia & our top stories from the region this week

Operator of the Grand Emperor Hotel, Emperor Entertainment, has reported total revenue of HK$108.6m (US$13.9m) for the six months up to 30 September 2022. The company says this figure, a 51% decline from the prior-year period, is a result of the cessation of the operator's Macau gaming business. It was announced that the Grand Emperor Hotel in…
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Hardware upgrades for a better gambling experience

We all want our past time to be as good as possible, pristine if need be, putting our feet up and enjoying the buzz and thrills of our spare time. Many of us enjoy gaming via gaming consoles such as Playstation and Xbox, whilst others seek ways around Gamstop to snag the best deals out of online casino platforms. We all have our likes when it comes…
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ACMA's continues to fight against illegal offshore gambling online

After issuing a warning for the online gaming provider, Proxous, for providing iGaming products to illegal online casinos, Australian Communications and Media (ACMA) goes one step further with its fight against illegal gaming in Australia by requesting that Australian internet service providers (ISPs) block new additional illegal offshore gambling…
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ACMA's continues to fight against illegal offshore gambling online
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ACMA warns Proxous for providing software to illegal casino sites

An investigation by ACMA found that by sublicensing Realtime Gaming (RTG)-branded software products used by the casinos, Proxous was knowingly involved in the provision of prohibited interactive gambling services to Australians, thus placing it in breach of the Interactive Gambling Act 2001. The illegal casino brands deemed to have been operating…
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ACMA Blocks More Illegal Offshore Gambling Websites

The ACMA has requested that Australian internet service providers (ISPs) block more illegal offshore gambling websites. The sites include Cloudbet and Las Atlantis. The ACMA investigated and found these services to be operating in breach of the Interactive Gambling Act 2001. Website blocking is one of a range of enforcement options to protect…
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ACMA Bans Illegal Online Mobile Casino Websites And Affiliates

ACMA has cracked down on additional 160 unregistered operators in the country, including the shutdown of a major casino provider thepokies.net, citing fears of illegal gaming and other illicit operations. Aside from websites, the regulator is also taking aim at affiliates and mobile apps that try to drive traffic towards their respective brands. In…
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ACMA continues to act against illegal gambling

The Australian Communications and Media Authority (ACMA) has revealed a new long list of illegal gambling operators that the regulator has now ordered internet service providers (ISPs) to ban in the country. This move will prevent the websites from having the opportunity of targeting local audiences or push unregulated and potentially risky…
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ACMA continues to act against illegal gambling
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ACMA requests ISPs block a further 15 offshore gambling websites

Australia's media and communications watchdog has called on internet service providers (ISPs) to block more offshore gambling websites. , the Australian Communications and Media Authority (ACMA) has found a further 15 platforms in breach of Australian law. Specifically, an ACMA investigation found the identified websites in breach of the…
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ACMA requests ISPs block a further 15 offshore gambling websites
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ACMA blocks illegal offshore gambling and affiliate marketing websites

The Australian Communications and Media Authority (ACMA) has requested that Australian internet service providers (ISPs) block access to additional illegal offshore gambling and affiliate marketing websites. The latest sites to be blacklisted by the ACMA for targeting players in Australia include Casino Moons, Winnerama, Extra Vegas, Win Paradise,…
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ACMA blocks illegal offshore gambling and affiliate marketing websites
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Australian watchdog adds six names to its iGaming ‘blacklist’

In Australia, the nation's media and communications watchdog has announced that it has asked local Internet service providers to block customers from accessing six more unlicensed online casinos and associated affiliate marketing domains. The Australian Communications and Media Authority (ACMA) used an official Thursday press release to detail that…
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Australian watchdog adds six names to its iGaming ‘blacklist’
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ACMA Blocks Illegal Offshore Gambling and Affiliate Marketing Websites

The ACMA has requested that Australian internet service providers (ISPs) block more illegal offshore gambling and affiliate marketing websites. The sites include Casino Moons, Winnerama, Extra Vegas, Win Paradise, LegitGamblingSites and Gamblers Lab. The ACMA investigated and found these services to be operating in breach of the Interactive…
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ACMA blocks six offshore gambling and affiliate marketing websites

Casino Moons, Winnerama, Extra Vegas, Win Paradise, LegitGamblingSites.com and Gamblers Lab were all investigated by the ACMA and found to be operating in breach of the Interactive Gambling Act 2001. As such, the ACMA contacted internet service providers (ISPs) in the country and requested that the sites be blocked in Australia. Since the ACMA made…
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ACMA blocks six offshore gambling and affiliate marketing websites
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ACMA Shuts Down Six Offshore Gambling Sites

After issuing a warning to Proxous Advanced Solutions over a series of breaches of the 2001 Interactive Gambling Act at the beginning of the month, the Australian Communications and Media Authority (ACMA) has announced that it has blocked six new offshore gambling and affiliate marketing websites. The ACMA has asked Australian internet service…
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ACMA Shuts Down Six Offshore Gambling Sites
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BluBet Approved for Virtual Slots in Germany

Gambling and sports betting brand BluBet has been approved to operate virtual slot games in Germany. The company received the virtual slot machine license from the State Administrative Office of Saxony-Anhalt and will now be able to diversify its offer in the country. The license approval is welcome news for BluBet as its parent company, Novo…
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Proxous warned about illegal gambling products in Australia

Online gaming provider Proxous Advanced Solutions Limited was recently issued a warning by the Australian Communications and Media Authority (ACMA) for providing gaming products to online casinos that offer illegal gaming in Australia. The formal warning was provided after an investigation into the company revealed the issue. Interactive Gambling…
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Proxous warned about illegal gambling products in Australia
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German Gambling Regulator Asks ISPs to Block Illegal iGaming Websites

Germany's new gambling regulator, Glücksspielbehörde (GGL), has asked local internet service providers (ISPs) to block access to unlicensed international gambling websites that are currently targeting the German market. The GGL has made its stance clear on the subject of illegal gambling websites. Just last week, the regulator black listed…
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German Gambling Regulator Asks ISPs to Block Illegal iGaming Websites
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ACMA Moves to Block Major Illegal Gambling Website

The Australian Communications and Media Authority (ACMA) has requested Australian internet service providers (ISPs) to block the illegal gambling website thepokies.net. This is one of the most significant websites to be blocked since the ACMA started using this regulatory tool in November 2019. Payments to the site are estimated to run into tens of…
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ACMA bans illegal casino-style website

There is "nothing you can do" if an illegal website keeps your money, ACMA's Nerida O'Loughlin says. An illegal gambling website that has taken tens of millions of Australians' dollars will be blocked after intervention from the communications watchdog. The Australian Communications and Media Authority (ACMA) has requested thepokies.net be banned…
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Crackdown on pokie site awash with ’tens of millions of dollars

Crackdown on pokie site awash with'tens of millions of dollars' We're sorry, this feature is currently unavailable. We're working to restore it. Please try again later. Australia's media regulator has cracked down on an illegal casino-style gambling website awash with tens of millions of dollars, ordering internet service providers to ban the…
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Factors that Make Online Casinos Grow in the UK

The UK gambling industry has undergone various changes over the last few decades. The majority of these transformations can be largely attributed to technological advancements. One of the main changes is the emergence of online casinos. Gone are the days when players depended only on traditional land-based casinos. Most players have realized that…
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Australia: ACMA blocks 10 offshore illegal gambling and affiliate websites

The Australian Communications and Media Authority (ACMA) has blocked more illegal gambling and affiliate websites, the regulator announced Thursday. The independent statutory authority has now requested that Australian internet service providers (ISPs) block 10 non-compliant offshore sites. The latest sites to join the growing list are Stay Casino,…
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ACMA issues nine blocking orders against igaming and affiliate sites

The authority said the nine all breached the Interactive Gambling Act 2001 by offering services to Australian players without a licence. As such, the ACMA contacted Australian internet service providers to block access to Stay Casino, Bambet, Dazard Casino, Level Up Casino, Rocketplay Casino, Wild Tornado Casino, Cobra Casino, Cobra Bet, Casinority…
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5 Cybersecurity Tips You Must Know While Playing Online Casinos

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A general introduction to gambling law in Portugal

Under Decree-Law 422/89 (the Portuguese Gaming Law), games of fortune and chance are defined as those in which the result is contingent wholly or mainly on chance. Chance is the dominant factor for the purpose of this definition. The same definition of games of fortune and chance exists in Decree-Law No. 66/2015 (the Online Gaming Regime), but the…
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A general introduction to gambling law in Portugal
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ACMA Blocks More Illegal Gambling and Affiliate-marketing Websites

The ACMA has requested that Australian internet service providers (ISPs) block more illegal offshore gambling and affiliate marketing websites. The sites include Golden Crown Casino, Sol Casino, PowBet, ExciteWin, Sportaza and Gamble Online. The ACMA undertook investigations that found these sites to be operating in breach of the Interactive…
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Legalization of Online Casino in Poland

Poland's economy has grown at a breathtaking speed since the Cold War. Since the country became an EU member, the economy has been growing rapidly. This is also due to the ever-increasing number of tourists, who are attracted by cities such as Krakow or the old Hanseatic city of Gdansk, as well as by the beautiful beaches on the Baltic Sea or the…
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Online Poker Report

Ontario Online Gambling Pt. 1: The Canadian Status Quo

There's considerable excitement around Ontario's plan to privatize online gambling, but also a lot of confusion. The launch of the first sites operating under the new system will take place on April 4. However, many Canadians aren't clear on the status of online gambling under Canadian law to begin with. Some may not know what options they have…
Gaming Authorities
Ontario Online Gambling Pt. 1: The Canadian Status Quo
World Casino News

ACMA expands its iGaming ‘blacklist’

In Australia and the nation's media and communications watchdog is continuing its campaign against unlicensed iGaming domains by announcing that it has blocked access to six more potentially shady sites. The Australian Communications and Media Authority (ACMA) used an official Thursday press release to detail that it took action against the…
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ACMA expands its iGaming ‘blacklist’
Gambling Insider

ACMA blocks more illegal gambling sites

The Australian Communications and Media Authority (ACMA) has requested that internet service providers (ISPs) in the country block more illegal offshore gambling and affiliate marketing websites. The latest sites to join the growing list are Pokies Parlour, Ninja Spins, Pokies Online Casino, CasinoAus, Australian Casino Sites, and AU Online…
Gambling Sites
ACMA blocks more illegal gambling sites
European Gaming

ACMA Blocks More Illegal Gambling and Affiliate Websites

The Australian Communications and Media Authority (ACMA) has requested the Australian internet service providers (ISPs) to block more illegal offshore gambling and affiliate marketing websites. The sites include: Pokies Parlour Ninja Spins Pokies Online Casino CasinoAus Australian Casino Sites AU Online Casino The ACMA undertook investigations that…
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ACMA Blocks More Illegal Gambling and Affiliate Websites
iGaming Business

ACMA issues six blocking orders against offshore gambling and affiliate sites

Gambling websites Pokies Parlour and Ninja Spins were both ruled to have been operating in breach of the Interactive Gambling Act 2000, as were affiliate sites Pokies Online Casino, CasinoAus, Australian Casino Sites and AU Online Casino. In response, the ACMA requested Australian internet service providers (ISPs) to block access to all six…
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ACMA issues six blocking orders against offshore gambling and affiliate sites
Gambling News

ACMA Blocks More Australian Gambling Affiliates

The Australian Communications and Media Authority (ACMA) is taking aim not just at the operators who try to operate in the country without a license, but also at those who enable them. That is why the latest enforcement move by the watchdog has targeted four affiliate gambling websites that try to drive traffic towards their partner brands. Now,…
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ACMA Blocks More Australian Gambling Affiliates
Tech Lech

NTA Asks Nepali ISPs to Block Crypto Trading and Online Gambling Platform

Internet service providers (ISPs) in Nepal may soon restrict access to all websites and apps associated with illegal cryptocurrency, pyramid schemes, and online gambling. On March 14, 2022, Nepal Telecommunications Authority, the country's telecom regulator, issued a circular to all ISPs in Nepal. The circular requested that they block access to…
Industry
NTA Asks Nepali ISPs to Block Crypto Trading and Online Gambling Platform
The Dubrovnik Times

ACMA Clamps Down on Unlicensed Offshore Gambling Sites

The Australian Communications and Media Authority (ACMA) requested internet service providers (ISPs) to block the offshore online gambling sites Zebet, Slot Vibe, Zeturf, Johnnie Kash Kings, Arlekin Casino, Tangiers Casino, Horus Casino, 7 Reels, Winward Casino, Thebes Casino, and 21 Dukes. ACMA investigated these offshore gambling sites and found…
Gambling Sites
ACMA Clamps Down on Unlicensed Offshore Gambling Sites
Gambling News

Dutch Authorities Eliminate Loophole Allowing Minors to Gamble

The Dutch government has successfully eliminated a problematic gaming regulation loophole that could have allowed underage players to make real money deposits and place bets online with certain operators. While no such cases were officially reported, the operators that had triggered the loophole acknowledged the problem and guaranteed they would…
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Dutch Authorities Eliminate Loophole Allowing Minors to Gamble
Yogonet

MaxBet TV to launch first casino and gambling-focused TV network with Setplex

Setplex, a provider of end-to-end solutions for OTT service providers, announced on Tuesday that it has been selected by MaxBet TV to launch the industry's first casino and gambling-centric television network. Utilizing the Setplex end-to-end OTT platform, MaxBet TV will deliver a linear television channel with original programming to its global…
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MaxBet TV to launch first casino and gambling-focused TV network with Setplex