The Australian Communications and Media Authority (ACMA) has ordered internet service providers (ISPs) to block four more illegal gambling and affiliate marketing websites that violate the Interactive Gambling Act of 2001.
This action follows investigations that found several services to be non-compliant. The latest websites to be blocked include Casino Australia Online, Pokies.bet, Pokiesman, and Smart Pokies.
Website blocking is one of several enforcement measures designed to protect Australians from illegal gambling services.
The ACMA can take action against services that provide prohibited gambling options, such as online casinos and slot machines, to Australian customers. It can also target unlicensed online betting services that lack a valid Australian license and those advertising prohibited or unlicensed gambling services.
Since the ACMA began its blocking efforts in November 2019, it has successfully blocked 1,026 illegal gambling and affiliate websites.
Additionally, over 220 illegal services have withdrawn from the Australian market due to stricter enforcement of offshore gambling regulations.
The ACMA has warned consumers to be cautious of services that seem legitimate, as they often lack important consumer protections.
