The Australian Communications and Media Authority (ACMA) has directed internet service providers (ISPs) in the nation to prohibit access to 11 more foreign gambling websites.
The ACMA has mandated the blocking of these 11 extra foreign websites, which were discovered to be in contravention of the Interactive Gambling Act of 2001.
After investigations, the ACMA determined that Pokie Island, Rich Palms, Lucky Tiger Casino, Megaslot, Bitkingz, Parimatchwin, Casino Rocket, Montecryptos, Cabarino, Robin Roo, and Jackpot Jill VIP were all in violation of the Interactive Gambling Act of 2001.
Consequently, the ACMA has declared that these websites are unlawfully providing online gambling in Australia and has encouraged ISPs to restrict access.
Since November 2019, when the ACMA first requested blocking, 555 unlawful gambling websites have been blocked. Furthermore, over 170 websites have withdrawn from Australia since 2017, when the ACMA began enforcing new regulations against illegal foreign gambling.
The organization stated, “Website blocking offers a valuable chance to increase public awareness of illegal gambling services through warning messages that appear when accessing the sites.”
“The ACMA reminds consumers that even if a service seems legitimate, it is improbable to have crucial consumer protection measures in place. This implies that Australians using illegal gambling services are at risk of losing funds.”
The Australian Communications and Media Authority (ACMA) recently asked for the blocking of Thepokies.net website, calling it one of the most significant blocking requests ever. This action has been followed by further requests to block similar online platforms.
Thepokies.net is thought to have processed millions of dollars in payments, and data from Similarweb reveals that around 30,000 Australians visit the site each month. The ACMA declared that blocking this site would be one of the most notable actions since the regulatory tool was introduced in November 2019.
The ACMA also declared last month that they will launch a new national self-exclusion register in the coming year.
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