Internet service providers in Australia have been directed to restrict access to a wider range of gambling and affiliate marketing websites. The Australian Communications and Media Authority (ACMA) asserts that these websites are functioning unlawfully.
Platforms such as Pokies Parlour and Ninja Spins are among those recently added to a blacklist. The ACMA states that these websites breach Australian regulations.
Dating back to 2019, numerous comparable websites have been blocked. The ACMA emphasizes that this action represents just one facet of their efforts to safeguard Australians from illicit online gambling activities. Furthermore, they strive to raise public awareness regarding the risks associated with these sites.
The ACMA seeks to remind Australians that the mere appearance of legitimacy does not guarantee a website’s authenticity. They caution that consumers risk financial losses if they engage with unlawful gambling services.
Rumors are circulating that more than one out of every ten Australians have tried their luck with internet gambling in the past half-year alone. That’s a staggering 11% of the populace, a notable increase from 8% in 2020. It seems online wagering is gaining traction down under!