The Australian Communications and Media Authority (ACMA) has once again taken action against an online casino operating in the country, this time issuing another blocking request against a Curaçao-linked website.
The website in question is a popular online casino that is operated by a company based in Curaçao, a jurisdiction known for its lenient regulations when it comes to online gambling. The ACMA has been cracking down on such websites in recent years, as they often operate outside of the country’s strict gambling laws and regulations.
According to the ACMA, the website was found to be offering online casino games to Australian residents without the necessary license or permission. This violates the Interactive Gambling Act of 2001, which prohibits the provision of online casino games to Australian residents without a valid license.
The ACMA has requested that Australian internet service providers (ISPs) block access to the website, in order to prevent Australian residents from accessing the site and engaging in illegal online gambling activities. This is not the first time that the ACMA has issued such a request, as they have previously taken action against several other online casinos operating in Australia without the necessary license.
In a statement, ACMA Chair Nerida O’Loughlin emphasized the importance of enforcing the country’s gambling laws and protecting Australian consumers from illegal online gambling activities. She stated, “The ACMA is committed to taking action against illegal online gambling operators, and will continue to work with ISPs to block access to websites that are in breach of Australian laws.”
The ACMA’s latest blocking request comes at a time when the Australian government is considering further restrictions on online gambling, in an effort to combat problem gambling and protect vulnerable consumers. The ACMA’s actions are part of a broader effort to regulate the online gambling industry and ensure that operators comply with Australia’s strict gambling laws.
It remains to be seen how ISPs will respond to the ACMA’s latest blocking request, and whether the website in question will comply with the order. In the meantime, Australian residents are advised to exercise caution when engaging in online gambling activities, and to only use licensed and regulated operators.
