Australia

ACMA Blocks More Illegal Gambling and Affiliate Websites

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  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 found these sites to be operating in…

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BMM Australia Appoints Paul Petrella to Compliance Manager

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  BMM Testlabs, the world’s original gaming test lab and product certification consultancy, is pleased to BMM Testlabs is pleased to announce that Paul Petrella has been promoted to the position of Compliance Manager in Australia. Kirk White, EVP and General Manager APAC & AF, commented, “We are excited to have Paul Petrella taking on…

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BELL REVIEW HEARINGS INTO THE STAR CASINO TO BEGIN NEXT WEEK

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      Adam Bell SC will conduct public hearings into The Star Casino from Thursday 17 March. The independent review has so far largely been undertaken in private, however Mr Bell will now conduct hearings on a number of topics where he has determined that witnesses should give evidence publicly. NSW Independent Liquor &…

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AUSTRAC Launches Legal Action Against Crown for Alleged AML, CTF Breaches

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  The Australian Transaction Reports and Analysis Centre (AUSTRAC) has commenced civil penalty proceedings in the Federal Court against Crown Melbourne and Crown Perth for alleged serious and systemic non-compliance with Australia’s anti-money laundering and counter-terrorism financing (AML/CTF) laws. This action follows proactive compliance work with the casino sector which led to a number of…

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ACMA Blocks More Illegal Gambling Websites

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  The Australian Communications and Media Authority (ACMA) has requested the Australian internet service providers (ISPs) to block more illegal offshore gambling websites. The sites include Zebet, Zeturf, Slot Vibe, Arlekin Casino, Johnnie Kash Kings, Lucky Star, Horus Casino, Tangiers Casino, 7 Reels, 21 Dukes, Winward Casino and Thebes Casino. The ACMA undertook investigations that…

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Senet Provides Programme on Gambling Regulation in Sydney

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  A five-day gambling regulation education programme titled “Regulating The Game” is set to debut in Sydney in just two weeks’ time. The education programme is organised through a partnership between Australia’s leading specialist gambling law, regulatory and compliance advisory, Senet, and the International Centre for Gaming Regulation (ICGR) at the University of Nevada, Las…

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