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ACMA Blocks Two Illegal Offshore Gambling Websites

The HALLO ECHO

  The ACMA has requested the Australian internet service providers (ISPs) to block two illegal offshore gambling websites, after investigations found that those two websites are operating in breach of the Interactive Gambling Act 2001. The latest sites blocked include Pokizino and ABA Lucky 33. Website blocking is one of a range of enforcement options…

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Xpoint Receives License to Offer Geolocation Technology Services in Tennessee

The HALLO ECHO

  Xpoint, the leading geolocation and compliance technology company specializing in North American sports betting and iGaming markets, has announced that the company has been granted a license to provide geolocation technology services in Tennessee by the Tennessee Sports Wagering Advisory Council. Geolocation services have been essential in ensuring that sports betting remains compliant with…

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Court Rejects Daub Alderney’s Appeal Against UKGC Fine

The HALLO ECHO

  A court has rejected an operator’s appeal against a UK Gambling Commission penalty. In September 2021, the UKGC fined Daub Alderney £5.85m for social responsibility and anti-money laundering failures. Daub Alderney appealed to the First-Tier Tribunal on the grounds that the financial penalty was excessive, unfair and disproportionate. But following a hearing Judge Findlay…

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Octoplay wins MGA recognition notice

The HALLO ECHO

  Exciting new games supplier now available to Malta-based casino operators. Casino games development company Octoplay has been granted a recognition notice by the Malta Gaming Authority. The decision, which follows the awarding of its Romanian licence in August, allows the provider to start supplying its games to MGA-licensed operators. It comes a month after…

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ASIC Takes Legal Action Against 11 Current and Former Star Entertainment Directors and Officers

The HALLO ECHO

  The Australian Securities and Investments Commission (ASIC) has commenced civil penalty proceedings in the Federal Court against 11 current and former directors and officers of The Star Entertainment Group Limited (Star) for alleged breaches of their duties under section 180 of the Corporations Act. ASIC Deputy Chair Sarah Court said: “ASIC alleges that Star’s…

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DruvStar Granted Regulatory Approval for Multiple States to Provide Cybersecurity Services to Gaming Operations

The HALLO ECHO

  DruvStar, an award-winning cyber defense solution provider, with a key focus on the Tribal and Gaming segments, announced further expansion of their services into Ohio, Maryland, and Louisiana gaming markets. The Louisiana approvals includes both Tribal and non-Tribal gaming operations. Various regulatory and industry best practices make cyber-defense an essential part of a digital…

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