ACMA blocks new illegal casinos

In recent years, ACMA has successfully taken down hundreds of unauthorized gambling websites. Online pokies Besides plans to shut down thepokies.net, authorities are also curtailing operations of Abo Casino, Betroom, 777Bay, Space Lilly, and others in Australian territory.

Australia's authorities are proactively asking ISPs to limit access to thepokies.net after successfully curbing hundreds of other unauthorized online casinos. High-profile sites like Pokies Parlor and Ninja Spins were among the blocked for flouting the 2001 Interactive Gambling Act to safeguard consumers.

Viewing thepokies.net as a major threat based on high complaint volumes, ACMA's blockade aims to shield users from exploitation.

The ACMA declares:

\"Asserting control over such platforms warns operators that ACMA will intervene to shield Australians from illegal gaming. Once your money is lost to these sites, often there's no recourse.\"

Since 2019, Australian authorities have restricted access to 426 sites, some notorious for failing to pay users, whereas others operate legally overseas but don't meet Australia's stringent regulations.