ACMA orders blocking of illegal iGaming websites

In Australia, the regulator ACMA on March 18 ordered local internet service providers to block eight illegal iGaming and affiliate websites for violating the Interactive Gambling Act 2001.

Websites affected by the block

List of platforms

The following websites were blocked: CuntSpin, Frumzi, Great Win, MyStake, Oh My Spins, RetroBet, affiliate site The Dog House 2 Slot, and Viperwin.

ACMA enforcement measures

Reasons for the block

The decision followed investigations which found that these services were operating in breach of the Interactive Gambling Act 2001.

Blocking practice

Website blocking is used by the regulator as one of the measures to protect users from illegal online gambling services.

Blocking statistics

Total number of restrictions

Since November 2019, when ACMA issued its first blocking request, a total of 1,564 websites related to gambling and affiliate activities have been restricted.

Market exits

Since 2017, more than 225 illegal services have exited the Australian market following increased enforcement.

User warning

Risks of illegal websites

The regulator notes that even if a service appears legitimate, it may lack user protections, increasing the risk of financial losses.

License verification

Users are advised to check whether operators are properly licensed and to report suspicious websites.