ACMA issues warnings to four unlicensed gambling operators

• Australian regulator targets Spinit, Lucky Ones7, The Pokies and Slot Lounge for operating without proper licences
• ACMA indicates potential internet service provider blocks as part of enforcement action
• Warning forms part of ongoing crackdown on illegal gambling services targeting Australian consumers

The Australian Communications and Media Authority has issued formal warnings to four gambling operators for providing unlicensed services to Australian customers in violation of the Interactive Gambling Act.

Four operators targeted

The warnings specifically target Spinit, Lucky Ones7, The Pokies and Slot Lounge for operating without the required licences in Australia. These platforms were found to be offering gambling services to Australian customers without obtaining proper state or territory authorisation required under national legislation.

ACMA has indicated that internet service provider blocks could be implemented as part of its enforcement strategy against these illegal operations.

The authority maintains a robust approach to blocking websites that violate gambling regulations, having previously blocked numerous illegal gambling sites throughout 2025.

Broader enforcement context

This enforcement action represents part of ACMA’s wider campaign against unlicensed gambling operators in 2025. The regulator has already taken action against multiple international operators for similar violations, including warnings issued to companies operating casino services without proper Australian licences.

In July, ACMA issued formal warnings to several other operators including Australia Internet Pokies for operating the “Best Aussie Pokies” website, and international companies like Bamboo Media for its Ignition Casino service.

The authority also targeted Dama N.V. for operating RocketPlay and Level Up Casino services without appropriate licensing.

Consumer protection focus

The warnings form part of ACMA’s stated commitment to protecting Australian consumers from potentially dangerous gambling services that operate outside legal boundaries.

Unlicensed gambling sites pose risks to users as they operate without consumer protections, making it difficult for players to recover lost funds or seek assistance when problems arise.

ACMA provides an online register allowing individuals to verify the legitimacy of gambling operators before engaging with their services. The regulator continues to encourage Australians to ensure any gambling site they visit holds proper licensing before participating.

Regulatory priorities

These enforcement actions align with ACMA’s compliance priorities for 2024-25, which include continued focus on interactive gambling safeguards and developing new tools to disrupt illegal gambling services provided to Australians.

The authority has emphasised its commitment to addressing social, financial and health-related impacts associated with problem gambling.