How ACMA interacts with international regulators
The Australian Communications and Media Commission (ACMA) is actively working with international gambling regulators to combat illegal operators, ensure the integrity of games and protect players. This interaction is based on the provisions of the Interactive Gambling Act 2001 (IGA) and international agreements on legal assistance and information exchange.
1. ACMA International Cooperation Objectives
Suppression of offshore casinos that violate Australian laws.
Ensure interoperability between gaming integrity and data protection standards.
Coordination of actions to block domains and restrict payment channels.
Exchange of information about violators and suspicious transactions.
2. ACMA's key partners among international regulators
Malta Gaming Authority (MGA) - cooperation on game certification and RTP control.
UK Gambling Commission (UKGC) - sharing information about offenders and joint investigations.
Gibraltar Regulatory Authority - control of offshore operators with customers from Australia.
Curacao eGaming - interaction to identify license abuse and protect players.
Regulators of the countries of the Asia-Pacific region (New Zealand, Singapore) for local cases.
3. Forms of interaction
3. 1. Data exchange
Transfer information about domains that offer banned games to Australians.
Co-tracking cash flows to detect money laundering.
3. 2. Joint blocking operations
Synchronous blacklisting of domains.
Blocking access through providers and payment gateways in several jurisdictions at the same time.
3. 3. Harmonization of standards
Participation in KYC, AML and RTP international standardization working groups.
Implement compatible requirements for licensed platforms.
4. Impact on Australian players and operators
Licensed casinos access certified games from international providers.
Increase player fraud protection.
Faster and more effective blocking of illegal operators.
5. Results of cooperation
Reducing the number of offshore casinos targeting the Australian market.
Increased transparency of licensed operators.
Strengthening international law enforcement cooperation in the field of online gambling.
Conclusion
ACMA's collaboration with international regulators is a key element in protecting the Australian gambling market. Thanks to data exchange, harmonization of standards and joint blocking, it is possible to reduce the influence of illegal operators and ensure a high level of trust in licensed casinos.
1. ACMA International Cooperation Objectives
Suppression of offshore casinos that violate Australian laws.
Ensure interoperability between gaming integrity and data protection standards.
Coordination of actions to block domains and restrict payment channels.
Exchange of information about violators and suspicious transactions.
2. ACMA's key partners among international regulators
Malta Gaming Authority (MGA) - cooperation on game certification and RTP control.
UK Gambling Commission (UKGC) - sharing information about offenders and joint investigations.
Gibraltar Regulatory Authority - control of offshore operators with customers from Australia.
Curacao eGaming - interaction to identify license abuse and protect players.
Regulators of the countries of the Asia-Pacific region (New Zealand, Singapore) for local cases.
3. Forms of interaction
3. 1. Data exchange
Transfer information about domains that offer banned games to Australians.
Co-tracking cash flows to detect money laundering.
3. 2. Joint blocking operations
Synchronous blacklisting of domains.
Blocking access through providers and payment gateways in several jurisdictions at the same time.
3. 3. Harmonization of standards
Participation in KYC, AML and RTP international standardization working groups.
Implement compatible requirements for licensed platforms.
4. Impact on Australian players and operators
Licensed casinos access certified games from international providers.
Increase player fraud protection.
Faster and more effective blocking of illegal operators.
5. Results of cooperation
Reducing the number of offshore casinos targeting the Australian market.
Increased transparency of licensed operators.
Strengthening international law enforcement cooperation in the field of online gambling.
Conclusion
ACMA's collaboration with international regulators is a key element in protecting the Australian gambling market. Thanks to data exchange, harmonization of standards and joint blocking, it is possible to reduce the influence of illegal operators and ensure a high level of trust in licensed casinos.
