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New Zealand authorities crack down on gambling influencers
First, authorities in New Zealand have launched a crackdown on social media influencers promoting offshore online gambling websites.
According to RNZ, the department of internal affairs (DIA) has issued its first takedown notices of influencers promoting illegal operators. Those that fail to comply could face hefty fines, the DIA warned.
The New Zealand Gambling Act makes it illegal to publish an advertisement for an offshore, unlicensed gambling operator.
“We’ve been investigating this,” director of gambling regulatory services Vicki Scott said. “We will be taking actions in relation to those influencers who are very publicly and clearly breaking the law.”
Malta regulator issues illegal gambling website warning
The Malta Gaming Authority (MGA) is also strengthening its activity to tackle illegal gambl..