Unibet fined for illegal online gambling ads
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Unibet, trading as Betchoice Corporation Pty Ltd, was recently convicted in New South Wales of posting gambling advertisements that were illegal in nature. The company was fined $48,000 for its actions.
Unibet was fined $48,000 for violating the Betting and Racing Act 1998. The company had ads on its website and in the Apple App Store that offered special or enhanced odds. Unibets can appeal the fine. The regulator fined Uniboost $16,500 per offense. In the past, Unibeet has been fined for similar breaches regarding betting laws.
Regulators have strict rules about gambling advertising. Regulators can take action against illegal ads. Lithuania recently approved legislation that stops online gambling operators from promoting or advertising services. The change was made to help millions of people who are struggling with problem gambling. Unibet was fined for illegal online betting ads in the past.
