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Authorities crack down on influencers promoting offshore online casinos

1NewsRNZNZ HeraldOtago Daily TimesMonday 31 March 2025 · 4 outlets · 3 reports · updated

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The Department of Internal Affairs has issued its first takedown notices to social media influencers promoting illegal offshore gambling. Authorities warned that those failing to remove the content face significant fines under the Gambling Act. This action follows a surge in influencers advertising overseas online casinos.

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First reported by 1News, Mon 31 Mar 2025, 8:40am · 3 reports from 3 outlets over 5 hours
  1. 1News1News via RNZ

    Influencers breaking law with casino ads to face crackdown (opens in new tab)

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  2. NZ HeraldNZ Herald

    Social media influencers to face fines for illegal casino promotions, authorities warn (opens in new tab)

  3. Otago Daily TimesOtago Daily Times

    Influencers promoting online casinos face crackdown (opens in new tab)