In its review, the regulator identified a number of sports betting providers that were operating in the Australian market without a proper license issued by a relevant local gaming authority. These were identified through customer complaints and websites with a high volume of traffic prior to and during the tournament.
21 online sports betting providers were investigated following the review.
The majority of sites in question also provided casino-style gaming which is prohibited under the Interactive Gambling Act 2001.
Of the 21 providers investigated, the ACMA found that three did not break any laws while the remaining 18 were in breach of the Act. Following the investigation, three of the 18 providers withdrew from the Australian market while the remaining 15 were blocked by local internet service providers (ISPs) as per the ACMA’s request.
ACMA Report on Illegal Wagering During 2023 FIFA Women's World Cup against unlicensed gambling operators during the calendar year 2023 can be seen on the ACMA website.