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AUSTRAC demands AML system overhaul from bet365

The Australian financial watchdog has uncovered “serious gaps” in the operator’s anti-money laundering safeguards.

AUSTRAC finalises enforceable undertaking with Sportsbet

Australia’s financial crime regulator has confirmed that Sportsbet has completed remediation work required under an enforceable undertaking accepted in 2024, following concerns over its AML/CTF controls.

1 min read • Jul 3 • By Jack Found

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Australia expands AML laws to thousands of additional businesses

Australia has significantly expanded its anti-money laundering and counter-terrorism financing framework, bringing tens of thousands of additional businesses under AUSTRAC's regulatory oversight from 1 July.

2 min read • Jul 1 • By Jack Found

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AUSTRAC orders external audit of Bankstown District Sports Club

Regulator cites potential weaknesses in controls against money laundering through poker machines.

1 min read • May 21 • By Keih Ma

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AUSTRAC launches enforcement investigation into Tabcorp AML compliance

Australia's financial crime regulator has launched an enforcement investigation into Tabcorp, citing serious concerns about the operator's ability to manage money laundering and terrorism financing risks.

1 min read • May 8 • By Jack Found

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Austrac reiterates AML obligations for gambling services

The regulator’s scope page was updated on 13 April, maintaining official guidance that gambling businesses remain within Australia’s anti-money laundering and counter-terrorism financing framework.

2 min read • Apr 14 • By Shaan Khan

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AUSTRAC CEO warns of systemic AML failures in Regulating the Game keynote

Brendan Thomas, Chief Executive of AUSTRAC, has warned gambling operators that persistent weaknesses in anti-money laundering controls remain, as Australia prepares for major regulatory reforms.

2 min read • Mar 13 • By Will Underwood