The Australian Communications and Media Authority (ACMA) has issued a formal warning to NovaForge after determining the operator breached multiple provisions of the Interactive Gambling Act 2001 (IGA).
The warning, dated 7 October 2025, follows an investigation into four online services - Spinsy, Cashed, Spinight and King Maker - which were accessible to users in Australia.
According to ACMA, the platforms offered casino-style games and betting services, including in-play wagering, and were available through a series of offshore domains.
Under the IGA, providing prohibited interactive gambling services with an Australian customer link is unlawful, and operators offering regulated wagering products must hold an Australian state or territory licence.
The investigation found that NovaForge's services met the definition of interactive gambling services, were delivered via the internet and accepted customers physically located in Australia.
The company is not licensed domestically, leading the regulator to conclude that it had offered both prohibited gambling services and unlicensed regulated services in contravention of subsections 15(2A) and 15AA(3).
The authority maintains that unlicensed platforms present heightened risks for consumers, including potential non-payment of winnings and limited recourse in the event of disputes.
The regulator has encouraged consumers to report suspicious gambling websites and to verify operator status before engaging with online services.
The formal warning is part of a broader enforcement trend. ACMA's recent quarterly compliance report highlighted continued action against offshore operators, including investigations, site blocks and additional warnings.
Providing or advertising unlicensed interactive gambling services to Australians is prohibited under the Interactive Gambling Act 2001
