Australia has introduced stringent new restrictions on online gambling advertisements in response to growing concerns about their impact on young people and problem gamblers. The Australian Communications and Media Authority (ACMA) now prohibits ads during live sports broadcasts and imposes stricter time limits on digital promotions.

    

    The government has also mandated that all gambling ads include clear warnings about the risks of addiction. Industry leaders have expressed concern that the regulations could hurt smaller operators, while consumer advocates have praised the measures as a step toward reducing gambling-related harm.

    

    The restrictions are part of a broader national strategy to tackle problem gambling, which costs the Australian economy an estimated $4.7 billion annually.