Tabcorp Fined for Illegal Betting

Tabcorp Holdings Limited has incurred a penalty of $158,400 for accepting illegal online in-play sports bets in Australia, violating the Interactive Gambling Act 2001. The Australian Communications and Media Authority (ACMA) investigation revealed that Tabcorp processed 426 in-play bets on 32 tennis matches from February 2024 to June 2025.

In-play betting, which involves placing bets on a sports event after it has started, is strictly prohibited under Australian law. Following the discovery, Tabcorp voided the bets and refunded the involved parties. This incident marks the third breach of in-play betting regulations by Tabcorp since 2021, prompting serious concerns from regulatory bodies about recurring compliance issues.

ACMA member Carolyn Lidgerwood emphasized the importance of wagering services adhering to legal standards, stating that reliance on third-party providers does not absolve them of their responsibilities. In response to the breaches, Tabcorp has agreed to a comprehensive enforceable undertaking to overhaul its systems and process controls, particularly concerning the management of tennis match betting. Regular reporting to the ACMA will be required, with the threat of Federal Court proceedings looming for any future non-compliance.