The Australian Communications and Media Authority (ACMA) has launched an investigation into media giant Optus Sport following a complaint filed last month by investigative journalist Jack Kerr that concerns the promotion of gambling operators. As reported by The Guardian, Kerr has alleged that a broadcast by Optus Sport of a December game between the Premier League’s Aston Villa and Manchester City contained frequent pitch-side advertisements of betting companies that have not obtained the necessary licensing to operate in Australia. Kerr named several bookmakers that were promoted during games aired by…
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