In August 2020 Rewards Affiliates, the casino affiliate program for Casino Rewards, commenced garnishing New Zealand Taxes from their igaming partners. Initially, all seemed legit. However, when I asked for those New Zealand tax-invoices, which, Rewards Affiliates, Casino Rewards, ITS Limited et al were legally-obligated by the 2010 Australian and New Zealand Tax Treaty to … Read more
Affiliates of Rewards Affiliates who earn commission on the Wagering-Model are being hammered for a 35% portion, on any applicable online gambling taxes. The reason this is a “tax scam” is, these affiliates are NOT being paid a “TRUE 35%”, instead, 1.3% maximum. In fact they’re paid a sliding scale – 1.3% being the maximum … Read more
In the digital age, information flows faster than ever before. Unfortunately, not all of this information is accurate or reliable. Fake news, clickbait, and online misinformation have become an epidemic. This article explores the real-life effects and damage caused by these phenomena. Erosion of Peoples Trust One of the most profound impacts of fake news … Read more
According to the Australian Department of Home Affairs (https://www.homeaffairs.gov.au/), an Australian business or company, can only apply for an employee’s employment Visa sponsorship, if, the aforementioned business or company has failed at filling that position by an Australian citizen. If that’s the case, then an employee for that said position, can be sought, from outside … Read more
Business owners can add a Google local business listing, about their business. This also allow customers, employees and others who have done business with this company, to post a genuine, bona fide testimonial, about their experiences with this local business. A well known phrase attributed to President Lincoln: “You can please some of the people … Read more
The CEO of ITSM Digital Darlinghurst, along with their CFO, and other board members, all live a luxurious lifestyle. Most seem to reside in homes, that view Sydney Harbour, or perched on a cliff, with views of the Bondi beach’s coastline. Multi Million dollar Sydney harbour homes and surrounding areas. Seems the most expensive residence, … Read more
The RewardsAffiliates.com program coordinator, and spokesperson for CasinoRewards.com (Renee Mate – since found NOT her real Surname), claims to have left Australia in 2023, and relocating to Las Vegas USA. According to her own words, to pursue a dancing-career. GPWA Renee Public Profile URL What style of dancing? Latin American (LATAM) focused. Not sure if … Read more
When I first started out in the online gambling industry, way back in February 2000, aside from knowing how to code etc., I was a green-horn affiliate. That first year was hard. There were no gambling affiliate forums. However in 2001 the GPWA opened. Back then that gambling affiliates community gave members a voice. That … Read more
Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario (AGCO) has issued a CAD$100,000 fine to Apollo Entertainment Limited, for violating the AGCO responsible gambling standards. A little late to this ‘party’, better late than never. The full story link, straight from the horse’s mouth per se, is directly below: AGCO issues $100,000 in penalties to Apollo Entertainment … Read more
Darlinghurst Centrelink offices, are directly under the offices of ITSM. The build houses all these companies (137 to 153 Crown Street Darlinghurst). Seems owned by a subsidiary of ITSM Digital et al. Looks like just another Darlinghurst NSW, office complex?! No. Above the Federal Gov., Centrelink offices, 28 Australian unlicensed online casinos operate 24/7/365. Here’s … Read more
Mandatory New Zealand Tax Invoicing The Tax Treaty between Australia and New Zealand, formally known as the Convention between Australia and New Zealand for the Avoidance of Double Taxation with respect to Taxes on Income and Fringe Benefits and the Prevention of Fiscal Evasion, is a bilateral agreement designed to prevent double taxation and fiscal … Read more
eCOGRA (eCommerce Online Gaming Regulation and Assurance) is an internationally recognised and accredited testing agency and player protection organisation. Established in 2003 with start-up funds provided by Microgaming and 888 Plc. The CEO’s of both Microgaming – Roger Raatgever, and 888 Plc – John Anderson, held positions in eCOGRA as non-executive board members. Start up … Read more
Dodgy iGaming Operators & Money Laundering The online gambling industry has experienced exponential growth over the past decade, providing entertainment to millions of players worldwide. However, this growth has also attracted unscrupulous operators who exploit the system for financial gain. One of the most concerning issues in the industry is the abuse of Anti-Money Laundering … Read more