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Seven Network fined over betting ad breach as SBS lets viewers opt out

Seven Network fined over betting ad breach as SBS lets viewers opt out

Media regulator cracks down while federal government considers recommendation to ban online gambling ads within three yearsFollow our Australia news live blog for latest updatesGet our morning and afternoon news emails, free app or daily news podcastThe Seven Network has been fined $13,320 by the media authority for “repeated breaches” of a ban on gambling advertising during live sport, while SBS has become the first broadcaster to offer viewers the chance to block gambling ads.The crackdown on Seven by the Australian Communications and Media Authority comes after the network aired 49 betting promotions during its Olympics coverage, and was warned not to do it again or face a financial penalty.Sign up for Guardian Australia’s free morning and afternoon email newsletters for your daily news roundup

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