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CONTACT, COMPLAINTS, LEGAL NOTICES AND REGULATORY CORRESPONDENCE FRAMEWORK

1.PURPOSE OF THIS FRAMEWORK

AsiaCasinoGaming is committed to operating in a transparent, responsible and professional manner.

This Framework establishes procedures for:

  • user complaints;
  • correction requests;
  • legal notices;
  • regulatory correspondence;
  • copyright concerns;
  • intellectual property matters;
  • content disputes;
  • editorial concerns;
  • advertising complaints; and
  • other formal communications.

The purpose of this Framework is to ensure that concerns are managed consistently, fairly and appropriately.

2. COMMITMENT TO TRANSPARENCY

AsiaCasinoGaming recognises the importance of maintaining open communication with users, businesses, regulators, rights holders and other stakeholders.

The Website seeks to respond to legitimate concerns in a professional and proportionate manner.

Nothing within this Framework creates any contractual obligation to take specific action in response to a communication.

However, AsiaCasinoGaming seeks to consider genuine concerns in good faith.

3. CONTACT DETAILS

The primary contact point for legal notices, complaints, editorial concerns and regulatory correspondence is:

Email:
gaming@asiacasinogaming.com

AsiaCasinoGaming

Independent Informational Publishing Platform

AsiaCasinoGaming may introduce additional contact methods from time to time.

4. TYPES OF COMMUNICATIONS COVERED

This Framework applies to communications relating to:

  • editorial content;
  • factual accuracy;
  • gambling law summaries;
  • casino reviews;
  • destination guides;
  • advertising content;
  • sponsored content;
  • affiliate disclosures;
  • copyright concerns;
  • intellectual property concerns;
  • alleged defamation;
  • regulatory enquiries;
  • legal notices;
  • privacy-related enquiries;
  • responsible gambling concerns; and
  • other Website-related matters.

5. GOOD FAITH COMMUNICATIONS

AsiaCasinoGaming encourages all communications to be submitted honestly, accurately and in good faith.

Communications should:

  • identify the relevant issue;
  • provide sufficient detail;
  • provide supporting information where available; and
  • identify the person or organisation raising the concern.

AsiaCasinoGaming reserves the right not to respond to abusive, threatening, repetitive, frivolous or vexatious communications.

6. RECORD KEEPING

AsiaCasinoGaming may retain records of communications received through official channels.

Records may include:

  • correspondence;
  • supporting documents;
  • investigation notes;
  • responses; and
  • related materials.

Records may be retained for operational, legal, regulatory, compliance or evidential purposes.

Retention periods may vary depending upon the nature of the matter.

7. CONFIDENTIALITY

AsiaCasinoGaming will seek to handle communications responsibly and may treat certain information as confidential where appropriate.

However, confidentiality cannot be guaranteed in all circumstances.

Information may be disclosed where required:

  • by law;
  • by court order;
  • by regulatory authority;
  • for legal proceedings;
  • for compliance purposes; or
  • to protect legitimate rights and interests.

Users should avoid submitting unnecessary confidential information.

8. COMPLAINTS PROCEDURE

AsiaCasinoGaming recognises that users, businesses, regulators and other stakeholders may occasionally have concerns regarding content or activities associated with the Website.

Complaints should be submitted in writing and should include sufficient information to enable proper consideration of the matter.

Where possible, complainants should provide:

  • their name;
  • organisation (if applicable);
  • contact details;
  • the relevant webpage URL;
  • a description of the concern;
  • supporting evidence; and
  • the outcome being requested.

Upon receipt of a complaint, AsiaCasinoGaming may:

  • acknowledge receipt;
  • conduct an internal review;
  • seek additional information;
  • consult relevant sources;
  • obtain professional advice where appropriate; and
  • determine whether any action is required.

AsiaCasinoGaming reserves sole discretion regarding how complaints are assessed and resolved.

Submission of a complaint does not guarantee any particular outcome.

9. EDITORIAL COMPLAINTS

Editorial complaints may relate to:

  • factual accuracy;
  • fairness;
  • balance;
  • omissions;
  • misleading content;
  • outdated information;
  • source attribution; or
  • other editorial matters.

Editorial content often involves judgement, interpretation and analysis.

The existence of disagreement does not necessarily indicate that content is inaccurate or inappropriate.

AsiaCasinoGaming may consider:

  • available evidence;
  • source materials;
  • publication context;
  • editorial standards; and
  • the public interest

when assessing editorial complaints.

Following review, AsiaCasinoGaming may:

  • take no action;
  • provide clarification;
  • publish a correction;
  • amend content;
  • update content; or
  • remove content.

10.CORRECTION REQUESTS

AsiaCasinoGaming seeks to correct significant factual inaccuracies where appropriate.

Correction requests should clearly identify:

  • the specific content concerned;
  • the alleged inaccuracy;
  • supporting evidence; and
  • any proposed correction.

Correction requests should be based upon verifiable facts rather than disagreements regarding opinion or editorial judgement.

AsiaCasinoGaming reserves the right to determine whether a correction is warranted.

Where corrections are made, AsiaCasinoGaming may decide the manner in which the correction is implemented.

11. LEGAL NOTICES

Persons wishing to submit legal notices should provide sufficient information to enable assessment of the matter.

Legal notices may include matters relating to:

  • intellectual property;
  • copyright;
  • trademarks;
  • contractual disputes;
  • court proceedings;
  • regulatory matters;
  • alleged unlawful content; or
  • other legal concerns.

AsiaCasinoGaming may seek professional advice before responding to legal notices.

Nothing within this Framework obliges AsiaCasinoGaming to immediately remove content upon receipt of a legal notice.

Each matter may be assessed individually based upon its specific circumstances.

12. REGULATORY CORRESPONDENCE

AsiaCasinoGaming recognises the role of regulators and public authorities.

Correspondence received from:

  • government bodies;
  • regulatory authorities;
  • law enforcement agencies;
  • courts;
  • tribunals; and
  • authorised public bodies

may be reviewed and addressed as appropriate.

AsiaCasinoGaming reserves the right to verify the authenticity and authority of any party claiming regulatory status.

Nothing within this Framework limits AsiaCasinoGaming’s legal rights or obligations when dealing with regulators or public authorities.

13. COPYRIGHT AND INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY CLAIMS

AsiaCasinoGaming respects intellectual property rights and expects others to do the same.

Persons who believe that material published on the Website infringes intellectual property rights should provide:

  • identification of the relevant work;
  • identification of the allegedly infringing content;
  • evidence of ownership or rights;
  • contact details; and
  • any supporting documentation.

AsiaCasinoGaming may investigate such claims and determine, at its sole discretion, whether any action is appropriate.

Possible actions may include:

  • seeking further information;
  • providing clarification;
  • amending content;
  • removing content; or
  • taking no action.

14. DEFAMATION AND REPUTATIONAL COMPLAINTS

AsiaCasinoGaming recognises that content may occasionally be criticised by individuals or organisations.

Any person alleging that content is defamatory, false or unfair should provide:

  • details of the content concerned;
  • the specific statements complained of;
  • reasons why the statements are alleged to be inaccurate or defamatory;
  • supporting evidence; and
  • details of any requested remedy.

AsiaCasinoGaming may review such concerns carefully and may seek legal advice where appropriate.

The receipt of a complaint does not constitute an admission that content is inaccurate, defamatory or unlawful.

15. ADVERTISING AND COMMERCIAL CONTENT COMPLAINTS

Complaints relating to:

  • advertising;
  • sponsored content;
  • affiliate disclosures;
  • promotional content;
  • featured listings; or
  • commercial partnerships

may be submitted through the contact details provided within this Framework.

AsiaCasinoGaming may review whether content complies with:

  • applicable laws;
  • internal policies;
  • responsible gambling principles;
  • advertising standards; and
  • transparency requirements.

AsiaCasinoGaming reserves the right to amend, suspend or remove commercial content where considered appropriate.

16. RESPONSIBLE GAMBLING CONCERNS

Users concerned about gambling-related harm, responsible gambling matters or the presentation of gambling-related content may contact AsiaCasinoGaming.

Such communications may assist AsiaCasinoGaming in maintaining responsible publishing practices.

Individuals experiencing gambling-related difficulties should seek assistance from appropriate support organisations and qualified professionals.

AsiaCasinoGaming cannot provide counselling, treatment or professional support services.

17. ABUSIVE, FRIVOLOUS OR VEXATIOUS COMMUNICATIONS

AsiaCasinoGaming reserves the right not to engage with communications that are:

  • abusive;
  • threatening;
  • harassing;
  • repetitive;
  • frivolous;
  • vexatious;
  • malicious; or
  • otherwise inappropriate.

Where necessary, AsiaCasinoGaming may restrict or cease correspondence relating to such matters.

Nothing within this provision limits any rights or obligations arising under applicable law.

18. RESPONSE TIMES AND SERVICE STANDARDS

AsiaCasinoGaming seeks to review communications received through its official contact channels within a reasonable period of time.

Due to the nature, complexity and volume of matters received, AsiaCasinoGaming does not guarantee any specific response time.

Response times may vary depending upon:

  • the complexity of the matter;
  • the availability of relevant information;
  • legal considerations;
  • regulatory considerations;
  • operational resources; and
  • other circumstances.

The absence of an immediate response should not be interpreted as acceptance of any allegation, claim or position.

19. ESCALATION PROCEDURES

Where appropriate, matters may be escalated internally for further review.

Escalation may occur where a matter involves:

  • significant legal issues;
  • regulatory concerns;
  • allegations of unlawful conduct;
  • intellectual property disputes;
  • reputational concerns;
  • responsible gambling issues;
  • editorial disputes; or
  • other matters requiring additional consideration.

AsiaCasinoGaming reserves the right to seek independent professional advice before determining how to proceed.

20. ALTERNATIVE DISPUTE RESOLUTION

Where appropriate, AsiaCasinoGaming may consider resolving disputes through negotiation, mediation or other alternative dispute resolution mechanisms.

Nothing within this Framework obliges AsiaCasinoGaming to participate in any particular dispute resolution process.

AsiaCasinoGaming reserves all rights regarding the management and resolution of disputes.

21.REGULATORY COOPERATION

AsiaCasinoGaming seeks to operate responsibly and lawfully.

Where required by applicable law, court order or lawful regulatory request, AsiaCasinoGaming may cooperate with:

  • government agencies;
  • regulatory authorities;
  • courts;
  • tribunals;
  • law enforcement agencies; and
  • other authorised bodies.

Such cooperation may include the provision of information where legally required.

Nothing within this Framework shall be interpreted as limiting AsiaCasinoGaming’s rights, privileges or legal protections.

22. DATA PROTECTION AND COMMUNICATIONS

Communications submitted to AsiaCasinoGaming may be processed in accordance with the Website’s Privacy Policy and applicable data protection laws.

Individuals submitting communications acknowledge that:

  • information may be retained;
  • information may be reviewed;
  • information may be shared with professional advisers where appropriate;
  • information may be disclosed where legally required; and
  • information may be processed for compliance, legal or operational purposes.

Individuals should avoid including unnecessary personal or sensitive information within correspondence.

23. PRESERVATION OF RIGHTS

Nothing contained within this Framework shall operate to waive, limit or prejudice any legal rights, remedies, protections, privileges or defences available to AsiaCasinoGaming.

All rights are expressly reserved.

The receipt, review, investigation or response to any communication shall not be interpreted as:

  • acceptance of liability;
  • acceptance of responsibility;
  • admission of wrongdoing;
  • waiver of rights; or
  • agreement with any allegation.

24. NO ADMISSION OF LIABILITY

The publication of corrections, amendments, updates, clarifications or content removals shall not constitute:

  • an admission of liability;
  • an admission of fault;
  • an admission of negligence;
  • an admission of wrongdoing; or
  • an admission that content was unlawful.

Such actions may be undertaken for editorial, operational, legal, commercial or practical reasons.

AsiaCasinoGaming expressly reserves the right to manage content in a manner it considers appropriate.

25. GOVERNANCE AND POLICY REVIEW

AsiaCasinoGaming may review and update this Framework periodically.

Reviews may occur in response to:

  • regulatory developments;
  • legal developments;
  • operational changes;
  • industry developments;
  • technological changes;
  • business requirements; and
  • responsible governance considerations.

Updated versions may be published on the Website without prior notice.

Users are encouraged to review this Framework periodically.

26. LIMITATION OF OBLIGATIONS

This Framework is intended to describe AsiaCasinoGaming’s general approach to communications, complaints and legal correspondence.

Nothing within this Framework shall create:

  • a contractual obligation;
  • a fiduciary duty;
  • a professional duty of care;
  • a regulatory obligation beyond that required by law; or
  • any legally enforceable expectation regarding how a matter will be handled.

AsiaCasinoGaming retains discretion regarding the management of matters falling within the scope of this Framework.

27. CONTACT INFORMATION

For complaints, correction requests, legal notices, copyright matters, regulatory correspondence, editorial concerns or general enquiries, please contact:

Email:
gaming@asiacasinogaming.com

AsiaCasinoGaming

Independent Informational Publishing Platform

Website:
AsiaCasinoGaming.com

28.FINAL STATEMENT

AsiaCasinoGaming is committed to operating as a responsible, transparent and professionally managed informational publishing platform.

This Framework seeks to provide a structured mechanism through which users, businesses, regulators and other stakeholders may communicate concerns and requests relating to the Website.

Whilst AsiaCasinoGaming aims to consider legitimate concerns in good faith, the Website retains editorial independence, operational discretion and all legal rights available under applicable law.

Users, businesses and third parties are encouraged to engage constructively and professionally when communicating with AsiaCasinoGaming.

29. ENTIRE FRAMEWORK

This Contact, Complaints, Legal Notices and Regulatory Correspondence Framework should be read together with:

  • Website Terms of Use;
  • Legal Disclaimer;
  • Responsible Gambling Framework;
  • Affiliate, Advertising and Commercial Disclosure Policy;
  • Editorial Standards and Publishing Code;
  • Privacy Policy; and
  • Cookie Policy.

In the event of any inconsistency, the Website Terms of Use and applicable law shall prevail.

30. EFFECTIVE DATE

This Framework shall take effect from the date of publication on the Website and shall remain in force until amended, replaced or withdrawn by AsiaCasinoGaming.