The Portuguese Online Gambling and Betting Association (APAJO) has warned the public about misinformation on illegal gambling ads, after reporting a number of influencers and eight operators to the police.

APAJO is urging the Portugal public to be wary of illegal gambling ads and to ensure they are only gambling on legal platforms. Additionally, it’s calling on affiliates and influencers to avoid advertising illegal gambling.

As it looks to stamp out illegal play it has filed criminal complaints against five influencers advertising illegal igaming. The quintet reported are Numeiro, Cláudia Nayara, ritinhayoutuber, GODMOTA and Bruno Savate.