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Bali Police Bust Villa-Based Online Gambling Hub
Bali authorities raided two villas and arrested 39 Indian nationals over an alleged online gambling operation promoted via social media, seizing dozens of devices and filing cybercrime charges under Indonesia’s electronic transactions law.
CHP Pushes Full Overhaul of Turkey Gambling Laws
Turkey’s opposition CHP has proposed a sweeping gambling reform package, calling for a unified national law, a dedicated regulator and expanded MASAK powers, arguing the current fragmented system cannot control modern betting markets effectively.
Asojuegos Launches First Sustainability Report in Colombia
Asojuegos is introducing its first GRI-based sustainability report, establishing a sector-wide ESG framework and strengthening transparency, governance, and accountability across Colombia’s regulated games-of-chance industry and its member companies.
Chile Drives Global Traffic to Offshore Betting Sites
Chile is becoming a leading global traffic source for major betting platforms, as Supreme Court domain blocks and local restrictions redirect players from .cl sites to offshore .com operators, reshaping user behavior and acquisition patterns.
Brazil STF Cancels Betting Account Block Hearing
Brazil Supreme Federal Court Justice Luiz Fux cancelled a planned conciliation hearing on blocking Bolsa Família beneficiaries’ betting accounts, leaving in place his prior suspension of the Finance Ministry directive affecting licensed operators.
Bradford Launches Campaign to Cut Gambling Harm
Bradford Council is rolling out a gambling harm reduction campaign aimed at 18–34-year-olds after a report estimated annual local costs of £13.7m, highlighting venue clustering and rising youth and unregulated gambling activity.
Brazil Senate Panel Backs Tougher Gambling Ad Limits
Brazil’s Senate Science and Technology Committee has approved a bill to tighten gambling advertising rules, covering media and sports sponsorships, with heavy fines and licence risks for non-compliant betting operators.
Ireland Activates Gambling Regulator Powers
Ireland has activated full enforcement powers for its Gambling Regulatory Authority, launching licensing, stricter advertising controls, payment restrictions, and direct action against unlicensed and offshore gambling operators serving Irish players.
Finland Opens Consultation on Stricter Gambling Rules
Finland’s GRHAG is consulting on stricter gambling protections as the country prepares for a licensed market. Proposals include cross-operator loss limits, deposit and time controls, and enhanced safeguards for players aged 18–24.
Ireland GRAI to Begin Issuing Gambling Licences in 2026
Ireland’s Gaming Regulation Authority will start issuing operator licences in February 2026, enabling regulation of online and land-based gambling while introducing enforcement powers, consumer protections and a phased transition for existing licensees.
Vietnam Approves Local Casino Access Pilot at Ho Tram
Vietnam has authorised a five-year pilot programme allowing qualified local residents to gamble at selected casinos, including The Grand Ho Tram, testing a regulated model designed to support stable casino operations while maintaining strict social safeguards.
Better Gambling Forum Opens RG3P Public Consultation
The Better Gambling Forum has opened a public consultation to further develop its RG3P Framework, inviting global igaming stakeholders to help strengthen coordinated, research-led standards for player protection and harm prevention.