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Brazil Sees 217,000 Betting Self-Exclusions in 40 Days
More than 217,000 Brazilians opted into self-exclusion within 40 days of the federal platform’s launch, highlighting strong demand for consumer protection as regulators expand oversight of Brazil’s fast-growing betting market.
Macau Casino Exclusion Requests Jump Nearly 68%
Macau recorded a sharp rise in casino exclusion applications last year, driven mainly by self-exclusions. The increase reflects higher gaming activity post-pandemic and growing reliance on responsible gambling measures.
Indonesia Police Target Gambling via Community Outreach
Police in Indonesia’s Riau Islands are stepping up anti-gambling efforts through direct community outreach, educating residents on legal penalties and social harms linked to traditional and online betting as part of a wider national enforcement strategy.
India Blocks 242 Illegal Betting Sites Post-PROG Act
India has blocked 242 additional illegal betting websites, bringing the total above 7,800. The move follows the PROG Act 2025, aiming to protect users and reinforce enforcement against unregulated online money gaming platforms.
Philippine Senator Proposes BSP Bank Secrecy Reform Bill
Senate Bill 1047 aims to give the BSP authority to investigate bank accounts suspected of money laundering, fraud, or illicit gambling, complementing e-wallet disconnections and PSP restrictions to strengthen financial enforcement in the Philippines.
Brazil SPA Says No Fraud in Gambling Self-Exclusion Schemes
Brazil’s Secretariat of Prizes and Bets has confirmed no fraud cases have been recorded involving the country’s centralized gambling self-exclusion system, addressing operator concerns and clarifying rules on bet validity during the exclusion activation period.
South Korea Warns Casinos Becoming Money Laundering Hubs
South Korean authorities warn that criminal networks are shifting from cryptocurrencies to casino junkets and chip-cash cycles to launder illicit funds, exposing enforcement gaps and renewed AML risks across foreigner-only casinos.
Medellín Lottery Tops Colombia in 2025 Sales
In 2025, Medellín Lottery remained Colombia’s top lottery, generating COP 177 billion in draws and COP 596 billion in Chance games. Proceeds supported health, education, and social programs, highlighting the lottery’s dual economic and social role.
La Quiniela Misionera Unveils New Brand and Digital Draw
La Quiniela Misionera has introduced a refreshed brand identity alongside technological upgrades, marking a major step in its evolution as IPLyC blends digital innovation with tradition, transparency, and expanded responsible gaming initiatives.
Entre Ríos Gaming Revenues Triple to AR$7.6bn in 2025
Regulated gambling in Argentina’s Entre Ríos province generated AR$7.6bn in public funding during 2025, up 212% year-on-year, with proceeds distributed across health, security, sports, culture, and municipal budgets.
Turkey Tightens Financial Controls to Combat Illegal Betting
Turkey has implemented enhanced financial monitoring requirements for banks and payment providers, introducing tiered transaction checks aimed at disrupting illegal betting networks, money laundering activity and organised crime across regulated financial channels.
Prediction Markets Stir Debate Over Geopolitical Conflict
Prediction markets are facing renewed scrutiny as platforms host bets on potential wars and territorial acquisitions, prompting debate over ethics, influence, and whether turning geopolitical conflict into tradable outcomes normalises extreme scenarios.