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Maryland Intensifies Regulatory Actions Against VGW’s Unlicensed Sweepstakes Casinos

Vanja Mitic
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In a bold move to regulate online gaming, the Maryland Lottery and Gaming Control Agency has escalated its efforts against unregulated sweepstakes casinos. The state’s gaming watchdog has issued a stern warning...

Crackdown on High5Games for Illicit Operations in Connecticut

Johnny K.
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In a decisive action, the Department of Consumer Protection's (DCP) Gaming Division has indefinitely suspended the operational license of High5Games, a recognized online gaming service provider, for engaging in...

Comprehensive Survey Reveals Extensive Online Casino Gambling Among Millions in Japan

Vanja Mitic
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In a groundbreaking study, the National Police Agency (NPA) of Japan has disclosed startling figures on the scope of online casino gambling within the nation. An estimated 3.37 million Japanese citizens have en...

Illegal Online Gambling in India Surges During IPL Season, Report Finds

Vanja Mitic
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With the commencement of the Indian Premier League (IPL), there is a burgeoning shadow that grows alongside the popular cricket league—illegal online gambling. Recent reports from the Digital India Foundation h...

Michigan Cracks Down on Offshore Online Casinos

Vanja Mitic
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The Michigan Gaming Control Board (MGCB) has intensified its efforts against unregulated online gambling by issuing cease-and-desist letters to five offshore online casinos. These platforms, which include BetWh...

Florida Gaming Commission Targets Illegal Online Gambling Operators

Vanja Mitic
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The Florida Gaming Control Commission (FGCC) has taken decisive action against three overseas gambling operators accused of illegally running online sports betting, casino games, and horse racing operations acc...

India: Goa Police Crack Down on Illegal Gambling, Blocking 61 Websites

Johnny K.
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In a concerted effort to curb illegal online gambling activities, the Cyber Crime Police Station in Ribandar, Goa, has blocked 61 gambling websites as part of an extensive crackdown. This action aligns with ong...

Michigan Gaming Regulators Take Action Against Unlicensed Online Gambling Site MyBookie.ag

Vanja Mitic
Latest Casino and Gambling News, Gaming Law & Legislation, Online gambling regulation, Gaming Industry News, Mobile gaming, Unlicensed Operation, Online Gambling News, Fines, Lawsuits & Litigation, Michigan
The Michigan Gaming Control Board (MGCB) has issued a formal cease-and-desist letter to Duranbah Limited N.V., the operator of MyBookie.ag, a popular online gambling platform based in Curaçao. This site, which ...

Turkey Cracks Down on Illegal Gambling with Influencer Arrests and Nationwide Raids

Vanja Mitic
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Turkey's determined efforts to combat illegal betting and financial crimes have led to the detention of dozens of individuals, including prominent social media influencers. Coordinated nationwide operations unv...

Government Shuts Down the Largest POGO Hub in Cavite

Johnny K.
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The Philippine government has officially shut down the largest Philippine Offshore Gaming Operator (POGO) facility in Kawit, Cavite. This move is part of the administration's sweeping effort to end all offshore...

China and Macau Intensify Crackdown on Illicit Foreign Exchange Syndicates

Johnny K.
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Mainland China and Macau have joined forces to crack down on illegal foreign exchange operations and related crimes, dismantling 263 syndicates and identifying illicit funds exceeding RMB800 billion (approximat...

Philippines Prepares for Possible “guerrilla operations” POGOs Once Total Offshore Ban In Effect

Vanja Mitic
Latest Casino and Gambling News, Gaming Law & Legislation, Online gambling regulation, Gaming Industry News, Mobile gaming, Economy/Finance, Unlicensed Operation, Online Gambling News, Crime, Philippines
The Philippines is on track to eliminate Philippine Offshore Gaming Operations (POGOs) by 2025, following President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr.’s directive for a total ban. As the December 31 deadline for licensed ...