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Cloudflare agrees to support Indonesia’s action against illegal gambling sites

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Cloudflare agreed to support Indonesia’s Ministry of Communications and Digital Affairs in addressing illegal gambling sites, following talks with officials. The ministry said its review of 10,000 sites found about 76% of illegal gambling domains used Cloudflare infrastructure; the company will review registration requirements and create a channel for ministry reports. The reported cooperation has no announced implementation timetable.

The commitment could affect how illegal gambling sites using Cloudflare infrastructure are reported and addressed in Indonesia.

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Hesse coalition urges tougher action against illegal gambling

Lotto Hessen and three Hesse organisations signed a joint appeal in Wiesbaden on 3 November, calling for stronger rules and enforcement against illegal gambling. The coalition cited estimates that up to 50% of gambling activity occurs outside the regulated market and urged legal-market channelling to become the main regulatory goal.

Lotto Hessen, the Landessportbund Hessen, the Liga der Freien Wohlfahrtspflege in Hessen and the Hessischer Jugendring signed a joint appeal in Wiesbaden on 3 November. The initiative calls for clear and effective rules for the gambling market, aiming to push back illegal offers and secure funding for the public good over the long term.

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