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Google bars rummy and daily fantasy sports ads targeting India from 21 January

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Google will prohibit advertisements for rummy and daily fantasy sports targeting users in India from 21 January 2026, under an update to its country-specific advertising policy. Google said the change is intended to comply with local legal requirements following India’s prohibition of online real-money gaming and its promotion.

Operators and affiliates can no longer use Google Ads to promote rummy or daily fantasy sports to Indian users from the effective date.

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KSA seeks Big Tech deals against illegal gambling ads and weighs court action

Dutch regulator KSA is seeking agreements with major technology platforms to curb illegal gambling advertising on social media and is prepared to consider legal action if talks fall short, according to remarks by chair Michel Groothuizen. He cited hundreds of thousands of illegal gambling ads, some aimed at self-excluded players or minors.

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