India’s Enforcement Directorate questions Google and Meta over illegal gambling ads
India’s Enforcement Directorate summoned senior Google and Meta executives for questioning in New Delhi over alleged promotion of illegal betting applications, the report said. The agency is investigating whether the companies provided advertising and algorithmic visibility, and whether they earned revenue through direct links with operators. Financial sanctions and operational restrictions could follow if involvement is established.
The investigation could expose Google and Meta to financial sanctions or operational restrictions in India.