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Jeju police investigate allegations of rigged blackjack at casino

Enforcement & compliance

South Korean police said they are investigating allegations that a casino in Jeju manipulated blackjack games after provincial officials referred evidence. Jeju Province officials said their review found unusual profits from one table and signs that cards had been altered; police plan to question casino officials and other people. The allegations have not been established as fact.

The investigation could affect casino oversight and the handling of alleged game manipulation in Jeju.

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French police investigate reported Polymarket bets on Ballon d’Or

French police are reportedly investigating suspicious bets on Polymarket linked to the latest Ballon d’Or. Twelve accounts allegedly staked over 264m euro on the order of the first five finishers, with a reported profit of almost 200m dollars. France Football contacted police after receiving a warning before the final rankings were announced.

French police are reportedly investigating suspicious bets on Polymarket linked to the latest Ballon d’Or, placed from twelve accounts. The accounts were allegedly created by the same person between 1 and 20 October, just three days after the jury closed voting.

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