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Malaysia reviews online gaming risks to children as safety rules take shape

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Malaysia’s government is reviewing risks to children in online gaming as it considers regulatory options, Deputy Communications Minister Teo Nie Ching said. The review will assess technology readiness, international approaches and possible regulatory models; online gaming is not currently a licensed service category under Malaysian law, while the communications commission is preparing regulations and codes under the Online Safety Act 2025.

Potential new safeguards could affect gaming platforms’ obligations for protecting minors in Malaysia.

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Washington gambler sues Kalshi over alleged $308,781.62 losses

Scott Bright filed a lawsuit against Kalshi in King County Superior Court, alleging the platform violated Washington's online gambling ban. His complaint says he lost $308,781.62 between 17 June and 14 August 2026; Kalshi has sought dismissal and argues its event contracts are regulated under federal law and that counterparties, not the company, received his losses.

Scott Bright has sued Kalshi in Washington, alleging that its prediction market violated the state's online gambling ban. Kalshi has sought to dismiss the case.

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