Panama’s LNB warns of illegal platforms impersonating the lottery authority
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Panama’s LNB warned that illegal platforms were using its name and logo on social media, websites and apps to promote unauthorised gambling offers. The authority advised the public not to download the apps, follow suspicious links, share personal or banking details, or send payments.
Panama's LNB warned that illegal platforms were impersonating the lottery authority and using its logo across communication channels. The authority said social media accounts, websites and apps were using its name and image to promote unofficial casinos, bonuses, prizes and other financial benefits.
LNB advised people not to download the apps, open suspicious links, share personal or banking information, or send payments or transfers to the accounts. It said information about gambling products and activities in Panama should be checked exclusively through its official website and social media channels.
Panama's comptroller general said gambling activity generated $2,492.9m from January to September 2026, up 16.6% from the same period in 2025. Slot machines accounted for $1,698.3m, or 68.1% of the total, up 7.5% from $1,579.7m in the previous year.
Online betting accounted for $626.2m, up 53.7% from $407.5m in 2025, and represented 25.1% of the regulated market. Its share rose from 19.1% in 2025 to 25.1% in the first nine months of 2026. Type A slot machines and online games together accounted for 93.2% of the total wagered.