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Taiwan investigators charge 20 people over alleged Macau casino money laundering

Enforcement & compliance

Taiwan’s Criminal Investigation Bureau said an investigation into alleged laundering through Macau casinos led to charges against 20 people. Prosecutors allege the group moved funds from illegal gambling in Taiwan through Macau, where money was converted into casino chips and later returned as purported winnings; the sum cited was more than TWD33 billion (US$1.03 billion).

The allegations concern casino channels and cross-border funds linked to illegal gambling, with potential compliance implications for operators.

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Bari prosecutors seek trial for 102 people over slot and VLT money laundering

Prosecutors in Bari have requested that 102 people be sent to trial over an alleged system controlling slot and video lottery halls linked to the Diomede and Mercante clans, with proceeds allegedly laundered through the purchase of winning tickets. Charges include criminal association, money laundering, self-laundering and extortion with mafia aggravating circumstances. A preliminary hearing is set for 9 December.

Prosecutors in Bari have asked for 102 people to be sent to trial following an investigation into an alleged system for controlling slot and video lottery halls linked to the Diomede and Mercante clans, according to the prosecution's request. The preliminary hearing at which the request will be examined is scheduled for 9 December in the Court of Assizes in Bari.

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