Thailand’s Ministry of Digital Economy and Society said authorities identified and blocked 29,185 illegal gambling websites in the first quarter of 2025. The action covered unlicensed online casinos and sports betting providers.
The blocking action affects the availability of unlicensed online gambling in Thailand.
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