South Africa’s NGB seeks help blocking unlicensed betting sites
Technology providers may be asked to block unlicensed betting sites as the NGB shares information with law enforcement.
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South Korea's KCSC gives Polymarket chance to answer illegal gambling allegations
The case tests how South Korean communications rules apply to prediction-market platforms, a model now facing scrutiny across multiple jurisdictions.
ACMA warns six companies over unlicensed gambling in Australia
The warnings identify gambling services that ACMA considers prohibited for Australian players.
Macau police arrest two men in suspected casino proxy-betting cases
The cases concern suspected illegal betting activity and enforcement at Macau casino venues.
Hong Kong police arrest 125 in illegal gambling syndicate investigation
The arrests and raids signal enforcement risk for illegal gambling operations in Hong Kong.
Fine
AGCO fines Great Canadian Entertainment $170,000 over Pickering Casino Resort controls
The penalty underscores Ontario casino operators’ obligations to monitor high-risk customers and report suspected money laundering.
Source: AGCO (Ontario)
Penalty
AGCO orders C$170,000 in penalties against Great Canadian over Pickering Casino Resort
The order underscores casino operators’ exposure to penalties and appeal deadlines when anti-money-laundering controls fall short.
Source: AGCO (Ontario)
Brazilian Federal Police investigate money-laundering network linked to illegal betting
The investigation targets financial channels allegedly used to support illegal betting platforms in Brazil.
Penalty
Federal Court orders A$29.2m penalties over illegal poker network
The penalties and injunctions set out court consequences for operators and an affiliate involved in illegal online poker services.
Coljuegos reports 46,228 website-blocking orders against unauthorised betting
Operators and regulators should note Coljuegos’ extensive blocking activity and coordination with internet service providers against unauthorised betting.
Thailand ministry blocks 12,671 URLs linked to gambling and piracy
The figures show the scale of recent blocking activity and the split between court orders and platform cooperation.
Police in China and Malaysia target illegal World Cup betting networks
The operations show enforcement activity against illegal football betting in two markets during the tournament.
Penalty
Australian Federal Court orders AU$24.24m in illegal poker penalties
Operators and promoters face substantial penalties for illegal online poker services, with total case penalties reaching AU$29.24 million.
Vietnam police dismantle gambling rings linked to VND2 trillion in bets
Operators should recognise the substantial betting activity and enforcement actions reported across three Vietnamese cities.
South Korean prosecutors to try two alleged illegal gambling-site operators
The prosecutions target alleged operators of large illegal gambling platforms and include a site reportedly used by teenagers.
Brazilian Finance Ministry orders suspension of betting ads breaching rules
Operators and media groups face requests for explanations and possible immediate ad suspensions under Brazil’s current rules.
South Korea extradites two gambling suspects from the UAE
The investigation targets overseas gambling networks and alleged recruitment of school students, with further action against accomplices planned.
Penalty
Como police issue gaming hall with smoking-ban penalty notice
The notice exposes the gaming hall operator to a fine of up to €2,200 for a smoking-ban breach.
Como police cite Vertemate con Minoprio gaming hall over smoking rules
Gaming-hall operators should ensure smoking-rule compliance, as inspections resulted in a notice providing for a maximum penalty.
Macao police arrest man over alleged proxy baccarat betting for mainland gamblers
The case concerns enforcement against proxy betting and illegal gambling activity at Macao casinos.
Uganda regulator confirms Ithuba ceases national lottery operations
The cessation changes the operator status of Uganda’s national lottery and places the transition under regulatory oversight.
Illinois campaign returns $50,000 donation linked to Modo operator
The dispute concerns Illinois enforcement against an online casino platform and a donation linked to its operator.
Coljuegos has issued 46,228 blocking orders against illegal betting sites since 2022
Coljuegos issued 46,228 blocking orders since 2022, 83% of the 55,658 orders in its history.
Source: Coljuegos (Colombia)
Jiande police arrest eight over World Cup betting network in China
The arrests and seizures show enforcement action against illegal online sports betting networks operating in China.
Michigan court orders Kalshi to stop offering online sports bets in state
The order temporarily prevents Kalshi from serving Michigan residents with sports bets and requires geolocation controls.