Brazil restricts Kalshi prediction markets as company seeks reversal
The restriction leaves Kalshi seeking a route to operate legally in Brazil under the ministry’s stated requirements.
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Gangwon police investigate Polymarket users over alleged illegal gambling
The investigation puts users of prediction markets under scrutiny under South Korea’s restrictions on betting platforms.
Hanoi police investigate alleged gambling-platform SEO network
The case targets alleged marketing support for unlicensed gambling platforms and may affect suppliers serving those operators.
New Mexico sues Kalshi over alleged unlicensed sports betting
The case challenges whether Kalshi can offer sports event contracts in New Mexico without a gaming licence.
Vietnamese police target alleged gambling promotion network in Hanoi
The raid shows Vietnamese enforcement targeting alleged illegal gambling promotion networks and the businesses supporting them.
Singapore authorities step up illegal gambling enforcement for World Cup
Operators and payment providers face enforcement measures against services and transactions linked to unlicensed gambling.
Macerata police suspend Civitanova Marche club licence for 15 days
The suspension removes the club’s permission to operate its licensed service for 15 days following findings of illegal gambling.
NCAA permanently bars four Alabama State players over betting allegations
The penalties underscore the eligibility consequences for players involved in alleged betting-related manipulation of college games.
Carabinieri report safety violations at Aci Catena betting shop
Betting-shop operators face enforcement over employee health checks and workplace risk documentation.
Da Nang police dismantle illegal betting network with reported €653,000 turnover
Operators and regulators in Vietnam face an investigation into a betting network with reported turnover of about VND20bn.
Rome police fine betting shop €5,000 over out-of-hours gaming machines
The fine shows that betting-shop operators in Rome may face enforcement for operating gaming machines outside permitted hours.
Italy’s financial police seize Vibo Valentia betting shop over alleged WhatsApp betting
The enforcement action concerns alleged betting intermediation and third-party account top-ups at a local shop.
China and Sri Lanka deepen enforcement cooperation against cross-border gambling
The cooperation has already led to raids, arrests and transfers affecting cross-border gambling operations in Sri Lanka.
South Korea's Gambling Control Commission offers rewards for illegal betting tips
Licensed operators may be asked to increase monitoring as authorities coordinate site blocking and investigations.
Thailand directs ministry to intensify online gambling blocks ahead of World Cup
Operators face intensified blocking of gambling links during the tournament period, including removals ordered by courts and platforms.
Eswatini police widen online gambling probe with Brazilian cooperation
The cross-border investigation may lead to additional suspects and charges beyond gambling offences.
Naples prefect issues seven anti-mafia measures, including against betting shop
The restrictions could prevent the affected betting business from accessing public contracts and authorisations.
Singapore police investigate 30 people over suspected illegal online gambling
Singapore police are investigating 30 people over suspected illegal online gambling also connected with alleged financial crime offences.
Spelinspektionen reports Q1 2026 action against illegal gambling in Sweden
Operators and advertisers face continued enforcement as Sweden’s regulator develops its approach to unlicensed online gambling.
New Mexico attorney general sues Kalshi over alleged unlicensed sports betting
The requested injunction could prevent Kalshi from offering sports-related wagering in New Mexico and tests the state’s licensing requirements.
New Mexico attorney general files illegal-gambling lawsuit against Kalshi
The lawsuit creates legal uncertainty for Kalshi’s prediction-market activity in New Mexico.
Istanbul court sentences Fenerbahçe president to 30 months over illegal betting
The ruling concerns criminal liability for promoting illegal betting, with possible appeal status not yet reported.
Anjouan Gaming reports one licence suspension pending investigation
The suspension signals an active enforcement matter for operators licensed in Anjouan.
PlayCity revokes licences linked to Favorit Casino and Favbet VIP Casino
The revocations remove the named brands’ right to operate in Ukraine, according to the regulator.
Tangerang investigates welfare recipients over suspected online gambling
Verification could lead to welfare payments being stopped for affected families, including recipients in Tangerang.