Dubai Police and the UAE Ministry of Interior started the operation after INTERPOL sent out a red notice that listed the suspect as one of China’s top wanted people. Authorities said the person, who was not named, managed a big criminal group that made millions and operated several fake online gambling sites. Investigators reported these […]
iGaming Regulation News
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The Department of the Interior and Local Government has enacted a comprehensive ban on online gambling for officials and employees under its jurisdiction. The directive was signed by Interior Secretary Jonvic Remulla. It strictly prohibits engagement in online gambling and warns that violators might face criminal and administrative penalties. The measure also applies to local […]
Philippine Central Bank Orders eWallets, Payment Apps to Remove Online Gambling Links
August 16, 2025The central bank in the Philippines told mobile wallets, payment apps, and other institutions that they must remove connections to online gambling sites as the country tries to control the fast-growing industry that has caused concern in society. Financial companies must remove icons that lead people to online betting within 48 hours from Thursday, Bangko […]
The Senate in Chile votes for an online betting regulation bill, moving plans to license, tax, and stop illegal gambling activities. The bill gained acceptance in the Senate with 27 members agreeing and 3 voting against it. There will be rules for licensing, limits on adverts, and actions to fight money laundering. Under the new […]
Brazil’s Attorney General’s Office Notifies Meta to Remove Illegal Ads of iGaming and Betting
August 16, 2025The Attorney General of the Union (AGU) in Brazil sent an official notice to Meta, asking to take down ads from accounts showing betting and gambling services not allowed in Brazil. The National Attorney’s Office for the Defence of Democracy (PNDD) promoted this action with Meta, the company that owns Instagram and Facebook. AGU explained […]
TonyBet Warned Over Illegal Betting Markets in the Netherlands
August 15, 2025The Netherlands Gambling Authority (KSA) has issued a warning to TonyBet for offering betting markets in violation of Dutch gambling laws. The bets involved were on the winners of the Ballon d’Or and the Ballon d’Or for the FIFA Club World Cup, which are prohibited in the country. Dutch law allows licensed operators to offer […]
Philippines Department of Finance Considers Gambling Tax Amnesty
August 14, 2025The Philippines keeps searching for ways to manage its online gaming industry. Key Points Philippine Finance Secretary Ralph Recto talked about a possible tax plan for online gaming in the country. Higher payments to the Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation (PAGCOR) were one option suggested by Recto. Rising Focus on Online Gaming Rules Discussions inside […]
Crypto-Betting Website Polymarket Blocked In
August 14, 2025Polymarket has joined the banned online gambling websites list after a report from Crikey appeared. The online gambling authority in Australia gave orders for internet providers to block Polymarket, following a Crikey investigation that showed the betting site was focusing on Australian users. On Wednesday, the Australian Communications and Media Authority (ACMA) announced four “illegal […]
DGCI Flags Six Online Gaming Platforms for Tax Violations, Issues Takedown Notice to Google
August 14, 2025The Director General of GST Intelligence (DGCI) has issued a takedown notice against six online gaming and gambling platforms to Google. This is due to their failure to register in India and payIntegrated Goods and Services Tax. The implicated platforms include MGM91.com, Shakunimama.com, Khelomama.com, 247majestic.com, Redgames1.com, and karabet.in. These websites offer a range of games, […]
At SAGSE Paraguay 2025, Óscar Orué, who leads the National Directorate of Tax Revenue (DNIT), delivered a speech about new changes in Paraguay’s gambling rules. Asunción was the host city for this meeting, bringing together casino owners, regulators, and professionals from the sector, all to focus on Law No. 7438/2025. This law updates and gives […]
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