Thailand's Major Crackdown on Scams and Illegal Gambling
Thai authorities are cracking down on cyber fraud, illegal gambling, and transnational crime networks in a sweeping multi-front law enforcement campaign.
Thai Abbot Sentenced to 50 Years for Temple Gambling Fraud
Thai abbot Tid Yaem was jailed 50 years after embezzling over $79M from one of Thailand's top temples, with most of it funneled into online baccarat gambling.
Canada's New Bill Targets Sports Betting Advertising
Bill S-211 has cleared Canada's House of Commons for committee review, marking the first federal push to regulate sports betting advertising since 2021.
Ontario Moves to Ban Gambling Ads on TV and Social Media
Ontario MPP Lee Fairclough has introduced Bill 107 to ban most online gambling advertising in the province, citing a surge in addiction rates.
Australia’s New AML Rules Increase Pressure on Gambling Operators
Australia’s updated AML rules are now in force, placing greater responsibility on gambling operators to monitor and report risk.
New Zealand Online Gambling Lawsuit Expands to Offshore Operators
A New Zealand gambling lawsuit has widened beyond SkyCity to include offshore operators, raising fresh questions about regulation.
Canadian Gambler Battles 888 Casino Over Withheld CA$1.3M Jackpot Payout
Alberta VIP James Kotylak hit multiple jackpots on a Pragmatic Play slot, watched his balance hit CA$1.3M, and then saw it wiped to zero by 888 Casino.
Thai Police Arrest Chinese National Behind 13-Billion-Baht Online Gambling Empire in Pattaya
Thai police arrested a Chinese national, Pei Min Si, in Pattaya for running a gambling network that generated over 13 billion baht in illegal turnover.
South Africa Pushes for Stronger National Gambling Oversight
South Africa’s gambling regulator is calling for stronger national coordination as concerns grow over fragmented provincial rules.
Kanye West Banned From UK as Wireless Festival Is Canceled
Kanye West, also known as Ye, has been banned from the UK, and now, Wireless Festival has been canceled.