In Turkey, gambling activities are strictly regulated, and only institutions authorized by the state can operate legally.
Tripartite Joint Operation, Seizes a Million Dollars in Illicit FundsAccording to Turkey's "Freedom Newspaper", Turkish police launched a raid targeting illegal gambling groups centered in Adana and two other provinces, arresting 19 suspects. Investigations revealed that the group converted 2 millio
"Hezarfen Crash" is inspired by the legendary 17th-century aviator Hezarfen Ahmet Çelebi.Press release.- PopOK Gaming announced the launch of "Hezarfen Crash", the latest addition to its catalog of innovative and high-performance crash games. Inspired by the legendary 17th-century aviator Hezarfen A
Online poker software developer Connective Games has expanded its international footprint by opening up three new offices.The hubs – located in Armenia, Serbia and Turkey – will mean that Connective Games is now active in four countries, with its HQ located in Malta.The online poker software develop
GAN has enhanced its platform offering to social casino operators across North America by inking a deal with Stakelogic.Through the partnership, GAN has agreed to distribute Stakelogic’s in-house igaming content to the social casino brands it works with in the US, as well as the studio’s live casino
According to the company, the approval by the Nevada Gaming Commission paves the way for Kambi to offer its premium sports betting solutions in Las Vegas and throughout the State of Nevada.Press release.- Kambi Group has received approval for its gaming license applications in Nevada, marking a sign
Google has announced updates to its Gambling and Games advertising policy, which will take effect on 14 April 2025.The tech giant has released a provisional version of the new rules. Notably, it includes a formal definition of ‘gambling,’ which was omitted in the old policy. From April, Google will
The National Lottery Administration of Turkey (NPI) reported that in 2024, 233,000 illegal gambling and betting websites were shut down, a significant increase from the 168,030 sites blocked in 2023.An analysis of the blocked sites revealed that they originated from 95 different countries, with 56%
Redburn Atlantic: Regulatory Probe Endangers Evolution’s ValuationLeading innovator in product development and advanced IT solutions for online casinos, Evolution, is facing challenges amid a fresh report by Rothschild & Co’s public equities arm, Redburn Atlantic.Among other things, the report c
The Turkish gambling market is an area with both potential and challenges. Despite the Turkish government's strict regulatory policies on gambling activities, prohibiting traditional casino operations, officially licensed lotteries, horse racing, and sports betting still have legal operating space.A
Brazil, Turkey and Canada are among the regions Slotegrator has pinpointed for online gaming growth in 2025. Brazil tops the software provider’s list of markets to watch this year. “There’s no ignoring the fact that Brazil is a massive opportunity,” said Slotegrator’s head of marketing, Svetlana
In recent years, Turkey's online gambling market, especially the Slots category, has gradually emerged, attracting the attention of many operators and advertisers.Although Turkey has relatively strict legal regulations on gambling activities, with the increase in internet penetration and the divers
Turkish law enforcement agencies conducted a large-scale operation against illegal betting and virtual gambling activities in 16 provinces, arresting 27 people, including several well-known social media influencers.This operation, codenamed "CYBERAG-13," is the result of a collaborative effort by th
The Turkish government has cracked down on illegal betting operations in an investigation covering 16 provinces. Writing on X, interior minister Ali Yerlikaya said 27 people, including some social media influencers, have been apprehended for their roles in the operations. A “large number of digit
The zero-day options mania reached new heights in 2024, sending broader options trading toward an all-time high.New data from SpotGamma shows the explosive growth in this market. Around half of all trading in Nvidia and Tesla options, some of the most popular trades, has been concentrated in bets ex
Interior Minister Ali Yerlikaya announced that in operations targeting the crime of illegal betting and virtual gambling conducted in 16 provinces, 27 individuals were detained, including suspects described as social media influencers with a large following on social media platforms.Minister Yerlika
Gambling addiction has surpassed drug addiction as the primary issue reported to Turkish Green Crescent (Yesilay), according to the organization’s president, Associate Professor Mehmet Dinc.In a presentation to the Grand National Assembly of Türkiye’s Children’s Rights Commission, Dinc highlighted t