The latest survey by the social and cultural research institute "The Fourth Wall" shows that despite the nationwide ban on electronic cockfighting (e-sabong) in the Philippines, unregulated platforms remain active, continuing to promote related gambling activities through social media groups and pri
A lawsuit has been filed in federal court alleging that Stake.us, an online sweepstakes casino, is operating an illegal gambling website in California.The complaint, filed by Dennis Boyle, claims the platform violates state law by offering casino-style games to California residents.It follows widesp
Media have suggested that stricter regulations may be pushing gamblers to illegal casinos.Australia.- It’s been suggested that stricter regulations may be pushing gamblers to illegal casinos in Sydney as media report that police raided five venues in 2024. Australia’s The Daily Telegraph suggests an
According to the legislative initiative, the proliferation of illegal machines "has aggravated the social and economic situation of the inhabitants".Mexico.- Deputy Zulma Verenice Guerrero Cázares, from the Democratic Unity of Coahuila (UDC), presented a proposal to modify the state Penal Code, spe
Manitoba Liquor & Lotteries (MBLL) has filed a legal challenge against offshore gambling operator Bodog, seeking to prevent the company from offering services in the province.The Crown corporation submitted an injunction to the Manitoba Court of King's Bench, arguing that Bodog’s operations viol
Those deported were arrested in raids on alleged illegal offshore gaming operators.The Philippines.- The Bureau of Immigration (BI) has reported that57 foreign nationals (46 Chinese, seven Myanmar nationals, three Vietnamese and one Malaysian), have been deported in the last five days after being ar
Thai police have busted an illegal gambling den in the province of Nakhon Nayok, featuring more than 200 patrons inside.A series of arrests happened at the illegal gambling den where Thai police seized chips and cash worth more than ฿2m (approximately $59,300). The country’s Deputy Prime Minister, A
There have been “dozens of reports” to an illegal gambling notification portal recently established in the Netherlands. The Netherlands Online Gambling Association (NOGA) and VLNOK, two Dutch trade associations, reported that these include misuse of logos and names of operators in advertisements
Police carried out 54 operations between January 21 and 22.The Philippines.- Some 114 people were arrested for alleged involvement in illegal gambling activities in a series of 54 raids by the National Capital Region Police Office (NCRPO) between January 21 and 22. Police say 52 of those arrested we
The websites reportedly had a monthly turnover of KRW4bn (US$2.8m)Thailand.- Police in Thailand have arrested two South Korean nationals for allegedly running online gambling sites from a residence in Udon Thani province. Police seized computers and other equipment.According to local media reports,
Those arrested were allegedly linked to an illegal offshore gaming operator in Silang, Cavite.The Philippines.- The Philippine National Police (PNP) – Criminal Investigation and Detection Group Calabarzon Regional Field Unit – along with the Bureau of Immigration’s (BI) Fugitive Search Unit, the Cav
The LNB received an award during the World Lottery Summit 2024 in Paris.El Salvador.- The National Lottery of Beneficence of El Salvador (LNB) was honored with a recognition for its leadership in responsible gaming practices during the World Lottery Summit 2024. The event was organized by the World
The LNB received an award during the World Lottery Summit 2024 in Paris.El Salvador.- The National Lottery of Beneficence of El Salvador (LNB) was honored with a recognition for its leadership in responsible gaming practices during the World Lottery Summit 2024. The event was organized by the World
Police in Kuala Lumpur have arrested 29 people.Malaysia.- Police in Kuala Lumpur have carried out 21 raids and made 29 arrests for alleged illegal gambling. Among those arrested were seven foreigners. Police seized 31 mobile phones, 20 tablets, nine modems, and RM2,378 in cash.Kuala Lumpur police ch
The entity made the profit distribution for the month of October. It has already achieved 83.33 percent of the goal set for 2024.Nicaragua.- With the significant support of Nicaraguan athletes who won Gold Medals at the CODICADER Youth Games, El Salvador 2024, the National Lottery of Nicaragua carri
The Association of Ticket Sellers requested that the draft bill seeking to increase the percentage to 20 percent be addressed. "We have been waiting for this for 20 years," said the head of the union, Fernando González.Panama.- Sellers of chances and tickets of the National Lottery of Charity (LNB)
