Thailand's Department of Special Investigation (DSI) and the Anti-Money Laundering Office (AMLO) recently collaborated in a joint operation in Chiang Mai, successfully dismantling a large criminal network that used illegal English Premier League streaming services linked to online gambling platforms
Recently, the cryptocurrency application "Crypto Wallet" built into Telegram announced that due to global regulatory pressures, access restrictions have been implemented in several countries and regions, including the Philippines. Filipino users are now unable to use the wallet function, a move that
In line with the national gambling regulation plan set to launch on October 9, 2025, Uzbekistan has taken the lead by passing a series of criminal sanctions against unlicensed gambling activities, marking a crucial step towards establishing a compliant gambling market.The revised Criminal Code expli
Pavilion Payments announced the official acquisition of gambling compliance software company CasinoSoft, integrating the strengths of both parties' technologies to launch an integrated solution covering payment and compliance, aimed at enhancing operational efficiency, security, and automation level
The Central Bank of the Philippines (Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas, BSP) recently issued a public consultation draft proposing stricter regulation of banks and electronic wallet services involved in online gambling payments. This move aims to enhance protection for minors, problem gamblers, and other
The Malta Gaming Authority (MGA) and the Malta Financial Services Authority (MFSA) have officially signed a bilateral Memorandum of Understanding aimed at enhancing cooperation and coordination between the two regulatory bodies. The agreement covers structured information exchange, law enforcement c
In recent years, stablecoins, as a significant innovation in the cryptocurrency field, are gradually changing the global financial ecosystem. The online gambling industry, highly dependent on fast, secure, and convenient payments, is profoundly feeling the impact and opportunities brought by stable
The Committee on Public Finance (CoPF) of Sri Lanka recently approved the import application for casino equipment, with government officials stating that this decision is part of a fiscal strategy to boost tax revenue and accelerate economic recovery.According to Sri Lanka's Daily Mirror, CoPF memb
Gibraltar successfully "de-greyed", taking a crucial step in anti-money laundering reformThe European Commission's latest announcement in June shows that the Financial Action Task Force (FATF) has officially removed Gibraltar from the "enhanced monitoring list" (commonly known as the "grey list"). T
At the Canadian Gaming Summit scheduled to be held at the Toronto Convention Center on June 19, 2025, payment and compliance issues will be a focal point of discussion. This summit will feature a dedicated "Payment and Compliance" session to systematically explore the challenges and opportunities in
In 2025, the Swedish gambling regulatory authority Spelinspektionen continues to intensify its anti-money laundering (AML) supervision, with Betsson Nordic Ltd being one of the three companies penalized for AML violations. Betsson was fined 6.5 million Swedish kronor (approximately $682,000) due to
The French payment company Neosurf has officially entered the Swiss iGaming market, aiming to provide a safer and compliant online transaction channel for players who rely on cash payments. This expansion is based on Swiss regulatory approval, and Neosurf will offer prepaid voucher top-ups and onlin
The Isle of Man, as one of the world's leading online gambling regulatory jurisdictions, attracts many high-end gambling operators with its strict compliance standards, tax incentives, and international recognition.1. Overview of Isle of Man Gambling LicensesThe Isle of Man, located in the Irish Sea
In mid-April 2025, a prominent Taiwanese media outlet released a groundbreaking investigative report revealing large-scale overseas gold transactions related to the political dynasty of the Marcos family in the Philippines, causing a public uproar. The report alleges that former First Lady of the Ph
The Belgian online gambling market has continued to grow under a strict regulatory environment in recent years, showing strong development momentum. Despite the implementation of numerous restrictive measures by the government, the industry still achieved significant revenue growth in 2023.According
The Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN) under the U.S. Department of the Treasury recently announced that it has officially designated the Cambodia-based "Huione Group" as a "primary money laundering concern" and proposed new regulations to completely prohibit the group and its affiliated
