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Tokyo Police Act After 13-Year-Old’s Online Crypto Gambling
Tokyo police referred a 13-year-old boy to child authorities after discovering heavy online casino activity funded through cryptocurrency. The case exposes weak age verification, growing youth gambling risks, and calls for tighter digital safeguards in Japan.
California Blocks Online Sweepstakes Casinos with AB 831 Law
California has passed AB 831, banning online sweepstakes casinos and targeting unlicensed gambling platforms using dual-currency systems. The law takes effect January 2026, imposing penalties on operators and partners while reinforcing tribal gaming exclusivity and consumer protection.
Macau Reports 9.5% Decline in Casino Suspicious Transactions
Macau’s gaming sector recorded a 9.5% drop in suspicious transaction reports in the first nine months of 2025, attributed to weaker economic activity and steady regulatory oversight. Despite the decline, casinos remain the primary focus of financial monitoring efforts.
DigiPlus Teams Up with Bayad to Boost OTC Payments
DigiPlus has entered an exclusive partnership with Bayad to expand over-the-counter payment options for BingoPlus, ArenaPlus, and GameZone users. The move strengthens transaction security, supports responsible gambling, and aligns with DigiPlus’ domestic growth and international expansion.
Shuffle.com Reports Data Breach via Partner Fast Track
Shuffle.com alerts users to a data breach affecting partner Fast Track, exposing personal and transaction data. No passwords or funds were compromised, but users are urged to enable 2FA and remain vigilant for phishing.
EU demands US tech giants prove child safety compliance
The EU steps up DSA enforcement, sending RFIs to Google, Apple, YouTube, and Snap to ensure minors are shielded from harmful content and that platforms comply with stricter online safety rules.
Romania Proposes Integrating Casinos with Tourism
Romanian lawmakers propose aligning casinos and betting halls with tourist resorts to enhance economic growth, job creation, and VAT revenue, while emphasizing responsible gaming and regulatory oversight across designated tourist destinations.
PAS Vows Cautious Policy on Betting Shops in Selangor
PAS seeks to ease concerns over potential bans on gambling in Selangor, highlighting gradual, consultative decision-making and citing experience managing diverse urban-rural constituencies as evidence of effective governance.
Alea Champions Charity at Portugal Legends Football Match
The Legends Charity Game 2025 saw Portugal Legends defeat World Legends 4–1, with Alea serving as a key sponsor. The event united global football icons and iGaming leaders to support major humanitarian causes and highlight industry community values.
14 Charged in Kota Kinabalu Illegal Gambling Case
Fourteen individuals have been charged in Kota Kinabalu for allegedly operating an illegal gambling venue at Wisma Merdeka. All pleaded not guilty, secured bail under varying amounts, and will return to court in late November and early December.
Kazakhstan Pilots Biometric ID Checks in Gambling Sector
Kazakhstan has begun a government-backed pilot introducing biometric identity checks in the gambling industry. The program uses facial recognition and AI to verify players, prevent fraud, restrict minors, and enforce responsible gaming, signalling a major digital shift in regulatory oversight.
Thailand to Introduce Landmark Law for Digital Gaming
Thailand is preparing a first-of-its-kind law to regulate games with gambling-like mechanics, including loot boxes. The bill aims to strengthen transparency, protect consumers, and support industry innovation, positioning Thailand as a regional leader in ethical game regulation.
Rio Leads Gaming Regulation at G2E 2025 Las Vegas
At G2E 2025 in Las Vegas, Rio’s lottery authority Loterj showcased its advanced regulatory model for online gaming and VLTs. Leaders highlighted transparency, innovation, and responsible governance, positioning Rio as a benchmark market for Latin America’s regulated gaming industry.
Latvia’s Gambling Sector Hit by 2026 Early Tax Increase
Latvia plans to raise gambling taxes in 2026, only months after its last increase, despite nearly two decades of market decline. Operators warn the move could force closures, cut state revenue, and push players toward illegal gambling options.
UK Gambling Harms Data Raises Questions on Unlicensed Market
The UK Gambling Commission’s new GSGB report reveals rising harm rates and inconsistent participation data, sparking concerns over hidden black-market gambling activity and renewed debate about the accuracy of national gambling surveys.
Thai police nab 24-year-old in Chiang Rai casino bust
Thailand’s Cyber Crime Bureau dismantled Boost4fatcash, an unlicensed online gambling platform processing millions monthly. The 24-year-old operator’s arrest highlights the nation’s intensified Final Bet campaign against digital gambling and cross-border cybercrime networks.