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Philippine Senator Proposes BSP Bank Secrecy Reform Bill
Senate Bill 1047 aims to give the BSP authority to investigate bank accounts suspected of money laundering, fraud, or illicit gambling, complementing e-wallet disconnections and PSP restrictions to strengthen financial enforcement in the Philippines.
Brazil SPA Says No Fraud in Gambling Self-Exclusion Schemes
Brazil’s Secretariat of Prizes and Bets has confirmed no fraud cases have been recorded involving the country’s centralized gambling self-exclusion system, addressing operator concerns and clarifying rules on bet validity during the exclusion activation period.
South Korea Warns Casinos Becoming Money Laundering Hubs
South Korean authorities warn that criminal networks are shifting from cryptocurrencies to casino junkets and chip-cash cycles to launder illicit funds, exposing enforcement gaps and renewed AML risks across foreigner-only casinos.
Medellín Lottery Tops Colombia in 2025 Sales
In 2025, Medellín Lottery remained Colombia’s top lottery, generating COP 177 billion in draws and COP 596 billion in Chance games. Proceeds supported health, education, and social programs, highlighting the lottery’s dual economic and social role.
La Quiniela Misionera Unveils New Brand and Digital Draw
La Quiniela Misionera has introduced a refreshed brand identity alongside technological upgrades, marking a major step in its evolution as IPLyC blends digital innovation with tradition, transparency, and expanded responsible gaming initiatives.
Entre Ríos Gaming Revenues Triple to AR$7.6bn in 2025
Regulated gambling in Argentina’s Entre Ríos province generated AR$7.6bn in public funding during 2025, up 212% year-on-year, with proceeds distributed across health, security, sports, culture, and municipal budgets.
Turkey Tightens Financial Controls to Combat Illegal Betting
Turkey has implemented enhanced financial monitoring requirements for banks and payment providers, introducing tiered transaction checks aimed at disrupting illegal betting networks, money laundering activity and organised crime across regulated financial channels.
Prediction Markets Stir Debate Over Geopolitical Conflict
Prediction markets are facing renewed scrutiny as platforms host bets on potential wars and territorial acquisitions, prompting debate over ethics, influence, and whether turning geopolitical conflict into tradable outcomes normalises extreme scenarios.
Brazil Self-Exclusion Platform Hits 153k Requests Fast
Brazil’s centralized online betting self-exclusion system recorded roughly 153,000 opt-out requests within 20 days, signalling strong player demand for nationwide responsible gambling safeguards and reinforcing the government’s consumer protection agenda.
DraftKings Integrates Mindway AI’s Gamalyze Tool
DraftKings has integrated Mindway AI’s Gamalyze into its Responsible Gaming Center, providing players with a behaviour-based, interactive assessment tool. The move enhances responsible gaming efforts and helps users understand and manage their play habits.
Japan Turns to Overseas Tech as Online Gambling Surges
Japan is struggling to contain illegal online gambling as user numbers and addiction cases rise sharply. With enforcement proving insufficient, attention is shifting toward overseas-developed blocking tools as a last line of defence.
Penang Real Estate Agent Loses RM760K in Online Casino Scam
A Penang real estate agent fell victim to an online gambling scam, losing nearly RM760,000 through Casino Marina Bay. The case illustrates the increasing sophistication of investment frauds targeting local residents in Malaysia.