Police arrested two people in Bristol over an alleged illegal casino as the Gambling Commission deploys £26 million to crack down on unlicensed land-based gambling across the UK.
A Norsk Tipping study found proactive care calls reduced gambling activity among at-risk players, with nearly 44% reducing loss limits and 12.6% choosing self-exclusion.
Ethiopia's sports betting ban remains absolute seven months after all 22 licences were revoked. Scammers now exploit the regulatory vacuum as courts and officials send mixed signals.
A UNODC report warns illegal online gambling is targeting Southeast Asia's youth through influencers and game-like apps, risking debt and recruitment into crime.
Goa's long-delayed casino rules may not take effect until after February 2027 elections, extending a six-year gap between naming a regulator and defining its powers.