Federal Judge Rules Against Texas Sheriff in $721 Gambling Seizure
The City of Hitchcock, Texas, US, is trying to take back over $720,000 seized by law enforcement during an investigation aimed at illegal gambling.
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Macau Cracks Down on Hidden Casino Betting Activities
Macau authorities have stepped up their crackdown on illegal gambling after discovering a series of underground betting operations inside local casinos.
South Korean Prosecutors to Try $3.5B Illegal Gambling Site
South Korean prosecutors will try two men accused of running illegal gambling platforms after extraditing the duo from the UAE.
Jakarta Emerges as Illegal Gambling Hub in Indonesia
Jakarta and the surrounding metropolitan area have become the de facto center of Indonesia’s illegal gambling industry, according to the Financial Transaction Reports and Analysis Center (PPATK).
Illegal Gambling Thrives in South Korean Fishing Communities
South Korean island communities and famous fishing towns have become a hotbed of illegal gambling activity, police have warned.
Chinese Police Arrest Dozens in World Cup Gambling Crackdown
China’s World Cup gambling crackdown is intensifying, with police arresting tens of citizens accused of operating clandestine soccer betting rings.
Russian Teen Arrested for Running Illegal Betting Den Next to Train
Russian police have arrested a 19-year-old resident of Kirov, accusing him of running an illegal gambling den in the public square outside the city’s main train station.
Mathew Bowyer Speaks Out on Illegal Gambling Business and Ohtani
Mathew Bowyer, the illegal bookie who accepted bets from Shohei Ohtani’s interpreter, has said he has no regrets about running his gambling business.
Chinese Court Issues World Cup Betting Warning
Chinese courts and law enforcement agencies have warned the public to stay away from World Cup betting rings and illegal sports wagering platforms.
Florida Officials Crack Down on Illegal Gambling
Florida is taking an aggressive stance against illegal gambling with new large-scale enforcement efforts.
Florida AG Announces Crackdown on Illegal Gambling
Another operation has been conducted in Florida, with the state continuing to put pressure on the illegal gambling market and go after bad actors and rogue operators.
Singapore to Increase Illegal Gambling Enforcement During World Cup
Singapore will step up enforcement against illegal gambling during the FIFA World Cup 2026.