Putin Approves New Russian Gambling Regulations
Russian President Vladimir Putin has approved regulations that will force gambling-related firms to block anyone whose name appears on a central self-exclusion registry from placing bets.
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Russian Policymakers, MPs Clash Over Video Game 'Gambling Warning'
Russian policymakers and lawmakers are at loggerheads over proposals to slap gambling warnings on Roblox, Minecraft, and other video games popular among teenagers.
Russian Casinos See 7% Increase in Visitors
Russian casinos’ visitor numbers are on the rise, with footfall rising by 7.1% year-on-year in the first half of 2026.
Russian Casinos Could Face $6,500 Fines for Allowing Bets from
Lawmakers want Russian casinos to pay heavy fines if they let gambling addicts who have added their names to the country’s new “self-prohibition” registry place bets.
Russian Lawmakers Warn 12% of Population Addicted to Gambling
Almost 13 million Russians are addicted to gambling, lawmakers say, with compulsive bettors staking 21% of their monthly income on wagers and online casinos.
Russian Man Jailed for 1994 Casino Shooting
A Russian court has jailed a man for murdering a gangland kingpin in a fatal casino shooting in 1994.
Russian Gambling Industry Reacts to Call for Online Casino User Fines
A Russian gambling industry chief has criticized a lawyer and political activist for suggesting fines on residents using online casinos.
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.
Russian Upper House Approves New Online Casino Blocking Law
Russia’s upper parliamentary house, the Federation Council, has approved a draft law to fast-track the issuance of access-blocking orders for online casinos.
Smartphone Addiction Driving Up Youth Gambling Rates in Russia
Smartphone addiction that begins in infancy is spiking youth gambling rates in Russia, a leading psychologist has warned.
Russian Lawmaker Expects Online Casino Regulation Law to Pass Before
A Russian lawmaker expects the online casino regulation law to pass before the year ends.
Ukrainian Gaming Regulator Revokes Two Operators’ Licenses Over
Ukrainian Gaming Regulator cancels licenses of two major operators, citing ties to Russia.