CEO Zondacrypto Mengatakan Pihak Penukaran Tidak Bisa Mengakses Wallet Berisikan 4,503 BTC iGame

CEO Zondacrypto Mengatakan Pihak Penukaran Tidak Bisa Mengakses Wallet Berisikan 4,503 BTC

(AsiaGameHub) - Zondacrypto menghadapi tekanan setelah CEO Przemysław Kral mengatakan bursa tersebut tidak dapat mengakses dompet Bitcoin yang menyimpan 4.503 BTC, yang kini bernilai lebih dari $350 juta. Perlu Diketahui Dompet tersebut menyimpan 4.503 BTC, menurut Przemysław Kral. Kral mengatakan Zondacrypto membeli dompet tersebut dari pendiri BitBay, Sylwester Suszek. Suszek menghilang pada Maret 2022 sebelum kunci pribadi diserahkan. Zondacrypto Hadapi Pertanyaan Terkait Akses Dompet yang Hilang CEO Zondacrypto Przemysław Kral telah menepis klaim penyalahgunaan dana dengan mempublikasikan alamat dompet Bitcoin yang menjadi pusat sengketa. Dia mengatakan bursa tersebut memiliki dompet 4.503 BTC tetapi tidak dapat mengakses dana karena kunci pribadi tidak pernah diserahkan. Kral mengklaim Zondacrypto membeli dompet tersebut dari Sylwester Suszek, pendiri BitBay, sebelum Suszek menghilang pada Maret 2022. Dia mengatakan dokumen-dokumen mengkonfirmasi kepemilikan, tetapi akses bergantung pada kunci yang tidak pernah tiba. “Ketika Sylwester seharusnya menyerahkan kunci pribadi ke alamat itu, menurut dokumen-dokumen ini, dia malah menghilang,” kata Kral.Dia juga membantah peran apa pun dalam hilangnya Suszek. “Kepada semua yang mengklaim saya ada hubungannya dengan hilangnya Sylwester: ini adalah argumen kunci bahwa saya paling peduli dia ditemukan. Dia mungkin menonton ini—saya memohon kepadanya untuk memenuhi perjanjian,” dia menyatakan. Pengungkapan ini mengguncang kepercayaan terhadap Zondacrypto. Menurut perkiraan, penarikan menguras 99% cadangan bitcoin bursa setelah Kral membahas masalah dompet tersebut. Dia memperingatkan bahwa tidak ada institusi keuangan yang dapat bertahan dari tingkat arus keluar sebesar itu. Dompet tersebut dilaporkan menerima sebagian besar dana pada tahun 2016 dan belum mencatat aktivitas besar selama lebih dari 10 tahun. Sementara itu, hilangnya Suszek masih belum terpecahkan. Satu orang menghadapi tuduhan penculikan terkait kasus tersebut, tetapi mantan pendiri BitBay itu belum ditemukan. Artikel ini disediakan oleh penyedia konten pihak ketiga. AsiaGameHub (https://asiagamehub.com/) tidak memberikan jaminan atau pernyataan apa pun terkait isinya. Kategori: Berita Terkini, Pembaruan Umum AsiaGameHub menyediakan layanan distribusi iGaming yang ditargetkan untuk perusahaan dan organisasi, dengan menghubungkan lebih dari 3.000 media premium di Asia dan lebih dari 80.000 influencer spesialis. Platform ini menjadi jembatan utama untuk distribusi konten iGaming, kasino, dan eSports di seluruh kawasan ASEAN.
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Dave And Busters Dituntut di South Carolina Terkait Model Hadiah Arcade iGame

Dave And Busters Dituntut di South Carolina Terkait Model Hadiah Arcade

(AsiaGameHub) - Gugatan baru di South Carolina memberikan tekanan hukum pada model hadiah arcade Dave And Buster’s, dengan sebuah kelompok yang baru dibentuk berargumen bahwa permainan penukaran tiket sama dengan perjudian ilegal. Baik untuk Diketahui SC Citizens For Equal Enforcement of Gambling Laws mengajukan kasus ini. Gugatan tersebut menyatakan bahwa hadiah yang memiliki nilai jual kembali menjadikan model tersebut sebagai perjudian di bawah hukum South Carolina. Kelompok tersebut mencari ganti rugi tiga kali lipat yang terkait dengan kerugian pelanggan sebesar $50 atau lebih per kunjungan. Gugatan South Carolina Menargetkan Permainan Penukaran Arcade Dave And Buster’s menghadapi gugatan di South Carolina atas pengaturan arcade intinya: pelanggan membeli kredit Power Card, memainkan permainan, memenangkan tiket, dan menukarkan tiket tersebut untuk hadiah. Keluhan tersebut menyatakan bahwa hal itu menjadi perjudian ilegal ketika hadiahnya mencakup barang elektronik senilai ratusan dolar. SC Citizens For Equal Enforcement of Gambling Laws berargumen bahwa hukum South Carolina tidak bergantung terutama pada keterampilan versus keberuntungan. Gugatan tersebut menyatakan: “apakah suatu aktivitas merupakan permainan/perjudian tidak bergantung pada peran relatif keberuntungan dan keterampilan, tetapi apakah ada uang atau sesuatu yang bernilai dipertaruhkan pada hasil permainan.”Pengajuan tersebut menambahkan: “Mesin permainan penukaran milik Tergugat adalah jenis mesin yang dilarang oleh hukum South Carolina,” kata gugatan itu. “Pelanggan membeli kredit permainan Power Card di kios dengan tujuan eksplisit untuk mencoba “memenangkan” lebih banyak — dalam bentuk tiket yang dapat ditukarkan dengan hadiah berharga — baik melalui keterampilan atau keberuntungan.” Kasus ini juga menyoroti model bisnisnya. Menurut gugatan tersebut, Dave And Buster’s menyimpan hampir 92 sen dari setiap dolar, menyisakan sekitar 8% yang dikembalikan kepada pemain. Kelompok tersebut mencari ganti rugi tiga kali lipat atas kerugian sebesar $50 atau lebih selama satu kunjungan. Kelompok tersebut juga mengutip hukum South Carolina yang terkait dengan Statute of Anne lama, yang memungkinkan kerugian perjudian dipulihkan dan memungkinkan pihak ketiga untuk menggugat jika orang yang terkena dampak tidak bertindak dalam waktu tiga bulan.Dave And Buster’s telah menguji batas permainan dengan cara lain. Pada tahun 2024, perusahaan ini bermitra dengan Lucra pada Playce It, sebuah fitur taruhan antar pemain untuk permainan arcade. Perusahaan menggambarkannya dengan mengatakan: “Berapa banyak uang yang dipertaruhkan? Itu terserah Anda. Cukup buat atau terima pertandingan dengan pemain lain dan bersiaplah untuk aksi head-to-head.” Playce It terdaftar di Texas, Georgia, Missouri, dan California, tetapi tidak di South Carolina. Dave And Buster’s mengandalkan permainan berbasis keterampilan dan format antar pemain di negara bagian tersebut. Penggugat menyatakan bahwa penegakan hukum belum merata. Dalam sebuah pernyataan kepada berita lokal, kelompok tersebut mengatakan: “SLED, dan lembaga penegak hukum lainnya, telah menyita permainan video, mencabut izin bir dan anggur, dan telah mengancam kasus pidana terhadap bisnis lokal karena mengoperasikan permainan video seperti yang ada di lokasi Dave & Buster’s di South Carolina … Melalui gugatan ini, SC Citizens for Equal Enforcement of Gambling Laws LLC berharap dapat membawa kejelasan dan kesetaraan ke industri hiburan permainan video di South Carolina.” South Carolina memiliki catatan panjang perselisihan mengenai mesin bergaya perjudian. Pada tahun 2013, negara bagian tersebut mengakhiri perjudian video di bar dan restoran setelah bertahun-tahun perselisihan mengenai mesin di berbagai tempat lokal. Artikel ini disediakan oleh penyedia konten pihak ketiga. AsiaGameHub (https://asiagamehub.com/) tidak memberikan jaminan atau pernyataan apa pun terkait isinya. Kategori: Berita Terkini, Pembaruan Umum AsiaGameHub menyediakan layanan distribusi iGaming yang ditargetkan untuk perusahaan dan organisasi, dengan menghubungkan lebih dari 3.000 media premium di Asia dan lebih dari 80.000 influencer spesialis. Platform ini menjadi jembatan utama untuk distribusi konten iGaming, kasino, dan eSports di seluruh kawasan ASEAN.
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Pendiri Meta 1 Coin Dihukum 23 Tahun karena Penipuan Crypto > $20 Juta iGame

Pendiri Meta 1 Coin Dihukum 23 Tahun karena Penipuan Crypto > $20 Juta

(AsiaGameHub) - Robert Dunlap, pendiri di balik Meta 1 Coin, telah dihukum 23 tahun penjara setelah jaksa mengatakan dia menggunakan klaim palsu tentang emas dan seni untuk menjual token kripto yang curang. Yang Perlu Diketahui Robert Dunlap mempromosikan Meta 1 Coin dari 2018 hingga 2023. Jaksa mengatakan skema tersebut mengambil lebih dari $20 juta dari hampir 1.000 investor. Dunlap dihukum atas dakwaan penipuan pos dan diperintahkan untuk membayar restitusi. Penipuan Meta 1 Coin Berakhir Dengan Hukuman Penjara Panjang Seorang pria dari Houston yang menjual token kripto berbacking aset palsu kepada investor akan menghabiskan 23 tahun di penjara setelah seorang hakim federal menjatuhkan hukuman kepadanya minggu ini. Robert Dunlap, 55 tahun, mempromosikan Meta 1 Coin melalui Meta-1 Coin Trust antara 2018 dan 2023, menurut Departemen Kehakiman AS. Jaksa mengatakan dia memberi tahu investor bahwa token tersebut dijamin oleh emas senilai $44 miliar dan koleksi seni senilai $1 miliar. Klaim-klaim tersebut adalah palsu. Dunlap mengatakan emas tersebut telah diaudit dan disertifikasi oleh sebuah firma akuntansi. Dia juga mengklaim koleksi seni tersebut termasuk karya-karya Pablo Picasso, Salvador Dali, dan Vincent Van Gogh. Jaksa mengatakan dia membuat dokumen hukum palsu untuk menyembunyikan bahwa dia tidak memiliki emas atau karya seni tersebut.Hampir 1.000 orang berinvestasi dalam Meta 1 Coin, dan banyak yang kehilangan tabungan mereka. Asisten Jaksa AS Jared Hasten dan Paige Nutini mengatakan Dunlap terus berbohong kepada investor selama bertahun-tahun sambil menyajikan token tersebut sebagai investasi yang aman. “Selama bertahun-tahun, terdakwa tidak menyesal dan kebohongannya menjadi lebih besar. Calon penjahat yang berencana melakukan perilaku serupa perlu tahu bahwa tindakan seperti itu akan dihadapi dengan konsekuensi serius yang mencakup hilangnya kebebasan seseorang untuk jangka waktu yang lama.” Hakim Distrik AS LaShonda A. Hunt dari Distrik Utara Illinois menjatuhkan hukuman pada hari Selasa. Sebuah juri federal menghukum Dunlap atas dakwaan penipuan pos tahun lalu. Hunt juga memerintahkan Dunlap untuk membayar restitusi kepada para korban. Artikel ini disediakan oleh penyedia konten pihak ketiga. AsiaGameHub (https://asiagamehub.com/) tidak memberikan jaminan atau pernyataan apa pun terkait isinya. Kategori: Berita Terkini, Pembaruan Umum AsiaGameHub menyediakan layanan distribusi iGaming yang ditargetkan untuk perusahaan dan organisasi, dengan menghubungkan lebih dari 3.000 media premium di Asia dan lebih dari 80.000 influencer spesialis. Platform ini menjadi jembatan utama untuk distribusi konten iGaming, kasino, dan eSports di seluruh kawasan ASEAN.
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CFA Menuntut Meta atas ‘Dengan Sengaja’ Menghasilkan $16.000.000.000 dari Iklan Penipuan iGame

CFA Menuntut Meta atas ‘Dengan Sengaja’ Menghasilkan $16.000.000.000 dari Iklan Penipuan

(AsiaGameHub) - Consumer Federation of America telah mengajukan gugatan class action terhadap Meta Platforms di Washington, D.C., menuduh perusahaan tersebut membiarkan iklan scam menjangkau pengguna sambil menghasilkan pendapatan besar dari pengiklan berisiko tinggi. Yang Perlu Diketahui CFA mengatakan Meta gagal melindungi pengguna dari iklan penipuan. Gugatan tersebut mengklaim Meta menghasilkan miliaran dolar dari iklan scam dan barang terlarang. Meta membantah tuduhan tersebut dan mengatakan akan melawan kasus ini. Gugatan CFA Menargetkan Praktik Iklan Meta Meta Platforms menghadapi gugatan class action dari Consumer Federation of America terkait iklan scam di Facebook dan platform Meta lainnya. CFA, sebuah asosiasi kelompok konsumen nirlaba, mengajukan kasus ini di Pengadilan Superior di Washington, D.C. Mereka menuntut ganti rugi dan pengembalian keuntungan ilegal yang diduga terkait dengan periklanan scam. Keluhan tersebut menyatakan bahwa Meta menampilkan diri sebagai aktif melawan iklan scam, tetapi justru menciptakan kebijakan yang menguntungkan pendapatan sambil membiarkan pengguna terekspos.“Meta mengklaim melakukan semua yang bisa dilakukan untuk memberantas iklan penipuan di platformnya. Namun pada kenyataannya, Meta dengan sengaja telah mengambil langkah dan mengadopsi kebijakan yang menambah laba mereka dengan mengorbankan keselamatan dan kesejahteraan penggunanya. Bahkan, alih-alih melarang pengiklan yang oleh perusahaan sendiri dinilai berisiko lebih tinggi bagi penggunanya (seperti yang dilakukan perusahaan teknologi lain seperti Google), Meta hanya mengenakan biaya lebih kepada pengiklan ini.” Gugatan tersebut menyebutkan bahwa Meta menghasilkan sekitar $7 miliar per tahun hanya dari iklan berisiko tinggi. Gugatan juga mengutip dokumen internal yang diduga memproyeksikan sekitar 10% dari total pendapatan 2024, atau sekitar $16 miliar, berasal dari iklan yang terkait dengan penipuan dan barang terlarang, termasuk iklan yang ditampilkan di Facebook. Meta menolak klaim tersebut dalam sebuah pernyataan kepada outlet media. “Tuduhan ini salah menggambarkan realitas pekerjaan kami dan kami akan melawannya.”CFA berargumen bahwa Meta melanggar Undang-Undang Prosedur Perlindungan Konsumen D.C. Hukum tersebut melarang praktik perdagangan yang tidak adil atau menipu dan juga mencakup periklanan yang melanggar hukum terkait barang dan jasa konsumen. Artikel ini disediakan oleh penyedia konten pihak ketiga. AsiaGameHub (https://asiagamehub.com/) tidak memberikan jaminan atau pernyataan apa pun terkait isinya. Kategori: Berita Terkini, Pembaruan Umum AsiaGameHub menyediakan layanan distribusi iGaming yang ditargetkan untuk perusahaan dan organisasi, dengan menghubungkan lebih dari 3.000 media premium di Asia dan lebih dari 80.000 influencer spesialis. Platform ini menjadi jembatan utama untuk distribusi konten iGaming, kasino, dan eSports di seluruh kawasan ASEAN.
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Evolution Gaming Q1 Revenue Turun iGame

Evolution Gaming Q1 Revenue Turun

(AsiaGameHub) - Evolution Gaming melaporkan pendapatan Q1 yang lebih rendah karena lemahnya kanalisisasi di Eropa membebani kinerja, sementara Amerika Utara dan LatAm mencatat rekor pendapatan baru. Perlu Diketahui Pendapatan bersih Q1 turun 1,5% secara tahunan menjadi €513 juta. Martin Carlesund menyebut Eropa sebagai "masalah utama saat ini". Evolution berencana untuk berinvestasi paling besar di AS dan LatAm pada tahun 2026. Evolution Gaming Menunjuk Eropa sebagai Penghambat Q1 Evolution Gaming menyalahkan lemahnya kanalisisasi di seluruh Eropa setelah pendapatan bersih Q1 turun 1,5% secara tahunan menjadi €513 juta. CEO Grup Martin Carlesund mengatakan kepada analis bahwa tren regional tidak merata, dengan Eropa menciptakan tekanan terbesar. Eropa masih memiliki nilai jangka panjang bagi Evolution, namun Carlesund mengatakan regulasi di beberapa pasar telah mendorong pemain ke situs yang tidak diatur daripada menjaga mereka di dalam saluran berlisensi. Dia menyoroti Inggris, Belanda, dan Swedia sebagai titik lemah utama. “Eropa tidak berkinerja baik saat ini,” kata Carlesund.Berdasarkan data IP pelanggan, Carlesund memperkirakan bahwa 48% pendapatan Evolution berasal dari pasar yang diatur pada Q1. Dia berpendapat bahwa penurunan kanalisisasi merugikan operator berlisensi dan juga menghilangkan kondisi bermain yang lebih aman bagi pemain yang lebih rentan. Perusahaan telah menambahkan pembatasan yang lebih ketat di seluruh Eropa setelah penyelidikan UK Gambling Commission terhadap aktivitas pasar ilegal. Carlesund juga mengatakan bahwa pekerjaan tersebut menelan biaya pada tahun 2025 dan merugikan profitabilitas keseluruhan. Pertumbuhan datang dari tempat lain. Amerika Utara dan LatAm keduanya mencatat rekor pendapatan, dengan pertumbuhan Amerika Utara yang membaik dari Q4. Carlesund mengatakan pertumbuhan tahunan berbasis dolar di Amerika Utara mencapai sekitar 21%, dibandingkan dengan 19% pada Q4. Carlesund kini menginginkan lebih banyak investasi yang ditujukan untuk Amerika. Evolution baru-baru ini meluncurkan judul-judul baru dan mengakuisisi pengembang di Argentina, memberikan bobot ekstra bagi LatAm dalam rencana perusahaan untuk tahun 2026.“AS dan LatAm adalah tempat kami akan berinvestasi paling banyak pada tahun 2026. Kedua wilayah ini memiliki potensi tinggi dengan kehidupan yang masih di awal,” kata Carlesund. Afrika juga tumbuh dari basis yang lebih kecil. Carlesund mengatakan game-game baru telah berkinerja baik di sana, sementara Red Baron telah melampaui ekspektasi dan penawaran RMG mulai mendapatkan daya tarik. Artikel ini disediakan oleh penyedia konten pihak ketiga. AsiaGameHub (https://asiagamehub.com/) tidak memberikan jaminan atau pernyataan apa pun terkait isinya. Kategori: Berita Terkini, Pembaruan Umum AsiaGameHub menyediakan layanan distribusi iGaming yang ditargetkan untuk perusahaan dan organisasi, dengan menghubungkan lebih dari 3.000 media premium di Asia dan lebih dari 80.000 influencer spesialis. Platform ini menjadi jembatan utama untuk distribusi konten iGaming, kasino, dan eSports di seluruh kawasan ASEAN.
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Sportsbooks Loathe the NFL Draft, Citing ‘Zero Chance to Win’ iGame

Sportsbooks Loathe the NFL Draft, Citing ‘Zero Chance to Win’

(AsiaGameHub) - Sportsbooks are once again gearing up for another loss as the NFL Draft kicks off tonight. These betting establishments always approach the draft with a mix of anxiety and dislike, and this year is no exception. “Bookmakers can’t stand the draft,” said Jeff Benson, Circa Sports’ Director of Operations. “It’s a ton of work with no payoff, and we have absolutely no chance of winning. We lose five to six figures annually on it.” What makes the NFL Draft such a challenging event for sportsbooks? In today’s hyper-connected information era, they can’t keep up with savvy bettors hunting for actionable insights. “When dealing with any draft market—honestly, for most places—it’s not a question of whether you win or lose, but how much you lose,” said Thomas Gable, Director of the Borgata Sportsbook. “The sharper customers will get to information before you do.” Ed Salmons, vice president of risk at the Westgate Las Vegas SuperBook, told me three years ago that he didn’t “like the draft, but it’s simply something we have to do. You have no control over it—none at all. It’s not like a game where things happen and mistakes are made.” Unlike a real game, this is an information-driven market, and as Ben Fawkes writes: “…Once credible information is released and bet on, the market can shift quickly—and no money will come back on the opposite side. That information could arrive as fast as a single post on X from ESPN’s Adam Schefter.” DraftKings Sportsbook Director Johnny Avello shared similar views. “The draft has never been an easy event to handle for betting because it doesn’t rely on power ratings,” Avello said. “It’s not a matchup between two teams where you factor in home-field advantage and other things. It’s all about information.” Sportsbooks Adjust Their Strategies to Minimize Risk Sportsbooks have taken specific steps to reduce their risk of excessive losses related to the NFL Draft. These include: Launching betting markets later Reducing bet limits Providing fewer wagering options As a result, there are far fewer opportunities for sharp bettors to exploit sportsbooks. Matt Freedman, who has been betting on the NFL Draft since 2018, is among those affected. “I think in the 2021 NFL Draft, I placed over 300 different bets—an incredible number,” Freedman said. “But since sportsbooks took heavy hits in 2020 and 2021, I don’t see an incentive for them to go back to those wide-open markets. What we have now is a good indication of what we’ll see moving forward. I’d say it’s dried up for professional bettors.” This article is provided by a third-party. AsiaGameHub (https://asiagamehub.com/) makes no warranties regarding its content. AsiaGameHub delivers targeted distribution for iGaming, Casino, and eSports, connecting 3,000+ premium Asian media outlets and 80,000+ specialized influencers across ASEAN.
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Kalshi’s Weather Markets and UFC Have Similar Trading Volumes, Yet Sports Remain Dominant iGame

Kalshi’s Weather Markets and UFC Have Similar Trading Volumes, Yet Sports Remain Dominant

(AsiaGameHub) - If prediction markets ever stop offering sports event contracts, what will Kalshi users place bets on? Could it be the weather? An analysis of Kalshi’s trading volume from January 1 to April 20 this year suggests that might indeed be the case. Two of Kalshi’s most popular non-sports markets center on daily high/low temperatures and precipitation. Our colleague Alex Weldon conducted an in-depth data dive, finding that the combined daily trading volume across both weather-related markets on Kalshi has averaged approximately $3,056,405 since the start of the year. A notable detail: for precipitation markets, Kalshi traders were far more active in betting on potential snowfall during winter months. The peak volume for precipitation markets was on January 4, hitting $5,401,881. Since March began, the highest trading volume—$453,231—was recorded on April 7. UFC Trading Volume Matches Weather Markets To provide context, we looked for a niche sport with trading volume comparable to Kalshi’s weather markets. UFC performed well in a direct comparison with the combined weather markets. From January 1 to April 20, daily trading volume for UFC bets averaged $2,903,762, roughly equal to the weather markets. Unsurprisingly, UFC betting activity was higher around actual events. The largest trading day came on April 11 for UFC 327 in Miami, which generated $45,019,798 in volume. We also analyzed a broader range of sports to compare their trading volumes. The UFC’s figures are modest compared to the NBA, which saw daily trading volume exceeding $100 million on eight occasions. The day after our monitoring period ended (a Tuesday), the NBA recorded $146,947,748 in trades—this year-to-date high coincided with three playoff games: Philadelphia 76ers vs. Boston Celtics, Portland Trailblazers vs. San Antonio Spurs, and Houston Rockets vs. Los Angeles Lakers. Below is the data on sports trading volumes from the start of the year through April 20: Sport Daily Trading Volume NBA$69,180,261PGA$11,579,225UFC$2,903,762Formula 1$141,059Cricket $117,123Rugby$3,782 The PGA’s trading volume spiked sharply during The Masters week (April 6-12), with $107,579,136 traded on the tournament’s final day. Last week’s RBC Heritage Classic in Hilton Head, which concluded on April 19, generated $18,623,390 in trading volume. During The Masters week, sports accounted for 85.8% of Kalshi’s total trading volume. That percentage dropped to 82.5% last week, but it’s clear that sports remain the lifeblood of prediction markets. This article is provided by a third-party. AsiaGameHub (https://asiagamehub.com/) makes no warranties regarding its content. AsiaGameHub delivers targeted distribution for iGaming, Casino, and eSports, connecting 3,000+ premium Asian media outlets and 80,000+ specialized influencers across ASEAN.
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More Than Half of Children in South Korean Provinces Report Seeing Illegal Gambling Ads iGame

More Than Half of Children in South Korean Provinces Report Seeing Illegal Gambling Ads

(AsiaGameHub) - Over 50% of students in two South Korean regions report encountering or engaging with internet gambling advertisements. According to the South Korean daily Kangwon Ilbo, these results come from a study on youth gambling ordered by the Korea Gambling Problem Prevention and Treatment Center. The organization discovered that 56% of minors in Gangwon and Jeju had been exposed to gambling marketing content. More than 5% of those surveyed admitted to having gambled, a figure exceeding the nationwide average of approximately 3%. The center noted that the typical age for a first online wager among these youths was 12 and a half years. The center attributed the surge in youth gambling in these regions to peer influence and insufficient recreational options designed for young people. Minors informed the center that they frequently encounter ads promoting cash-betting games, illicit sports wagering, and internet casinos while browsing the web or using mobile applications. Some of the largest casinos in South Korea are located in Gangwon and Jeju. A news report by South Korean broadcaster MBN regarding a criminal event at a Jeju casino in the previous year. Children: Gambling Ads Have Become Ubiquitous In response, the center plans to introduce a campaign targeting youth to curb compulsive gambling, which will include interactive workshops for young people. The center stated that this anti-gambling campaign aligns with fresh regulations enacted by the National Assembly. Legislators recently approved changes to the Act on the Supervision of the Korea Gambling Control Commission, mandating that schools conduct gambling prevention education at least biannually. “Youth gambling is emerging as a critical issue,” a center spokesperson remarked. “Illegal wagering is increasingly common among the youth, becoming integrated into their everyday lives.” Law enforcement agencies across the nation have initiated amnesty programs for youth involved in gambling offenses. Officers indicated that minors and young adults who surrender during these amnesty windows will be granted pardons or reduced sentences. Concurrently, Korea Sports Leisure, the state sports lottery operator, has reiterated its request for whistleblowers on illegal sports betting to step forward. According to the Dong-A Ilbo, the operator is providing monetary rewards for information resulting in arrests. Korea Sports Leisure announced potential payouts of up to 200 million won (exceeding $135,000). Additionally, it urged athletes to report any knowledge of attempted match-fixing. This article is provided by a third-party. AsiaGameHub (https://asiagamehub.com/) makes no warranties regarding its content. AsiaGameHub delivers targeted distribution for iGaming, Casino, and eSports, connecting 3,000+ premium Asian media outlets and 80,000+ specialized influencers across ASEAN.
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Former Rangers Player Suspended for Gambling Says He Only Wanted to Use Betting Shop Toilet iGame

Former Rangers Player Suspended for Gambling Says He Only Wanted to Use Betting Shop Toilet

(AsiaGameHub) - Kevin Thomson, a former Rangers footballer, has disclosed that he was suspended for gambling during his tenure as a coach at the club. However, he asserts that he didn’t enter the betting shop to place a wager—he only needed to use the restroom. Thomson made 71 appearances for Rangers between 2007 and 2010. After retiring as a player in 2016, he took on a role as a youth coach at the club, and it was during this period that he was suspended for violating betting regulations. He shared details of the internal suspension in a conversation with Charlie Mulgrew, a former player for rival team Celtic, on The Breakdown podcast earlier this week. “I was only going in for the toilet,” Thomson claimed. “I was that miserable, I didn’t want to put a bet on. I just wanted the toilet.” Young Players Encouraged the Bet Still, the ex-Scotland international did place a football bet. He states that the under-14 youth players he coached prompted him to make the wager. “The lads were chatting about coupons (parlays) and all that,” Thomson said. “I wasn’t into coupons; I preferred horse racing and never really cared much for football betting. And since the boys were asking: do you fancy this team? You fancy that team? It planted a bit of a seed.” Needing to use the toilet urgently, Thomson got off the team bus on the way back from a match in Aberdeen, northern Scotland. The bus stopped near a William Hill betting shop—though such venues are becoming rarer in the UK as the company closes locations due to higher taxes. But the toilet door was locked. To get the key, Thomson told the shop assistant he planned to place a bet. After using the restroom, he wagered £20 (about $27) on a four-team parlay. CCTV Footage Catches the Incident The bet was successful, but instead of collecting the winnings himself, Thomson asked a colleague to go to the William Hill shop. “So he went in and collected my winnings on my behalf, which now looks suspicious,” Thomson said. “There was no suspicion in it.” However, club management was notified of the incident after CCTV cameras identified the Rangers coach. UK Rules Strictly Prohibit Players and Staff From Betting UK betting regulations ban players and coaching staff from placing any wagers on football. Several other players have faced penalties for gambling offenses, including an English player who received a five-month ban last year. Thomson received a lighter punishment because the matter was handled internally; he said he was given a two-match suspended ban. He left Rangers in 2021 and now runs his own football school, the Kevin Thomson Academy. This article is provided by a third-party. AsiaGameHub (https://asiagamehub.com/) makes no warranties regarding its content. AsiaGameHub delivers targeted distribution for iGaming, Casino, and eSports, connecting 3,000+ premium Asian media outlets and 80,000+ specialized influencers across ASEAN.
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Sportradar Accused of Assisting Illegal Gambling, Share Price Plummets iGame

Sportradar Accused of Assisting Illegal Gambling, Share Price Plummets

(AsiaGameHub) - Sportradar's stock price has plunged by nearly a quarter after a report from Muddy Waters Research alleged the firm is complicit in supporting unlawful gambling operations. Titled "Sportradar AG: Putting the BET into Aiding and Abetting," the report contends that up to 40% of the company's income could be derived from illicit operators. While Sportradar is the globe's leading sports data and integrity firm, Muddy Waters asserts this is merely a cover for its core activity of enabling illegal betting. The report states, "SRAD’s CEO likes to call his company the FBI of gambling. The FBI does not offer to introduce informants to human traffickers at trade shows." Undercover Investigation These claims originate from a covert operation at the ICE 2026 conference in Barcelona. Investigators from Muddy Waters posed as founders of a new sportsbook aiming to enter Asian markets. They informed Sportradar's sales representatives of their intent to attract customers in Vietnam, China, Thailand, and Indonesia—all nations with stringent prohibitions on gambling. Despite the laws, underground operators are widespread and have even secured celebrity promoters. Ryan Giggs recently faced criticism for advertising a platform that professed to be Vietnam's top online betting site. Although Sportradar says it watches the illegal sector "very closely," Muddy Waters calls "this a lie." The sales team showed no hesitation when probed about accessing prohibited markets, stating they "serve everyone" and proposing an introduction to the Yabo Group, China's biggest illegal gambling entity. Report Could Have Damaging Impact Muddy Waters Research acknowledges holding a short position against Sportradar. The firm is recognized for releasing exposés on public companies, typically after taking such short positions. The report has already hurt the share price, but the consequences could be broader. As Muddy Waters highlighted, Sportradar (SRAD) possesses B2B licenses in jurisdictions where it is expected to maintain Know Your Customer (KYC) and anti-money laundering (AML) protocols. Furthermore, it has alliances with sports leagues that must trust it to safeguard match integrity. Sportradar reported it oversaw more than 1 million sports events last year and said suspected match-fixing incidents declined. However, Muddy Waters argues the facade of protecting integrity is simply a cover to earn money from illegal gambling. "The paradox is structural," the report explains. "SRAD requires the lower-tier leagues for profit margins. It requires the integrity program to gain access to those leagues. It requires the illegal operators to increase income and assist with covering expenses." Cambodia at Center of Illegal Gambling Networks The charge that Sportradar is abetting not just illegal gambling but also human trafficking arises from the activities of Asian criminal syndicates. Muddy Waters alleges the Yabo Group's "Cambodian call centers are operated by trafficked and enslaved laborers." Authorities in Cambodia and nearby areas have moved against these operations, with the US and UK imposing sanctions on the suspected networks. Beyond housing illegal online gambling, these centers are also accused of running global scam operations. A raid on one location last December reportedly found lions that were allegedly used to torture gamblers who owed debts. Indonesian officials recently announced they had broken up an online gambling ring connected to Cambodia. Nevertheless, Amnesty International alleges that Cambodia's government is involved in permitting these unlawful gambling networks to persist. Stake & bet365 Among Companies Implicated in Report Beyond assisting illegal operators in restricted Asian markets, Muddy Waters further alleges Sportradar is advancing the black market in Russia and helping firms like Stake to function in the US without a license. The report also names bet365 as conducting illegal activities in prohibited markets. The company is confronting legal action in New Zealand over accusations it targeted customers there using offshore licenses from Gibraltar and Malta. The 123-page document identifies several other gambling companies. Regulators globally might soon initiate probes into Sportradar's practices. Sportradar was asked for a statement but had not replied by the publication deadline. This article is provided by a third-party. AsiaGameHub (https://asiagamehub.com/) makes no warranties regarding its content. AsiaGameHub delivers targeted distribution for iGaming, Casino, and eSports, connecting 3,000+ premium Asian media outlets and 80,000+ specialized influencers across ASEAN.
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Caesars Entertainment Faces Lawsuit for Alleged 2023 and Recent Data Breaches iGame

Caesars Entertainment Faces Lawsuit for Alleged 2023 and Recent Data Breaches

(AsiaGameHub) - Caesars Entertainment is currently confronting a class action lawsuit over alleged data breaches that occurred in 2023 and once more earlier this year. The firm experienced a highly publicized security compromise in September 2023. The lawsuit claims the company failed to address its security flaws and suffered another data hack in early 2026. The plaintiff, Mark Huddleston, asserts his data was stolen by cybercriminals, and holds Caesars responsible for failing to properly safeguard his personal information. “Caesars ignored the rights of the Plaintiff and Class Members by negligently failing to implement reasonable measures to safeguard Private Information and by skipping necessary steps to prevent unauthorized disclosure of that information,” the complaint states. “Caesars’s woefully inadequate data security measures made the Data Breach a foreseeable, and even likely, consequence of its negligence.” Huddleston is a Texas resident and states he has been a Caesars Rewards member since 2007. He submitted the lawsuit to the U.S. District Court in Nevada, where Caesars maintains its headquarters. Caesars Paid Ransom to Limit Harm From the Hack In 2023, Caesars is reported to have paid a $15 million ransom to the hacking group Scattered Spider. At the time, Caesars released a statement saying, “We have taken steps to ensure that the stolen data is deleted by the unauthorized actor, although we cannot guarantee this result. We are actively monitoring the internet and have not found any evidence that the data has been further shared, published, or otherwise misused.” The lawsuit alleges that the breach exposed Huddleston and other similarly affected individuals to “threats of identity theft crimes, fraud, scams, and other misuses of their Private Information.” It notes the lawsuit meets class action eligibility requirements as total damages exceed $5 million stemming from the compromise of more than 100 customers’ data. Caesars Delayed Notifying Authorities and Users The Scattered Spider attack specifically targeted Caesars Rewards members, impacting as many as 65 million users. Caesars did not immediately alert authorities or its customers of the incident. In a LinkedIn post, Cybersecurity Strategist Matthew Rosenquist claims the actual attack took place in August 2023, but Caesars did not report it until September. The company then mailed a notification letter to users (copy included below) in October. “Time is of the essence when highly sensitive Private Information is subject to unauthorized access and/or acquisition,” the lawsuit states. “The disclosed, accessed, and/or acquired Private Information of Plaintiff and Class Members is now likely available on the Dark Web.” Second Breach Took Place Earlier This Year The lawsuit claims that Caesars failed to adequately protect data following the 2023 attack, leading to a second breach earlier this year. This incident has received far less public attention, but the lawsuit references a March article that cites social media rumors of another attack. A post on X alleged that Caesars employees lost access to Okta, an internal system used to manage login credentials. Update: Caesars employees have lost mobile access to Okta (software that helps manage logins across internal systems), presumably as a preventative measure. The last time Caesars was hacked, gaining access to the Okta platform was a key vulnerability resulting in the data breach. https://t.co/u6SUNzLRkQ— Vital Vegas (@VitalVegas) March 3, 2026 The lawsuit alleges that the stolen data includes, “at a minimum, Plaintiff’s and Class Members’ contact information and dates of birth. But based on the types of Private Information that were taken in the 2023 breach, it can be expected that even more sensitive information, including Social Security numbers and driver’s license numbers were also stolen in 2026.” The complaint alleges that the repeated breaches violate Federal Trade Commission’s (FTC) guidelines. The FTC did not issue any sanctions against Caesars for the 2023 breach. Last year, the company was ordered to pay a $7.8 million fine over anti-money laundering failures. The casino group is alleged to have allowed illegal bookmakers to launder funds at its properties. Earlier this month, a former employee also filed a lawsuit against the company, alleging his termination was the result of racial discrimination. This article is provided by a third-party. AsiaGameHub (https://asiagamehub.com/) makes no warranties regarding its content. AsiaGameHub delivers targeted distribution for iGaming, Casino, and eSports, connecting 3,000+ premium Asian media outlets and 80,000+ specialized influencers across ASEAN.
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Perang Merek Aviator di Brazil Tetap Buka Setelah Pengadilan Menolak Injeksi iGame

Perang Merek Aviator di Brazil Tetap Buka Setelah Pengadilan Menolak Injeksi

(AsiaGameHub) - Aviator Studio Brazil tetap bertahan di Brasil setelah Pengadilan Banding São Paulo menolak untuk memberikan bantuan darurat yang diminta oleh Spribe. Putusan tersebut tidak menyelesaikan kepemilikan nama Aviator, tetapi menjaga operasi lokal tetap berjalan sementara pertempuran merek dagang yang lebih luas terus bergulir. Perlu Diketahui Panel banding São Paulo menolak permintaan Spribe untuk perintah darurat. Pengadilan mengatakan kasus ini masih memerlukan tinjauan lebih mendalam, termasuk lisensi antara Aviator LLC dan Aviator Studio Brazil. Sengketa ini tidak lagi terbatas di Brasil, dengan tindakan terkait sudah terlihat di Inggris dan Georgia. Pengadilan Brasil Biarkan Pintu Terbuka dalam Sengketa Aviator Spribe mencoba menghentikan Aviator Studio Brazil beroperasi selama kasus berlangsung, tetapi Pengadilan Banding São Paulo menolak untuk campur tangan secara darurat. Hakim mengatakan tidak ada cukup bukti kerugian langsung dan juga menunjuk pada pertanyaan yang belum terselesaikan mengenai siapa yang sebenarnya mengendalikan hak-hak yang terkait dengan merek Aviator. Hal itu membuat Aviator Studio Brazil bebas untuk terus bekerja dengan mitra, termasuk Foggo Entertainment, sementara kasus utama berlanjut. Isu utama sekarang berkisar pada perizinan. Pengadilan Brasil mengisyaratkan bahwa perjanjian antara Aviator LLC dan Aviator Studio Brazil memerlukan pemeriksaan lebih lengkap sebelum kesimpulan yang lebih pasti dapat dicapai. Dengan kata lain, pengadilan memilih kehati-hatian daripada kecepatan. Aviator Studio Brazil telah mencoba menenangkan mitra saat kasus berlarut-larut. George Pruidze, chief executive officer di Aviator Studio, mengatakan:“Aviator Studio Brazil terus beroperasi secara sah di bawah lisensi, dan kami tetap berkomitmen untuk mendukung mitra kami dan mempertahankan merek AVIATOR.” Gambaran hukum yang lebih luas cukup rumit. Di Georgia, pengadilan mendukung Aviator LLC dalam kasus merek dagang dan hak cipta besar dan menemukan pendaftaran dengan itikad buruk oleh Spribe, meskipun Flutter mengatakan pada tahun 2024 bahwa mereka akan mengajukan banding atas putusan tersebut. Namun, di Inggris, Spribe memenangkan perintah sementara pada tahun 2025 yang memblokir Aviator LLC untuk meluncurkan produk pesaing sebelum persidangan. Perpecahan di berbagai pasar ini membantu menjelaskan mengapa pengadilan Brasil menghindari putusan yang terburu-buru. Untuk saat ini, Brasil belum memberikan kemenangan akhir kepada salah satu pihak mengenai merek itu sendiri. Yang telah dilakukannya adalah menjaga Aviator Studio Brazil tetap berada di pasar sementara para hakim menyaring klaim yang bersaing atas merek dagang, perizinan, dan putusan sebelumnya dari yurisdiksi lain. Artikel ini disediakan oleh penyedia konten pihak ketiga. AsiaGameHub (https://asiagamehub.com/) tidak memberikan jaminan atau pernyataan apa pun terkait isinya. Kategori: Berita Terkini, Pembaruan Umum AsiaGameHub menyediakan layanan distribusi iGaming yang ditargetkan untuk perusahaan dan organisasi, dengan menghubungkan lebih dari 3.000 media premium di Asia dan lebih dari 80.000 influencer spesialis. Platform ini menjadi jembatan utama untuk distribusi konten iGaming, kasino, dan eSports di seluruh kawasan ASEAN.
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Somnia Merekonstruksi Sekitar Agen AI sebagai Fokus Tingkat 1 Utama iGame

Somnia Merekonstruksi Sekitar Agen AI sebagai Fokus Tingkat 1 Utama

(AsiaGameHub) - Somnia telah mengubah arah. Proyek ini tidak lagi memimpin dengan kasus penggunaan metaverse dan konsumen. Kini, proyek ini memposisikan dirinya sebagai blockchain Layer 1 Agentic yang dibangun di sekitar agen AI. Baik untuk Diketahui Somnia kini memperlakukan agen AI sebagai inti dari model blockchain-nya. Peter Lipka mengambil alih sebagai CEO pada Maret 2026 sebagai bagian dari perombakan kepemimpinan yang lebih luas. Mainnet diluncurkan pada September 2025 dan telah memproses lebih dari 2 miliar transaksi. Somnia Meninggalkan Pitch Lama dan Membangun Kembali di Sekitar Agen AI Somnia telah mengubah strategi blockchain-nya di sekitar agen AI, mendorong rencana yang berfokus pada metaverse dan konsumen ke latar belakang. Di bawah pengaturan baru, aktivitas berbasis agen kini berada di pusat, sementara sektor-sektor seperti DeFi dan NFT mengambil peran sekunder. Perubahan ini menyusul pembaruan kepemimpinan yang diperkenalkan pada Maret 2026. Peter Lipka kini memimpin sebagai CEO, bergabung dengan Harry Lang dan Kevin Zia di posisi teratas. Pendiri Paul Thomas tetap terlibat, tetapi fokusnya telah bergeser ke arah jangka panjang daripada eksekusi sehari-hari. Pada tingkat produk, Somnia membangun di sekitar kontrak pintar yang dapat menarik data langsung dari API eksternal dan menjalankan model AI di dalam lingkungan rantai. Konsensus validator memeriksa tindakan tersebut, yang memberi kontrak cara untuk merespons secara real time terhadap data baru dan perubahan status.Dorongan tersebut kini memiliki produk bernama di dalam tumpukan. Somnia Agents menyematkan komputasi AI langsung ke dalam blockchain, memungkinkan kontrak pintar untuk meminta API dan menjalankan model AI dengan output yang diverifikasi melalui konsensus. Paul Thomas berkata: “Konsep ini memberi kami pasar dari pasar,” saat ia menunjuk pada kasus penggunaan yang terkait dengan sektor dinamis seperti olahraga dan game. Somnia juga mengandalkan basis teknisnya untuk mendukung pitch tersebut. Rantai ini menggunakan MultiStream Consensus dan database status IceDB untuk meningkatkan throughput dan menjaga stabilitas harga gas. Dengan mainnet yang aktif sejak September 2025 dan lebih dari 2 miliar transaksi telah diproses, proyek ini mencoba untuk menunjukkan bahwa ia memiliki skala serta konsep. Arah baru ini juga akan menjadi bagian dari dorongan pasarnya. Somnia berencana untuk menyoroti model tersebut di Prediction Conference 2026 di Las Vegas, di mana ia akan fokus pada kasus penggunaan di seluruh game, asuransi, dan DeFi. Pesannya jelas sekarang. Somnia ingin berada di titik pertemuan AI, blockchain, dan eksekusi real time. Artikel ini disediakan oleh penyedia konten pihak ketiga. AsiaGameHub (https://asiagamehub.com/) tidak memberikan jaminan atau pernyataan apa pun terkait isinya. Kategori: Berita Terkini, Pembaruan Umum AsiaGameHub menyediakan layanan distribusi iGaming yang ditargetkan untuk perusahaan dan organisasi, dengan menghubungkan lebih dari 3.000 media premium di Asia dan lebih dari 80.000 influencer spesialis. Platform ini menjadi jembatan utama untuk distribusi konten iGaming, kasino, dan eSports di seluruh kawasan ASEAN.
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Iklan Judi Pasar Gelap UK Bisa Melampaui Merek Berlisensi Pada 2028 iGame

Iklan Judi Pasar Gelap UK Bisa Melampaui Merek Berlisensi Pada 2028

(AsiaGameHub) - WARC telah menyajikan data terbaru mengenai tren yang telah diperingatkan oleh kelompok perjudian Inggris selama berbulan-bulan. Riset baru menyebutkan bahwa operator yang tidak berlisensi berada di jalur yang tepat untuk mengejar dan kemudian melampaui merek-merek teregulasi dalam belanja iklan, dengan persilangan tersebut kini diperkirakan terjadi pada tahun 2028. Hal yang Perlu Diketahui WARC melihat belanja iklan perjudian yang tidak berlisensi meningkat dari £844,7 juta pada 2025 hingga 2026 menjadi lebih dari £1 miliar pada tahun 2028. Belanja iklan operator teregulasi diperkirakan turun menjadi £1,022 miliar pada 2026 hingga 2027. Sponsor mungkin akan berbalik lebih cepat, dengan merek-merek tidak berlisensi diperkirakan akan mengambil lebih dari setengah pasar tersebut pada 2026 hingga 2027. Anggaran Iklan Pasar Gelap Terus Meningkat dalam Perjudian di Inggris Pada saat tahun 2028 tiba, merek perjudian pasar gelap dapat menghabiskan lebih banyak uang untuk iklan di Inggris dibandingkan operator berlisensi. Itu adalah temuan utama dari riset WARC yang diterbitkan pada 21 April, satu hari sebelum debat di Westminster Hall di mana para anggota parlemen dijadwalkan untuk meninjau iklan perjudian dan cara regulasi membentuk kembali pasar. Prakiraan tersebut menunjukkan kenaikan cepat bagi operator yang tidak berlisensi. WARC memperkirakan belanja iklan mereka akan naik dari £844,7 juta pada 2025 hingga 2026 menjadi £934,2 juta pada 2026 hingga 2027, kemudian melewati £1 miliar pada tahun 2028. Operator berlisensi justru bergerak ke arah sebaliknya. WARC memperkirakan anggaran mereka akan turun 9,2% pada 2025 hingga 2026 dan kemudian turun lagi 2,6% menjadi £1,022 miliar pada 2026 hingga 2027. WARC menggambarkan pasar tersebut terbagi menjadi dua. Dalam pernyataannya, kelompok tersebut mengatakan:“Sementara belanja iklan dalam sektor perjudian Inggris diperkirakan akan naik menjadi £1,9 miliar tahun ini, riset WARC menemukan bahwa ada pasar dua kecepatan yang sedang berlangsung, dengan hampir semua pertumbuhan kini didorong oleh perusahaan yang tidak berlisensi. Operator-operator ini sebagian besar berbasis di luar negeri dan membayar jumlah yang terus meningkat untuk menjangkau konsumen Inggris secara daring melalui pencarian dan media sosial.” Pemisahan itu bahkan lebih jelas dalam hal sponsor. WARC memperkirakan operator tidak berlisensi akan mengambil lebih dari setengah belanja sponsor perjudian paling cepat pada 2026 hingga 2027. Total pengeluaran sponsor telah meningkat dari £158 juta pada 2019 hingga 2020 menjadi proyeksi £260 juta pada 2026 hingga 2027, sementara pangsa yang dipegang oleh perusahaan teregulasi mencapai puncaknya pada 2021 hingga 2022 dan telah turun sejak saat itu. Betting and Gaming Council menggunakan laporan tersebut untuk memperingatkan bahwa perusahaan berlisensi kehilangan pijakan di hadapan konsumen. Kepala eksekutif Grainne Hurst menyebut temuan tersebut sebagai titik balik dan mengatakan tren ini seharusnya mengkhawatirkan para pembuat kebijakan. Ia mengatakan: “Pertanyaan sebenarnya adalah apakah iklan tersebut berasal dari operator teregulasi, yang mematuhi standar ketat, atau dari pasar gelap ilegal yang berbahaya, yang beroperasi sepenuhnya di luar aturan.”Hurst juga berpendapat bahwa lebih banyak batasan pada operator berlisensi hanya akan membantu merek ilegal: “Menargetkan operator berlisensi ketika belanja iklan mereka sudah turun tidak akan mengurangi iklan secara keseluruhan; hal itu justru akan memperkuat pasar gelap ilegal yang berbahaya, yang secara agresif menargetkan pelanggan Inggris. Pemerintah harus bertindak lebih jauh dan lebih cepat untuk menindak pasar gelap sebelum terlambat.” Tekanan pada perusahaan berlisensi telah meningkat dari berbagai arah. Remote Gaming Duty naik dari 21% menjadi 40% pada 1 April. Remote Betting Duty juga dijadwalkan naik dari 15% menjadi 25% mulai April 2027. Kembali pada November 2025, Office for Budget Responsibility memperkirakan bahwa perubahan pajak tersebut akan mengalihkan sekitar £500 juta aktivitas perjudian ke pasar gelap, sekaligus mengurangi hasil melalui substitusi permintaan dan pengalihan harga. Selain itu, pertarungan mengenai pemeriksaan keterjangkauan belum berakhir, dengan BGC menegaskan kembali bahwa pemeriksaan yang lebih ketat dapat mendorong lebih banyak pelanggan ke situs yang tidak teregulasi. Artikel ini disediakan oleh penyedia konten pihak ketiga. AsiaGameHub (https://asiagamehub.com/) tidak memberikan jaminan atau pernyataan apa pun terkait isinya. Kategori: Berita Terkini, Pembaruan Umum AsiaGameHub menyediakan layanan distribusi iGaming yang ditargetkan untuk perusahaan dan organisasi, dengan menghubungkan lebih dari 3.000 media premium di Asia dan lebih dari 80.000 influencer spesialis. Platform ini menjadi jembatan utama untuk distribusi konten iGaming, kasino, dan eSports di seluruh kawasan ASEAN.
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Moca Network Bersama Biletinial dalam Tiketing Identitas Digital iGame

Moca Network Bersama Biletinial dalam Tiketing Identitas Digital

(AsiaGameHub) - Moca Network telah bekerja sama dengan Biletinial untuk menghadirkan tiket berbasis identitas ke salah satu platform acara terbesar di Turki. Kesepakatan ini menempatkan alat-alat Web3 ke dalam produk konsumen yang sudah melayani jutaan pengguna di seluruh negeri. Yang Perlu Diketahui Biletinial melayani 6 juta pengguna aktif dan mendukung 3.000+ venue di 63 kota. AIR Kit akan menambahkan verifikasi kehadiran, hadiah loyalitas, dan alat penjualan kembali. Kredensial yang disetujui pengguna akan bekerja di seluruh ekosistem Moca Network yang lebih luas. Moca Network Menargetkan Tiket Skala Besar Alih-alih memulai dengan pilot kecil, Moca Network langsung menuju platform tiket bervolume tinggi. Kemitraan barunya dengan Biletinial akan menghubungkan AIR Kit ke layanan yang sudah menangani tiket untuk lebih dari 3.000 venue di 63 kota di Turki. Hal itu memberi pengguna Biletinial akses ke serangkaian fitur baru yang terkait dengan identitas digital. Setelah integrasi selesai, pengguna akan dapat memiliki bukti kehadiran yang dapat diverifikasi, membuka kunci hadiah loyalitas yang lebih disesuaikan, dan memasuki pasar penjualan kembali yang dibangun di sekitar pemeriksaan yang aman dan transparan. AIR Kit berada di pusat peluncuran ini. Paket perangkat lunak ini mencakup akun universal, fungsi dompet, dan modul identitas. Dalam praktiknya, itu berarti Biletinial dapat membangun sistem tiket di sekitar data pengguna yang terverifikasi alih-alih hanya mengandalkan sistem akun standar.Set kredensial pertama akan mencakup pemeriksaan usia, atribut geografis, riwayat acara, pola pengeluaran, preferensi hiburan, afinitas kripto, dan jenis data lain yang dipilih pengguna untuk dibagikan. Bagian izin pengguna itu kunci karena Moca Network mendorong model di mana orang mempertahankan lebih banyak kendali atas bagaimana data identitas mereka bekerja di berbagai platform. Kenneth Shek, pimpinan proyek di Moca Network, mengatakan: “Biletinial adalah landasan infrastruktur budaya dan hiburan Turki. Dengan menggabungkan identitas terdesentralisasi, tiket on-chain, dan kredensial yang dapat diverifikasi ke dalam layanan nasional dengan skala seperti ini, kami membangun model untuk adopsi Web3 arus utama di mana pengguna dapat mempertahankan nilai dan utilitas identitas digital mereka di berbagai layanan konsumen bervolume tinggi.” Biletinial menyatakan kesepakatan ini sebagai peningkatan produk yang dibangun di sekitar kepercayaan dan kegunaan. Ulaş Uslu, chief executive officer di Biletinial, mengatakan:“Sebagai platform yang dibangun atas inovasi teknologi, Biletinial tetap berkomitmen untuk memajukan solusi tiket yang aman, efisien, dan berpusat pada pengguna. Kolaborasi kami dengan Moca Network memperkenalkan paradigma baru untuk identitas digital di sektor acara – yang meningkatkan kepercayaan, transparansi, dan personalisasi bagi jutaan pengguna. Integrasi ini memungkinkan kami untuk memperkuat integritas operasional sambil memberikan audiens kami bentuk nilai dan partisipasi baru.” Tujuan jangka panjangnya melampaui tiket. Setelah integrasi, kredensial yang disetujui pengguna yang diterbitkan melalui Biletinial akan bekerja di seluruh ekosistem Moca Network yang lebih luas, membuka akses lintas platform dan lebih banyak utilitas di luar platform tiket itu sendiri. Bagi Moca Network, kesepakatan ini menambah lagi penerapan skala konsumen. Proyek ini sudah berfungsi sebagai infrastruktur identitas di dalam ekosistem Animoca Brands dan memainkan peran inti di Moca Chain. Biletinial kini bergabung dengan mitra peluncuran lainnya termasuk SK Planet OK Cashbag, Oyunfor, dan OneFootball. Artikel ini disediakan oleh penyedia konten pihak ketiga. AsiaGameHub (https://asiagamehub.com/) tidak memberikan jaminan atau pernyataan apa pun terkait isinya. Kategori: Berita Terkini, Pembaruan Umum AsiaGameHub menyediakan layanan distribusi iGaming yang ditargetkan untuk perusahaan dan organisasi, dengan menghubungkan lebih dari 3.000 media premium di Asia dan lebih dari 80.000 influencer spesialis. Platform ini menjadi jembatan utama untuk distribusi konten iGaming, kasino, dan eSports di seluruh kawasan ASEAN.
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Senat Oklahoma Menghalangi RUU Taruhan Olahraga Online iGame

Senat Oklahoma Menghalangi RUU Taruhan Olahraga Online

(AsiaGameHub) - Para pembuat undang-undang Oklahoma menggagalkan upaya lain untuk taruhan olahraga pada hari Rabu. Suara Senat memblokir RUU yang bertujuan melegalkan taruhan olahraga daring dan sportsbook ritel, menyisakan sedikit waktu untuk penyelamatan sebelum sesi legislatif berakhir pada akhir Mei. Perlu Diketahui Senat Oklahoma menolak RUU tersebut dengan suara 21 banding 27. Rencana tersebut memberikan kontrol eksklusif atas sportsbook seluler dan akses ke taruhan ritel kepada suku-suku pengelola kasino. Gubernur Kevin Stitt tetap menentang dan masih berisiko memveto. Suara Senat Kembali Pukul Taruhan Olahraga Oklahoma Dorongan lain untuk taruhan olahraga Oklahoma terhenti setelah Senat menolak RUU yang telah disetujui DPR dalam bentuk yang lebih terbatas tahun lalu. Para pembuat undang-undang membiarkan proposal tersebut terbengkalai selama lebih dari setahun sebelum mengamendemennya awal bulan ini dan mengirimkannya ke sidang Senat. Suara itu mengungkap perpecahan yang sama yang telah menghambat legalisasi selama bertahun-tahun. Beberapa senator mengatakan taruhan legal akan memperburuk masalah perjudian. Yang lain menolak struktur eksklusif suku dan menginginkan akses untuk lotere negara bagian, trek pacuan kuda, dan bisnis non-kasino juga. Menurut proposal tersebut, suku-suku pengelola kasino Oklahoma akan memegang hak eksklusif untuk sejumlah sportsbook seluler yang tidak dibatasi. Hampir 100 fasilitas perjudian suku juga dapat membuka sportsbook ritel. Sponsor RUU Bill Coleman mengatakan dia berencana mencari pemungutan suara lain, meski belum ada jadwal yang ditetapkan.Jika disetujui, undang-undang akan berlaku pada 1 November, dengan taruhan daring dan sportsbook ritel dapat dimulai seawal hari itu. Suku-suku yang berpartisipasi akan bekerja sama dan membagi pendapatan, tidak seperti sistem di Michigan, Arizona, dan Connecticut di mana satu suku biasanya berpasangan dengan satu sportsbook komersial. FanDuel mendukung RUU tersebut dan memperkirakan langkah itu dapat menghasilkan $75 juta hingga $100 juta untuk negara bagian selama lima tahun. Dalam pernyataan yang diberikan kepada iGaming.org, seorang juru bicara mengatakan: "Masyarakat Oklahoma sudah melakukan taruhan olahraga di platform lepas pantai yang tidak diatur – legalisasi akan membawa aktivitas ini ke pasar yang aman dan diatur," tulis juru bicara itu. "FanDuel menyambut kesempatan untuk bermitra dengan bangsa-bangsa suku untuk membangun kerangka kerja yang bertanggung jawab dan mendorong para pembuat undang-undang untuk memajukan upaya ini." Setiap operator pihak ketiga yang memenuhi syarat dapat mencari akses pasar melalui kemitraan dengan suku. Kemungkinan besar hal itu akan menarik FanDuel, DraftKings, BetMGM, Caesars, bet365, Fanatics, Hard Rock, dan lainnya. FanDuel dan DraftKings saja menyumbang sekitar 75% dari handle taruhan olahraga legal AS, sementara kurang dari selusin operator mengontrol lebih dari 99% pasar. RUU tersebut juga menggunakan model pembayaran yang tidak biasa. Suku-suku akan mengirimkan kepada negara bagian bagian dari handle taruhan, bukan pajak atas pendapatan kotor perjudian. Setelah pengurangan, proyeksi menempatkan tarif efektif mendekati atau di bawah tarif median pendapatan perjudian sekitar 10% yang terlihat di banyak yurisdiksi.Hingga $7 juta per tahun juga akan dialokasikan untuk pemasaran terkait NBA Oklahoma City Thunder. RUU sebelumnya mencakup akses sportsbook untuk tim tersebut, tetapi para pembuat undang-undang menghapus bagian itu dari versi yang direvisi. Oklahoma tetap menjadi salah satu dari 11 negara bagian tanpa sportsbook ritel atau seluler yang legal. Meski begitu, negara bagian ini sudah memiliki lebih banyak kasino fisik per kapita daripada negara bagian lain dan menghasilkan lebih dari $6 miliar pendapatan perjudian tahunan, setara dengan sekitar 5% dari produk domestik bruto tahunan di Oklahoma. Artikel ini disediakan oleh penyedia konten pihak ketiga. AsiaGameHub (https://asiagamehub.com/) tidak memberikan jaminan atau pernyataan apa pun terkait isinya. Kategori: Berita Terkini, Pembaruan Umum AsiaGameHub menyediakan layanan distribusi iGaming yang ditargetkan untuk perusahaan dan organisasi, dengan menghubungkan lebih dari 3.000 media premium di Asia dan lebih dari 80.000 influencer spesialis. Platform ini menjadi jembatan utama untuk distribusi konten iGaming, kasino, dan eSports di seluruh kawasan ASEAN.
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Clerk Addicted to Gambling Allegedly Took Thousands of Dollars from Mini-Market Safe iGame

Clerk Addicted to Gambling Allegedly Took Thousands of Dollars from Mini-Market Safe

(AsiaGameHub) - An Indonesian mini-market employee with a gambling addiction allegedly forced open the store's safe and fled with 52 million Indonesian rupiah (more than $3,000), which police say he then gambled away on online casino sites. According to reports from the Indonesian media outlet Liputan 6, the clerk managed to lose the entire stolen sum in a mere three hours. Authorities in West Jakarta's Jeruk district stated the incident gained widespread attention online after security camera video of the purported theft was shared across social media platforms. Police reported that the accused was on overnight duty at the 24-hour convenience store on February 22. Once CCTV recordings seemed to capture him entering a room on the second floor and opening a safe, the suspect fled. This initiated a search lasting two months, which concluded when he was located at a hideout in the Kebayoran Lama residential area of South Jakarta. Inside an Indonesian mini market. (Image: @syahrultoko8762/YouTube/Screenshot) Indonesian Lost Stolen Cash in 3 Hours Officers stated the suspect offered no fight when they stormed the location on the afternoon of April 13. Police said that after taking the money, the suspect "promptly transferred the funds into his private bank account via an ATM located inside the mini market." The owner of the mini market was not initially aware the money was missing. The theft was only discovered after the owner found inconsistencies between the register's sales records and the actual cash on hand. Following an extensive review of security footage, police were ultimately able to pinpoint the suspect. Investigators revealed the man has confessed to the offense. He acknowledged he had developed an addiction to online gambling. The individual now faces theft charges. A conviction could result in a prison term of up to seven years. Gambling in all its forms is prohibited in Indonesia. A recent government campaign targeting online casino patrons has resulted in the freezing of bank accounts belonging to more than 33,000 citizens. This article is provided by a third-party. AsiaGameHub (https://asiagamehub.com/) makes no warranties regarding its content. AsiaGameHub delivers targeted distribution for iGaming, Casino, and eSports, connecting 3,000+ premium Asian media outlets and 80,000+ specialized influencers across ASEAN.
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Thai Influencer Beer Anusorn Pothong Reveals Online Gambling Ruined His Life iGame

Thai Influencer Beer Anusorn Pothong Reveals Online Gambling Ruined His Life

(AsiaGameHub) - “Beer” Anusorn Pothong, a Thai influencer boasting more than 7.2 million TikTok followers, states that an addiction to online gambling destroyed both his personal life and career. According to the Thai news source Khaosod Online, the social media figure, who also has 835,000 Facebook followers, revealed that his debts from gambling ballooned to approximately $621,000. Pothong explained that he took loans from his brothers, sisters, and other relatives. He reported having repaid around $155,000 of the total so far, but still has about $465,000 outstanding to family members. The celebrity affirmed his dedication to changing his behavior and is currently repaying his debts at a daily rate of $3,700. In a Facebook video that garnered 274,000 likes, Pothong described how he was lured into online gambling under the false impression it was a fast method to earn cash. Nevertheless, he said the habit quickly became uncontrollable, depleting his entire savings and reducing him to poverty. The Thai Influencer “Beer” Anusorn Pothong (Image: @beeranusorn/TikTok/Screenshot) ‘Beer’ Warns Fans Not to Gamble Pothong claimed his gambling addiction caused him to “lose everything,” resulting in a loss of trust from his family and severe damage to his business. He started a personal care product line, but confessed the addiction has devastated the venture. “I have to settle all my debts,” Pothong informed his audience in the video. “Each day, I’m surviving on just a baht or two. I run a cleansing products business, but I lack the funds to purchase more inventory.” “I created this video for my supporters,” he stated. “I won’t be upset by any criticism or schadenfreude. I appreciate the wake-up calls. And I am deeply grateful to those offering words of support.”Pothong pleaded with his followers to avoid online gambling sites. He cautioned that with online casinos, “the house always wins.” “I must caution my fans and followers: Stop if you are able,” he urged. “Anyone who has repeated my error, anyone who gambles, it destroys your family. You will collapse and never recover.” He added that the psychological impact of online casino addiction can be equally harmful as the monetary losses. In the previous month, police in Phitsanulok, Phitsanulok Province, executed eight arrest warrants following the takedown of an online gambling site called Eu9thaff. Authorities stated that four additional suspects are still wanted. This article is provided by a third-party. AsiaGameHub (https://asiagamehub.com/) makes no warranties regarding its content. AsiaGameHub delivers targeted distribution for iGaming, Casino, and eSports, connecting 3,000+ premium Asian media outlets and 80,000+ specialized influencers across ASEAN.
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Sports Betting Legalization in Oklahoma Nears Approval iGame

Sports Betting Legalization in Oklahoma Nears Approval

(AsiaGameHub) - Oklahoma legislators have declared they are “closer than ever” to approving sports betting. The state continues to be among a small number in the US that does not permit wagering either at physical locations or online. Sen. Bill Coleman and Rep. Ken Luttrell have revealed an agreement with the Oklahoma City Thunder and the state's tribal nations to advance legislation that has been delayed for a year. “This is a big day for Oklahoma,” Coleman stated in a press release. “We’re closer than we’ve ever been to legalizing sports betting.” Coleman and Luttrell have updated HB1047, a bill the House passed with a 62-31 vote in March 2025. The bill's progress was halted in the Senate, but a vote by Senators is anticipated in the next week. “This new legislation results from thousands of hours of negotiations spanning many years,” Coleman further noted. His efforts to legalize sports betting began after PASPA was overturned in 2018. OKC Thunder & Tribes On Board The proposed changes to HB 1047 would authorize both in-person and mobile sports betting operated by the state's tribes. The tribes would subsequently form partnerships with commercial operators like FanDuel and DraftKings to introduce online betting platforms. Coleman and Luttrell indicated the bill's terms were developed jointly with the tribes and the Oklahoma City Thunder. The Thunder franchise has supported the sports betting initiative since the previous year. Under the new amendment, revenue from bets placed on NBA and WNBA games would be directed to the Strong Readers Fund to aid early childhood literacy initiatives. While tribes would retain most of the revenue, they would return 8% of earnings back to the state. “This agreement honors our tribal partners and demonstrates a partnership with our NBA franchise to establish a legal, transparent system that can rival the unregulated black market and legally ambiguous prediction markets,” Coleman said. “This has been a long road in the making,” Luttrell added. “We’ve spent years working through the details, listening to our tribal partners and working with stakeholders like the Oklahoma City Thunder to get this right.” Oklahomans Already Betting on Sports “Oklahomans are already placing bets through other platforms or driving out of state to make legal wagers,” Coleman remarked. “It’s time for all of us to come together to get behind this proposal that protects consumers and keeps those dollars here in Oklahoma to benefit our state.” Neighboring Missouri introduced its sports betting market the previous year, and Wisconsin enacted legislation last month to permit online wagering. Oklahoma is currently one of just 11 states without legal sports betting, yet the growth of prediction markets has created a way for residents to bet on sports. “What we have now reflects that effort and gives Oklahoma a chance to finally bring this activity into a legal, regulated system, said Luttrell. “That means keeping those dollars here at home, strengthening our economy, protecting consumers, and supporting critical services. We’ve done the work, and now we’re in a position to move forward with a plan that reflects years of input and careful consideration.” Governor Could Veto Bill The Senate is now expected to vote on the revised bill, which must then return to the House for another approval because of the amendments. Should it pass both chambers, the decision would fall to Governor Kevin Stitt to enact the legislation. There is, however, no certainty that the Governor will allow the bill to become law. Stitt has in the past voiced criticism of a model that grants tribes exclusive control over sports betting and has shown a general disapproval of expanding gambling within the state. “It’s horrible,” Stitt said in an interview last fall. “If I had my way, I wouldn’t have gambling at all. It’s a travesty.” Regarding the current effort to legalize sports betting, a spokesperson for the Governor said, “Governor Stitt has been clear that he will only support a free market approach to sports betting in Oklahoma. No legislation has reached his desk yet, so we won’t comment on specifics of pending legislation.” This article is provided by a third-party. AsiaGameHub (https://asiagamehub.com/) makes no warranties regarding its content. AsiaGameHub delivers targeted distribution for iGaming, Casino, and eSports, connecting 3,000+ premium Asian media outlets and 80,000+ specialized influencers across ASEAN.
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Man Arrested for Threatening PrizePicks Staff Over $50 Loss iGame

Man Arrested for Threatening PrizePicks Staff Over $50 Loss

(AsiaGameHub) - A PrizePicks customer who alleged he lost $50 on the platform was taken into custody after directing graphic threats at employees. Aaron John Sasser claimed he was en route to the firm's Atlanta, Georgia office, armed and prepared to detonate the building. Sasser started dispatching the threatening communications on April 3 at approximately 7 a.m. He specifically targeted PrizePicks CEO Mike Ybarra, declaring, “Hey there Mike Ybarra. You better leave town because I’m driving down to Atlanta to blow up the PrizePicks headquarters and then I’ll head to your house, tie you up and rape your wife in front of you.” An unsealed affidavit reveals he subsequently issued comparable threats to co-founders Adam Wexler and Jay Deuskar. Chatbots Fail to Grasp Severity of Threats The automated PrizePicks chatbot replied, “I’m sorry to hear you’re feeling this way. Would you like me to connect you with a human agent? Or if you want, you can share more about what’s on your mind and I’ll do my best to help.” There was a delay before a human agent joined the conversation. During this interval, Sasser stated he was already traveling to the office “to kill every PrizePicks team member.“ “Got my AR fully loaded & and extra two mags,” he continued. “I’ve got Mike Ybarra engraved on one ofthe bullet casings”. A PrizePicks support agent answered, “I’m so sorry for this inconvenience. Please allow me a few moments to look into this for you.” Sasser noted the absence of urgency from the support team, adding, “Wonder if you’ll get the point before everyone is dead, Mike Ybarra”. Loss of $50 Triggers Threats Sasser later clarified that the threats were prompted by a $50 loss on the platform. In his home state of Maryland, PrizePicks provides daily fantasy sports (DFS) games and prediction markets launched in collaboration with Kalshi. While Sasser did not specify the nature of his loss, he threatened, “If my $50 doesn’t end up back in my bank account before 5pm today, I’m going to drive down to Atlanta, Georgia and kill everyone in the PrizePicks office.” The support agent informed him that if he did that, then his account would be banned. The final communication from support arrived at 7:17 a.m., more than 20 minutes after the initial explicit threats. A staff member wrote, “I am sorry to hear that you are upset. May I please have the email address on account?” Sasser retorted, “You have my email address you dumb b****!” Threats Carry Lengthy Prison Sentence It remains unknown whether he actually intended to act on the threats. The criminal complaint alleges he transmitted “an interstate threat to kidnap or injure.” A conviction for this crime carries a potential penalty of up to 20 years in prison, owing to the detailed threats involving explosives. After his arrest, Sasser was released to his father's custody, but the court ordered him to undergo strict home confinement. The U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Georgia also prohibited Sasser from contacting the named PrizePicks executives, participating in any gambling activities, and using real-time customer support services. While athletes often receive threats from gamblers, it is less common for company executives to be singled out. PrizePicks has not issued a public statement on the incident, but its terms of service specify, “We do not tolerate any abuse or harmful treatment toward our support representatives, or any other PrizePicks employee. If our chat transcripts indicate that you directed abusive or otherwise threatening language toward our staff, we reserve the right to permanently remove your live support privileges and terminate your account.” This article is provided by a third-party. AsiaGameHub (https://asiagamehub.com/) makes no warranties regarding its content. AsiaGameHub delivers targeted distribution for iGaming, Casino, and eSports, connecting 3,000+ premium Asian media outlets and 80,000+ specialized influencers across ASEAN.
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New York Attorney General Accuses Coinbase and Gemini of Running Illegal Gambling Operations Through Prediction Markets iGame

New York Attorney General Accuses Coinbase and Gemini of Running Illegal Gambling Operations Through Prediction Markets

(AsiaGameHub) - New York Attorney General Letitia James has initiated legal action against Coinbase and Gemini, accusing the firms of operating illegal gambling via their prediction market services. The two companies have recently launched markets that allow trading on the outcomes of sporting events, elections, and awards shows. James stated that “these prediction market platforms meet the legal criteria for gambling in New York” because the results are unpredictable, beyond a participant's influence, or dependent on chance. These activities are being conducted without the required gambling licenses. The state's gambling industry is tightly controlled, with just nine authorized sportsbooks. “Calling it something else doesn't change what it is; gambling by any other name is still gambling,” James remarked in a press release. “The prediction markets run by Gemini and Coinbase are simply unlicensed gambling businesses that lure young users to addictive sites without proper protections. We are acting to safeguard New Yorkers and prevent these platforms from breaking the law.” Prediction Markets Encourage Underage Gambling Beyond the licensing issue, James challenges the platforms' policy of permitting users below the legal gambling age to engage. While the legal age for gambling in New York is 21, these prediction markets accept participants as young as 18. The complaint warns that “Introducing minors to online gambling poses serious risks to their mental health and financial stability,” referencing National Institutes of Health data linking early gambling exposure to higher rates of depression, anxiety, mood disorders, and monetary problems. This action follows a recent lawsuit James filed against Valve, contending that the video game company's loot boxes also promote underage gambling. The lawsuits further claim that Coinbase and Gemini break state law by permitting wagers on college sports games that include teams from New York, which is expressly forbidden. James Wants Companies to Pay Back Profits James also highlights that the companies are not paying taxes like licensed sportsbooks. New York imposes a 51% tax rate on gambling operators, the nation's highest, which generated $1.32 billion in state tax revenue in the previous year. To address the financial impact, James is seeking a court order for the companies “to disgorge all illicit earnings, provide restitution to affected consumers, and pay penalties amounting to three times the profits gained from their unlawful conduct.” Multiple Legal Battles in NY Against Prediction Markets Separate from the Attorney General's lawsuits, the New York State Gaming Commission issued a cease-and-desist order to Kalshi last year. Kalshi subsequently filed a lawsuit against the regulator, which has temporarily halted enforcement pending the litigation's outcome. Kalshi and Polymarket are not defendants in the Attorney General's current cases, but both are confronting class-action lawsuits in the state where users make parallel accusations of operating illegal gambling schemes. State legislators have additionally proposed a bill that would explicitly ban prediction markets centered on sports, political outcomes, death, and war. This article is provided by a third-party. AsiaGameHub (https://asiagamehub.com/) makes no warranties regarding its content. AsiaGameHub delivers targeted distribution for iGaming, Casino, and eSports, connecting 3,000+ premium Asian media outlets and 80,000+ specialized influencers across ASEAN.
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BGaming Menangkal Melanjutkan Perdebaan Karusi dengan Judi Aduah DAR Bjorn iGame

BGaming Menangkal Melanjutkan Perdebaan Karusi dengan Judi Aduah DAR Bjorn

(AsiaGameHub) - BGaming akan menggelar kembali Charity Gala-nya pada 29 Mei 2026, dengan edisi kedua diadakan di The Phoenicia Hotel di Malta, dimana perusahaan ini kembali menempatkan DAR Bjorn sebagai pusat acara. Acara penggalangan dana ini mengikuti Gala tahun lalu yang berhasil mengumpulkan €200.000 dan membantu membiayai Respite Centre baru DAR Bjorn. Untuk acara 2026, BGaming mengalihkan fokus dari dukungan konstruksi ke kebutuhan perawatan praktis di dalam fasilitas tersebut. Uang yang dikumpulkan akan digunakan untuk peralatan seperti ventilator, tempat tidur motoris, kasur udara, hoist lifter, dan konsentrator oksigen. Ini juga akan mendanai empat kamar penghuni untuk pendaftaran baru. BGaming mengatakan setiap euro yang dikumpulkan akan langsung masuk ke DAR Bjorn, sementara biaya produksi akan ditanggung oleh perusahaan secara terpisah. Edisi Gala Kedua dengan Target yang Lebih Jelas DAR Bjorn didirikan oleh Bjorn Formosa, yang bekerja di industri iGaming sebelum didiagnosis ALS pada usia 28 tahun. Organisasi ini sekarang merawat sekitar 60 penghuni di dua pusat dan juga mendukung hampir 800 orang di masyarakat. Dengan permintaan yang masih meningkat, Respite Centre baru diharapkan menambah kapasitas yang sangat dibutuhkan untuk orang yang menderita ALS, MS, dan kondisi neurologis serius lainnya. Acara ini akan berlangsung di area Bastion Pool The Phoenicia Hotel dan akan menjadi malam undangan eksklusif untuk eksekutif iGaming, tokoh bisnis Malta, dan filantropis. Next.io akan berperan sebagai mitra media resmi, sementara Joseph Chetcuti akan menjadi pembawa acara. Programnya termasuk musik live dari Versatile, pertunjukan seni dan lelang dari L7Matrix dan Gonçalo MAR, serta undian amal. BGaming juga menyebutkan beberapa perusahaan yang sudah mendukung edisi 2026. Flutter, Alea, dan SiGMA adalah mitra pendukung. MyAffiliates bergabung sebagai Silver Partner, sementara Amusnet Gaming, 1spin4win, dan Finteq Hub menandatangani sebagai Bronze Partners.Marina Ostrovtsova, Chief Executive Officer BGaming, mengatakan: “Gala tahun lalu menunjukkan kepada kami apa yang mungkin dilakukan ketika industri kami bersatu untuk tujuan bersama. Mengumpulkan €200.000 dalam satu malam adalah prestasi luar biasa dan memberikan dukungan nyata yang dapat dirasakan kepada orang-orang di DAR Bjorn yang paling membutuhkannya. “Kembali untuk tahun kedua dengan ambisi yang lebih besar adalah hal yang kami banggakan. Dana yang kami kumpulkan tahun ini akan digunakan untuk peralatan yang langsung meningkatkan kualitas hidup penghuni. Donasi ini adalah perbedaan antara kenyamanan dan kesulitan bagi orang yang menderita kondisi neurologis serius, dan kami berharap baik komunitas iGaming maupun komunitas Malta yang lebih luas akan kembali berdiri bersama kami.” Artikel ini disediakan oleh penyedia konten pihak ketiga. AsiaGameHub (https://asiagamehub.com/) tidak memberikan jaminan atau pernyataan apa pun terkait isinya. Kategori: Berita Terkini, Pembaruan Umum AsiaGameHub menyediakan layanan distribusi iGaming yang ditargetkan untuk perusahaan dan organisasi, dengan menghubungkan lebih dari 3.000 media premium di Asia dan lebih dari 80.000 influencer spesialis. Platform ini menjadi jembatan utama untuk distribusi konten iGaming, kasino, dan eSports di seluruh kawasan ASEAN.
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Rancangan Undang-Undang 107 Ontario Menargetkan Iklan Taruhan Olahraga di Seluruh TV dan Media Sosial iGame

Rancangan Undang-Undang 107 Ontario Menargetkan Iklan Taruhan Olahraga di Seluruh TV dan Media Sosial

(AsiaGameHub) - Tekanan politik Ontario terhadap iklan perjudian kembali muncul. Rancangan undang-undang Liberal baru akan melarang sebagian besar iklan oleh operator taruhan olahraga dan iGaming online yang berlisensi, meskipun jalur untuk menyetujui rancangan ini masih terlihat sulit. Hal yang Perlu Diketahui Rancangan Undang-undang 107 diperkenalkan oleh Lee Fairclough dan didukung bersama oleh Stephen Blais, John Fraser, dan Ted Hsu. Usulan ini akan menargetkan iklan TV, promosi media sosial, dan sponsor berbayar oleh operator yang berlisensi. Ontario sudah memperketat peraturan iklan perjudian, termasuk batasan penggunaan atlet dan selebriti. Partai Liberal Ontario Mengembalikan Larangan Iklan Perjudian ke Lantai Legislatif Lee Fairclough menyajikan Rancangan Undang-undang 107 pada hari Senin di Queen Park. Undang-undang Larangan Iklan Perjudian Berbahaya, 2026 akan mengubah Undang-undang Pengendalian Perjudian dan menjadikan iklan atau promosi situs perjudian melalui televisi, media sosial, dan sponsor berbayar oleh operator Ontario yang berlisensi sebagai tindakan ilegal. Operator yang melanggar undang-undang dapat dikenakan denda hingga $1 juta pada pelanggaran pertama, dengan kemungkinan pencabutan izin setelah pelanggaran selanjutnya. Fairclough menghubungkan rancangan undang-undang ini dengan kekhawatiran kecanduan setelah Ontario membuka pasar online untuk operator swasta pada tahun 2022. Ia mengatakan bahwa saat ini ada sekitar 50 perusahaan perjudian swasta yang mempromosikan merek mereka di berbagai platform, sementara lebih banyak orang yang menghubungi ConnexOntario untuk bantuan terkait perjudian. Dari sisi politik, rancangan undang-undang ini menghadapi jalan yang sulit. Partai Liberal Ontario masih menjadi partai ketiga di legislatif, sama seperti ketika John Fraser mendorong peraturan pemasaran yang lebih ketat pada tahun 2023. Jadi meskipun ada perhatian baru terhadap iklan taruhan olahraga, sportsbooks, pemasaran iCasino, dan sponsor perjudian, upaya untuk menyetujui langkah ini terlihat sulit. Meski begitu, pengajuan ini memiliki makna. Hal ini menunjukkan bahwa kemarahan terhadap iklan perjudian selama siaran olahraga langsung tidak hilang, dan pengajuan ini datang saat Ottawa juga mempertimbangkan batasan federal yang lebih ketat. Regulator Ontario sudah bertindak untuk sebagian masalah ini dengan melarang atlet dan membatasi dukungan selebriti, selain menjauhkan iklan insentif dari sebagian besar saluran publik. Rancangan Undang-undang 107 jauh lebih ketat dengan upaya untuk menutup promosi operator secara luas di tingkat provinsi. Artikel ini disediakan oleh penyedia konten pihak ketiga. AsiaGameHub (https://asiagamehub.com/) tidak memberikan jaminan atau pernyataan apa pun terkait isinya. Kategori: Berita Terkini, Pembaruan Umum AsiaGameHub menyediakan layanan distribusi iGaming yang ditargetkan untuk perusahaan dan organisasi, dengan menghubungkan lebih dari 3.000 media premium di Asia dan lebih dari 80.000 influencer spesialis. Platform ini menjadi jembatan utama untuk distribusi konten iGaming, kasino, dan eSports di seluruh kawasan ASEAN.
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New York Membawa Coinbase dan Gemini Titan ke Pengadilan atas Pasar Prediksi iGame

New York Membawa Coinbase dan Gemini Titan ke Pengadilan atas Pasar Prediksi

(AsiaGameHub) - New York telah membidik langsung dua operator pasar prediksi. Jaksa Agung Letitia James mengatakan Coinbase dan Gemini Titan menawarkan kontrak acara yang melanggar undang-undang perjudian negara bagian. Perlu Diketahui New York menginginkan ganti rugi, denda, pencabutan keuntungan, dan restitusi pengguna. Negara bagian mengatakan kedua platform mengizinkan anak berusia 18 tahun untuk berdagang di pasar di mana taruhan olahraga dimulai pada usia 21 tahun. Coinbase mulai menawarkan kontrak acara pada bulan Januari, sementara Gemini Titan mendapatkan persetujuan CFTC pada Desember 2025. New York Menyerang Coinbase Dan Gemini Titan Dengan Kasus Perjudian Alih-alih menunggu pertarungan federal berakhir, New York langsung menuju pengadilan. James mengajukan gugatan di Pengadilan Tinggi Manhattan dan mengatakan Coinbase dan Gemini Titan menjalankan operasi perjudian ilegal dengan menawarkan kontrak olahraga dan acara lainnya tanpa lisensi negara bagian. Kasus ini mengejar lebih dari sekadar masalah perizinan. New York mengatakan kedua platform memberikan akses kepada pengguna yang lebih muda terhadap produk yang terkait dengan hasil yang tidak pasti, mengabaikan kewajiban pajak negara bagian, dan menawarkan kontrak yang melibatkan tim perguruan tinggi dalam negara bagian, sesuatu yang tidak dapat dilakukan oleh penyedia taruhan olahraga legal di New York. James berkata:“Perjudian dengan nama lain tetaplah perjudian, dan itu tidak dibebaskan dari regulasi menurut undang-undang dan Konstitusi negara bagian kami. “Apa yang disebut pasar prediksi oleh Gemini dan Coinbase hanyalah operasi perjudian ilegal, yang memaparkan kaum muda ke platform yang membuat ketagihan dan kekurangan pengaman yang diperlukan. Kantor saya mengambil tindakan untuk melindungi warga New York dan menghentikan platform-platform ini melanggar hukum.” New York sedang mengupayakan perintah penahanan sementara dan penetapan sela pendahuluan. James juga menginginkan denda, pencabutan keuntungan, dan restitusi. Coinbase sendiri menghadapi klaim dampak kerugian sebesar $2,2 miliar. Coinbase memasuki ruang kontrak acara pada bulan Januari dengan pasar yang terkait dengan olahraga, pemilihan umum, dan hiburan. Gemini Titan, yang dikembangkan oleh Gemini Space Station, menerima persetujuan dari CFTC sebagai Pasar Kontrak yang Ditunjuk pada Desember 2025. Meski begitu, New York mengatakan hukum negara bagian tetap berlaku karena produk-produk tersebut memenuhi definisi hukum perjudian.Argumen itu bertumpu pada satu poin sederhana. Dalam pandangan jaksa agung, pengguna mempertaruhkan uang pada hasil di luar kendali mereka atau pada permainan untung-untungan. Di bawah hukum New York, itu adalah perjudian, tidak peduli label apa yang digunakan oleh sebuah platform. Artikel ini disediakan oleh penyedia konten pihak ketiga. AsiaGameHub (https://asiagamehub.com/) tidak memberikan jaminan atau pernyataan apa pun terkait isinya. Kategori: Berita Terkini, Pembaruan Umum AsiaGameHub menyediakan layanan distribusi iGaming yang ditargetkan untuk perusahaan dan organisasi, dengan menghubungkan lebih dari 3.000 media premium di Asia dan lebih dari 80.000 influencer spesialis. Platform ini menjadi jembatan utama untuk distribusi konten iGaming, kasino, dan eSports di seluruh kawasan ASEAN.
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Top Player Props for Canadiens-Lightning NHL Playoff Game on Tuesday, April 21 iGame

Top Player Props for Canadiens-Lightning NHL Playoff Game on Tuesday, April 21

(AsiaGameHub) - The Montreal Canadiens and Tampa Bay Lightning face off this evening for Game 2 of their first-round NHL playoff series. The game begins at 7 p.m. ET and will be broadcast on ESPN2. Montreal secured a surprise victory in Game 1 on Sunday, led by Juraj Slafkovsky’s overtime goal which completed his hat trick in the 4-3 win. For tonight's matchup, DraftKings lists Tampa Bay as a -192 home favorite, with the over/under set at 5.5. Currently, the Lightning have attracted 76% of the total bets and 83% of the betting tickets. Leading Player Props: Canadiens vs. Lightning With Tampa Bay anticipated to recover, we have identified three player props for the Lightning and one for the Canadiens. Andrei Vasilevskiy OVER 21.5 Saves (-110) Andrei Vasilevskiy entered the postseason as the premier goaltender. His regular-season goals against average of 2.33 was second only to Colorado’s Scott Wedgewood (2.07). However, Wedgewood only made his first NHL playoff start during Sunday’s victory over the Kings. Consequently, we anticipate the veteran Vasilevskiy will bounce back tonight after recording just 15 saves in the series opener. Nikita Kucherov OVER 1.5 Points (+105) Nikita Kucherov finished the regular season with 130 points, trailing only Edmonton’s Connor McDavid for the league lead. Kucherov maintained his high level of play in Game 1, recording two assists and firing five shots on goal. Given that Tampa Bay is expected to dominate Montreal’s youthful defensive unit, Kucherov should be able to secure at least two points. Jake Guentzel OVER 2.5 Shots (-150) While the odds are a bit steep, Jake Guentzel plays a key role alongside Kucherov in maintaining offensive pressure for the Bolts. Guentzel had four shots on goal in the first game. He has surpassed this shot total in four of his previous six outings, including a four-shot performance against Montreal late in the regular season. Juraj Slafkovsky Anytime Goal Scorer (+195) It is surprising that Slafkovsky’s odds remain this high considering his scoring record against Tampa Bay. Beyond Sunday’s hat trick, the talented winger also netted four goals across four regular-season meetings with the Lightning. He also led all players with seven shots on goal against Vasilevskiy in Game 1. With his knack for generating dangerous opportunities, he is a strong candidate to find the net tonight. This article is provided by a third-party. AsiaGameHub (https://asiagamehub.com/) makes no warranties regarding its content. AsiaGameHub delivers targeted distribution for iGaming, Casino, and eSports, connecting 3,000+ premium Asian media outlets and 80,000+ specialized influencers across ASEAN.
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Chinese Anti – Gambling Campaigns Lead to Police Raid on Cemetery and Arrest of Octogenarian iGame

Chinese Anti – Gambling Campaigns Lead to Police Raid on Cemetery and Arrest of Octogenarian

(AsiaGameHub) - Law enforcement authorities in Hong Kong and Mainland Chinese provinces are intensifying crackdowns on unlawful gambling activities in public spaces, with dozens of people taken into custody via a series of targeted raids. According to reports from Chinese media outlet China.com, Hong Kong police launched an operation on April 16 to dismantle an illegal street gambling syndicate operating in Kwai Chung. Police confirmed four Hong Kong residents were arrested at the scene. All suspects are male, ranging in age from 68 at the youngest to 82 at the oldest. Investigators stated they seized gambling equipment and an unrevealed sum of cash during the operation. Cases of all the arrested individuals will be heard jointly at the West Kowloon Magistrates’ Courts on April 30. A residential housing complex in Kwai Chung, Hong Kong. (Image: WiNG [CC BY-SA 3.0]) Gambling Crackdown Efforts Across China Separately, in Hangzhou province, the provincial Public Security Bureau reported that police in Xindeng utilized drone technology to identify and arrest a group of people suspected of gambling at a hillside pavilion inside a public cemetery. Police said they took 13 people into custody and confiscated 10,000 yuan (nearly $1,470) worth of gambling proceeds. Officers also seized assorted gambling equipment at the site. Detectives noted the suspects selected the spot because it was isolated and hard to access. But after police spotted a suspicious group of people gathering at the pavilion on April 14, they deployed a drone. Five minutes later, officers said, the drone transmitted "clear footage of several people assembled in the pavilion placing wagers." Officers confirmed they have charged all suspects with gambling-related offenses, adding that the investigation is still ongoing. Rising Occurrence of Forest Gambling Police across China say they are cracking down on a sharp increase in the so-called "forest gambling" activity. This form of gambling usually involves groups of bettors arranging to meet in remote, mostly rural locations. The gamblers reportedly believe unlawful gambling is low-risk if conducted in areas that police do not regularly patrol. But Chinese police note they now have access to a wide range of drone-powered technologies that help them search for groups of gamblers in woodland areas, abandoned structures, lakeside resorts and mountainous zones. Some police agencies have also dispatched small teams of officers to carry out daily outdoor foot patrols in remote and semi-rural areas. These patrols typically monitor activities in narrow small village alleys and deep forested areas to curb the growth of "forest gambling" rings. This article is provided by a third-party. AsiaGameHub (https://asiagamehub.com/) makes no warranties regarding its content. AsiaGameHub delivers targeted distribution for iGaming, Casino, and eSports, connecting 3,000+ premium Asian media outlets and 80,000+ specialized influencers across ASEAN.
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68 Arrested by South Korean Police in Dogfighting and Gambling Ring Bust iGame

68 Arrested by South Korean Police in Dogfighting and Gambling Ring Bust

(AsiaGameHub) - Authorities in Daegu, South Korea, have taken 68 individuals into custody following a raid on an alleged dogfighting and gambling venue. According to reports from South Korean broadcasters TV Chosun and TBC, officers stated that a large number of those arrested were apprehended while betting on animal fights. The location for the fights was an empty plot within an industrial complex on the city's outskirts, as confirmed by police and members of the animal rights organization Korean Animal Welfare Association. Police believe the contests occurred inside a "3-meter by 3-meter iron cage," where onlookers observed from camping chairs. According to activists, "fighting dogs used for gambling purposes" were found concealed "in the bushes" close to the site. Police located additional animals "chained to the guardrails on nearby roads." Investigators revealed that gamblers placed bets amounting to "tens of millions of Korean won" on the results of the illicit matches. As the police operation commenced, the majority of the suspected gamblers attempted to escape. However, detectives reported that most fled directly into police netting that had been set up to seal the industrial complex's single entrance. Dogfighting & Gambling: Police Charge 68 People A representative from the animal welfare charity described the scene: “People were gathering near the entrance to escape, vehicles were swarming in, and car horns were blaring. It was absolute chaos.” A dog rescued from a suspected dogfighting ring near Daegu in South Korea. (Image: Korean Animal Welfare Association/Screenshot) Officers reported that numerous dogs discovered at the location had suffered severe injuries. A number of the animals are now undergoing care at veterinary clinics. Activists noted that one dog was found in a "horrific condition." The animal was said to have broken teeth and a deeply gashed leg from a particularly violent fight. The suspects face charges including animal abuse violations and illegal gambling. Authorities have announced they are widening their probe to target the suspected organizers of the gambling operation. At the scene, investigators also uncovered syringes and various illegal drugs that had been administered to the injured dogs. Punishments are Too Lenient, Say Critics Under South Korean law, the maximum sentence for injuring an animal for gambling purposes is two years imprisonment. Fines of up to 20 million won (under $14,000) can also be imposed by the courts. Critics, however, argue that these penalties are excessively "lenient." Towards the end of last year, animal rights activists in the southern region of the country raised alarms that dogfighting rings were growing "rampant." These activists claim that efforts by courts and police to curb illegal dogfighting are "lax," which has led to a "resurgence" of the activity and linked gambling in regions such as South Gyeongsang Province. This article is provided by a third-party. AsiaGameHub (https://asiagamehub.com/) makes no warranties regarding its content. AsiaGameHub delivers targeted distribution for iGaming, Casino, and eSports, connecting 3,000+ premium Asian media outlets and 80,000+ specialized influencers across ASEAN.
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Betting Odds, Picks, and Predictions for the PGA Tour Zurich Classic iGame

Betting Odds, Picks, and Predictions for the PGA Tour Zurich Classic

(AsiaGameHub) - The PGA Tour heads to TPC Louisiana this week for the Zurich Classic, the season's solitary team-format tournament. For the past nine years, the Zurich Classic has featured a partner format, alternating between four-ball and foursomes. The title is currently held by Ben Griffin and Andrew Novak. Zurich Classic Odds at DraftKings Review the following DraftKings odds for the leading contenders at the Zurich Classic: Fitzpatrick / Fitzpatrick +1175 Koepka / Lowry +1550 Yellamaraju / Gerard +1750 Novak / Griffin +1850 Thorbjornsen / Vilips +1950 Rai / Theegala +2150 Keefer / Brennan +2200 Moore / Clark +2300 Penge / Wallace +2350 Li / Smith +2350 Thompson / Eckroat +2500 McCarty / Meissner +2600 Hughes / Pendrith +3000 Ventura / Reitan +3000 Springer / Smalley +3000 Bauchou / Stevens +3200 Yu / Kim +3200 Mitchell / Snedeker +3500 Finau / Greyserman +3700 Roy / McGreevy +3700 Schmid / Power +3800 Hoey / Lipsky +4000 Parry / Brown +4300 Olesen / Neergaard-Petersen +4300 Suber / Jaeger +4700 Smotherman / Putnam +4800 Van Rooyen / Bezuidenhout +4900 Ewart / Jarvis +5200 Lebioda / Code +5500 Hossler / Ryder +5700 Dou / Wu +6000 Whaley / Sigg +6000 Svensson / Nyholm +6000 Mouw / Kanaya +6100 Dumont De Chassart / Chatfield +6400 Kuchar / Higgo +6600 Horschel / Hoge +7000 Top Favorite Pick for the Zurich Classic Brooks Koepka & Shane Lowry +1550 While Brooks Koepka currently lacks entry into signature events, a victory this week would secure his spot. He is paired with Shane Lowry, who took home the trophy in 2024 alongside Rory McIlroy. This high-profile team is expected to be a major factor at TPC Louisiana. Although Matt Fitzpatrick, coming off an RBC Heritage win, and his brother Alex Fitzpatrick, a recent winner on the DP World Tour, have plenty of momentum, the Koepka/Lowry duo offers superior betting value. Top Sleeper Pick for the Zurich Classic Aaron Rai & Sahith Theegala +2150 Teaming up for the third straight year, Aaron Rai and Sahith Theegala previously secured a T-18 finish here in 2025. Theegala has already secured four top-10 finishes this season and previously took fourth place in 2022 alongside David Lipsky. While Rai has been less consistent, he stands to gain from Theegala’s high-level putting, as Theegala currently ranks 36th on tour in SG: Putting. Top Longshot Pick for the Zurich Classic Justin Lower & Chad Ramey +6800 This pair offers great value given their history of success in this team setting. Chad Ramey has logged three consecutive top-10s here, including a second-place finish with Martin Trainer in 2024, the same year Lowry and McIlroy won. Justin Lower has also earned two top-10 finishes at the Zurich Classic. Last year, Lower and Ramey joined forces to finish in eighth place. This article is provided by a third-party. AsiaGameHub (https://asiagamehub.com/) makes no warranties regarding its content. AsiaGameHub delivers targeted distribution for iGaming, Casino, and eSports, connecting 3,000+ premium Asian media outlets and 80,000+ specialized influencers across ASEAN.
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Louisiana Pushes Ahead With Bill Banning Sweepstakes Casinos Despite the Governor’s Veto Last Year iGame

Louisiana Pushes Ahead With Bill Banning Sweepstakes Casinos Despite the Governor’s Veto Last Year

(AsiaGameHub) - Louisiana legislators are once again advancing a measure to explicitly outlaw sweepstakes casinos across the state. This action follows Governor Jeff Landry's veto of a comparable bill last session, a move he justified by pointing to existing rules that already forbid such platforms. The state's House of Representatives approved HB883 last week with a unanimous 99-0 vote. The legislation has since been passed along to the Senate’s Judiciary B Committee for further consideration. The bill's wording is the same as the one that cleared both legislative bodies last year. It defines illegal gambling as “any game, contest, or promotion that is available on the internet or accessible on a mobile phone, computer terminal, or similar access device that uses a dual-currency payment system enabling a player to exchange the currency for any prize or award, cash, or cash equivalents, or any chance to win any prize or award, cash, or cash equivalents, and simulates any form of gambling constitutes gambling by computer.” The bill notes that current law already forbids “gambling by computer and establishes penalties for violations.” However, it clarifies that the “Proposed law specifies additional actions that qualify as gambling by computer, such as offering dual-currency games that simulate any form of gambling.” Problem Already Being Solved Governor Landry maintains that the present statutes are adequate for the state to take legal action against sweepstakes casinos, which operate on dual-currency models. Explaining his veto last year, Landry remarked, “This bill is a solution looking for a problem that is already being addressed by our current framework.” “This bill seeks to criminalize specific secondary internet gambling activities that are already illegal in Louisiana,” he continued. “Our existing Louisiana Gaming Control Board possesses the regulatory power, oversight, and jurisdiction over all gaming activities and operations as outlined in the Louisiana Gaming Control Law.” He also expressed concern that “portions of the bill's text are too vague and could be construed negatively, potentially undermining or obstructing our ongoing enforcement efforts against these bad actors.“ This year's proposed legislation, nonetheless, features highly comparable language. State Ramps Up Enforcement Action Supporting Landry's assertion that Louisiana's gaming authorities already have enough power to combat illegal operators, the Gaming Control Board issued cease-and-desist letters to over 40 offshore and sweepstakes casinos soon after his veto. To date, at least 60 operators have ceased operations within the state. Louisiana Attorney General Liz Murrill has also officially deemed sweepstakes casinos unlawful. She declared, “Following a review of applicable Louisiana statutes and legal precedent, it is the opinion of this office that online businesses offering casino-style games – purporting to be sweepstakes or social gaming platforms – are operating in violation of Louisiana law.” While the new bill would grant the Attorney General expanded authority, Murrill is already confident in her existing power to close down these operators. She also cautioned companies that they remain “subject to Federal and State tax laws and liabilities.” The Louisiana Department of Revenue has initiated legal action against VGW and WOW Vegas, claiming the firms are responsible for $44 million in back taxes. Other States Banning Sweepstakes Louisiana is not alone, as other states are also moving to outlaw sweepstakes casinos through new laws. Both Maine and Indiana have enacted bills this year that ban multi-currency gambling. Last week, officials in Washington, D.C., also put forward a bill that would authorize iGaming while simultaneously prohibiting sweepstakes casinos. It remains uncertain whether Gov. Landry will veto the bill again if it passes the Senate. Based on his past comments, it appears probable he would once again deem the law redundant and potentially complicating. The state's legislative session concludes on June 1. This article is provided by a third-party. AsiaGameHub (https://asiagamehub.com/) makes no warranties regarding its content. AsiaGameHub delivers targeted distribution for iGaming, Casino, and eSports, connecting 3,000+ premium Asian media outlets and 80,000+ specialized influencers across ASEAN.
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FanDuel, DraftKings, and Fanatics Spent $42 Million on Political Contributions in the Last Quarter iGame

FanDuel, DraftKings, and Fanatics Spent $42 Million on Political Contributions in the Last Quarter

(AsiaGameHub) - Top US sports betting operators FanDuel, DraftKings, and Fanatics significantly boosted their political expenditures last quarter, directing a combined $42 million to political action committees. Each of the sportsbooks made major contributions to the Win for America Super PAC during the quarter. While DraftKings had previously given $2 million to the PAC, its latest donations surged to $17.5 million, as shown in FEC records. FanDuel donated an even larger sum of $19.5 million, and FBG Enterprises, the parent firm of Fanatics Sportsbook, contributed a further $4 million, resulting in the $42 million total. FanDuel and DraftKings each established their own PACs last year. DraftKings created its PAC, named American Future, which has primarily concentrated on financing politicians who advocate for lower gambling taxes in Illinois. Folllow the Money From the $42 million given to Win for America, $7.3 million was channeled to American Future. The bulk of the money, $26.1 million, was routed through the American Conservative Fund, according to an analysis by Gaming America. The American Conservative Fund mainly backs Republican candidates. From the $26.1 million, the single largest allocation of $6.4 million, was sent to the American Conservative Fund Georgia. Georgia maintains restrictive gambling regulations, yet its population exceeding 11 million makes it a major potential market. A Senate committee advised the state to legalize sports betting late last year. Securing the support of legislators is a primary objective of this PAC spending. Texas Targeted for Gambling Expansion Texas is another key target for gambling operators seeking legal expansion, ranking as the second most populous state after California. Las Vegas Sands has invested heavily in lobbying for a casino in Texas, while sportsbooks are keen for the state to introduce regulated online betting. The Texas Sands PAC previously supported James Talarico's campaigns, and he had voiced approval for establishing a legal casino in the state. However, he has since distanced himself from corporate PACs and wealthy donors. He secured the Democratic primary victory by running on a platform that promised to restrict such donations. From the Win for America funds, $3.5 million was allocated to the Texas Conservative Fund, which works to advance legal gambling in Texas. A further $3 million was directed to Win for Pennsylvania, an effort focused on protecting the state's market from additional taxes and regulations. Pennsylvania currently imposes a 36% tax rate on operators, which is higher than in most other states. Some of these funds are used to support political campaigns of candidates likely to favor beneficial market policies, with the remainder spent on strategic communications and consulting groups. Will the Gamble Pay Off? This political investment is itself a gamble, as there is no certainty the contributions will translate into higher company earnings. DraftKings and FanDuel were the primary funders of a $170 million campaign behind California's Proposition 27, a measure designed to legalize sports betting. However, voters defeated the proposition, leaving the state's gambling market closed. Following the launch of their prediction market platforms, these companies are likely also focusing on politicians who would permit them to offer such markets in states like California, Texas, and Georgia. Other prediction market platforms like Kalshi and Polymarket are likewise ramping up their lobbying efforts, as are tribal groups and casino operators. To offset substantial marketing and lobbying expenses, betting firms must maximize their profits, which are derived from customer losses. This dynamic fuels allegations that gambling companies deliberately promote addictive gambling behaviors. DraftKings and FanDuel are confronting multiple lawsuits that claim the operators employ deceptive practices to increase player losses. With political expenditures on the rise, a change in the companies' marketing approaches appears improbable in the near future. This article is provided by a third-party. AsiaGameHub (https://asiagamehub.com/) makes no warranties regarding its content. AsiaGameHub delivers targeted distribution for iGaming, Casino, and eSports, connecting 3,000+ premium Asian media outlets and 80,000+ specialized influencers across ASEAN.
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