Gambling

17 people arrested, over $720,000 seized in islandwide gambling bust

Major international sporting events such as the FIFA World Cup often lead to an increase in gambling activity, said the police.

Vietnam police bust $172 million World Cup betting rings

Vietnamese police said on July 7 that they had arrested 85 people linked to two “exceptionally large-scale” betting rings.

Video games in Europe face new restrictions on age, ‘loot boxes’

Loot boxes – paid treasure chests that randomly dole out digital items in games – have long been criticised as an addictive form of gambling.

Thrice Major champion Jordan Spieth believes betting a root cause of fan behaviour issues

CROMWELL, CONNECTICUT - JUNE 26: Jordan Spieth of the United States plays a shot from the first tee during the second round of the Travelers Championship 2026 at TPC River Highlands on June 26, 2026 in Cromwell, Connecticut. Andrew Redington/Getty Images/AFP (Photo by Andrew Redington / GETTY IMAGES NORTH AMERICA / Getty Images via AFP)

Former NBA players Malik Beasley, Ed Davis indicted on gambling-related charges

Mar 30, 2025; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Detroit Pistons guard Malik Beasley (5) reacts during the second quarter against the Minnesota Timberwolves at Target Center. Mandatory Credit: Matt Krohn-Imagn Images

Bumper World Cup tipped to smash betting records

The Angel of Independence is seen as Mexico fans celebrate in the rain after the Czech Republic v Mexico match REUTERS/Luis Cortes

World Cup exposes growing global rift over prediction markets

11 suspects under probe for illegal online gambling and misuse of bank accounts

The police noted that major international sporting events such as the upcoming FIFA World Cup often lead to an increase in gambling activity, including illegal betting.

Singapore to ramp up efforts against illegal and problem gambling during World Cup 2026

These efforts were announced by MHA and the Ministry of Social and Family Development in a statement on June 9, ahead of the World Cup from June 11 to July 19.

‘Biggest circus in town’ the World Cup set for betting frenzy

Supporters watch Curacao's players practising during a training session.

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