GRA/Gambling Regulatory Authority

‘Cultivating’ scammers: Trading card community says some mystery packs promote cheating, gambling

Oripas, short for “original packs”, are not official products but are seller-made blind packs marketed as a low-cost chance at high-value cards.

Details of blind box regulations to be unveiled in mid-2026: Shanmugam

The regulations aim to mitigate the gambling inducement risk of blind boxes.

MAGA v MAGA: Georgia election exposes divisions in Trump’s base

Mr Trump’s endorsement of a local prosecutor has not deterred 14 other Republican candidates from pressing ahead in the March 10 special election.

S’pore to regulate blind boxes to manage gambling risks: Shanmugam

Blind boxes are sealed boxes that contain a random collectible, such as a figurine, toy or accessory.

When gamblers in S'pore get younger and the stakes get higher

Although remote gambling sites are illegal in Singapore, The Straits Times managed to access one without the use of a VPN.

Casino visits by Singapore citizens, PRs fell by 5,000 from 2023 to 2024: Gambling authority

The number of annual levies purchased by Singapore citizens and PRs fell by about 400 from 2023 to 2024.

$12.7 million Toto jackpot shared among 12 Group 2 winners after no one won top prize

The prize had snowballed to $12.7 million after the past three draws saw no winners.

1 ticket wins $12.3 million Toto jackpot draw

A queue at the Singapore Pools branch in Lucky Plaza on June 19.

RWS’ casino licence renewed for only 2 years after tourism performance found ‘unsatisfactory’

The renewal will take effect from Feb 6, 2025.

News analysis

MBS’ ban on ex-top executive sparks debate over fairness of ‘unwelcome person’ notices at IR

The ban, which took effect on July 31, would mean Andrew MacDonald would not be able to enter areas.

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