Tag: Online Gambling
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DraftKings Bets Big on Prediction Markets with New App DraftKings Predictions
DraftKings Expands Beyond Traditional Sports Betting DraftKings Inc. is broadening its footprint in the everyday betting landscape with a new app designed to let customers trade contracts on sports and financial events. The launch of DraftKings Predictions marks the company’s first major push into prediction markets, a format where participants can buy and sell contracts…
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Thailand Extradites Chinese Suspect in Illegal Gambling Network to Beijing
Cross-Border Crime and Cooperation Thailand has extradited a Chinese national, accused by Beijing of operating a vast illegal online gambling network spanning more than 200 online gambling operations. The case underscores the tightening cooperation between Thailand and China in tackling cross-border crime, including illicit online gambling that often targets residents in both countries. From Courtroom…
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Britain’s Gamble: Why Raising Gambling Taxes Could Mirror a Dutch Disaster
Introduction: Tax reform in a high-stakes market As Britain weighs reforms to the gambling tax regime, culture secretary Lisa Nandy has signaled that the government is coordinating with the Treasury to avoid unintended consequences. The issue is simple in appearance but complex in practice: tax policy can shape consumer behavior, industry investment, and public health…
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Australia’s Online Gambling Reforms, HECS Debt Relief, and Telecom Readiness: A 2025 Political Snapshot
Introduction: a year of policy momentum across online gambling, student debt, and disaster readiness Australia is navigating a wave of policy actions that touch everyday life—from protecting consumers in online gambling to lightening the load on graduates with HECS debt, and ensuring reliable emergency services ahead of bushfire season. With Communications Minister Anika Wells signaling…
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The Risk of Betting Through Intermediaries: Legal Consequences
Understanding the Dangers of Betting Through Intermediaries In today’s internet-driven world, online betting has become increasingly popular. However, with this trend comes a darker side—many individuals are turning to intermediaries or “bulvaner” to place bets, often unaware of the legal ramifications. Recent cases in Sweden, involving a 32-year-old man from Gothenburg, highlight the potential dangers…