Authorities to crack down on illegal and problem gambling during World Cup

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As football fans gear up for the impending World Cup in Qatar, the authorities are stepping up their efforts to curb illegal and problem gambling for the duration of the tournament, which runs from Nov 20 to Dec 18. In a joint media statement on Thursday, the Ministry of...

So far, the Gambling Regulatory Authority has blocked about 1,200 remote gambling sites, as well as $33 million in payments linked to remote gambling services. It also froze 250 bank accounts.

As part of the campaign, a video will be screened before and after World Cup matches to highlight the issue. Mr Sim Gim Guan, chairman of the National Council on Problem Gambling, said: “The World Cup is a major sporting event that should be enjoyed without the fear of gambling debts. Various public service announcements on illegal betting will be carried on television, social media and at public places.

 

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