Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board Issues $50K Fine Over Self-Excluded Gambling Violations
South Korea's NGCC reports a rise in illegal online gambling incidents nationwide. The commission emphasizes increasing concerns about the accessibility and prevalence of unauthorized gambling platforms.
Texas authorities raided an illegal quarter-horse racetrack near Levelland, arresting multiple individuals including a track announcer and jockey. The operation uncovered illegal gambling devices and performance-enhancing drugs.
Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board fined a casino $50,000 for allowing self-excluded players to gamble, highlighting strict enforcement of responsible gaming regulations.
Former MGM Grand president faces potential 5-year prison sentence for illegal gambling activities, while professional poker player Damien LeForbes agreed to a plea deal in California federal court, facing up to 15 years in prison.
The Philippines has banned the $3B POGO (Philippine Offshore Gaming Operator) industry amid concerns about illegal activities and regulatory violations.
Recent enforcement actions include:
- Connecticut raid seizing 7 gaming machines and $5,000
- Thailand authorities arrested hundreds in Euro 2024 betting crackdown
- Multiple gambling raids in San Diego and Michigan
- High 5 Social Casino ruled illegal in Washington state, required to reimburse players
German soccer officials are investigating claims of match-fixing information being sold on the dark web, while European soccer sponsorship has been linked to a technology crime network involved in human trafficking.
State-specific actions:
- Kentucky Attorney General declares no-chance games illegal under skill game ban
- Alabama reports disappeared illegal gaming machines resurfacing in new bingo hall
- Florida gambling den owner seeks return of confiscated $142,000
- Ohio skill game operator sentenced to 30 years for illegal gambling and tax evasion
Offshore operator Bovada faces multiple state actions:
- Fined $50,000 in Tennessee (unlikely to pay)
- Warned by Michigan and Connecticut authorities
Two defendants pleaded guilty in $150M Allied Wallets fraud case, while New York State illegal betting ringleaders connected to a corrupt police officer received sentencing.
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