The Central Bank of the Republic of Turkey (TCMB) has confirmed that the licences held by Pay Fix and Aypara have been suspended amid investigations into illegal gambling. Media reports have emerged over the past few days stating that Erkan Kork, the Chair of Pay Fix, had been arrested along with some other significant people involved with the firm. The …
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The Dutch gaming regulator, the Kansspelautoriteit (KSA), is concerned about the number of young people using Telegram-based betting tipster platform Analyse Master. Analyse Master operated a channel on the encrypted social media messaging platform Telegram, which was used to distribute betting tips and provide references to various Dutch licensed betting operators. Significantly for the wider Dutch regulated industry, no violations …
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The arrest and investigation of Pavel Valeryevich Durov, CEO of encrypted social media and messaging platform Telegram, has spiralled concerns related to the promotion of unlicensed crypto gambling websites. Durov was arrested on the tarmac of a Paris airport this saturday by French authorities, largely due to concerns about moderation of illicit commerce and harmful content displayed on Telegram’s platform, …
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The Turkish government has threatened to ban social media and messaging app Telegram, according to local media reports. Takvim, a widely cited Turkish daily newspaper, reports that Turkish authorities are concerned about criminal activity on the platform. Turkey is particularly worried about the use of Telegram for drug dealing, facilitating prostitution, and promoting illegal gambling website and offers. Users often …
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SBC’s Affiliate Leaders recently engaged in a discussion with Leanne Muleba, Chief Operating Officer of Matching Visions, in anticipation of her upcoming role as a speaker at the CasinoBeats Summit in May. Muleba delved into the mechanics of affiliate networks, underscoring their advantages for both smaller to medium-sized affiliates and well-established industry players. Muleba advocates alternative strategies for traffic monetisation …
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BetConstruct has launched a new product designed to operate within the Telegram app called iGaming Bot. The technology and services provider has stated that iGaming Bot “redefines the way players interact with online gaming platforms” as it combines convenience and entertainment into a single platform. Through the product, igaming functions are integrated directly into Telegram to provide a “streamlined and …
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