Kazakhstan: Illegal online poker network uncovered with $1.2m turnover
The illegal platform was based on Texas Hold’em and generated revenue through 3% to 5% commission model.
The illegal platform was based on Texas Hold’em and generated revenue through 3% to 5% commission model.
The group operated no fewer than five online gambling platforms, including several that had once been licensed but remained active even after those licences were revoked.
Police uncover clandestine call center used for scams, with links to illegal raffles and betting-related fraud networks.
Authorities intensify crackdown on unlicensed operators, combining site blocks, app removals and financial disruption measures.
Industry bodies and legal experts support Government move, citing risks of illegal activity, unfair competition and lack of consumer safeguards
Several operators are included in the review, namely CoinToss, Kaprifol, Mr Green and Mr Vegas.
By educating local politicians, the regulator hopes to improve the response against unauthorized operations around the country.
Kazakhstan will limit access to casinos, slot machine halls and betting venues in several regions to foreign nationals only from 17 May.
Government says campaign targets entire criminal networks through arrests and tougher legislation.
Authorities said the unlicensed platforms lacked age verification systems and in some cases, failed to pay out winnings, as Argentina faces growing scrutiny over youth exposure to offshore betting sites.