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  1. South Korean police bust KRW60bn gambling ring using fake YouTube wins

    Authorities arrested 12 suspects after uncovering a scheme that allegedly manipulated livestreams and viewer counts to recruit gamblers.

    24 Aug 2026 · 2 min read · By Keih Ma
  2. Kangwon Land advances AI-driven gambling harm prevention

    Research initiative highlights growing focus on data-driven player protection in South Korea.

    21 Aug 2026 · 2 min read · By Keih Ma
  3. Grand Korea Leisure completes 2026 recruitment with 58 successful candidates

    GKL has selected 58 new employees following a recruitment process that attracted nearly 1,500 applicants.

    19 Aug 2026 · 1 min read · By Keih Ma
  4. South Korea to block Polymarket over illegal gambling concerns

    Authorities have ordered internet providers to block access to the prediction market platform, saying it facilitates illegal gambling under Korean law.

    19 Aug 2026 · 2 min read · By Keih Ma
  5. 58 arrested as gang impersonates Kangwon Land in $55m scam

    The group used deepfake videos and counterfeit branding to lure more than 40,000 users to an illegal gambling site.

    17 Aug 2026 · 2 min read · By Keih Ma
  6. JBetConstruct AI Unveils Its New Commercial Offer: The Purest Sportsbook

    BetConstruct AI has launched The Purest Sportsbook, offering discounts and fee waivers for operators.

    14 Aug 2026 · 1 min read · By Marieta Lezaic
  7. Korea: Esports star-backed campaign drives teen gambling self-reports

    More than 800 teenagers have voluntarily reported their gambling involvement as authorities expand prevention and education efforts.

    14 Aug 2026 · 2 min read · By Keih Ma
  8. GKL approves dividend, extends Gangnam Coex casino lease through 2035

    The South Korean casino operator has approved an interim cash dividend and secured a long-term lease extension for its flagship Seoul property.

    12 Aug 2026 · 2 min read · By Keih Ma
  9. Shin Hwa World expects H1 net loss to fall up to 75%

    Revenue growth at Jeju Shinhwa World contributed to the expected improvement, following weaker gaming performance during 2025.

    11 Aug 2026 · 2 min read · By Shaan Khan
  10. South Korea considers military self-reporting program to tackle illegal gambling

    Defense Ministry is weighing reduced penalties and treatment support to encourage service members to seek help.

    6 Aug 2026 · 2 min read · By Keih Ma