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The online gambling market in the UAE is considered illegal due to strict Islamic laws, but with technological advancements and the influence of international platforms, there still exists a potential underground market and the possibility of future liberalization.

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Sudan cuts ties with the UAE, preventing Sudanese people from accessing UAE online gambling platforms.

Sudan cuts ties with the UAE, preventing Sudanese people from accessing UAE online gambling platforms.

The Sudanese government announced the severance of diplomatic relations with the United Arab Emirates (UAE), accusing it of supporting the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF) within Sudan. This diplomatic rupture not only exacerbates the conflict within Sudan but may also indirectly impact the o

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New Jersey and the UAE sign a gambling regulatory cooperation agreement, focusing on cybersecurity and consumer protection.

New Jersey and the UAE sign a gambling regulatory cooperation agreement, focusing on cybersecurity and consumer protection.

As part of New Jersey's economic mission to the Gulf Arab states, the New Jersey Division of Gaming Enforcement (DGE) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the United Arab Emirates Commercial Gaming Regulatory Authority (GCGRA).The agreement, driven by the "Choose New Jersey" organizat

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2027 UAE Gambling Industry Major Reform? Emerging Trends May Disrupt Traditional Patterns!
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2027 UAE Gambling Industry Major Reform? Emerging Trends May Disrupt Traditional Patterns!

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BMM Testlabs has received official approval from GCGRA to test and certify gambling products in the UAE.

BMM Testlabs has received official approval from GCGRA to test and certify gambling products in the UAE.

BMM Testlabs has announced that it has been approved by the UAE Commercial Gambling Regulatory Authority (GCGRA) to begin testing and certifying lottery products for the newly established United Arab Emirates (UAE). BMM Testlabs will leverage its experience in gaming and penetration testing, as well

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UAE accelerates market opening! Supplier license approval volume increases by 47% month-on-month.

UAE accelerates market opening! Supplier license approval volume increases by 47% month-on-month.

The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has issued new supplier licenses to EQL Games and Novomatic, while the national lottery operator has partnered with Xpoint to provide geolocation services.The UAE Gambling Regulatory Authority (GCGRA) recently issued additional UAE supplier licenses, including a commer

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UAE makes a big move in the gaming industry! Novomatic obtains official license, expanding its global footprint further!
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UAE makes a big move in the gaming industry! Novomatic obtains official license, expanding its global footprint further!

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Novomatic obtains UAE gaming supplier license, becoming the third supplier to enter the country.

Novomatic obtains UAE gaming supplier license, becoming the third supplier to enter the country.

The United Arab Emirates Gaming Control Board (GCGRA) has announced the issuance of an official gaming supplier license to Novomatic, making it one of the first suppliers to enter the market. With this development, Novomatic's newly acquired UAE Class A license will allow it to distribute its physic

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UAE Digital Security Agency: Social Media Recruitment Scams Continue to Rise

UAE Digital Security Agency: Social Media Recruitment Scams Continue to Rise

The UAE Ministry of Interior's Digital Security Department recently issued a warning about a surge in fraudulent job postings on social media platforms. Scammers exploit job seekers' desire for high-paying jobs, deceiving them and leading to the leakage of personal property and identity information

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During the slowdown of license approvals, Wynn is poised to expand its market advantage in the UAE.

During the slowdown of license approvals, Wynn is poised to expand its market advantage in the UAE.

According to the latest analysis by CBRE, the process of issuing casino and integrated resort licenses in the UAE seems to have slowed down, which makes the leading advantage of Wynn Resorts in the local market more valuable. In the "Las Vegas Executive" report released by CBRE last night, the

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The UAE lottery has added four new scratch card games with prizes up to 1 million dirhams.

The UAE lottery has added four new scratch card games with prizes up to 1 million dirhams.

The UAE Lottery has launched four new online scratch card games, offering players more ways to try their luck at instant wins.These games have different entry points, and the new games include "Karak Kash", "Fortune Festival", "Golden Dynasty", and "Mission Million".While these games are designed to

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Halal Sportsbook Founder Wants to Add MMA & Esports Markets

Halal Sportsbook Founder Wants to Add MMA & Esports Markets

Halal Sportsbook Founder Wants to Add MMA & Esports MarketsZaid Abu Soud, former MMA organizer and founder of a Halal sportsbook is looking to expand his app to include many new sports. The innovative app currently allows fans to predict the outcomes of soccer games without violating Shariah but

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Deeply original, looking globally: POGO big cake, who can take it away?

Deeply original, looking globally: POGO big cake, who can take it away?

BackgroundThe Philippine government once implemented the Philippine Offshore Gaming Operators (POGO) policy, allowing domestically licensed companies to operate online gambling businesses targeting overseas markets (mainly China). This model flourished during Duterte's administration, forming concen

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The size of the UAE gambling market reaches 18 billion dirhams: Casino operator Wynn responds to competition concerns.

The size of the UAE gambling market reaches 18 billion dirhams: Casino operator Wynn responds to competition concerns.

Craig Billing, CEO of Wynn Resorts, is confident in the potential of the UAE gaming market and predicts that it could reach a size of $3 billion to $5 billion (11 billion to 18.35 billion dirhams) over time.During the company's Q4 earnings call, Billings emphasized that the UAE is the most exciting

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Depth: General Kim Takes Action, North Korean Hacker Group Steals $1.5 Billion in ETH

Depth: General Kim Takes Action, North Korean Hacker Group Steals $1.5 Billion in ETH

The story begins with a member of the hacker squad, Park Jin-hyuk. As a core member of the ace squad, Park Jin-hyuk has an outstanding record.Park Jin-hyuk (formerly known as Park Kwang-jin), FBI's most wanted, graduated from North Korea's top academic institution, employed by Chosun Expo company, w

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Analysts stand pat on Light & Wonder

Analysts stand pat on Light & Wonder

Wall Street stock analysts werenโ€™t displeased with Light & Wonderโ€™s fourth-quarter numbers. Neither did they alter ratings or raise price targets.Deutsche Bankโ€™s Carlo Santarelli stayed with a Hold rating and $89 per share price target, well below the $101.63 per share at which Light & Wonde

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The download volume of cryptocurrency applications in the UAE surged by 41%, reaching 15 million times.

The download volume of cryptocurrency applications in the UAE surged by 41%, reaching 15 million times.

Recently, AppsFlyer analyzed 49 cryptocurrency applications.The results show that in 2024, the download volume of cryptocurrency applications in the UAE increased by 41% year-on-year, reaching a total of 15 million downloads.In the fourth quarter of 2024, the monthly download volume exceeded 1 milli

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