Gambling advertising faces a new crackdown on the UK arm of the world’s biggest social networking site. Facebook UK said yesterday it would be taking steps to remove all forms of gambling advertising including online casino, bingo, sportsbook and poker ads. Industry insiders fear it could eventually lead to a host of facebook pages belonging [...]

A Malaysian government spokesman has given internet cafes a month to stop illegal gambling activities — or else! Nga Kor Ming, Education, Local Government, Housing and Public Transport Committee chairman for the state of Perak, said the cafes were acting like a magnet for children. Child’s Play “We’re not saying all cybercafés are operating like [...]

Ireland plans to get tough with casino owners in a bid to crack down on money-laundering scams. Applicants for new licenses will undergo in-depth criminal and financial background, if new proposals get the go-ahead. Their business dealings and tax history will also be put under the microscope as part of a drive to stop criminals from [...]