Kazakhstan has formed a new Gambling Business and Lottery Regulation Committee to address growing concerns about gambling addiction and ensure responsible gaming practices. The committee will oversee the industry, collect data, and implement regulations to protect users and create a more transparent environment for both residents and tourists.
A Chinese man, Zhang, was sentenced to 11.5 years in prison for defrauding his girlfriend, Huang, of 2.6 million yuan (about ₹3 crore) by pretending to be a doctor at a prestigious hospital. Zhang, a former hotel worker, fabricated his identity over a six-year relationship, exploiting Huang’s trust and love to fund his gambling addiction.
California may not have legalized online or sports betting, but it still ranks among the top 10 most gambling-addicted states in the US, according to WalletHub. The study analyzed 20 key metrics, including the presence of illegal gambling operations, lottery sales per capita, and the share of adults with gambling disorders. California ranked 11th overall, placing in the top 10 for Gambling Problem and Treatment Rank (7th) and Gambling-Related Arrests Per Capita (8th).
In 2018, the Supreme Court struck down the federal ban on sports betting, leading to a surge in legal wagering across the United States. While betting companies portray themselves as harmless fun, the ubiquity of their advertisements and the use of risk-free promotional offers have lured many into a dangerous game. Studies have shown that young men are particularly vulnerable to developing gambling addictions, and the industry actively targets them with aggressive marketing campaigns. Despite the risks, state governments continue to legalize betting in an effort to boost tax revenue. Experts argue that targeted regulation is needed to balance the interests of bettors with the potential social costs of widespread gambling.
