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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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KONAMI enters the UAE gambling industry, obtains a license but is criticized by players and trends on social media: the youth gaming giant has completely "changed"

KONAMI enters the UAE gambling industry, obtains a license but is criticized by players and trends on social media: the youth gaming giant has completely "changed"

Japanese renowned gaming company KONAMI recently announced that it has successfully obtained a gaming-related supplier license from the General Commercial Gambling Regulatory Authority (GCGRA) of the UAE, becoming one of the first 14 companies to enter the UAE gambling market. The news immediately c

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Light & Wonder obtains land-based and iGaming supplier licenses in UAE, entering new regulated markets.

Light & Wonder obtains land-based and iGaming supplier licenses in UAE, entering new regulated markets.

Light & Wonder has successfully obtained a supplier license from the General Commercial Gambling Regulatory Authority (GCGRA) of the UAE, becoming one of the first suppliers to enter the regulated gambling market in the region. This license covers land-based electronic gaming machines, table games,

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Dubai is about to become the next Northern Myanmar? Three major cyber fraud armies gather in the Middle East's "City of Gold". Why has wealthy Dubai become a hub for cyber fraud parks? (Part 2)
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Dubai is about to become the next Northern Myanmar? Three major cyber fraud armies gather in the Middle East's "City of Gold". Why has wealthy Dubai become a hub for cyber fraud parks? (Part 2)

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Dubai is about to become the next Northern Myanmar? Three major cyber fraud armies gather in the Middle East's "City of Gold". Why would Dubai, rich in oil wealth, become a hub for cyber fraud parks? (Part 2)
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Dubai is about to become the next Northern Myanmar? Three major cyber fraud armies gather in the Middle East's "City of Gold". Why would Dubai, rich in oil wealth, become a hub for cyber fraud parks? (Part 2)

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Dubai is about to become the next Northern Myanmar? Three major cyber fraud armies gather in the Middle East's "City of Gold". Why has wealthy Dubai become a hub for cyber fraud parks? (Part 1)
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Dubai is about to become the next Northern Myanmar? Three major cyber fraud armies gather in the Middle East's "City of Gold". Why has wealthy Dubai become a hub for cyber fraud parks? (Part 1)

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Pledge cryptocurrency to obtain a 10-year visa, UAE launches new "on-chain immigration" model.

Pledge cryptocurrency to obtain a 10-year visa, UAE launches new "on-chain immigration" model.

The UAE government has recently launched a new long-term residency policy that directly binds crypto assets with identity rights. According to the new regulations, applicants only need to pledge TON coins (a cryptocurrency issued by Telegram's blockchain project) worth no less than $100,000 and pay

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Why do UAE players favor cryptocurrency casinos? Are cryptocurrency casinos the future of online gambling?
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Why do UAE players favor cryptocurrency casinos? Are cryptocurrency casinos the future of online gambling?

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UAE Advances into Global Gambling Hub: Robust Regulatory System, Online Casinos Rapidly Emerging

UAE Advances into Global Gambling Hub: Robust Regulatory System, Online Casinos Rapidly Emerging

The gambling industry in the UAE is rapidly rising, becoming one of the most vibrant online casino markets in the Middle East. With societal attitude shifts and government guidance, gambling has transformed from a "forbidden zone" to a regulated industry, where regulatory systems are key to its succ

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UAE Online Gambling Payment New Trend: Is PayPal the Best Payment Method for UAE Online Casinos?
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UAE Online Gambling Payment New Trend: Is PayPal the Best Payment Method for UAE Online Casinos?

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Lottery.com acquires UAE Dubai sports incubator Nook, aggressively advancing the global layout of Sports.com

Lottery.com acquires UAE Dubai sports incubator Nook, aggressively advancing the global layout of Sports.com

Lottery.com is accelerating its global expansion strategy, having signed a revised stock purchase agreement to acquire 90% of the shares of UAE-based sports and wellness startup incubator Nook Holdings for $2.5 million in cash. The transaction is expected to be completed by June 30, 2025.Nook, locat

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The first casino in the UAE is set! Is online gambling legalization on its way?
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The first casino in the UAE is set! Is online gambling legalization on its way?

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The UAE Lottery has reached a multi-year cooperation agreement with EQL Games to enrich the iLottery digital content ecosystem.

The UAE Lottery has reached a multi-year cooperation agreement with EQL Games to enrich the iLottery digital content ecosystem.

EQL will offer third-party and original games through its iLottery Marketplace, with the first games launched, "Marble Run" and "Lucky Lagoon," developed by Random State.Emirates Draw has signed a multi-year cooperation agreement with the American interactive lottery content provider EQL Games, leve

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Fennica Gaming obtains a gambling supply license in the UAE, expanding its global footprint further.

Fennica Gaming obtains a gambling supply license in the UAE, expanding its global footprint further.

Fennica Gaming, a subsidiary of Veikkaus, has recently obtained a gaming supplier license from the UAE Commercial Gambling Regulatory Authority (GCGRA), allowing it to provide its "Gaming as a Service" products to licensed operators within the UAE, further consolidating its global expansion strategy

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GCGRA License Full Disassembly: How to Devour Competitors' Market with a "Legal Facade"?
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GCGRA License Full Disassembly: How to Devour Competitors' Market with a "Legal Facade"?

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GCGRA's new regulations shock the world! UAE's gambling industry officially sets sail!
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GCGRA's new regulations shock the world! UAE's gambling industry officially sets sail!

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Scientific Games obtains supplier license in UAE, adding a heavyweight player to the Middle Eastern gambling market.

Scientific Games obtains supplier license in UAE, adding a heavyweight player to the Middle Eastern gambling market.

The globally renowned gaming technology company Scientific Games has recently obtained a gaming supplier license from the regulatory authorities in the UAE, officially entering the emerging gaming market in the Middle East and becoming another international brand to enter the UAE following Aristocra

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