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The Nevada Independent

Gambling has long been taboo in Islamic countries. Now, analysts see UAE as the next Vegas

The United Arab Emirates, a country where almost three-quarters of its population adheres to Islam - a religion that considers gambling a harmful activity - could one day surpass Las Vegas as one of the world's most lucrative casino markets. Despite a gaming ban throughout the Middle East, UAE is creating a gaming regulatory system allowing each of…

Land-based ・ 10 June 2024

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Why is Gambling not Allowed in Some Countries?

Gambling as a prominent recreational activity predates modern history. From horse racing in the 16th century right up to the online casinos that we use today, gambling remains a central part of British life. On the other hand, gambling is completely illegal in many countries, including Japan, United Arab Emirates, Singapore, and Cambodia. While…

Religion ・ 27 May 2024

New Age

Online gambling ringleader, 3 gang members arrested

Members of Rapid Action Battalion arrested four members of a gang including its ringleader for their involvement in online gambling centring the ongoing International Cricket Cup from Dhaka's Malibagh and Gazipur's Sreepur area on Monday night. The arrestees are ringleader Nishat Munna, 20, his cohorts Kamrul Islam Shuvo, 27, Sumon, 35, and Nazmul…

Incidents ・ 25 October 2023

The Business Standard

RAB arrests 4 members of online gambling racket

The Rapid Action Battalion (RAB) has arrested four members of an online gambling racket, including Nishat Munna, the ringleader who amassed Tk5 million through various online betting sites that were operated from abroad. The arrests took place in Gazipur's Sreepur upazila and Malibagh in the capital during a joint operation of the Rapid Action…

Incidents ・ 24 October 2023

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Digital gambling thru MFS rampant

Gambling on digital platforms has become rampant across the country amid the emergence of mobile financial services as an easy and primary tool to facilitate illicit transactions. Law enforcement agencies have arrested many MFS agents and distribution house officials in recent years for acting as online gambling agents and facilitating illegal…

Incidents ・ 26 September 2023

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Top Online Crypto Casinos In Dubai: Most Enticing Promotional Offers

Dubai, the city of gold, is known for its opulence, skyscrapers, and a lifestyle that screams luxury. It's a place where innovation meets tradition, and this fusion is evident in every aspect of life, including entertainment. While gambling is generally frowned upon in the UAE due to religious reasons, the advent of online crypto casinos has opened…

Crypto ・ 09 September 2023

Belfast Telegraph

Dubai may become ‘Las Vegas of the Middle East’

Travel ・ 05 September 2023

Vegas Inc

UAE creates federal authority for 'commercial gaming' as casino giants flock to nation

Monday, Sept. 4, 2023 | 10:38 a.m. DUBAI, United Arab Emirates - The United Arab Emirates has created a federal authority to potentially run a national lottery and what it describes as "commercial gaming," likely a sign that it is on the verge of allowing gambling as major casino operators flock to the Gulf Arab nation. The state-run WAM news…

Industry ・ 05 September 2023

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UAE creates federal authority for 'commercial gaming' as casino giants flock to Gulf Arab nation

DUBAI, United Arab Emirates -- The United Arab Emirates has created a federal authority to potentially run a national lottery and what it describes as "commercial gaming," likely a sign that it is on the verge of allowing gambling as major casino operators flock to the Gulf Arab nation. The state-run WAM news agency carried an announcement late…

Industry ・ 04 September 2023

New Age

Online casino kingpin Salim jailed for 8 years

Police produce online casino kingpin Salim Pradhan in Dhaka Special Judge Court-8 that sentenced him to eight years in jail on Sunday in a case filed by the Anti-Corruption Commission. - New Age photo The Dhaka Special Judge Court-8 on Sunday sentenced online casino kingpin Salim Pradhan to eight years of imprisonment-four years each on charges of…

Incidents ・ 01 May 2023

The Daily Star

Online gambling and money transaction: A question of legality in the context of Bangladesh

Online gambling has become a major crux spanning from metro areas to distant rural areas, with multiple syndicates comprised of local and foreign individuals leeching off crores of taka from the country. Online gambling has become a major crux spanning from metro areas to distant rural areas, with multiple syndicates comprised of local and foreign…

Law ・ 12 February 2023

The Jerusalem Post

How do online casino regulations look like in Arab countries

Want to gamble in Arab then this blog is a must-read for you. Every one of the Arab states is governed by its own unique set of laws. From a religious standpoint, it is safe to say that Muslims make up the vast majority of all Arab countries. Gambling is forbidden in Islam, and I would never advise someone to break the "laws" of their faith by…

Religion ・ 05 January 2023

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Dubai Authorities: The Emirate Won’t Legalize Gambling

Unfortunately for all gambling lovers, Dubai senior tourism official Issam Kazim stated that legalizing gambling in Dubai isn't something the Emirate has in its foreseeing plans. This statement follows after months of speculations in the public that the United Arab Emirates would be considering opening up to gambling to compete against Saudi…

Travel ・ 31 December 2022

New Age

6 Meherpur BCL men arrested for online gambling

A team of Detective Branch of police arrested six leaders and activists of the ruling Awami League-backed Bangladesh Chhatra League for their alleged involvement in online gambling in Uttarpara area of Gangni upazila in Meherpur early Wednesday. The arrested are Meherpur district BCL unit former vice-president Shahiduzzaman, the unit activists…

Incidents ・ 14 December 2022

Travel Daily News

Casinos in Malaysia worth visiting

ithout a current and legitimate gaming license, it is illegal to run any kind of gambling operation. With Covid-19 at bay, Malaysia's tourism is starting to boom again, and this is leading to an all-new growth in the concern around Malaysia's gambling industry along with rethinking tourism for a Post-Covid recovery. A look at Malaysia's gambling…

Payment Methods ・ 12 December 2022

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Gambling Prohibited in Qatar, Fans Be Warned!

Fans that have gone to watch the world cup in Qatar will have to be careful not to go against the law, as gambling is prohibited in Qatar, writes John Bamidele Located in the northeast part of Qatar boasts a well-developed economy largely driven by oil and natural gas exports. As of 2020, the country was home to 2.8 million people and generated a…

Religion ・ 30 November 2022

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Will the Arab world be next to legalise gambling?

The world of online gaming is undergoing a wave of changes as traditionally hostile markets consider legalisation. There has been much speculation about whether or not certain countries will become more receptive to gambling and sports betting in the near future, with this question set against the backdrop of a rapidly growing eSports industry, the…

Religion ・ 19 October 2022

Travel Daily News

What makes a good Malaysian gambling site

When picking an online gaming site you should make sure the site has a good range of opening hours. Gambling online in Malaysia is becoming quite popular among locals and especially tourists that visit. Malaysia is a country with complex and strict laws surrounding gambling, this could be due to the fact that many of Malaysia's residents practice…

Strategy Guide ・ 27 August 2022

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Learning How To Gamble Legally In Malaysia To Finding A Casino That Accepts Multiple Devices: Guide To Online Gambling In Malaysia

Malaysia is one of the world's most popular tourist destinations. Just like the beautiful scenery in the film prey, there are Beautiful beaches, interesting caves, ancient monuments, and the busy city of Kuala Lumpur can all be found in this Southeast Asian country. As a result, you might want to consider visiting Malaysia in the future. If you…

Strategy Guide ・ 14 August 2022

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Drake lost a million dollar bet on UFC 274 in Las Vegas

Aubrey Drake Graham, better known as Drake, a Canadian musician, had a night to forget when he lost almost $400000 at UFC 274. When the Footprint Center in Phoenix hosted the rematch between Justin Gaethje and Charles Oliveira, the singer, songwriter, record producer, and actor's betting instincts failed him once again. As a result of Gaethje's…

UFC / MMA ・ 09 May 2022

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3 members of an online gambling ring held in Dhaka

Last modified: 23 February, 2022, 04:07 pm A special team of the Detective Branch (DB) under Dhaka Metropolitan Police (DMP) of police has arrested three members of an online gambling gang from Dhaka. Md Tariqul Islam alias Babu, Rana Hamid and Md Sumon Mia were nabbed from the capital's Khilkhet area on Saturday. The trio has already been placed…

Religion ・ 23 February 2022

Urban Matter

What Did The Gambling of Our Ancestors Look Like?

Gambling is one of the oldest recreational activities in the world. The evidence of the activity is seen in ancient writings and playing items have been found in tombs and other places. Gambling was not perceived as a recreational activity back then, it was so important that people had to be curtailed from randomly practicing it. Our ancestors had…

Religion ・ 09 February 2022

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Casino giant Wynn to open a 1,000-room resort in UAE emirate introducing legal 'gaming'

DUBAI, United Arab Emirates - American casino developer Wynn Resorts has set its sights on a new market, and one that has never before allowed gambling: the United Arab Emirates. The Nevada-based casino giant on Tuesday announced a multibillion-dollar deal with the UAE emirate of Ras al-Khaimah that will see it open a 1000-room luxury hotel with 10…

Religion ・ 27 January 2022

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UAE: Ras al-Khaimah inks deal with casino giant Wynn Resorts

Casino giant announces multibillion-dollar deal with the emirate that will see a luxury hotel with a'gaming' area. Hotel and casino operator Wynn Resorts has said it will build a luxury resort in Ras al-Khaimah, the United Arab Emirates, with a "gaming area". On Tuesday, the Nevada-based casino giant announced a multibillion-dollar deal with the…

Travel ・ 26 January 2022

Ahram Online

Casino operator to develop 'gaming' resort in UAE

A US-based casino operator on Tuesday announced plans to develop a multi-billion-dollar resort off the coast of the United Arab Emirates, a Muslim state in the Gulf where gambling is prohibited. Wynn Resorts, along with UAE property developer Marjan, said in a statement that an "integrated resort", including "gaming facilities", will be set up on…

Religion ・ 25 January 2022

MENAFN

Is Online Gambling Legal in Saudi Arabia?

Saudi Arabia is not exactly the friendliest of environments when it comes to online gambling. Since this is the Middle East, this hardly comes as a surprise. There is, however, a beacon of light; with the proper knowledge, you can gamble online in the region without invoking the ire of the local authorities, and we're going to show you how. The…

Religion ・ 14 January 2022

Adotas

The latest group commit Ga-Ga over casinos on the internet may be the Arabs!

The latest group commit Ga-Ga over casinos on the internet may be the Arabs! Online casinos have already been on an increase for more than ten years now. Recently, we come across a significant increase in Arab gambling enterprises. I often ponder if cultural barriers were playing an adverse part for the rise of web based casinos in Arabic. Join me…

Mobile ・ 20 December 2021

IGN Southeast Asia

Malaysian Mufti Says Spending Real Money On In-Game Loot Boxes Is Haram

The act of purchasing and opening in-game loot boxes using real money is not permissible in Islam (haram) as it is akin to gambling, said the Malaysian Federal Territories Mufti's Office today. In a statement issued on its official, the mufti's office said loot boxes in video games are a zero-sum game, whereby the type of rewards obtained by…

Religion ・ 15 October 2021

MENAFN

Casinos in the Arab Emirates

The United Arab Emirates is a monarchy in the Middle East consisting of seven states: Umm al-Quwain, Sharjah, Abu Dhabi, Ajman, Dubai, Fujairah, and Ras al-Khaimah. Unfortunately, casino gaming is strictly forbidden within the UAE borders, and so is any form of gambling advertisements. Not to worry, though; you don't have to go to the Las Vegas…

Religion ・ 05 September 2021

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The Word of God: What the Bible says about gambling

Most present-day gamblers are fond of online casino games ( $10 deposit casino, for instance) and do not mind the depravity of their way of entertainment on the Internet. But some standing players or first-comers are interested in the viewpoint presented in the Bible related to the games of luck. It is worth noting that gambling is our reality that…

Religion ・ 27 August 2021

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Online gambling platform criticised for 'inappropriate' Raya ad, police to investigate

Online gambling platform GDBet333 has come under fire in Malaysia, after it released an ad that encouraged Muslims to gamble so they can win some money and celebrate Hari Raya. The ad, which was said to be first uploaded on the company's YouTube channel, featured a cheerful song with lyrics that promotes gambling via GDBet333's platform. The…

Industry ・ 07 May 2021