Key Highlights
- 242 illegal gambling websites were blocked on January 16, 2026.
- Total number of blocked sites now exceeds 7,800.
- The Online Gaming Act, which bans all real money gaming, came into force in October 2025.
- The crackdown aims to mitigate financial and social harm caused by illegal platforms.
- Critics argue that a total ban may lead to increased offshore and illegal gambling activities.
