Welcome to our weekly digest, where we have collected the hottest and most important news from the world of online casinos, sports betting and gambling. Let's get started!
1. Spam boom from online casinos in Russia: what's happening?
In January 2025, there was a sharp increase in spam messages related to online casino advertising. According to Mail.ru Mail, the number of such letters increased by 36% compared to December. These messages often contain links to suspicious sites that may be harmful to your data.
How to protect yourself:
- Never click on dubious links in email.
- Use reliable antivirus programs.
- If you are interested in legal online casinos, choose only proven platforms.
2. Legalization of gambling in Uzbekistan: a new stage of development
From January 1, 2025, the activities of online casinos, bookmakers and other gambling platforms are officially permitted in Uzbekistan. The new law is aimed at developing the entertainment industry, attracting investment and creating jobs.
What does this mean for players:
- The emergence of new platforms with localization in the Uzbek language is expected.
- State mechanisms will appear to protect the interests of players.
- The industry will operate under strict controls, ensuring safety.
3. Record attendance at casinos in Russia during the holidays
The January holidays of 2025 became a real triumph for Russian gambling zones. For example:
- Krasnaya Polyana hosted 37,602 guests, which is 1.8% more than a year ago.
- Tigre de Cristal increased attendance by 33%, serving 14,986 guests.
- Casino Sobranie showed an increase of 40.3%, welcoming 9,509 people.
Conclusion: The popularity of gambling zones in Russia is growing, and players are actively choosing live games and the atmosphere of offline casinos.
4. New laws on gambling: what are they discussing in the State Duma?
The Russian State Duma Committee has sent for revision a bill on criminal liability for advertising illegal online casinos. The main reason is non-compliance with legal requirements.
Why is this important:
- The law is aimed at combating the gray market of gambling.
- This is a step towards creating transparent conditions for players and operators.
5. Sports betting: who is the favorite in the Manchester United - Brighton match?
On January 19, 2025, the English Premier League match between Manchester United and Brighton will take place . According to bookmakers' forecasts:
- Manchester United's victory is estimated at odds of 2.08 (47% probability).
- Brighton win - odds 3.50 (28%).
- Draw - odds 3.90 (25%).
Advice to players: Before betting, analyze the team statistics, the current form of the players and the weather on the day of the match.
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