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Japan Urges Nations to Curb Online Gambling Access

6/17/2025

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Japan is taking a firm stand against online gambling, urging eight nations to restrict access to licensed casinos for its citizens. With over 3 million Japanese reportedly engaging in online betting, racking up an astonishing 1.24 trillion yen annually, the government is determined to tighten regulations and target payment agents that facilitate these illegal activities.

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Story summary

Japan is taking a firm stand against online gambling, urging eight nations to restrict access to licensed casinos for its citizens. With over 3 million Japanese reportedly engaging in online betting, racking up an astonishing 1.24 trillion yen annually, the government is determined to tighten regulations and target payment agents that facilitate these illegal activities.