The Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC) removed 457,562 gambling-related posts and adverts between January 2025 and May 2026, and internet service providers blocked 1,778 offshore gambling sites, according to a report by Bright Side of News.
Context
The report also describes a World Cup betting syndicate dismantled by Kuala Lumpur police on 10 July 2026, with 11 arrests and cryptocurrency seized. Police separately reported a nationwide operation in November 2026 in which 282 people were arrested.
What it means for players
Blocked sites often reappear under new names and promote themselves through social media and messaging apps. Apps distributed this way are not checked by Google Play and are a common source of scams and malware. See our guides on online casino apps and ‘free credit’ offers before installing any of them.
Source: Bright Side of News.
