Russia’s Crackdown on Online Gambling The Impact on Players and Operators

    Russia has recently intensified its crackdown on illegal online gambling operations, targeting both domestic and international operators who serve Russian players. The government has implemented stricter regulations, including blocking access to unlicensed gambling sites and introducing harsher penalties for operators who break the law.

    While these measures aim to protect Russian citizens from unregulated and potentially harmful gambling, they have also led to a rise in underground gambling networks and illegal platforms. Many players now use VPNs and cryptocurrency to bypass these restrictions and access international gambling sites.

    The Russian government’s challenge will be to balance the need for regulation with the reality that players are still seeking ways to engage in online gambling.