MLB's Most Bandwagon Fans: Who Jumps Ship When Teams Struggle?
1 min read
CasinoNovember 8, 2026·1 min read
Billion-Dollar Gambling Ring Busted After Boss's Kidnapping
The boss of a billion-dollar illegal gambling operation was kidnapped in Malaysia. The kidnappers demanded a $10 million ransom in cryptocurrency. Malaysian police rescued the man after the kidnappers received $3 million.
Officers later arrested the man after discovering that he was wanted for organizing an illegal gambling operation that generated almost $2 billion. The operation allegedly spread to Malaysia and the United Arab Emirates. Beyond the ringleader, police also arrested 43 suspected members of the international gambling ring.
The syndicate allowed users to wager on sports, baccarat, and slots. The operation allegedly hired university professors and corporate IT workers. The manager of the UAE side of the business used a private jet to take others in the operation to the FIFA World Cup in Qatar in 2022.
#Malaysia Gambling#Malaysia Gambling Scams#UAE South Korea Gambling#South Korea Crypto Gambling#Malaysia Online Gambling Scams
Share this article
By
Argus RivenI've spent years at the tables — cash and tournaments — and just as long shaping poker copy behind the scenes: room reviews, bonus fine print, tournament notes. At PokerInsider I write the way I wish more sites would: clear structure, honest trade-offs, no hype. Whether you're new or already grinding, I care about what the offer actually costs you — rake, variance, and the fine print — and I treat responsible play as part of the job, not a footnote.
♠More in Casino
SiGMA World 2026: Star-Studded Lineup in Rome
1 min read
Illegal Gambling Den Busted in Texas, Industry Moves and Changes Announced
1 min read
←All Articles♠ PokerInsider