When legal betting loses, illegal betting wins

MALAYSIA has a curious contradiction when it comes to gambling. On the one hand, the government licenses and regulates legal number forecast operators (NFOs) such as Sports Toto Bhd and Magnum Bhd.

These companies operate within a legal framework, pay huge taxes and duties, employ thousands of people, support community works including sports development and are subject to regulatory controls.

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Shared identity: Our national flag is a reminder that despite our differences in race, religion, language, politics and background, we belong to the same nation. — Bernama THE National Day is a time when we come together in unity but […] Continue Reading

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When legal betting loses, illegal betting wins

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MALAYSIA has a curious contradiction when it comes to gambling. On the one hand, the government licenses and regulates legal number forecast operators (NFOs) such as Sports Toto Bhd and Magnum Bhd. These companies operate within a legal framework, pay […] Continue Reading

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