Singaporean authorities have restricted access to more than 600 online gaming platforms during the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Regulators simultaneously halted approximately 7,000 financial transactions linked to these services.
Regulatory Measures
The intervention targets iGaming operators attempting to process bets and player funds without proper authorization during the tournament. Officials identified the platforms through payment network monitoring and cross-referenced them with active user accounts. The action aims to maintain compliance with local gambling legislation throughout the championship period.Financial operations connected to the restricted sites were suspended to prevent unauthorized fund movements. The halted transactions cover player deposits, withdrawal requests, and promotional credit distributions. Authorities will review the licensing status of each platform before determining whether to restore access or maintain the restrictions.