Major UK bookmakers—including operators of Ladbrokes, William Hill, and Betfred—have been exposed for striking a financial agreement with Santeda, one of the world’s largest offshore casinos, despite their long-standing public warnings about the risks of illegal gambling markets. The revelation comes from the recent Casino Secrets data leak, which exposed thousands of confidential files from Curaçao’s gambling regulator, a known hub for offshore betting operations. The disclosure highlights a contradiction between the industry’s stance on illicit gambling and its own involvement in offshore partnerships. Full details of the arrangement and its implications are now available.
Content provider part-owned by Ladbrokes, William Hill and Betfred owner signed deal with Santeda network, Casino Secrets leak revealsThree UK bookmakers that have repeatedly warned of the dangers of the illicit market have also benefited from a lucrative deal with one of the world’s largest offshore casinos, the Guardian can reveal.Details of the arrangement emerged as a result of last week’s Casino Secrets leak, which saw the release of thousands of confidential files held by the gambling regulator on the Caribbean island of Curaçao, a haven for offshore betting sites. Continue reading...
