🚨 Massive iGaming Arrests Surge in Nepal

Nepal has seen a dramatic increase in iGaming-related arrests, soaring to 147 in 2023/24—73 times higher than the numbers recorded in 2020/21. This spike follows the 2025 gambling ban in India, which has shifted offshore operator activities, primarily from Curacao, to Nepal. 💻 Prominent platforms like "K88", "IME88", and "JW8 Nepal" are gaining traction by using local influencers and banking promises of big wins. Despite an official ban, local banks are allegedly facilitating transactions for these operators. Santosh Sigdel of Digital Rights Nepal urges authorities to hold social media platforms accountable for allowing such prohibited content. 📲