Illegal Betting Combat Meeting Held at Çankaya Mansion

A meeting on combating illegal betting was held at Çankaya Mansion with the participation of Minister of Youth and Sports Osman Aşkın Bak and representatives of relevant institutions and ministries.

Participants of the Meeting at Çankaya Mansion

The critical meeting held at Çankaya Mansion was attended by Minister of Youth and Sports Osman Aşkın Bak, Deputy Chairman of the Presidential Legal Policies Board Mehmet Uçum, and representatives from various institutions and ministries.

Operation of the Legal Spor Toto System

The legal system operated through Spor Toto was introduced at the meeting. Minister Bak explained the functioning within the legal system and stated that the revenues obtained from this area are directly put to the service of the youth.

Effects of Illegal Betting on Youth

Underlining that illegal betting negatively affects the development of youth, Minister Bak emphasized that these activities carry no social responsibility and definitely do not serve the public interest.

Dangers on Illegal Betting Sites

Attention was drawn to the fact that there is no under-18 verification on illegal betting platforms. In addition, important findings were shared regarding the fact that games are played on credit cards and in exchange for debt in these systems.

Inter-Institutional Coordination and Action Plan

It was communicated to the public that a coordinated study is being carried out with the Ministry of Interior, the Ministry of Justice, and the BTK in order to combat illegal betting resolutely.

Artificial Intelligence and Action Plan Studies

It was stated that an artificial intelligence-based algorithm has been developed in partnership with TÜBİTAK. Furthermore, it was noted that it is necessary to work with cyber hunters and that studies are ongoing within the scope of the Action Plan for Combating Illegal Betting, Chance Games, and Gambling in the Virtual Environment.