Investigating fraud in the gambling industry and how it can be prevented 3p4j6

by Adrian Șandru, experienced lawyer, specialized in criminal law n734d

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In a previous issue of Casino Inside Magazine, we showed that fraud is an increasingly real and current problem in the gambling industry, what types of fraud exist, and how the gambling fraud triangle is made up.

As we pointed out then, fraud in the gambling industry can be a significant problem, and for this reason, people who specialise in fighting and preventing fraud play an important role in the effective investigation and prevention of fraud cases. Of course, specialists (whether lawyers, advocates or private investigators) should have a good knowledge and understanding of the specifics of the gambling area in the current context.

In other countries, there are more and more examples of operators being penalised or harmed as a result of committing fraud and failing to prevent it.

A recent example of fraud in the gambling industry took place in the UK, where an online casino operator was fined over £8 million for breaching money laundering and terrorist financing prevention regulations. In this case, the investigation was carried out by the UK gambling regulator, together with istrative and criminal authorities.

This case was not singular. There are numerous concrete examples of fraud that have taken place in the gambling industry:

• Absolute Poker case: in this case, the operators of the online poker site Absolute Poker were accused of fraud worth millions of dollars. They allegedly used special software to view players’ cards and deal them unfavourably. Subsequently, the site’s operators were charged with conspiracy to commit bank fraud and money laundering.

• Full Tilt Poker case: in this case, operators of the online poker site Full Tilt Poker were charged with money laundering and fraud worth hundreds of millions of dollars. They were accused of taking money from players for deposits but never paying out the winnings.

• 1MDB case: a multi-billion dollar fraud case involving a Malaysian sovereign wealth fund. According to investigators, more than $4.5 billion was stolen and some of the money was used to fund various activities, including gambling.

These are just a few examples of relatively recent instances of fraud in the gambling industry. However, these cases show that it is essential that operators act with integrity and take steps to prevent and detect fraud.

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In order to prevent fraud, gambling operators should implement security and identity verification measures, as well as employee training programs on fraud prevention and detection.

In general, regulators can impose significant penalties and fines on operators who fail to comply with regulations on fraud prevention and detection. In Romania, the National Office for the Prevention and Combating of Money Laundering or the National Integrity Agency can the implementation of whistleblowing channels to facilitate internal reporting of fraudulent behaviour.

It should also be mentioned that in order to have effective fraud prevention, specialists should be involved and consulted in the fight against fraud.

As a rule, private investigators and lawyers specialising in business criminal law can be employed by both gambling companies and regulators (a common practice in other countries) to investigate cases of fraud in the gambling industry. For instance, we point out that they can use a variety of investigative methods such as interviews, data and document analysis, and surveillance techniques to identify and gather evidence in fraud cases.

In of their role, lawyers usually assist gambling operators in implementing appropriate security policies and procedures to reduce the risk of fraud.

Specialists in this area could also provide training programmes for employees of gambling operators on fraud prevention and detection. These programs could include training staff on the methods used by fraudsters in fraud cases, as well as identifying suspicious customer behaviour.

If possible fraud in the gambling industry is discovered, specialists can offer their expertise and resources to investigate the case in an efficient and rigorous manner. This may include employee interviews, document and data analysis, and video or audio surveillance to identify possible wrongdoing.

Finally, once a fraud has been identified, specialists can work as required by law with regulators and law enforcement to present evidence in an appropriate manner and to ensure an appropriate resolution favorable to industry operators.

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Prompt detection and sanctioning of fraud can deter illegal behaviour by other employees in the gambling industry. This can be achieved by promoting a culture of integrity among employees and applying appropriate sanctions for breaches of security policies and procedures.

In addition, business criminal lawyers and private investigators play a crucial role in preventing and detecting fraud in the gambling industry. By using appropriate expertise and resources, they can help promote a culture of integrity and ensure a fair and equitable industry for all players involved.

In the gambling industry, it is important that both operators and players are vigilant and take proactive measures to avoid fraudulent situations. However, if you still suspect fraud or need assistance in preventing it, do not hesitate to seek the services of a business criminal lawyer and private investigator. These specialists can help you identify and prevent fraud so you can avoid major financial losses. By taking the right steps, you can protect your business and continue to enjoy gambling in a safe and secure environment.