Meta 'turning a blind eye' to illegal gambling ads, UK Gambling Commission says

Reuters
2026.01.19 17:28
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The UK Gambling Commission criticized Meta Platforms for ignoring illegal gambling ads on Facebook and Instagram. Executive Director Tim Miller stated that Meta is aware of these ads, particularly for sites not part of the GamStop self-exclusion scheme. He accused Meta of choosing not to act against these ads, suggesting they are complicit in allowing criminal activity for profit. The Commission has seen limited progress in addressing this issue with Meta, raising concerns about the company's responsibility in regulating such advertisements.