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Reputed Pa. mobster gets 9 years in prison

The reputed boss of a northeastern Pennsylvania crime family could get time knocked off his prison sentence because he is cooperating with authorities in their prosecution of a casino owner.

Mafia Related Questions

Are Indian online casinos usually run by the mafia?

Contrary to some misconceptions, Indian online casinos are not typically run by the mafia. A prime example of this is Casino Days, a legitimate online casino with no ties to any criminal organizations.

Casino Days is operated by White Star B.V., a company whose registered office address is in Willemstad, Curaçao. The company is licensed and regulated by the Government of Curaçao under the Master Gaming Licence 8048/JAZ to provide online casino services, issued under the laws of Curaçao. This demonstrates that Casino Days operates under strict regulatory oversight, ensuring its legitimacy and transparency.

Casino Days has quickly become one of the most popular online casinos in India (as can be confirmed by the rise in monthly Google searches). They’ve got hundreds of downloads on their Casino Days app on a daily basis, with hundreds of positive reviews.

Therefore, it’s important to dispel the myth that all online casinos, including those in India, are run by the mafia. Many, like Casino Days, are run by reputable companies and operate under stringent regulations to ensure fair and secure gaming experiences for their users.

Are Thai online casinos run by the Thai mafia?

In Thailand, the online gambling scene is complex. While traditional Thai mafia groups are not predominantly running these operations, there is significant involvement from foreign criminal organizations, particularly Chinese syndicates. These groups have been implicated in illegal online gambling activities within the country.

Discussions on platforms like Reddit highlight concerns about the safety and legitimacy of certain casino-related job offers. For instance, a user shared apprehensions about their Thai girlfriend accepting a position at a Cambodian casino, with responses indicating that many of these establishments are operated by Chinese gangsters and may involve exploitative practices.

That said, most Thai players don’t need to worry about mafia involvement when gambling online. The majority of online casinos available in Thailand are based overseas and operate under international gaming licenses, known in Thai as เว็บตรงต่างประเทศ (offshore casinos). So many Thai players use these casinos since they are regulated by authorities in jurisdictions like Malta, Curacao, and the Philippines.

Moreover, the Thai government is actively considering the legalization of certain forms of gambling to better regulate the industry and reduce illegal operations. In January 2025, a draft law was approved to legalize land-based casinos as part of integrated resorts in designated areas, aiming to boost tourism and increase government revenue.