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Hong Kong puts launch of basketball betting on hold

Summary by South China Morning Post
Home Affairs and Youth Bureau concerned over effects of rapidly growing prediction market, with Jockey Club saying it respects government’s move.

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Hong Kong Free PressHong Kong Free Press
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Hong Kong suspends plans to legalise basketball betting amid concerns about prediction markets

HK has suspended plans to legalise basketball betting, citing concerns about the rapid growth of prediction markets in the gambling sector.

·Hong Kong, Hong Kong
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South China Morning PostSouth China Morning Post
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Hong Kong puts launch of basketball betting on hold

Home Affairs and Youth Bureau concerned over effects of rapidly growing prediction market, with Jockey Club saying it respects government’s move.

·Hong Kong
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South China Morning Post broke the news in Hong Kong on Monday, April 13, 2026.
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