
From the neon-lit strips of Macau to the historic betting shops of London, the world of gambling is undergoing a seismic shift. As digital technologies blur borders and challenge traditional notions of regulation, countries around the globe are grappling with how to address an industry that's both lucrative and controversial. "We're seeing a patchwork of approaches," notes Dr. Emma Liang, a gambling policy researcher at the University of Hong Kong. "Some nations are doubling down on restrictions, while others are throwing open their doors to new forms of betting."