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Betting firms in Guyana are pushing a bold move to dodge government crackdowns: shut down all physical shops and go fully online via regulated platforms. As the government races to pass a new Gaming Bill amid explosive growth in gambling—shops, gaming centers, and mobile apps—they’re eyeing tighter controls and higher taxes to tackle addiction and social fallout. While the VP warned last year that gambling has become “on demand” and dangerously widespread, officials aren’t yet sold on the industry’s online-only pitch. The bill’s imminent debate could reshape Guyana’s gambling future—one that may not include shutting down brick-and-mortar betting spots after all.

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