This episode explores recent media reports regarding the closure of Montenegro-based online betting site Tether.bet, its alleged links to UK political figures, and the broader regulatory challenges facing the industry. Featuring insights from SBC's Media Director Martyn Elliott and Editor-at-Large Ted Menmuir, the discussion examines the ongoing regulatory scrutiny, the role of offshore payment processing, and calls for formal UK investigations.

Key Topics

• The Sunday Times investigation into Tether.bet and reported links to political donors
• Regulatory challenges surrounding offshore crypto gambling platforms
• Political scrutiny concerning Reform UK donations and Parliamentary Standards inquiries
• Allegations regarding payment intermediaries in unlicensed markets
• Calls by the Labour Party for Gambling Commission and FCA investigations
• The role of investigative journalism in gambling regulatory enforcement

Host: Charlie Horner
Guests: Martyn Elliott & Ted Menmuir
Producer: Anaya McDonald
Editor: Anaya McDonald

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