UK bookmakers profited from offshore casino deal despite illicit market warnings

The Guardian reports that three UK bookmakers—part-owned by Ladbrokes, William Hill, and Betfred—had a lucrative deal with Santeda, a major offshore casino network, revealed by the Casino Secrets leak from Curaçao's regulator. This contradicts their public warnings about the illicit market, raising regulatory and reputational concerns. The extent of the financial arrangement and its regulatory implications remain unclear.