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Casino Secrets leak exposes confidential files held by Curaçao gambling regulator

A leak known as Casino Secrets has exposed tens of thousands of previously confidential files stored by the gambling regulator on the Caribbean island of Curaçao. The records concern thousands of online casinos and could affect offshore gambling firms, including some accused of illegally targeting consumers around the world.

The Casino Secrets leak has revealed tens of thousands of previously confidential files held by the gambling regulator on Curaçao, a Caribbean island.

The files concern thousands of online casinos and could have consequences for offshore gambling firms. Some of those firms have been accused of illegally targeting consumers around the world.

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