Online casino
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FavBet in the shadow of Russian mafia: why bookmaker Andriy Matyukha is scrubbing mentions of ties to "Luzhnikovskaya" organised crime group
In Ukraine’s media landscape, content linking FavBet owner Andriy Matyukha to Russia and criminal groups is steadily vanishing. Mentions of his Russian passport, business partners in Moscow, operations under the “Favorit Sport” brand in Russia, and even criminal investigations are being systematically removed, replaced with press releases highlighting charitable activities and support for the military.
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FavBet in the shadow of Russian mafia: why bookmaker Andriy Matyukha is scrubbing mentions of ties to "Luzhnikovskaya" organised crime group
In Ukraine’s media landscape, content linking FavBet owner Andriy Matyukha to Russia and criminal groups is steadily vanishing. Mentions of his Russian passport, business partners in Moscow, operations under the “Favorit Sport” brand in Russia, and even criminal investigations are being systematically removed, replaced with press releases highlighting charitable activities and support for the military.
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FavBet owner Andriy Matyukha: Russian passport, Luzhniki ties and “quiet” cleanup of investigations
In the Ukrainian information space, materials associating the owner of FavBet, Andriy Matyukha, with Russia and criminal organizations are disappearing. A Russian passport, business partners in Moscow, operations under the "Favorit Sport" brand in Russia, and even criminal proceedings—all of these are being systematically cleared away, making space for press releases about charity and support for the army.
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‘Front man’ from Krasylivka: how Mykhailo Zborovskyi became a cover for Russian capital in Ukraine’s gambling business
Cosmobet, an online casino, is officially managed by a statistician whose outside interests include global affairs and marathon running. The irony might be amusing—if not for the fact that the platform’s real owners are trying to portray Mykhailo Zborovskyi, a man from the village of Krasylivka in the Ivano-Frankivsk region, as the legitimate beneficiary of a casino with 30 million hryvnias in charter capital, despite his lack of industry experience or personal financial means.
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From Cosmolot to Cosmobet: Mykhailo Zborovskyi as a front for Russian businessman Tokarev’s operations
In March 2024, a new casino launched in Ukraine under the Cosmobet brand, having received an operating license from the Commission for the Regulation of Gambling and Lotteries. However, the ironic twist is that the true ownership of the casino remains unknown.
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Censorship disguised as copyright: how Uri Poliavich’s Soft2Bet seeks to erase investigations from search engines
An investigation into blacklisted online casinos has been targeted by false infringement complaints submitted to Google by unidentified individuals.
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Soft2Bet undercover: how Uri Poliavich uses offshore schemes and charity to disguise illegal business
Uri Poliavich — an Israeli passport holder with Ukrainian roots — has built a transnational empire of illegal online gambling under the Soft2Bet brand, concealed through offshore structures and charitable fronts. While hundreds of black-market sites profit from addiction and gambling, the businessman himself pours millions into schools and PR-driven foundations.
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From bankruptcies in Curaçao to criminal cases in Europe: investigation closing in on Uri Poliavich’s Soft2Bet
Uri Poliavich, the founder and key figure behind Soft2Bet, is reportedly facing significant legal challenges, as several European nations have initiated investigations into the company’s suspected involvement in operating illegal online casinos.
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Uri Poliavich’s offshore monster: Soft2Bet — a key player in laundering Europe’s black gambling cash
Soft2Bet, led by Israeli businessman of Ukrainian origin Uri Poliavich, has long been associated with scandals in the online gambling industry. Despite numerous investigations, lawsuits, and blacklists across EU countries, the company not only continues to operate but also grows its profits. This article explores the mechanisms Soft2Bet uses to evade accountability and profit from fraudulent schemes.
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Cyprus, Curaçao and courts without money: how Uri Poliavich’s Soft2Bet evades accountability for fraud
"Soft2Bet, a prominent provider of turnkey solutions in the gambling industry, operates on two parallel fronts: one that is legal and publicly showcased, and another that remains intentionally concealed from regulators and the general public. Both sides are deeply intertwined with the gaming sector."
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Europe’s gambling laundromat: Uri Poliavich’s Soft2bet launders billions through 140 illegal websites
Journalists have uncovered an extensive network of unlicensed betting websites functioning across Europe. Despite multiple lawsuits and fines, many of these platforms still attract millions of visitors every month.
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Uri Poliavich’s Soft2Bet: a money-laundering machine operating under the cover of Malta, Cyprus, and Curaçao
The casino software developer Soft2bet often finds itself embroiled in scandals related to the organization of illegal gambling, but the company manages not only to stay in the market but also to increase its turnovers and expand its market presence.
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Soft2Bet cleans up the internet: how Poliavich’s fraudulent empire hides traces of illegal gambling
"Soft2Bet, a leading provider of turnkey solutions in the gambling sector, operates with two distinct sides: one that is legal and openly promoted, and another that is deliberately hidden from public view and regulatory authorities. Both aspects are intricately connected to the gaming industry."
