(AsiaGameHub) – By: Jonathan Vance
Authorities in Massachusetts are sounding the alarm ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The Attorney General’s Office, the Gaming Commission, and the State Lottery Commission have issued a Consumer Advisory. They’re urging the public to steer clear of illegal gaming websites and apps, which lack state-required consumer protections.
Attorney General Andrea Joy Campbell highlighted the risks like fraud and identity theft. Massachusetts Gaming Commission chair Jordan Maynard noted illegal operators target the vulnerable, including those under 21. The Commission has licensed sportsbooks for a legal betting marketplace. The State Lottery’s Mark William Bracken is focused on ensuring a safe and legal World Cup experience.
In March, the MGC launched PlayWell, replacing GameSense. The new responsible gaming programme, administered by the Massachusetts Council on Gaming and Health, offers resources like game rule guides and advisors.
Author bio: Jonathan Vance, lead focus editor for an independent overseas public affairs weekly.