Curaçao regulator hack may expose crypto casino data

The Curaçao Gaming Authority said on September 17 that hackers accessed its online gaming portal. The regulator said the unauthorized access had been contained, but its investigation had not established the full scope of the incident. The CGA said it was assessing whether any information was accessed, which information may have been accessed and the potential consequences. It said it would directly notify affected individuals, applicants, licensees or other stakeholders if the hack affected them. Users on X have speculated that information held by crypto casino operators, including photo IDs and other personal data, may have been stolen and could be leaked or used by criminals for extortion. Curaçao became a hub for online casinos because of its relaxed gambling laws. The article says the regulator is known for conducting only minimal checks on casinos applying for licenses. Crypto casinos including Rollbit, 1xBet and Stake have been registered in Curaçao. Rollbit’s Curaçao license appears to have been revoked this month. Curaçao also introduced legislation this year requiring transparent anti-money-laundering and identity-verification procedures.