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UKGC examines social media lotteries after TikTok reports increase

By The Weekly Edge desk ·

Summary

The UKGC examined social media lotteries following an increase in reports concerning potentially unlawful TikTok draws during 2025, iGaming Today reported. Research covering 4,233 UK residents aged 16 and over found that 10% of respondents aged 18–24 had entered an individual-run TikTok lottery or raffle. The investigation also identified similar activity on Facebook and Instagram.

Why it matters

Increased reports of potentially unlawful TikTok draws prompted UKGC examination, which also identified similar activity on Facebook and Instagram.

Read the original at iGaming Today

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TypeRegulator
Entries78
Main marketsUK
Enforcement & compliance38
Licences & markets1
Deals & M&A3
Fines recordedGBP 56,775,918
Latest14 Oct 2026
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