Vietnam Police Bust $172 Million World Cup Betting Rings The recent crackdown on two major betting rings in Vietnam has shed light on the country's ongoing struggle to curb illicit gambling operations.
The estimated value of these networks is a staggering $172 million, with authorities describing them as "exceptionally large scale.
" Vietnamese authorities have been actively working to combat online gambling since October 2025, aiming to stem the tide of illegal transactions worth over $133 million.