[54596] Wave of online gambling advertisements on Telegram in Turkey

Increased proliferation of gambling advertisements on social networks

On May 10, 2026, extensive targeted advertising activity for gambling platforms and online casinos was observed in dozens of popular Telegram channels in Turkey. The messages, some of which are defined as sponsored content, focus on providing monetary bonuses and access to gaming sites.

Casino sites and 'bonus' promotions

The channel Türkçe Dublaj Filmler, which deals with entertainment content, published a series of messages promoting 'Paşa Casino', including an offer for a '5,000 TL welcome bonus' according to the channel. The same channel also featured a promotion for 'Meritking', which boasts an 'RTP (Return to Player) of 96.5%' for popular slot games such as 'Gates of Olympus' according to the channel.

Organized activity by the company Bilyoner

At the same time, a comprehensive campaign by the supposedly legal gambling platform 'Bilyoner' was evident, which was published in many sports fan channels, including GALATASARAY BAŞAKŞEHİR CANLI, BEŞİKTAŞ SEVDALILARI, and FENERBAHÇE HABERLERİ. The publications include the promotion of 'Bilyoner' as a platform that integrates artificial intelligence for outcome prediction, live sports betting, and additional virtual games of chance according to the channel reports.

Gambling promotions targeted at the fan community

The channel Fenerbahçe Spor Kulübü published news about big winnings, citing a case of a player who allegedly won a sum of '4,075,000 TL' in the game '40 Burning Hot VIP Bell Link' by Marsbahis according to the channel. The publications emphasize the combination of the passion for sports and the immediate financial temptation.