Cybercafes in Dhaka and Sylhet are under investigation for hosting illegal gambling activities disguised as eSports tournaments. Players pay to join matches where winners supposedly receive large payouts.
However, insiders report that many cafes use the events to facilitate underground betting. Staff manage hidden betting pools and charge commission on each transaction.
Police raids have uncovered gambling apps pre-installed on many computers. Owners claim ignorance, but regulators are now considering stricter licensing for internet cafes.
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