Flutter Entertainment, one of the world’s largest online sports betting and iGaming operators, which owns some of the world’s leading gaming platforms, including Betfair, PokerStars, and FanDuel, reported a $789 million net loss for Q3 2025 after a sudden regulatory crackdown in Asia.
The loss was driven by a $556 million non-cash impairment linked to the forced exit of its Indian real-money gaming operations, according to an official statement.
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In the Asia-Pacific region, Flutter’s revenue fell 12% to $363 million, with iGaming revenue down 35% and sports betting off 9%, as the company exited India and weaker-than-expected sports results hurt its Australian sportsbook.
In August 2025, India passed the Promotion and Regulation of Online Gaming Act, broadly banning online games that involve real-money betting. The law mainly targets fantasy sports and card game platforms.
Following the legislation, Flutter and its Junglee brand shut down all Indian operations. Operators now face up to three years in prison or large financial fines for running or facilitating online sports and iGaming activities, with advertising and payment processing also prohibited.
India’s online gaming market had been growing rapidly, reaching $3.8 billion in revenue in 2024, up 23% year-on-year, despite a 28% tax on online games. While still smaller than Europe (around $15 billion market) or the US (around $13-14 billion), India is one of the fastest-growing markets in Asia and is becoming a key driver of the region’s overall iGaming growth.
Why This Matters
Even global giants like Flutter show that sudden regulatory changes in emerging markets can wipe out value, a clear warning for crypto gaming projects.
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