Turkish authorities have intensified their crackdown on illegal betting, targeting over 670 suspects in a series of raids across the country. The latest operations in Antalya and Mersin resulted in legal action against 233 individuals, with alleged transaction volumes exceeding TL 18 billion ($395 million). These actions are part of a broader enforcement wave under President Erdoğan’s 2025-2026 Action Plan, which aims to combat illegal betting and virtual gambling. The Adana investigation, a key component of this crackdown, has highlighted the use of cryptocurrency platforms as laundering channels. Among those detained was pro-government commentator Rasim Ozan Kütahyalı, accused of involvement in laundering proceeds from illegal betting. The enforcement efforts have also seen the seizure of luxury assets and the suspension of transactions linked to illegal betting activities, as authorities continue to dismantle networks threatening economic security.