India’s new online gaming bill bans Dream11, the current jersey sponsor, from operating. Previous sponsors like Sahara, BYJU’S, and OPPO faced financial troubles. The “curse” is attributed to volatile industries seeking high visibility rather than a supernatural phenomenon. Stable sectors are expected to replace Dream11.
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India’s Lok Sabha passed a bill to regulate online gaming, recognizing e-sports and educational games while banning real-money platforms. A National Online Gaming Commission will be established. The law imposes strict penalties and grants enforcement agencies broad powers. The industry opposes the ban, fearing job losses and a thriving black market.
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