Macao police report spike in baccarat proxy betting

Macao police say they have seen a spike in proxy betting services that let Mainland Chinese gamblers place baccarat wagers at Macao casinos. Officers made multiple arrests in a crackdown on proxies who use livestreaming software to help Mainland Chinese gamblers bet on Macao casino baccarat games, according to the Chinese-language media outlet Macao.

Officers said underground betting rings in the mainland are now offering a wider range of proxy gambling services, commonly called 'electronic betting.' The reports focus on baccarat proxy arrangements and the livestreaming tools used to place bets on behalf of mainland customers.