Popular YouTuber Saad ur Rehman, widely known as Ducky Bhai, has once again come under scrutiny after his alleged involvement in promoting illegal betting applications.
The National Cyber Crime Investigation Agency (NCCIA) has revealed shocking details about the growing influence of social media promoters in online gambling.
According to NCCIA officials, Ducky Bhai earned up to $20,000 per promotional program for advertising betting apps. This amount equals nearly Rs5.5 million in local currency.
Investigators stated that he carried out more than 50 programs linked to such promotions, creating a vast network of advertisements for gambling platforms.
Additional Director NCCIA, Sarfraz Chaudhry, said that over 40 gambling apps are active in Pakistan, generating billions of rupees online. He added that dozens of social media influencers are also being investigated for their alleged role in endorsing these platforms.
“YouTubers and influencers are being engaged by overseas bookies to promote gambling apps,” he explained, pointing out how Ducky Bhai became one of the most prominent names in this network.
The NCCIA has already declared 46 apps illegal. The list includes well-known names such as Aviator Game, Chicken Road, 1xBet, Dafabet, 22bet, Pari Match, Bet365, Plinko, 10cric, Rabona, and Casumo.
Officials also warned that many of these apps steal personal data, including phone numbers, from unsuspecting users.
The Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) has been given the full list of banned applications and is working to block all platforms connected with online gambling. Authorities also warned other influencers against engaging in similar illegal promotions.
The investigation into Ducky Bhai is ongoing. He was recently detained at Lahore Airport while attempting to travel abroad. Officials stated that further action will be taken once the inquiry is complete.
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