Illegal, borderless, and aggressively marketed, unlicensed online gambling operators continue to eat into the fast-expanding iGaming industry—forecast to reach $618.7 billion worldwide by the end of 2025. From Europe to Asia, countries are experimenting with enforcement measures, but Ukrainian regulators argue that only cross-border cooperation will ensure long-term success in dismantling illicit gambling networks. This dual system has made illicit platforms less accessible, especially for underaged users and other vulnerable groups. Indonesia, one of the most heavily restricted gambling markets, has opted to monitor the financial infrastructure feeding illegal gambling ecosystems. A Call for Global CooperationZakrevskaya’s overarching message is clear: the fight against unlicensed gambling cannot be won piecemeal.