Representatives from the LDPR party introduced a bill aimed at cutting gambling and betting advertisements on television and radio from 20% of airtime to 10%. The proposal appeared on the party’s public-facing media outlet, described as a concrete step in a broader push to curb the influence of gambling promotions.
According to Leonid Slutsky, who chairs the LDPR faction and helped author the measure, the draft is just the initial phase of a larger campaign. He pointed to a growing volume of online gambling promotions and asserted that the real battle continues in the digital sphere, where betting ads proliferate across social platforms and streaming sites, often reaching audiences that may be highly susceptible to riskier forms of betting.
The text of the bill also specifies that gambling advertising on TV and radio would be permitted only during late-night hours, specifically between 23:00 and 06:00 local time. Proponents say the timing restriction is meant to reduce exposure for children, teenagers, and other vulnerable groups while still allowing regulated, limited access for adults who choose to engage in legal gambling activities. The bill anchors its rationale in concerns about problem gambling, financial fraud schemes, and the social costs associated with addictive behaviors.
Separately, public discourse has highlighted ongoing discussions about online casino promotion across messaging apps. A high-profile blogger previously drew attention to what some described as systematic advertising through a Telegram channel, prompting debate about how easily promotions can slip into daily digital routines and influence consumers.
Law enforcement officials commented on the case, noting violations tied to promotional tactics. In particular, authorities reported that incentives offered to subscribers to sign up for online casinos could be interpreted as organized gambling activities, which would fall under relevant regulatory scrutiny. Investigators indicated that charges could proceed if wrongdoing is established, underscoring the complex interplay between online marketing practices and legal boundaries in the gambling sector. The situation has spurred calls for clearer rules and tighter enforcement to shield citizens from deceptive schemes and pressure to participate in gambling activities.
In related policy discussions, there were suggestions from another former lawmaker about standardizing certain norms in public messaging, with some advocates proposing a federal approach to regulate promotional content in various consumer domains. This proposed shift reflects broader concerns about how promotional materials are presented to the public and the potential impact on consumer decision-making, especially in fast-paced media environments.