In Uruguay, lottery operator La Banca de Quinielas has uncovered advertisements for a non-existent online casino called La Banca Casino on Facebook, Instagram, and other digital platforms. These ads mislead users to unlicensed operator websites.
Scammers are distorting the operator's name, logo, and branding, using images of their retail locations and media publications. The fraudulent advertisements promise welcome bonuses and million-dollar jackpots, featuring testimonials from fictitious winners, screenshots, and coupons.
La Banca has stated that no website, profile, or application under this name is associated with their official channels. They urge players not to download apps from such ads, not to make deposits, and not to share personal or banking information. Additionally, they encourage reporting any such advertisements to the regulator, DNLQ. The operator is also reaching out to tech companies and relevant authorities to demand the removal of fraudulent content.