2024-12-09 16:15:07
Singapore On December 4, a "technical issue" prevented bettors from using Singapore Pools for over an hour. In answer to questions, a representative stated that starting at approximately 12 p.m., the problem impacted its e-payment systems and retail betting terminals. Without specifying the nature of the problem, the representative stated that regular services gradually resumed at 1.10 pm when it was fixed. On December 4, the Chinese tabloid Lianhe Zaobao stated that during the disturbance, counters at betting establishments posted "Closed" signs; some even pulled down their shutters.
A notification stating that PayNow transactions were unavailable was also shown on the sport betting in Singapore website. The sole authorized sports, lottery, and horse racing company in Singapore is Singapore Pools. According to its most recent annual report, which was published in November, $12.2 billion was spent on these wagers during the previous fiscal year.