The former Prime Minister of Thailand, Thaksin Shinawatra, is backing the government's plan to legalize casinos and online gambling using digital assets. The move is aimed at boosting investment and tourism, with estimates suggesting it could generate annual revenue of $2.89 billion. A recent poll, however, revealed that 69% of respondents were against legalizing online gambling, while 59% strongly opposed entertainment complexes and casinos. Proponents of the draft law argue that it could create jobs and make gambling more accessible to tourists. The issue of surrounding countries already benefiting from large casino complexes has also been raised. Shinawatra, a crypto advocate, has mentioned the potential benefits of embracing digital assets, including the launch of a crypto sandbox in Thailand this year. Once the draft gambling law is passed, it could potentially open up the country to crypto regulation.



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