{"id":19743,"date":"2025-10-13T12:07:57","date_gmt":"2025-10-13T09:07:57","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/staging.igamingamerika.com\/?p=19743"},"modified":"2025-10-13T12:07:57","modified_gmt":"2025-10-13T09:07:57","slug":"colombia-launches-blockchain-based-keno","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/igamingamerika.com\/index.php\/2025\/10\/13\/colombia-launches-blockchain-based-keno\/","title":{"rendered":"Colombia Launches Blockchain-Based Keno"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>In a significant milestone for Colombia\u2019s gaming industry, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.coljuegos.gov.co\/\">Colj<\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/www.coljuegos.gov.co\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">u<\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/www.coljuegos.gov.co\/\">egos<\/a>\u2014the national regulatory authority overseeing gambling activities\u2014has officially granted a license for the operation of Keno, marking one of Latin America\u2019s earliest ventures into blockchain-supported lottery-style games.<\/strong>  <mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-white-color\">Colombia Blockchain Keno<\/mark><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Colombian government anticipates that this new initiative will contribute over COP 485 billion (approximately $125 million) to public healthcare funds over the next five years, while also invigorating the country\u2019s gambling sector.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Keno, a popular draw-based game gaining international momentum, will soon be accessible across all 32 Colombian departments. According to research cited by Coljuegos, total sales could surpass COP 2.3 trillion (around $587 million) within five years. The game\u2019s blockchain-enabled ticketing system aims to enhance transparency, improve traceability, and reduce the risk of fraud, marking a significant step toward modernizing the industry.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Players will select 10 numbers from a pool of 1 to 80, with the results determined by 20 randomly drawn balls generated independently by a Random Number Generator. Winnings will depend on how many numbers a player matches, with payout structures varying according to the initial wager. Bets will range from COP 1,000 ($0.26) to COP 20,000 ($5.10), with the maximum prize reaching COP 1.68 billion ($428,500). To maximize engagement, daily draws will occur at intervals of 6 to 10 minutes, resulting in between 144 and 240 rounds each day. Results will be publicly announced via digital channels such as YouTube and official websites. Participants will have the option to play at physical terminals or through authorized online platforms, with Coljuegos aiming to establish more than 16,000 sales points nationwide.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Read also: <a href=\"http:\/\/staging.igamingamerika.com\/splash-sports-secures-14-5m-series-b-to-power-expansion-across-north-america\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Splash Sports Secures $14.5M Series B to Power Expansion Across North America<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Coljuegos President Marco Emilio Hincapi\u00e9 emphasized that the licensing process was transparent and competitive, involving multiple bidders. He highlighted that this move represents a pivotal step toward innovation and modernization within Colombia\u2019s gaming landscape, encouraging a shift from black market operations to regulated offerings. The operators granted licenses will benefit from a four-month preparatory period to establish infrastructure and ensure compliance with security and technical standards, with the official launch expected in January 2026. This initiative underscores Coljuegos\u2019 commitment to balancing effective oversight with the need for innovation, reinforcing the sector\u2019s role as a vital pillar of the national economy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The introduction of Keno coincides with a period of heightened regulatory scrutiny of Colombia\u2019s online betting environment. Recently, Coljuegos ordered internet service providers to block access to Polymarket, an online prediction market platform, citing concerns over unregulated political betting and cryptocurrency-based wagering. The authority has reiterated that all gambling activities must adhere to established regulatory frameworks, underscoring its determination to uphold the integrity of Colombia\u2019s gaming industry.<mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-white-color\"> Colombia Blockchain Keno<\/mark><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>In a significant milestone for Colombia\u2019s gaming industry, Coljuegos\u2014the national regulatory authority overseeing gambling activities\u2014has officially granted a license for the operation of Keno, marking one of Latin America\u2019s earliest ventures into blockchain-supported lottery-style games. 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