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Domestic Trade and Cost of Living Ministry officials seized 10,190 counterfeit FIFA World Cup 2026 jerseys valued at RM509,500 during enforcement raids, highlighting ongoing struggles against counterfeit sports merchandise in Malaysia.
Kalshi, a prediction market platform, processed $27 billion in trading volume during the 2026 FIFA World Cup, more than double its initial forecasts. The surge reflects growing interest in event-based wagering, though the platform faces mounting regulatory challenges across multiple US states.
Deputy Prime Minister Ahmad Zahid Hamidi has voiced Malaysia's ambition to host the FIFA World Cup and see the national team qualify as Southeast Asia's representative, as the Harimau Malaya climbs the global rankings.