Top 10 Nations with Largest Populations of People Gambling Online
A recent study by StatiSense has identified the countries with the highest percentage of Internet users over 16 who visited online gambling sites or apps in the past month.
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The information, which was gathered in February 2025 by StatiSense, the top AI data provider in Africa, sheds light on worldwide gambling patterns and identifies the countries with the highest rates of online betting. With 30.2% of its Internet users participating in online gambling, Norway leads the pack, closely followed by South Africa (30.0%).
Online Gambling Participation by Country in February 2025
- Norway – 30.2%
- South Africa – 30.0%
- New Zealand – 26.2%
- Greece – 22.5%
- Hungary – 20.4%
- Brazil – 19.5%
- Nigeria – 19.0%
- UK – 17.9%
- Austria – 17.6%
- Australia – 17.2%
According to the research, Internet gambling is still expanding globally, with notable participation seen in a number of South American, African, and European nations.
These figures are probably influenced by many factors, including legal frameworks, societal perceptions of gambling, and the accessibility of online gambling bookies.
