FIFA World Cup Ticket NFTs Face Swiss Gambling Supervisory Authority’s Scrutiny
Switzerland’s gambling regulator, Gespa, is investigating FIFA’s blockchain-based “Right-to-Buy” tokens for the 2026 World Cup to determine if they fall under gambling laws. The tokens, priced between $299 (roughly Rs. 26,500) and $999 (roughly Rs. 88,600), allow conditional access to tickets but may leave many holders without benefits. While FIFA says the tokens help manage demand, critics see them as gambling-like, raising transparency and fairness concerns.
