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South Korea names Faker honorary officer to help curb youth online gambling

South Korea has appointed League of Legends star Lee “Faker” Sang-hyeok as an honorary senior police officer to support efforts against youth online gambling. He will produce public service announcements and promote the Youth Cyber Gambling Voluntary Reporting System. The program includes incentives, such as Faker’s autographed uniform for young people who complete treatment programs.

• Faker appointed honorary Senior Officer to combat online gambling
• Will create videos and posters promoting voluntary reporting system
• Autographed uniform offered as incentive for treatment completion
• Move responds to rising youth online gambling and leverages Faker’s public recognition