Appuesta launches online sportsbook in Dominican Republic

By The Weekly Edge desk · 18 August 2026

Summary

Appuesta began offering digital sports betting in the Dominican Republic on 17 August 2026, iGaming Today reported. The platform covers more than 50 sports and supports local payment methods. The report says the Dominican Republic’s Ministry of Finance authorised the operator.

Why it matters

Appuesta’s authorised launch adds digital sports betting with local payment methods to the Dominican Republic’s market.

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