Nevada gaming regulators have imposed $24.5 million in fines on three companies as part of an expanding crackdown on anti-money laundering (AML) violations within the state's gambling industry. This enforcement effort has recently extended to major Las Vegas Strip properties, including Fontainebleau Las Vegas, marking it as the third significant venue under scrutiny this year. The regulatory actions come amid growing concerns about the impact of gambling, particularly on young men, with surveys indicating that up to 20% of male college students use student loan funds for gambling activities. Industry observers also note the increasing prevalence of gambling advertisements and the blurring lines between online gaming and gambling, which have raised alarms about addiction and regulatory challenges both in the U.S. and internationally, such as in India. Nevada regulators are expected to impose higher fines for illegal gambling violations moving forward.