Turkey seizes Gain.TV assets
On December 16, the Istanbul Prosecutor’s Office carried out an operation against the streaming service Gain.TV (GAİN Medya) and its parent holding company Anahat Holding.
The investigative actions were conducted as part of a case involving money laundering, illegal online betting, and the formation of a criminal organization. During the raids, three executives were detained, including the company’s chairman and a shareholder.
Grounds for the investigation
Suspicions of illegal betting activity
According to the prosecutor’s office, the investigation is linked to the alleged use of Gain Media’s accounts and related entities for transactions showing signs of illegal online betting and financial misconduct.
The authorities note that specific links to gambling operators have not been officially disclosed, but the collected materials point to funds originating from unverified sources.
Financial flows and movement of funds
During 2024–2025, approximately $11.7 million was transferred to the accounts of GAİN Medya, the origin of which could not be justified by normal commercial activity.
The case materials highlight the presence of:
- large cash deposits and withdrawals;
- significant transfers to foreign companies;
- frequent transactions without a clear economic rationale.
The role of Anahat Holding and affiliated companies
Companies placed under state administration
As part of the operation, GAİN Medya and six affiliated companies were temporarily placed under the control of the Savings Deposit Insurance Fund of Turkey (TMSF).
The list includes:
- Gain Media;
- Gain Studio Production;
- Gain Shorts Media;
- Anahat Holding;
- Anahat Media;
- 3B Software Technologies Industry and Trade;
- Berton Construction Industry and Trade.
Review of capital structure
The prosecutor’s office stated that an analysis of the companies in which the suspects were involved showed a mismatch between the scale of financial transfers and actual business operations.
The investigation concluded that financing was largely based on large inflows of funds from abroad, which does not align with standard commercial practices.
Key individuals and major episodes
Review of the stake in Gain Media
Particular attention was paid to the account activity of Berkin Kaya, who acquired a 50% stake in Gain Media on June 11, 2024.
The review revealed numerous transactions involving large sums, the sources of which could not be confirmed.
The acquisition of Gain Media
According to the case materials, Anahat Media, established on December 12, 2024 with a capital of 10 million Turkish liras, acquired Gain Media in January for 450 million liras.
At the same time, during the first eight months of 2025, approximately 1.076 billion liras was transferred to Gain Media through bank transfers and EFT transactions.
Measures taken during the operation
Asset seizure
During the raids, movable and immovable assets were seized which, according to the investigation, may have been obtained through illegal activities.
Appointment of external management
To ensure oversight of the companies’ operations and the preservation of assets, temporary administrators were appointed.