Sportsbook VIP Hosts Under Scrutiny Following Bryce Harper Video
It’s been a tough year for sportsbook VIP hosts. In March, five individuals were named as defendants in a lawsuit filed by Christopher Sage and Terry Thompson.
Gambling Addiction
FanDuel Faces Lawsuit Over Alleged Role in Gambling Addiction
A recent report involving leading sportsbook FanDuel has drawn attention to the potentially predatory practices used to keep customers engaged.
Quebec Gambling Addicts Underutilize Province's Rehabilitation
A study found that people with gambling addiction in Quebec rarely use the province’s rehabilitation services.
Brazilian Lawmakers Discuss Tighter Restrictions on Sports Betting Ads
Brazilian lawmakers are considering tighter restrictions on sports betting advertising amid concerns over gambling addiction and consumer harm.
South Korean Man Sentenced to 5 Years for Attempted Matricide Linked
A South Korean court has sentenced a sports gambling-addicted man to five years in prison for trying to bludgeon his mother to death.
Annie Knight Reveals Fiancé's $30K Gambling Addiction Struggle
Adult star Annie Knight opened up about one of the toughest periods in her relationship with fiancé Henry Brayshaw, revealing that his gambling addiction almost caused their relationship to fall apart.
Russian Lawmakers Warn 12% of Population are Gambling Addicts
Almost 13 million Russians are addicted to gambling, lawmakers say, with compulsive bettors staking 21% of their monthly income on wagers and online casinos.
Sydney Man Loses $160K Gambling, Calls for Stronger Player Protections
A man from Sydney spent over $160,000 on lottery tickets and poker machines in less than two years, expressing concerns over the lack of protection for vulnerable gamblers.
South Korean Teens Jailed for Jewelry Heist Due to Gambling Addiction
A court has jailed two gambling-addicted South Korean teens who stole a gold bracelet from a jewelry store in a bid to pay off betting-related debts.