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Author: Brian Pempus
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Caesars Michigan Fined In Addiction Case With ‘Fictitious’ Deposits
Michigan has fined Caesars Sportsbook over a case involving a man who made over $2.1 million in “fictitious” deposits and then wagered $88 million. In a document Gambling Harm obtained through a FOIA request, Caesars agreed to pay $100,000 in an “acknowledgement of violation” (AOV) related to internal control failures. Michigan Gaming Control Board Executive…
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PA Woman Who Lost $300K On DraftKings Gets 2-4 Years In Prison
Pamela Hackenburg stole more than $500,000 to gamble on DraftKings Pennsylvania.
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‘The Price Is Right’ and BetMGM Bring Gambling to Daytime TV
A BetMGM-branded game is coming to the popular game show The Price Is Right. The online casino gambling operator announced on Sept. 10, 2025, that its brand will be on a new pricing game called “The Lion’s Share.” Media production company Fremantle was part of the announcement. “The Lion’s Share” is the first custom-branded game…
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Sportsbook Worker Involved With Athletes In Prop Bet Scheme, NCAA Says
A sportsbook worker was involved with NCAA basketball players and illicit prop bets, according to the NCAA. On Sept. 10, 2025, the NCAA announced a ban on three basketball players related to “under” prop bets on statistical performances. In documents released publicly, the NCAA said a “sportsbook trader” was involved in the scheme. The NCAA…
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New York Bill Would Restrict AI Use In Gambling Therapy
Proposed legislation in New York would address the use of artificial intelligence (AI) in therapy — including treatment for gambling addiction. As of late 2025, New Yorkers and visitors to the state have wagered $72.8 billion on sports gambling since 2022, according to state figures compiled by Legal Sports Report. With over 50% of online…
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