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Bryce Harper Gambling Scandal: The City of Brotherly Predation?
Philadelphia Phillies star Bryce Harper, one of the highest-paid players in baseball, reportedly helped FanDuel in its relationship with a man who says he developed a life-altering gambling addiction. The Philadelphia Inquirer acquired a short video that FanDuel allegedly sent to Pennsylvania resident Terry Thompson in November 2024. In the video, Harper is seen wishing…
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FanDuel-Sponsored Golfer Says Betting Makes Fans Toxic
Jordan Spieth and FanDuel might be due for a breakup. The professional golfer said at a recent press event for the John Deere Classic that legal sports betting has noticeably affected fan behavior over the past few years. He said some fans are hurting the game. Spieth warned that fans with money on the line…
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Big Risks With Erin Andrews’ FanDuel ‘Responsible Gaming’ Role
In late April 2026, FanDuel Sportsbook announced that FOX Sports NFL reporter Erin Andrews had joined the company as a “responsible gaming ambassador.” While it may sound reassuring, the partnership raises public health concerns. The press release failed to disclose Andrews’ financial compensation, raising questions of transparency. Fox Corporation has a stake in FanDuel, with…
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FanDuel Claims No Profiting From Prop Bet ‘Protect’ Feature
FanDuel Sportsbook launched a new gambling insurance-like feature that it’s calling “Bet Protect.” It raises some problem gambling concerns and questions about the impact on company profits. The feature lets bettors pay a 3% fee to hedge against injuries. For example, a prop bet on LeBron James to score over 21.5 points would be refunded…
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Four Legal Betting Apps Had Broken Addiction Tools, State Says
So-called responsible gambling tools from online sportsbooks are often ineffective at reducing problem gambling. Sometimes the features literally don’t work. The State of Indiana took regulatory actions against four online sports betting operators in March 2026 for responsible gambling-related violations. With that background, let’s review each case. FanDuel In April 2025, FanDuel received notification from…
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