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Lawsuits and Insider Accounts Expose Predatory Tactics in Sports Betting Apps
business22 days ago

Lawsuits and Insider Accounts Expose Predatory Tactics in Sports Betting Apps

Florida attorney Jennifer Hoekstra has filed 15 lawsuits against FanDuel and DraftKings, alleging their platforms are engineered to addict users similar to social media. A former FanDuel employee claims the company prioritizes keeping bettors engaged over protecting them from losses, while VIP perks lure high-volume gamblers. Industry data shows $167 billion wagered last year, with rising bankruptcies in legalized states, though companies deny fostering addiction.

via CBS News|
#business#consumer-protection#draftkings
Patrick accuses Texas Tech of hypocrisy over Brendan Sorsby reinstatement
sports4 months ago

Patrick accuses Texas Tech of hypocrisy over Brendan Sorsby reinstatement

Radio host Dan Patrick denounces Texas Tech's reinstatement of Brendan Sorsby, calling it hypocritical given his gambling-history scrutiny, and argues treatment should come before football as a court-ordered injunction allows the QB to return while the NCAA appeal proceeds; Sorsby will start with a two-game suspension this season amid ongoing legal proceedings.

via Awful Announcing|
#brendan-sorsby#dan-patrick#gambling-addiction
Sorsby gambling saga: court filings reveal thousands of bets and up to $90k wagered tied to Indiana era
sports4 months ago

Sorsby gambling saga: court filings reveal thousands of bets and up to $90k wagered tied to Indiana era

Court documents reveal Texas Tech QB Brendan Sorsby placed thousands of bets on college games, including at least 2,900 bets totaling over $30,000 while at Indiana and as much as $90,000 in impermissible wagers across 2022-25 via multiple accounts, with some funds routed through friends; he continued gambling after transferring to Texas Tech, sought NCAA reinstatement but was denied, and faces potential permanent loss of eligibility while undergoing treatment for a gambling disorder and under Tech’s strict monitoring.

via On3|
#brendan-sorsby#gambling-addiction#indiana-hoosiers
Sorsby Eyes 2026 Return After Gambling Addiction Treatment
sports4 months ago

Sorsby Eyes 2026 Return After Gambling Addiction Treatment

Texas Tech quarterback Brendan Sorsby, who completed inpatient treatment for a gambling addiction, says he has a lot of work ahead but hopes to return to Texas Tech for the 2026 season even after the NCAA denied his reinstatement request; he posted an Instagram message detailing his recovery and commitment to ongoing treatment and supporting other student-athletes.

via NBC Sports|
#brendan-sorsby#college-football#gambling-addiction
Texas Tech QB Sorsby sues NCAA, cites gambling addiction and seeks 2026 eligibility
sports4 months ago

Texas Tech QB Sorsby sues NCAA, cites gambling addiction and seeks 2026 eligibility

Texas Tech quarterback Brendan Sorsby filed a Texas state suit against the NCAA seeking reinstatement of eligibility for the 2026 season, arguing his long‑running gambling addiction and detailing bets placed in high school and college (including bets on Indiana while he was at Indiana) as not compromising game integrity; he proposes a two‑game suspension and treatment as a path to eligibility, while the NCAA says it enforces integrity rules and has not settled, highlighting a dispute over the reinstatement process and timing.

via The New York Times|
#brendan-sorsby#college-football#eligibility-reinstatement
CBS Sports Drops Betting Angle After Sorsby’s Gambling Addiction Disclosure
sports-media5 months ago

CBS Sports Drops Betting Angle After Sorsby’s Gambling Addiction Disclosure

CBS Sports removed a gambling-odds angle from its coverage of Brendan Sorsby’s departure from Texas Tech after the QB disclosed a gambling addiction and sought treatment; the piece had tied his absence to FanDuel odds, prompting backlash. Sorsby reportedly placed thousands of bets and now faces an uncertain 2026 season as he focuses on treatment, highlighting the tension between sports betting’s industry growth and concerns about addiction and media ethics.

via Awful Announcing|
#college-football#gambling-addiction#media-ethics
Movement-drug cravings: hundreds report addictions linked to common Parkinson’s/Restless Legs meds
health7 months ago

Movement-drug cravings: hundreds report addictions linked to common Parkinson’s/Restless Legs meds

BBC reporting shows hundreds of patients on dopamine-agonist medications for movement disorders report impulse-control problems such as gambling, sex, and shopping addictions, leading to debt, relationship breakdowns, and even legal issues. Many patients say doctors failed to warn about these side effects, and despite changes in guidance, prescribing remains high. Regulators and courts are examining warnings and liability, with ongoing cases in Europe and calls for clearer patient information.

via BBC|
#dopamine-agonist#gambling-addiction#health
When a Restless Legs Drug Triggered a Gambling Crisis
health8 months ago

When a Restless Legs Drug Triggered a Gambling Crisis

A personal essay details how the restless legs medication pramipexole, a dopamine agonist, can provoke impulse-control disorders including compulsive gambling. The author, once a professor and novelist, describes years of addiction and financial ruin, followed by a dramatic improvement only after stopping the drug. The piece cites Mayo Clinic Proceedings data showing a 6–17% risk among users and argues that patients and many doctors remain unaware of this danger, with broader implications for treatment, regulation, and support.

via statnews.com|
#dopamine-agonists#gambling-addiction#health
Husband Steps in to Save Family from Financial Chaos
personal-finance1 year ago

Husband Steps in to Save Family from Financial Chaos

A woman writes to Slate's advice column about her husband's loyalty to his gambling-addicted family, which is causing financial strain, especially with a new baby and his recent job loss. The advice emphasizes the importance of setting boundaries, seeking joint counseling, and utilizing addiction resources to protect their financial stability and relationship.

via Slate|
#family#financial-boundaries#gambling-addiction
Thai Woman Sentenced to Death for 14 Cyanide Murders
crime1 year ago

Thai Woman Sentenced to Death for 14 Cyanide Murders

A Thai woman, Sararat Rangsiwuthaporn, has been sentenced to death for the cyanide poisoning murder of her friend, marking the first of her 14 murder trials. Sararat, an online gambling addict, allegedly swindled money from her victims before killing them. She is linked to multiple unsolved poisonings dating back to 2015. Her ex-husband and former lawyer received prison sentences for their roles in the crimes. Sararat faces numerous charges, including 13 more murder trials.

via AOL|
#crime#cyanide-poisoning#gambling-addiction
"From Scandal to Exoneration: The Rollercoaster Journey of Shohei Ohtani"
sports-addiction2 years ago

"From Scandal to Exoneration: The Rollercoaster Journey of Shohei Ohtani"

Ippei Mizuhara, an interpreter for Dodgers superstar Shohei Ohtani, is charged with felony bank fraud and court-ordered to attend a gambling addiction treatment program after allegedly stealing over $16 million to pay off his sports betting debts. Experts note that Mizuhara's behavior reflects common patterns of problem gambling, which has become more prevalent with the rise of online sports betting. Problem gambling experts emphasize the need for increased federal support and regulation to address the growing issue of gambling addiction, while a recovering gambling addict shares his own experience and recovery journey.

via The Athletic|
#gambling-addiction#ippei-mizuhara#problem-gambling