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Gambling News - 'Crime'
Industry
September 13, 2023
Husband and Wife at the Focus of Tabcorp Insider Trading Scandal
Crimes related to insider trading are difficult to uncover but not impossible. A new report suggests that an experienced bettor, who received insider information from his wife, was found guilty of seven charges and received a fine as well. As reported by The Sydney Morning Herald, Nathan Snow, a professional punter who is claimed to […]
Casino
September 11, 2023
Former Gun Lake Casino Employee Faces Federal Theft Charges
Jordan Lewis Cook, a former Gun Lake Casino employee responsible for maintaining and unclogging the casino’s cash-out machines, has confessed to stealing over $84,500 in cash over a span of 14 months. The Casino Worker to Return $84,564 Stolen from Indian Tribal Organization The federal charge against Cook is for theft from an Indian Tribal […]
Industry
September 8, 2023
FBI Blames Lazarus Group for $41M Stake.com Cyberattack
A few days ago, Stake.com, one of the biggest online operators in the world, suffered a devastating cyberattack, losing a whopping $41.35 million in cryptocurrencies in the process. This forced the company to temporarily halt withdrawals and implement measures to ensure the funds of its users are safe. Stake.com resumed its services a few hours […]
Industry
September 8, 2023
Former Aria Operations Manager Accused of Embezzling $770K
Financial crimes are difficult to solve, but not impossible. With such crimes, there’s always a trace that is linked to the money and this is precisely the case of a former employee at the Aria on the Las Vegas Strip that was accused of stealing more than $770,000 in fraudulent hotel reservation refunds. As reported […]
Blockchain
September 5, 2023
Stake.com Impacted by Cyberattack, Loses $41 Million
The iGaming and crypto betting giant, Stake.com, was the latest victim of an attack from hackers that resulted in losses of some $41 million in cryptocurrencies. The crypto betting and online gambling platform confirmed that it has identified unauthorized transactions on Monday via a post on X, formerly Twitter. Stake revealed that unauthorized transactions were […]
Industry
September 1, 2023
Former New Hampshire Senator Accused of Fraudulent COVID-19 Relief Spending
Former New Hampshire senator Andy Sanborn, owner of the Concord Casino, is now under intense scrutiny after allegations of COVID-19 relief fraud and extravagant personal spending. The state’s Attorney General John Formella and the Lottery Commission jointly announced that Sanborn is considered “not suitable” to be involved in charitable gaming due to the alleged misconduct. […]
Industry
September 1, 2023
Cartel Head Related to Casino Arson in Mexico Sentenced
A deadly fire at Casino Royale located in Monterrey, Mexico, dating to August 2011, resulted in the death of 52 guests. The arson attack was conducted by a criminal organization known as the Los Zetas. Now, more than a decade after the deadly crime, Luis Adán Gómez Vázquez, who also used the alias José Pérez […]
Industry
August 29, 2023
Man Allegedly Involved in Illegal Gambling Ring Arrested after 10 Years
In the United States, offering illegal gambling activities is a criminal offense that is punishable by imprisonment and in some cases fines. A new report released by WWLP reveals that a person, who was charged 13 years ago in Massachusetts for his alleged participation in an illegal gambling ring was arrested earlier this month. The […]
Industry
August 24, 2023
Former Wells Fargo Advisor Jailed for Gambling-Driven Fraud Scheme
An investment advisor previously employed by Wells Fargo, based in Union County, New Jersey, has been handed a three-year and six-month prison sentence for orchestrating a sophisticated financial fraud scheme, resulting in a total loss of $626,478 for five clients. Exploitative Financial Advisor Preys on Vulnerable Clients The 39-year-old defendant manipulated the trust of his […]
Legal
August 24, 2023
Philippines Arrests 1,245 Suspects Tied to Illegal E-Sabong Gambling
The Philippine News Agency confirmed the news, saying that the country’s police authorities have conducted a massive operation in the period between July 1, 2022, through August 15, 2023, resulting in the arrest of more than a thousand individuals. E-Sabong Continues to Thrive Despite Police Efforts The operation is part of the Philippines’ efforts to […]