All articles tagged with #gambling addiction
The U.S. sports betting and online casino industry is rapidly expanding, generating significant tax revenue but also leading to increased financial and emotional distress among young men, with rising bankruptcy, debt, and helpline calls, compounded by AI-driven marketing and industry growth.
The article discusses the recent crackdown on illegal sports gambling involving high-profile figures like Miami Heat's Terry Rozier, highlights concerns over the impact of legalized sports betting on American sports culture, and explores how betting is contributing to gambling addiction and social isolation among fans.
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.
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.
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.
Shohei Ohtani's former interpreter, Ippei Mizuhara, has agreed to undergo court-ordered gambling addiction treatment after being accused of stealing $16 million from Ohtani to pay off debts. Mizuhara faces up to 30 years in prison if convicted of bank fraud. Ohtani expressed gratitude for the investigation and stated his focus on baseball. The interpreter's attorney stated that Mizuhara wishes to apologize to Ohtani, the Dodgers, MLB, and his family. The criminal complaint detailed the alleged scheme, and Mizuhara was released on an unsecured bond with strict conditions. Ohtani is not implicated in the case and is cooperating with investigators.
Shohei Ohtani's former interpreter, Ippei Mizuhara, has agreed to undergo court-ordered gambling addiction treatment after being accused of stealing $16 million from Ohtani to pay off debts. Mizuhara faces up to 30 years in prison if convicted of bank fraud. The judge ordered him to seek treatment as a condition of his bond, and he expressed a desire to resolve the case quickly and take responsibility. Ohtani expressed gratitude for the investigation and stated his focus on baseball, while the Dodgers manager confirmed that Ohtani has not been implicated in the case and has handled the situation well.
Ippei Mizuhara, former interpreter for baseball star Shohei Ohtani, was released on bond and apologized after appearing in court on a bank fraud charge for allegedly stealing $16 million from Ohtani to cover illegal gambling debts. Mizuhara's attorney stated that he is cooperating with the legal process and seeking to resolve the case quickly. The court ordered Mizuhara to undergo gambling addiction treatment and refrain from contact with bookmakers or Ohtani. Prosecutors have publicly exonerated Ohtani, emphasizing that he was a victim in the case.
Shohei Ohtani's ex-interpreter, Ippei Mizuhara, allegedly lost over $40 million through sports betting, leading to a felony bank fraud charge for stealing more than $16 million from Ohtani to cover gambling debts. Craig Carton suggests that Ohtani may not have been aware of Mizuhara's extensive gambling due to the nature of compulsive gamblers as skilled liars and hiders. Mizuhara reportedly placed about 19,000 bets, averaging roughly $12,800 per wager, and turned himself in to authorities. Surprisingly, there is no evidence of Mizuhara betting on baseball, and Carton expresses concern for Mizuhara's well-being due to the insidious nature of gambling addiction.
Federal prosecutors have charged Ippei Mizuhara, the longtime translator of Dodgers superstar Shohei Ohtani, with bank fraud for allegedly stealing over $16 million from Ohtani's bank account to support his gambling addiction. Mizuhara is accused of placing approximately 19,000 bets and losing over $40 million, with some funds used for personal expenses and baseball card purchases. The complaint details Mizuhara's efforts to hide the theft from Ohtani, who claims he was unaware of the illegal gambling. The case also reveals threatening messages from the bookmaker to Mizuhara and the emotional impact of the alleged betrayal on Ohtani.
In the first week of sports betting in North Carolina, over $198 million was wagered, with the operators collectively netting over $42 million. The North Carolina Lottery Commission released these statistics, revealing that they won a little over $141 million, and operators have to pay an 18% tax on their net winnings. The widespread advertising for sports betting indicates its growing popularity, but resources for gambling addiction are also being promoted.
Lawmakers are using the scandal involving Shohei Ohtani's interpreter to draw attention to the issue of gambling addiction and push for tighter regulations on the sports betting industry. The SAFE Bet Act and the GRIT Act have been introduced to address the public health crisis of gambling addiction and to regulate sports betting. The scandal has sparked debate about the need for more stringent oversight of the industry, with concerns raised about the impact of legalized sports gambling and its potential to exacerbate gambling addiction.
A Powerball ticket sold in Michigan won $1 million by matching five winning numbers but not the Powerball, just missing out on the estimated $623 million jackpot. The grand prize rises to an estimated $645 million for the next drawing. The winning ticket was sold online, and nearly 50,000 other tickets in Michigan won prizes ranging from $4 to $50,000. The odds of scoring the jackpot prize are 1 in 292,201,338, and Powerball is played in 45 states, Washington, D.C., Puerto Rico, and the U.S. Virgin Islands.
A Powerball ticket sold in New Jersey just missed out on the $623 million jackpot, winning $1 million by matching five winning numbers but not the Powerball. The next drawing is estimated to have a $645 million jackpot. The odds of winning the jackpot prize are 1 in 292,201,338, and Powerball is played in 45 states, Washington, D.C., Puerto Rico, and the U.S. Virgin Islands. The article also provides information on responsible gambling and where to seek help for gambling addiction.
A former Jacksonville Jaguars employee, Amit Patel, has been sentenced to 78 months in prison for embezzling $22 million from the team. Patel, who pleaded guilty to wire fraud and making illegal transactions, used the stolen money for gambling losses on Draft Kings and FanDuel, luxury purchases, and personal expenses. Prosecutors revealed that Patel also bought cryptocurrency, NFTs, and made extravagant purchases, while his lawyers attributed his actions to a gambling addiction. The ex-employee has been ordered to pay full restitution to the Jaguars.