YouTubers Josh Pieters and Archie Manners conducted an experiment to test the theory that a remote-controlled vibrating suppository could be used to cheat in a chess game. They successfully used a code and vibrating object to communicate moves to a novice player, who defeated a grandmaster. The experiment highlights the potential for creative cheating methods in chess and renews calls for stricter controls in tournaments.
Chess grandmaster Hans Niemann has vehemently denied allegations of cheating in over-the-board chess, specifically using vibrating sex toys to receive signals for moves. The accusations emerged on social media after Niemann's victory over Magnus Carlsen in 2022. Niemann had previously admitted to cheating in online games but denied cheating in over-the-board matches. A report by Chess.com later alleged that Niemann "likely cheated" in over 100 online matches. Niemann filed a defamation lawsuit against Chess.com, Carlsen, and Hikaru Nakamura, which was dismissed by a judge. Cheating in chess has become more prevalent with the rise of technology, prompting online platforms to develop anti-cheating measures.
Chess grandmaster Hans Niemann has denied using a vibrating sex toy to cheat during a match against Magnus Carlsen in the Sinquefield Cup. Niemann, who won the match, was accused of cheating by Carlsen, leading to a $100m lawsuit between the two players. Niemann spoke about the scrutiny he has faced and stated that he did not cheat. He also filed a defamation lawsuit against Carlsen, Chess.com, and another grandmaster. Chess.com stood by its report on Niemann but acknowledged that there was no determinative evidence of cheating in in-person games.
Magnus Carlsen and Hans Niemann have resolved their dispute over cheating allegations that arose after Niemann defeated Carlsen in the Sinquefield Cup last year. The dispute led to a $100 million lawsuit and divided the chess community. Chess.com, which acquired Carlsen's Play Magnus Group, had barred Niemann and accused him of cheating multiple times. However, investigations by computer chess experts supported Niemann's denial of cheating. The parties have now reached a settlement, and Chess.com has reinstated Niemann without restrictions. Carlsen has acknowledged that there is no determinative evidence of cheating and is willing to play Niemann in future events.
A $100 million lawsuit filed by American grandmaster Hans Niemann against Magnus Carlsen and Chess.com in connection with the cheating scandal that rocked the world of chess last fall has been dismissed by a federal judge. Niemann had alleged that the defendants were "unlawfully colluding to blacklist him" from professional chess. Niemann's attorneys noted that only part of the lawsuit was dismissed "with prejudice," meaning those specific claims cannot be re-filed at a later time. Niemann will now take his claims to state court.
A federal judge has dismissed GM Hans Niemann's $100 million lawsuit against GMs Magnus Carlsen, Hikaru Nakamura, Chess.com, the Play Magnus Group, and IM Daniel Rensch. Niemann had claimed slander, libel, unlawful group boycott under the Sherman Act, tortious interference with contract and business expectancies, and civil conspiracy. The judge dismissed federal claims and declined to hear state claims, but left the door open for the case to be re-filed in a state court. The lawsuit was part of a big chess cheating scandal in the fall of last year.
