(AsiaGameHub) -   Sportsbooks are once again gearing up for another loss as the NFL Draft kicks off tonight. These betting establishments always approach the draft with a mix of anxiety and dislike, and this year is no exception. “Bookmakers can’t stand the draft,” said Jeff Benson, Circa Sports’ Director of Operations. “It’s a ton of work with no payoff, and we have absolutely no chance of winning. We lose five to six figures annually on it.” What makes the NFL Draft such a challenging event for sportsbooks? In today’s hyper-connected information era, they can’t keep up with savvy bettors hunting for actionable insights. “When dealing with any draft market—honestly, for most places—it’s not a question of whether you win or lose, but how much you lose,” said Thomas Gable, Director of the Borgata Sportsbook. “The sharper customers will get to information before you do.” Ed Salmons, vice president of risk at the Westgate Las Vegas SuperBook, told me three years ago that he didn’t “like the draft, but it’s simply something we have to do. You have no control over it—none at all. It’s not like a game where things happen and mistakes are made.” Unlike a real game, this is an information-driven market, and as Ben Fawkes writes: “…Once credible information is released and bet on, the market can shift quickly—and no money will come back on the opposite side. That information could arrive as fast as a single post on X from ESPN’s Adam Schefter.” DraftKings Sportsbook Director Johnny Avello shared similar views. “The draft has never been an easy event to handle for betting because it doesn’t rely on power ratings,” Avello said. “It’s not a matchup between two teams where you factor in home-field advantage and other things. It’s all about information.” Sportsbooks Adjust Their Strategies to Minimize Risk Sportsbooks have taken specific steps to reduce their risk of excessive losses related to the NFL Draft. These include: Launching betting markets later Reducing bet limits Providing fewer wagering options As a result, there are far fewer opportunities for sharp bettors to exploit sportsbooks. Matt Freedman, who has been betting on the NFL Draft since 2018, is among those affected. “I think in the 2021 NFL Draft, I placed over 300 different bets—an incredible number,” Freedman said. “But since sportsbooks took heavy hits in 2020 and 2021, I don’t see an incentive for them to go back to those wide-open markets. What we have now is a good indication of what we’ll see moving forward. I’d say it’s dried up for professional bettors.” This article is provided by a third-party. AsiaGameHub (https://asiagamehub.com/) makes no warranties regarding its content. AsiaGameHub delivers targeted distribution for iGaming, Casino, and eSports, connecting 3,000+ premium Asian media outlets and 80,000+ specialized influencers across ASEAN.

(AsiaGameHub) -   The Betting and Gaming Council (BGC) has overhauled its senior leadership team amid fresh disputes and lobbying conflicts over gambling regulation and taxation in the UK. Kane Purdy, Managing Director of Gamesys Operations, has been appointed as the BGC’s new non-executive Chair. He assumes the role at the betting industry trade body with immediate effect, succeeding long-serving Chair Michael Dugher. Dugher, a former Labour MP for Barnsley East, stepped down from the position in January 2026. During his tenure, he led the organisation through a challenging regulatory phase for UK gambling, including the 2020–2023 review of the 2005 Gambling Act and the intense tax debates of the previous year. Purdy takes the helm at a time when the sector faces equally tough regulatory and financial challenges. The industry is adapting to the new tax regime launched in April 2026 and is also responding to calls from MPs and Lords for reforms to advertising and local licensing rules. “Kane brings a wealth of experience, expertise, and talent to this role, honed over two decades in the industry,” commented Grainne Hurst, Chief Executive Officer of the BGC. “He is a widely respected leader with a deep understanding of both the opportunities and responsibilities that come with operating in a regulated environment. He has also shown a strong commitment to collaboration, helping drive forward initiatives that strengthen standards and protections across the sector. “I look forward to working closely with him as we continue to champion our members, raise standards, and support a well-regulated industry that delivers for customers, the economy, and communities across the country.” Before joining Gamesys, Purdy worked at BetVictor from 2006 to 2008 as an IT Service Delivery Manager and at Betfred from 2008 to 2009 as an Operations Manager. He took on the Managing Director role at Gamesys in 2013 following a three-year stint at the now-defunct online and telephone operator Stan James. Kane Purdy, new Chair of the BGC – Source: BGC “I am honoured and delighted to take on the role of Chair of the Betting and Gaming Council,” Purdy stated. “After 20 years in the industry, I understand the importance of working collectively to meet challenges, raise standards, and ensure the regulated sector continues to thrive. “I look forward to collaborating closely with Grainne and the team, as well as with members across the industry, to build on the strong progress already made and help shape the future direction of the BGC.” At the BGC Annual Summit in February, Grainne Hurst noted that the trade body would continue to lobby for sustainable industry governance, with members ready to work alongside authorities to tackle the growing encroachment of the black market – something the BGC views as the “next generational threat to the UK gambling sector.” This article is provided by a third-party. AsiaGameHub (https://asiagamehub.com/) makes no warranties regarding its content. AsiaGameHub delivers targeted distribution for iGaming, Casino, and eSports, connecting 3,000+ premium Asian media outlets and 80,000+ specialized influencers across ASEAN.

(AsiaGameHub) -   If prediction markets ever stop offering sports event contracts, what will Kalshi users place bets on? Could it be the weather? An analysis of Kalshi’s trading volume from January 1 to April 20 this year suggests that might indeed be the case. Two of Kalshi’s most popular non-sports markets center on daily high/low temperatures and precipitation. Our colleague Alex Weldon conducted an in-depth data dive, finding that the combined daily trading volume across both weather-related markets on Kalshi has averaged approximately $3,056,405 since the start of the year. A notable detail: for precipitation markets, Kalshi traders were far more active in betting on potential snowfall during winter months. The peak volume for precipitation markets was on January 4, hitting $5,401,881. Since March began, the highest trading volume—$453,231—was recorded on April 7. UFC Trading Volume Matches Weather Markets To provide context, we looked for a niche sport with trading volume comparable to Kalshi’s weather markets. UFC performed well in a direct comparison with the combined weather markets. From January 1 to April 20, daily trading volume for UFC bets averaged $2,903,762, roughly equal to the weather markets. Unsurprisingly, UFC betting activity was higher around actual events. The largest trading day came on April 11 for UFC 327 in Miami, which generated $45,019,798 in volume. We also analyzed a broader range of sports to compare their trading volumes. The UFC’s figures are modest compared to the NBA, which saw daily trading volume exceeding $100 million on eight occasions. The day after our monitoring period ended (a Tuesday), the NBA recorded $146,947,748 in trades—this year-to-date high coincided with three playoff games: Philadelphia 76ers vs. Boston Celtics, Portland Trailblazers vs. San Antonio Spurs, and Houston Rockets vs. Los Angeles Lakers. Below is the data on sports trading volumes from the start of the year through April 20: Sport Daily Trading Volume NBA$69,180,261PGA$11,579,225UFC$2,903,762Formula 1$141,059Cricket $117,123Rugby$3,782 The PGA’s trading volume spiked sharply during The Masters week (April 6-12), with $107,579,136 traded on the tournament’s final day. Last week’s RBC Heritage Classic in Hilton Head, which concluded on April 19, generated $18,623,390 in trading volume. During The Masters week, sports accounted for 85.8% of Kalshi’s total trading volume. That percentage dropped to 82.5% last week, but it’s clear that sports remain the lifeblood of prediction markets. This article is provided by a third-party. AsiaGameHub (https://asiagamehub.com/) makes no warranties regarding its content. AsiaGameHub delivers targeted distribution for iGaming, Casino, and eSports, connecting 3,000+ premium Asian media outlets and 80,000+ specialized influencers across ASEAN.

(AsiaGameHub) -   GR8 Tech is enhancing its suite of engagement and retention tools to assist operators in transforming temporary visitor surges into sustained value in the lead-up to the 2026 World Cup.  Although major sporting events consistently generate surges in new sign-ups and deposits, the true business hurdle, as noted by the provider, is maintaining player activity after the initial few visits.  “While the World Cup can fuel large-scale player acquisition, it is retention that ultimately defines commercial success,” stated Kateryna Shevchenko, CRM Product Manager at GR8 Tech.  “Solutions that enable operators to act at the optimal time, offer transparent rewards, and minimize the workload involved in player engagement are key to maximizing the return on investment from such events – which is our primary focus.” A core component of this upgrade is a revamped loyalty program designed to boost transparency and sustained interaction, especially with the most valuable players. Players accumulate points from both casino and sports betting play, advancing through levels that provide access to improved reward terms. These feature organized cashback promotions on daily, weekly, and monthly bases, with comprehensive support for multiple currencies and cryptocurrencies. Integrated risk and fraud management features are also built into the system, enabling operators to react swiftly to shifts in player behavior while curbing the misuse of bonuses. Acknowledging that a string of losses is a major reason players leave, GR8 Tech has implemented an automated intervention system. Operators can define limits for losing bets, triggering the platform to issue a compensatory reward automatically within moments of the bet being settled. The goal is to alleviate disappointment at pivotal times and stop players from drifting away. GR8 Tech consolidates recent enhancements The firm is also tackling points of friction for new players by offering more choice in how they claim bonuses. Directly within the payment screen, users can now select, adjust, or decline bonus offers instead of being forced into a predetermined choice.  This development follows the company's statement last week about having 'prepared its casino vertical accordingly' for the upcoming World Cup.  The company has also recently upgraded its sportsbook platform and secured iconic football manager Jose Mourinho as a brand ambassador. This article is provided by a third-party. AsiaGameHub (https://asiagamehub.com/) makes no warranties regarding its content. AsiaGameHub delivers targeted distribution for iGaming, Casino, and eSports, connecting 3,000+ premium Asian media outlets and 80,000+ specialized influencers across ASEAN.

(AsiaGameHub) -   A prominent预测 technology figure in the European betting sector forecasts that the UK, France, Italy, and Germany might be displaced as the continent's top gambling markets. DATA.BET, a Cyprus-based supplier of sports and esports betting solutions, has highlighted the rising tax rates across Europe in its 2026 outlook, anticipating a shift in the industry's "balance of power." Taxes are undoubtedly expected to significantly impact the sector this year—a perspective shared not only by DATA.BET but also by numerous major gambling PLCs, including Flutter Entertainment, Entain, evoke, Betsson, and others. In its 2025 Sportsbook Report, DATA.BET referenced the scale of the British, Italian, French, and German markets, noting revenues of €30.8bn (£26.7m), €25.5bn, €18.8bn, and €17.8bn, respectively. Nevertheless, betting in the UK, France, and Germany now faces substantial taxes, such as the UK's new Remote Gaming Duty (RGD) of 40% (increased from 21%). Conversely, Italy offers a relatively favorable tax environment but enforces strict regulations, particularly regarding marketing. These circumstances could result in a changing of the guard, according to DATA.BET, which states that "as newly introduced legislation and tightening tax policies reshape the operating environment, the regional balance of power is unlikely to remain unchanged." Like all stakeholders in the European betting landscape, DATA.BET is incorporating the continent's tax and regulatory landscape into its strategic planning. The firm is prioritizing infrastructure reliability, risk management, and the expansion of its product ecosystem and content coverage to enhance engagement, thereby establishing a defense against the aforementioned challenges. Taxation isn't the only factor For the past year, it appears that taxation was the sole topic of conversation in iGaming. This was particularly evident in the UK, SBC News' home country, during the summer and autumn as the sector prepared for the HM Treasury's budget in November 2025. However, DATA.BET has identified non-tax factors it believes will shape the industry in 2026. The company anticipates a continued shift toward mobile-first consumption of betting products and content, fueled by 5G adoption. It also predicts increased convergence between gaming and betting audiences, largely driven by esports; a move toward operational speed, stability, and scale rather than technicality; and a growing significance for low-tier and semi-pro tournaments, which occur more often than major tier-one events. Given these various factors, how is DATA.BET positioned in 2026? The company reported a 55% rise in gross gaming revenue (GGR) in 2025, driven by a 105% surge in monthly active users and an 82% jump in daily active users. Additionally, it has grown its client network, with fully integrated partners increasing by over 200%. "We believe that transparency builds trust and propels the entire industry forward," stated Yurii Berest, Chief Executive Officer of DATA.BET. "At DATA.BET sits at the core of everything we do, and this report reflects that. With the addition of sports betting last year, we aim to demonstrate how our product continues to evolve and improve, and how we assist operators in growing their revenue through effective betting." This article is provided by a third-party. AsiaGameHub (https://asiagamehub.com/) makes no warranties regarding its content. AsiaGameHub delivers targeted distribution for iGaming, Casino, and eSports, connecting 3,000+ premium Asian media outlets and 80,000+ specialized influencers across ASEAN.

(AsiaGameHub) -   Over 50% of students in two South Korean regions report encountering or engaging with internet gambling advertisements. According to the South Korean daily Kangwon Ilbo, these results come from a study on youth gambling ordered by the Korea Gambling Problem Prevention and Treatment Center. The organization discovered that 56% of minors in Gangwon and Jeju had been exposed to gambling marketing content. More than 5% of those surveyed admitted to having gambled, a figure exceeding the nationwide average of approximately 3%. The center noted that the typical age for a first online wager among these youths was 12 and a half years. The center attributed the surge in youth gambling in these regions to peer influence and insufficient recreational options designed for young people. Minors informed the center that they frequently encounter ads promoting cash-betting games, illicit sports wagering, and internet casinos while browsing the web or using mobile applications. Some of the largest casinos in South Korea are located in Gangwon and Jeju. A news report by South Korean broadcaster MBN regarding a criminal event at a Jeju casino in the previous year. Children: Gambling Ads Have Become Ubiquitous In response, the center plans to introduce a campaign targeting youth to curb compulsive gambling, which will include interactive workshops for young people. The center stated that this anti-gambling campaign aligns with fresh regulations enacted by the National Assembly. Legislators recently approved changes to the Act on the Supervision of the Korea Gambling Control Commission, mandating that schools conduct gambling prevention education at least biannually. “Youth gambling is emerging as a critical issue,” a center spokesperson remarked. “Illegal wagering is increasingly common among the youth, becoming integrated into their everyday lives.” Law enforcement agencies across the nation have initiated amnesty programs for youth involved in gambling offenses. Officers indicated that minors and young adults who surrender during these amnesty windows will be granted pardons or reduced sentences. Concurrently, Korea Sports Leisure, the state sports lottery operator, has reiterated its request for whistleblowers on illegal sports betting to step forward. According to the Dong-A Ilbo, the operator is providing monetary rewards for information resulting in arrests. Korea Sports Leisure announced potential payouts of up to 200 million won (exceeding $135,000). Additionally, it urged athletes to report any knowledge of attempted match-fixing. This article is provided by a third-party. AsiaGameHub (https://asiagamehub.com/) makes no warranties regarding its content. AsiaGameHub delivers targeted distribution for iGaming, Casino, and eSports, connecting 3,000+ premium Asian media outlets and 80,000+ specialized influencers across ASEAN.

(AsiaGameHub) -   Kevin Thomson, a former Rangers footballer, has disclosed that he was suspended for gambling during his tenure as a coach at the club. However, he asserts that he didn’t enter the betting shop to place a wager—he only needed to use the restroom. Thomson made 71 appearances for Rangers between 2007 and 2010. After retiring as a player in 2016, he took on a role as a youth coach at the club, and it was during this period that he was suspended for violating betting regulations. He shared details of the internal suspension in a conversation with Charlie Mulgrew, a former player for rival team Celtic, on The Breakdown podcast earlier this week. “I was only going in for the toilet,” Thomson claimed. “I was that miserable, I didn’t want to put a bet on. I just wanted the toilet.” Young Players Encouraged the Bet Still, the ex-Scotland international did place a football bet. He states that the under-14 youth players he coached prompted him to make the wager. “The lads were chatting about coupons (parlays) and all that,” Thomson said. “I wasn’t into coupons; I preferred horse racing and never really cared much for football betting. And since the boys were asking: do you fancy this team? You fancy that team? It planted a bit of a seed.” Needing to use the toilet urgently, Thomson got off the team bus on the way back from a match in Aberdeen, northern Scotland. The bus stopped near a William Hill betting shop—though such venues are becoming rarer in the UK as the company closes locations due to higher taxes. But the toilet door was locked. To get the key, Thomson told the shop assistant he planned to place a bet. After using the restroom, he wagered £20 (about $27) on a four-team parlay. CCTV Footage Catches the Incident The bet was successful, but instead of collecting the winnings himself, Thomson asked a colleague to go to the William Hill shop. “So he went in and collected my winnings on my behalf, which now looks suspicious,” Thomson said. “There was no suspicion in it.” However, club management was notified of the incident after CCTV cameras identified the Rangers coach. UK Rules Strictly Prohibit Players and Staff From Betting UK betting regulations ban players and coaching staff from placing any wagers on football. Several other players have faced penalties for gambling offenses, including an English player who received a five-month ban last year. Thomson received a lighter punishment because the matter was handled internally; he said he was given a two-match suspended ban. He left Rangers in 2021 and now runs his own football school, the Kevin Thomson Academy. This article is provided by a third-party. AsiaGameHub (https://asiagamehub.com/) makes no warranties regarding its content. AsiaGameHub delivers targeted distribution for iGaming, Casino, and eSports, connecting 3,000+ premium Asian media outlets and 80,000+ specialized influencers across ASEAN.

(AsiaGameHub) -   BETER is setting its sights on the future as it broadens its content portfolio and enters new markets. At the SBC Summit Rio, BETER’s Chief Revenue Officer, Chuck Robert Robinson, met with SBC Noticias’ Ana Maria Menezes to talk about the firm's approach to eFootball, its broader objectives for player engagement, and the role of AI, regulation, and the worldwide betting market. European focus is on scaling. BETER's European strategy is evolving. Robinson characterizes the market as "more mature from a regulatory perspective," adding that they have gained a better insight into customer demands over the past year. Consequently, the company's aim in Europe is to scale effectively, identifying the optimal point with current clients to deliver substantial value at a fair cost. Achieving this also depends on consistently ensuring the integrity of their content. Excelling in this area provides BETER with the credibility and assurance operators require to trust they are receiving a top-tier product. “Filling the gaps” A significant portion of the discussion focused on how BETER's eSports and eSim content is intended to complement traditional sports instead of directly rivalling it. Referencing experiences from Euro 2024 and the Copa America 2024, Robinson explained that their eFootball content sees high engagement before matches, at halftime, and for up to three hours post-game. These are typically times when operators experience a major decline in user activity. Robinson observed, “As the tournament progresses and the number of matches decreases, our operators rely more on our content to maintain bettor engagement.” With the 2026 FIFA World Cup approaching, Robinson expressed confidence that demand for this supplementary content will grow substantially, noting that leading operators are already adding BETER's eSim products to their traditional sports sections. Integrity as a commercial differentiator Robinson emphasized that integrity has transitioned from a regulatory requirement to a central commercial offering. BETER's integrity framework is built on three pillars – education, due diligence, and prosecution – with Robinson highlighting its importance as the company expands into regulated markets like Peru, Argentina, Brazil, and the United States. AI: more than just a buzzword Discussing the future inevitably involves the global impact of AI. Robinson stated that BETER is similarly leveraging the technology. He explained that BETER is implementing AI throughout its operations, mainly to accelerate the development and pricing of betting markets, thereby decreasing dependence on manual trading. The technology is also used in its integrity monitoring system to detect irregularities within its catalog of 750,000 yearly events. Scaling across 150 markets Managing operations at its present scale poses difficulties, but Robinson identifies compliance and legal frameworks as the key facilitators. With a presence in 150 nations and a clientele comprising both B2B and B2C operators, Robinson stated that ensuring regulatory compliance across this extensive network is the team's biggest operational hurdle. However, when executed successfully, it transforms into the most distinct competitive edge a provider of their kind can possess. This article is provided by a third-party. AsiaGameHub (https://asiagamehub.com/) makes no warranties regarding its content. AsiaGameHub delivers targeted distribution for iGaming, Casino, and eSports, connecting 3,000+ premium Asian media outlets and 80,000+ specialized influencers across ASEAN.

(AsiaGameHub) -   Sportradar's stock price has plunged by nearly a quarter after a report from Muddy Waters Research alleged the firm is complicit in supporting unlawful gambling operations. Titled "Sportradar AG: Putting the BET into Aiding and Abetting," the report contends that up to 40% of the company's income could be derived from illicit operators. While Sportradar is the globe's leading sports data and integrity firm, Muddy Waters asserts this is merely a cover for its core activity of enabling illegal betting. The report states, "SRAD’s CEO likes to call his company the FBI of gambling. The FBI does not offer to introduce informants to human traffickers at trade shows." Undercover Investigation These claims originate from a covert operation at the ICE 2026 conference in Barcelona. Investigators from Muddy Waters posed as founders of a new sportsbook aiming to enter Asian markets. They informed Sportradar's sales representatives of their intent to attract customers in Vietnam, China, Thailand, and Indonesia—all nations with stringent prohibitions on gambling. Despite the laws, underground operators are widespread and have even secured celebrity promoters. Ryan Giggs recently faced criticism for advertising a platform that professed to be Vietnam's top online betting site. Although Sportradar says it watches the illegal sector "very closely," Muddy Waters calls "this a lie." The sales team showed no hesitation when probed about accessing prohibited markets, stating they "serve everyone" and proposing an introduction to the Yabo Group, China's biggest illegal gambling entity. Report Could Have Damaging Impact Muddy Waters Research acknowledges holding a short position against Sportradar. The firm is recognized for releasing exposés on public companies, typically after taking such short positions. The report has already hurt the share price, but the consequences could be broader. As Muddy Waters highlighted, Sportradar (SRAD) possesses B2B licenses in jurisdictions where it is expected to maintain Know Your Customer (KYC) and anti-money laundering (AML) protocols. Furthermore, it has alliances with sports leagues that must trust it to safeguard match integrity. Sportradar reported it oversaw more than 1 million sports events last year and said suspected match-fixing incidents declined. However, Muddy Waters argues the facade of protecting integrity is simply a cover to earn money from illegal gambling. "The paradox is structural," the report explains. "SRAD requires the lower-tier leagues for profit margins. It requires the integrity program to gain access to those leagues. It requires the illegal operators to increase income and assist with covering expenses." Cambodia at Center of Illegal Gambling Networks The charge that Sportradar is abetting not just illegal gambling but also human trafficking arises from the activities of Asian criminal syndicates. Muddy Waters alleges the Yabo Group's "Cambodian call centers are operated by trafficked and enslaved laborers." Authorities in Cambodia and nearby areas have moved against these operations, with the US and UK imposing sanctions on the suspected networks. Beyond housing illegal online gambling, these centers are also accused of running global scam operations. A raid on one location last December reportedly found lions that were allegedly used to torture gamblers who owed debts. Indonesian officials recently announced they had broken up an online gambling ring connected to Cambodia. Nevertheless, Amnesty International alleges that Cambodia's government is involved in permitting these unlawful gambling networks to persist. Stake & bet365 Among Companies Implicated in Report Beyond assisting illegal operators in restricted Asian markets, Muddy Waters further alleges Sportradar is advancing the black market in Russia and helping firms like Stake to function in the US without a license. The report also names bet365 as conducting illegal activities in prohibited markets. The company is confronting legal action in New Zealand over accusations it targeted customers there using offshore licenses from Gibraltar and Malta. The 123-page document identifies several other gambling companies. Regulators globally might soon initiate probes into Sportradar's practices. Sportradar was asked for a statement but had not replied by the publication deadline. This article is provided by a third-party. AsiaGameHub (https://asiagamehub.com/) makes no warranties regarding its content. AsiaGameHub delivers targeted distribution for iGaming, Casino, and eSports, connecting 3,000+ premium Asian media outlets and 80,000+ specialized influencers across ASEAN.

(AsiaGameHub) -   Caesars Entertainment is currently confronting a class action lawsuit over alleged data breaches that occurred in 2023 and once more earlier this year. The firm experienced a highly publicized security compromise in September 2023. The lawsuit claims the company failed to address its security flaws and suffered another data hack in early 2026. The plaintiff, Mark Huddleston, asserts his data was stolen by cybercriminals, and holds Caesars responsible for failing to properly safeguard his personal information. “Caesars ignored the rights of the Plaintiff and Class Members by negligently failing to implement reasonable measures to safeguard Private Information and by skipping necessary steps to prevent unauthorized disclosure of that information,” the complaint states. “Caesars’s woefully inadequate data security measures made the Data Breach a foreseeable, and even likely, consequence of its negligence.” Huddleston is a Texas resident and states he has been a Caesars Rewards member since 2007. He submitted the lawsuit to the U.S. District Court in Nevada, where Caesars maintains its headquarters. Caesars Paid Ransom to Limit Harm From the Hack In 2023, Caesars is reported to have paid a $15 million ransom to the hacking group Scattered Spider. At the time, Caesars released a statement saying, “We have taken steps to ensure that the stolen data is deleted by the unauthorized actor, although we cannot guarantee this result. We are actively monitoring the internet and have not found any evidence that the data has been further shared, published, or otherwise misused.” The lawsuit alleges that the breach exposed Huddleston and other similarly affected individuals to “threats of identity theft crimes, fraud, scams, and other misuses of their Private Information.” It notes the lawsuit meets class action eligibility requirements as total damages exceed $5 million stemming from the compromise of more than 100 customers’ data. Caesars Delayed Notifying Authorities and Users The Scattered Spider attack specifically targeted Caesars Rewards members, impacting as many as 65 million users. Caesars did not immediately alert authorities or its customers of the incident. In a LinkedIn post, Cybersecurity Strategist Matthew Rosenquist claims the actual attack took place in August 2023, but Caesars did not report it until September. The company then mailed a notification letter to users (copy included below) in October. “Time is of the essence when highly sensitive Private Information is subject to unauthorized access and/or acquisition,” the lawsuit states. “The disclosed, accessed, and/or acquired Private Information of Plaintiff and Class Members is now likely available on the Dark Web.” Second Breach Took Place Earlier This Year The lawsuit claims that Caesars failed to adequately protect data following the 2023 attack, leading to a second breach earlier this year. This incident has received far less public attention, but the lawsuit references a March article that cites social media rumors of another attack. A post on X alleged that Caesars employees lost access to Okta, an internal system used to manage login credentials. Update: Caesars employees have lost mobile access to Okta (software that helps manage logins across internal systems), presumably as a preventative measure. The last time Caesars was hacked, gaining access to the Okta platform was a key vulnerability resulting in the data breach. https://t.co/u6SUNzLRkQ— Vital Vegas (@VitalVegas) March 3, 2026 The lawsuit alleges that the stolen data includes, “at a minimum, Plaintiff’s and Class Members’ contact information and dates of birth. But based on the types of Private Information that were taken in the 2023 breach, it can be expected that even more sensitive information, including Social Security numbers and driver’s license numbers were also stolen in 2026.” The complaint alleges that the repeated breaches violate Federal Trade Commission’s (FTC) guidelines. The FTC did not issue any sanctions against Caesars for the 2023 breach. Last year, the company was ordered to pay a $7.8 million fine over anti-money laundering failures. The casino group is alleged to have allowed illegal bookmakers to launder funds at its properties. Earlier this month, a former employee also filed a lawsuit against the company, alleging his termination was the result of racial discrimination. This article is provided by a third-party. AsiaGameHub (https://asiagamehub.com/) makes no warranties regarding its content. AsiaGameHub delivers targeted distribution for iGaming, Casino, and eSports, connecting 3,000+ premium Asian media outlets and 80,000+ specialized influencers across ASEAN.