An Illinois man filed a lawsuit against DraftKings, alleging the sportsbook's use of algorithms and targeted notifications fueled his gambling addiction, leading him to lose over $2 million and his job. The 32-year-old claims DraftKings' VIP program encouraged him to increase bets, draining personal loans, credit cards, a 401(k), and his wedding fund. He was diagnosed with severe gambling disorder and suicidal ideation after his employer terminated him due to his betting problem. This case adds to growing legal scrutiny of sportsbooks' responsibility for gambling addiction, following similar lawsuits and historic rulings on addictive digital products.
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