BetMGM's New Stance: Zero Tolerance on Athlete Harassment

BetMGM has updated its terms of service to explicitly prohibit harassment of athletes, coaches, and other personnel. The move aims to reinforce sports integrity and player safety, with account suspension for confirmed harassment instances. The change aligns with broader responsible gambling initiatives.

BetMGM announced a significant update to its terms of service, explicitly banning harassment of athletes, coaches, and associated personnel. This measure is designed to preserve sports integrity and enhance player safety. Customers found guilty of harassment face account suspension.

The update included a statement from Rhea Loney, BetMGM's chief compliance officer, who emphasized the company's commitment to safeguarding the sports environment. Barry Sanders, a renowned Pro Football Hall of Famer and BetMGM ambassador, highlighted that this change serves as a firm stance against harassment in sports betting.

This policy reform is part of BetMGM's broader responsible gambling initiatives, accentuated by educational campaigns in multiple football stadiums. The initiative follows incidents of athlete harassment, including those experienced by Gabby Thomas and Elina Svitolina, spotlighting the need for such protective measures.