The crypto casino platform Stake is facing legal difficulties due to celebrity promotion and operational models. The Eastern District of Virginia Federal Court has accepted a related RICO class-action lawsuit, accusing multiple promoters, including well-known rapper Drake, of transferring funds through the platform's tipping feature and providing financial support for bot activities to inflate activity. Court documents show that individuals involved include popular streamer Adin Ross and others, allegedly violating relevant provisions of the Anti-Organized Crime Law. This case highlights the ongoing pressure faced by crypto gambling platforms under the US regulatory environment—from the platform's compliance obligations, to the legal responsibilities of celebrity endorsers, and to the transparency of fund flows—all of which are key points of scrutiny. The lawsuit could have a profound impact on the operational models of the entire crypto casino ecosystem.