Global superstar Drake, popular streamer Adin Ross, and crypto-betting platform Stake are being sued in Missouri for allegedly running a deceptive online gambling operation that misled users into real-money betting under the guise of “social gaming.”
Filed on October 27, 2025, in Jackson County Circuit Court, the 34-page class-action lawsuit accuses Stake.us of violating Missouri’s gambling laws by operating an unlicensed casino.
The platform, a U.S. offshoot of Stake.com, allegedly used a dual-currency system—“Gold Coins” for play money and “Stake Cash” for redeemable value—to circumvent U.S. regulations and allow users to gamble for cash prizes.
The complaint also names Drake and Adin Ross as co-defendants, claiming both stars were paid millions to promote Stake through livestreams and social media, misleading fans into believing they were gambling their own money. The lawsuit contends this marketing tactic encouraged risky gambling behavior among young, impressionable audiences.
Legal analysts say the case could become a landmark moment for the regulation of crypto-gambling platforms and celebrity-endorsed betting content. If successful, it could set new standards for influencer accountability in the fast-growing online casino industry.
While Stake has yet to issue an official response, it has denied similar allegations in other states. Neither Drake nor Adin Ross has commented publicly on the ongoing litigation.
The plaintiffs are seeking damages, restitution, and an injunction to shut down Stake’s U.S. operations. Experts believe the lawsuit could expand into a nationwide class-action, reshaping how online gambling is marketed and regulated in America.
