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by mattmaroon 4989 days ago
I can't tell from their website what exactly they do. Do you have to buy in for real money to win real money? Or do you play with play money that they allow you to cash out for real money if you get enough of it?

Either way, this is certainly illegal in at least 6 US states. Believe it or not, you can't have games of chance with cash prizes even if entry is free in some states. Nobody ever gets prosecuted for doing that though.
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adsahay 4989 days ago
Hi Matt, it is the latter. I looked up your website and would love to chat more if you are up to it.
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mattmaroon 4988 days ago
Sure. I am the founder of a YC company that originally did a Fantasy Sports for money product. While not an attorney, I did spend tens of thousands on them and learned a lot about applicable law.

My advice of course is to do the same if you haven't already. I'll be happy to give you my impressions but I'm no substitute for a lawyer who understands the ins and outs of your product. I can at least recommend a good one in the field of gaming law.

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