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- Caesars Digital is removing credit cards as a deposit option across all its US platforms.
- This change is a player-safety move that aligns Caesars with other major operators and follows a broader industry shift and state-level restrictions on credit card gambling deposits.
Caesars Digital announced it will stop accepting credit cards for deposits across its US online casino, sportsbook, racebook, and poker products, including brands like Caesars, Horseshoe Casino, and World Series of Poker Online.
The policy follows several months of internal review that began last fall, during which Caesars analyzed deposit systems and user behavior. The update excludes the company’s operations in Puerto Rico and Ontario, where regulators and rules differ.
Caesars says the change is intended to simplify payment rails and improve operational efficiency while prioritizing responsible gambling. The move places Caesars alongside rivals such as FanDuel, DraftKings, BetMGM, and bet365, and follows a trend of states restricting credit card gambling deposits.
Ban keeps gamblers from wagering on borrowed money
The immediate effect is practical: credit cards will no longer be an option for funding bets and casino play. Players will need to use alternative payment methods, including:
- Debit cards
- ACH/bank transfers
- E-wallets
- Prepaid options
From a responsible gambling standpoint, removing credit reduces the risk of wagering on borrowed money and may curb impulsive overspending.
For operators, the change reduces exposure to regulatory and reputational risk as more states ban credit card deposits. It can also lower chargeback and fraud-related costs tied to credit transactions, though it may shift processing fees and require updates to payment flows and customer support.
Overall, the move is both a customer-protection step and a compliance-forward business decision that mirrors industry peers.
Based on reporting by Frank Ammirante for Deadspin.
