Standing Against Duel.com
Our coordinated campaign demands accountability, ethical practices, and genuine inclusion from one of the online gambling industry's most prominent platforms.
Why We Are Protesting
Duel.com represents a troubling pattern in the online gambling and crypto-casino industry—platforms that operate globally, profit significantly from diverse user bases, yet fail to uphold basic ethical standards when it comes to protecting and respecting marginalized communities.
Our investigation and community reports have revealed a pattern of exclusionary culture, exploitative engagement tactics, and a concerning lack of accountability toward the users who power their platform. These are not isolated incidents but systemic issues that demand systemic change.
Through this campaign, we seek not only to hold Duel.com accountable but to establish precedents that will push the entire online gambling industry toward higher ethical standards. When platforms know that communities are organized, watchful, and willing to act, they are far more likely to prioritize ethical behavior.
The Issues We've Identified
Our concerns with Duel.com are specific, documented, and representative of broader industry problems.
1Exclusionary Culture
Duel.com has fostered an environment that marginalizes and excludes certain user groups. This manifests in multiple ways:
- Platform features and content that perpetuate harmful stereotypes about marginalized groups
- Inadequate moderation that allows discriminatory behavior to flourish in community spaces
- Lack of diverse representation in platform imagery, marketing, and leadership
- Dismissive responses to community complaints about exclusionary experiences
2Exploitative Engagement Tactics
The platform employs predatory mechanics that particularly harm vulnerable users:
- Aggressive gamification designed to maximize engagement regardless of user wellbeing
- Insufficient responsible gambling measures and self-exclusion tools
- Targeting of economically vulnerable communities with aggressive marketing
- Lack of transparent odds and unclear terms that disadvantage users
3Lack of Accountability
When confronted with concerns, Duel.com has consistently failed to demonstrate genuine accountability:
- Absence of transparent policies regarding user protection and community standards
- Failure to meaningfully respond to documented community concerns and complaints
- No representation from affected communities in decision-making processes
- Resistance to independent auditing or third-party oversight
Our Demands
We call on Duel.com to take concrete, verifiable action on the following points:
Transparent Operating Standards
Publish clear, comprehensive policies on user protection, community standards, and complaint handling procedures. Make odds and terms genuinely transparent and understandable.
Inclusive Policies & Representation
Implement genuine diversity and inclusion initiatives. Review and remove content that perpetuates harmful stereotypes. Actively recruit diverse leadership and advisory voices.
Accountability Mechanisms
Establish independent oversight and regular third-party audits. Create accessible complaint processes with guaranteed response times. Publish regular transparency reports.
Community Advisory Involvement
Establish a community advisory board with genuine decision-making input. Consult affected communities before implementing changes that affect them. Fund independent advocacy research.
Our Campaign Activities
We pursue change through multiple coordinated channels, maximizing our impact and visibility.
Public Demonstrations
Peaceful, organized protests at key locations and events to raise public awareness and media attention.
Digital Advocacy
Social media campaigns, online petitions, and coordinated digital action to amplify our message globally.
Media Outreach
Press releases, media interviews, and journalist briefings to ensure accurate coverage of our concerns.
Educational Resources
Creating and distributing fact sheets, reports, and educational materials about the issues we're addressing.
Support Our Campaign
Every voice adds strength to our movement. Join us in demanding accountability and ethical practices from Duel.com and the broader online gambling industry.