Hello, community! We are not the kind of media to spread drama and negativity. However, we could not overlook this topic from a professional standpoint.
As we have written multiple times, iGaming is actively engaging influencers to promote their products. Predictions suggest that bloggers will become the key traffic sources for betting companies and casinos in the future. The recent incident involving the well-known streamer Vitaliy EvilArthas-Papich Tsali demonstrates just how powerful this trend has become. Let’s break it down step by step.
Why Did We Bring Up Papich?
You might wonder, what does Papich have to do with this? However, we’ve already mentioned him in our media, particularly in an article about gambling addiction.
Papich is a well-known Ukrainian influencer who actively promotes casinos by playing them on his streams. Most of these casinos (if not all) are not just Russian-backed but outright Russian-owned. This makes the situation much worse.
Of course, Papich is an extremely unprincipled individual, despite his attempts to convince others otherwise. This includes his stance on the war, which he has never directly condemned. His streams feature statements about “brotherly nations,” the “cursed West” trying to sow discord, and similar rhetoric.
Frankly, it’s not surprising. Most of Papich’s audience consists of viewers from Russia. And as the saying goes, money doesn’t smell. So, “what’s the difference”? Why bother acknowledging the atrocities committed by the invader’s forces in our country and against our people when it could cost you a 500-ruble donation?
The only exception was a stream where funds were raised for victims of the missile attack on Vinnytsia’s city center. However, all other attacks on Vinnytsia conveniently went unmentioned.
How to Sell Out for Rubles and Escape to Dubai?
We began with a rhetorical question because we don’t have the answer. But it’s not up to us to find it – that’s the responsibility of the Security Service of Ukraine (SBU). The recent case raises even more questions, not just about Papich himself but also about law enforcement.
Here’s the situation: late last month, a photo appeared on the streamer’s social media, claiming he had “finally decided to change professions.” As it turned out, no significant changes in his activities occurred. He continues to promote Russian-backed casinos, but now exclusively one: a specific one.
Soon after, a video titled “Dubai Adventure” appeared on Papich’s YouTube channel, where he revealed that he had moved to Dubai. His relocation was facilitated by the Russian-backed 1Win, formerly known as 1xBet.
Frankly, there are already too many questions about the government’s handling of this casino fiasco. Apart from allowing Russian-backed projects to continue scamming Ukrainians, this precedent – where such a casino facilitates the escape of a Ukrainian of draft age to Dubai during wartime – is infuriating.
We are all different: some choose to stay in Ukraine despite having the chance to leave, while others seek safety in Europe out of fear for their lives – a decision that is entirely understandable.
But the fact that a Russian-backed casino can purchase and relocate a Ukrainian influencer while ignoring all laws is beyond comprehension. Yes, this is about corruption. Yes, this is about massive bribes, which will likely never be investigated, and the guilty will never be held accountable.
Yet Papich, as seen from the videos, doesn’t seem to care. What bothers him more is the lack of good juice and the heat. Who would want such a life? Bland juice? What a tragedy!
If you’ve ever watched his content, you should realize that doing so now directly supports the aggressor country. Papich has effectively become a Russian puppet, driving traffic to their products. By engaging with his content, you’re increasing traffic flow, and consequently, 1Win earns more money. How soon will this money turn into bullets and rockets that could kill you or your loved ones? Better not to find out.
How Much Did the Streamer Cost?
To be honest, Papich has long been considered Ukrainian only nominally due to his citizenship. What we see is a typical opportunist who values rubles over his country, his fellow citizens (many of whom were his loyal viewers), or even a sense of dignity.
In the video mentioned earlier, Papich spoke about the hundreds of thousands of dollars being spent on him. This includes housing (he was provided a private residence), food, pocket money, and, of course, funds for gambling.
The fact that an affiliate program can afford to spend such sums on one individual highlights how heavily the gambling industry relies on influencers. This is likely just the beginning. More streamers willing to tattoo a bookmaker’s logo for money will emerge, as will casinos ready to pay for it.
Conclusion
While some Ukrainians cannot cross the border even when legally entitled to, others are being smuggled out by Russian-backed casinos. No magic here – just money and corruption.
Still, “we must do our part.” Let’s support the army, our people, and help one another. Join our Telegram community to find like-minded individuals.
With respect, Your Geek!
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