Britney Jing’s appearance on a World Series of Poker cash game livestream ended unexpectedly after questions arose around the source-of-funds verification process for her buy-in.
Jing was playing in a $100/$200 no-limit hold’em cash game produced by Hustler Casino Live at the WSOP. According to public statements from Jing and others connected to the stream, the issue was not related to cheating, gameplay, or table conduct. The situation centered on the review of funds used for her buy-in.
Jing Says She Was Cleared Before Taking Her Seat
In a statement posted on social media, Jing said her buy-in funds were legitimate, traceable, and supported by documented MGM casino winnings. She said she initially tried to buy in with cash and was instructed to obtain a casino check instead.
According to Jing, she followed that instruction, returned with the check, and was then cleared to join the game.
Her concern, she said, was not the compliance review itself. It was the process: she said she had been allowed to play and put money at risk before being told later that she could not continue.
The removal took place during a break in the broadcast. When the stream returned, Jing was no longer seated. Nikhil “Nik Airball” Arcot told the table that the issue was compliance-related.
AML Scrutiny Draws More Attention in Las Vegas
The incident comes as Las Vegas casinos face increased attention over anti-money laundering controls and source-of-funds procedures.
Nevada regulators have imposed significant penalties on casino operators in cases involving high-stakes gambling and illegal bookmakers. In 2025, MGM Resorts, Caesars Entertainment, and Resorts World were fined nearly $27 million in related regulatory actions. Caesars Entertainment’s portion was $7.8 million.
Against that backdrop, casinos may have stronger incentives to review large buy-ins more carefully, especially when substantial cash or casino checks are involved.
There is no public information indicating that Jing was accused of wrongdoing. The public dispute is about how the review was handled and why the issue was not resolved before she was allowed to play.
Andrew Moreno Also Reports Funding Issues
Jing is not the only poker player to raise concerns about WSOP funding procedures.
High-stakes tournament professional Andrew Moreno posted on social media that he had difficulty depositing cash into his WSOP account. Moreno said he told staff the money came from tournament winnings at Aria, but was still unable to complete the transaction with that cash.
His post added to a broader discussion among players about documentation requirements and how consistently those rules are being applied.
What This Means for High-Stakes Players
For high-stakes poker players, the situation has prompted discussion about whether large buy-ins may face closer source-of-funds review during the WSOP.
Players who regularly move money between casinos, use casino checks, or buy in with significant cash may need clearer documentation before they sit down. That could include records showing where funds came from and whether any review is still pending.
Jing’s removal has become a focal point because she says she followed the requested process and was approved before being pulled from the game. The incident has raised questions about when compliance reviews should be completed and how clearly related procedures are communicated to players.
