Jerome (not his real name) lost millions in 20 or so years. He likens jackpot machines to drugs, and only just banned himself from casinos this week.
SINGAPORE: He was once ranked among the "Heavenly Kings" in his industry, earning over S$50,000 (RM157,807 at current rates) per month as a tour guide in the 1990s
But now, he is known as a "beggar" among his friends, after losing most of his fortune due to a gambling addiction spanning over 20 years, including at jackpot machines.
