How We Can Help Protect Sports Bettors From Addiction

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🗓️ 13 June 2024

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Summary

Ever since a 2018 Supreme Court decision legalized sports betting, the industry has exploded.

Now, 38 states plus the District of Columbia allow sports gambling – and Americans are taking advantage. Over $20 billion worth of bets were placed during the Super Bowl this year.

In 2023, Americans ponied up a record $113 billion. Apps like DraftKings and FanDuel make placing your bets in seconds easier than ever.

But as these apps grow in popularity, so do concerns. The National Council on Problem Gambling, which operates a gambling helpline, says calls are on the rise and callers are skewing younger.

We discuss the industry of online gambling and sports betting.

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0:25.1	about online gambling, its popularity and concerns associated with it, including addiction.
0:31.3	If you think that you or someone you know might have a problem with gambling, the National Problem
0:36.0	Gambling Helpline offers services 24-7 in every state. The number is 1-800 gambler, That's 1-800 426-25-37.
0:46.0	Thanks for listening. If you've watched a game or watched really anything lately you've probably heard something like this.
1:02.5	The fan duel every night as a watch partner.
1:05.2	When new customers bet $5 to get $200 back and bonus bets.
1:10.8	Oh look, wait a minute, there's my $200.
1:13.0	That was fast.
1:14.0	Download the Draft King Sportsbook app.
1:16.0	Betches $5 to get 200 bonus bets instantly.
1:19.0	Tap in a bet MGM casino, and you're entering a huge library full of exclusive games.
1:25.7	That is the sound of ubiquitous marketing for online gambling.
1:30.1	The world of online gambling exploded after a 2018 Supreme Court decision
1:35.2	that legalized sports betting in this country now 38 states plus the District of Columbia
1:40.8	allow sports betting and Americans are taking advantage.
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