Bally Bet, an online Arizona-based sportsbook, has a 15-year deal with the Phoenix Mercury in the WNBA’s first deal with a U.S. sportsbook. (File photo by Shirell Washington/Cronkite News) Phoenix Mercury guard Kahleah Copper’s, center right, is a popular option for sports bettors thanks to her standout performances on the court. (File photo by Shirell...
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US gambling crisis feared as online betting rises
When Asher first attended a Gamblers Anonymous meeting in 2022, only a dozen or so people were there, but now as many as 60 turn up with most newcomers dealing with addictions to online sports betting. Asher, who asked that the Thomson Reuters Foundation use a pseudonym to protect the privacy of his recovery group,...
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‘I didn’t care who was playing’: Has the legalization of sports betting impacted problem gambling in Ohio?
CUYAHOGA COUNTY, Ohio (WOIO) – It’s been more than a year since the state of Ohio legalized sports betting. Nearly 8 billion dollars was wagered on sports across Ohio last year, but the industry’s success is not a good thing for everyone. 19 Investigates spoke with a Solon man who nearly lost everything to sports...
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MD sports betting revenue continues rise, hitting nearly $7M in May – Maryland Daily Record
Listen to this article Following a session in which the legislature balked at protections against problem gambling, Maryland’s sports betting market has continued to grow and last month generated nearly $7 million for public education. While state contributions have risen along with the number of companies licensed to operate in Maryland, so, too, has concern...
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Calls to Arizona gambling hotline increase as sports betting grows
PHOENIX (AZFamily) — Whether you’re watching live sports events or hanging near popular areas like Footprint Center, it’s clear sports betting has become prominent in the Valley. But it’s not all big wins. Since sports betting was legalized in Arizona back in 2021, calls to the 1-800-NEXT-STEP gambling hotline have risen sharply, according to the...