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Has Sports Betting Changed the Game for the Bettor?

KQED's Forum

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Betting Integrity and Youth Vulnerability

This chapter examines the effects of legalized sports betting on game integrity and athlete behavior, noting concerns from players' unions about corruption and harassment. It recounts a scandal involving a Toronto Raptors player and analyzes the rising prevalence of sports betting among teenagers, emphasizing the risks associated with underage exposure to gambling apps. The discussion advocates for balanced regulation and open discourse around gambling issues, stressing the need for protection while acknowledging the complexities of the betting landscape.

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