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Sports betting: Golden age, or epidemic?
Feb 7, 2025
Danny Funt, a Washington Post contributor and author of 'Everybody Loses,' delves into the booming sports betting landscape, especially around the Super Bowl. He discusses how betting has transformed from simple wagers to complex parlays, fueling excitement—and risks. Funt highlights how technology, notably smartphones, has revolutionized gambling, making it more accessible and addictive. He critically examines the mainstreaming of sports betting in media, raising ethical concerns over celebrity endorsements, and stresses the need for regulations to safeguard consumers.
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- The explosive growth of legal sports betting, particularly around major events like the Super Bowl, has drastically changed industry dynamics and cultural perceptions.
- While technology and accessibility drive the popularity of sports betting among younger audiences, concerns about addiction and societal issues highlight the need for regulatory measures.
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Rise of Sports Betting
The recent surge in sports betting has transformed the landscape of the industry, particularly highlighted by events like the Super Bowl. With nearly half of the audience in Ontario expected to place bets on the game, the volume of legal betting has reached historic highs, with an estimated $1.4 billion wagered on the Super Bowl in the U.S. alone. This growth follows the 2018 Supreme Court decision that allowed states to regulate sports betting, leading to rapid expansions across various jurisdictions. The evolution from the NFL's previous anti-gambling stance to the branding of stadiums with gambling companies illustrates the significant cultural shift surrounding sports betting.
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