Balancing Innovation and Risk: The Case of Legalized Sports Betting
Data from the Progressive Policy Institute shows “no sign of a tidal wave of bankruptcies or consumer credit downgrades in states that were early adopters of mobile sports betting.”
Better Business Bureau Study: Grey Markets and Illegal Gambling
BBB study finds consumers confused, upset amid hundreds of unlicensed and unverified casinos and sportsbooks.
NCPG Study Reveals Drop In Percentage Of Americans Who Gamble And Those Reporting ‘Risky’ Behavior
The levels of risky gambling behavior in 2024 were down to almost the same level as 2018, showing about a 27% decrease from a spike in 2021.
GeoComply Data Reveals More Than 1.15 Million Attempted Online Sports Bets in Texas This October
Legalization could generate hundreds of millions in new revenue, and would replace the risky, unregulated black market with a safe system that prioritizes consumer protection and holds fraudsters accountable.