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Maryland Warns of Gambling Scams as March Madness Nears

3/21/2025

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As March Madness approaches, Maryland officials are sounding the alarm on gambling scams, urging consumers to steer clear of unregulated sites. Attorney General Anthony Brown emphasizes the importance of using licensed operators and reporting any suspicious activity. In New York, while sports betting thrives, local college teams remain off-limits, with mobile betting revenues bolstering public schools and addiction support programs.

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As March Madness approaches, Maryland officials are sounding the alarm on gambling scams, urging consumers to steer clear of unregulated sites. Attorney General Anthony Brown emphasizes the importance of using licensed operators and reporting any suspicious activity. In New York, while sports betting thrives, local college teams remain off-limits, with mobile betting revenues bolstering public schools and addiction support programs.