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Online Gambling Soars, But Addiction Rates Spike

12/9/2025

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Story summary
  • Online gambling has surged across the United States, with seven states allowing full-scale online casinos.
  • New Jersey, a pioneer since 2013, has generated over $2.5 billion in online gambling revenue.
  • The 2018 Supreme Court decision to lift the federal sports betting ban fueled this growth.
  • There is a 30% increase in gambling-disorder calls in legalized states.
  • Critics argue the model is predatory because many players face significant financial losses.