Chapter
The Push to Legalize Sports Betting
16:28 - 21:34 (05:06)
Sports gambling lobbyists are pushing lawmakers to legalize sports betting by presenting the argument that it already happens illegally and citing questionable data that suggests $400 billion is bet illegally on sports each year.
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Lobbyists are using the argument that sports betting is already happening illegally, and that the industry is losing out on a potential $400 billion annually.
16:28 - 19:41 (03:12)
Sports Betting
Summary
Lobbyists are using the argument that sports betting is already happening illegally, and that the industry is losing out on a potential $400 billion annually. Lawmakers seem receptive to this argument despite the industry's questionable data.
ChapterThe Push to Legalize Sports Betting
EpisodeHow Sports Betting Hit the Mainstream in America
PodcastThe Daily
Sports betting companies are launching aggressive marketing campaigns in states where it has become legalized, offering free bets to entice new customers, who may win big and become regular bettors.
19:41 - 21:34 (01:53)
Sports Betting
Summary
Sports betting companies are launching aggressive marketing campaigns in states where it has become legalized, offering free bets to entice new customers, who may win big and become regular bettors.