Gambling addiction

Governor JB Pritzker signed a bill recognizing gambling addiction under the same legal framework as alcohol and drug use disorders in the state. The legislation aims to expand programs and support resources for individuals struggling with gambling addiction.

Minnesota Governor Tim Walz banned state employees from using insider information to trade on prediction markets like Kalshi and Polymarket via an executive order. The move follows a federal judge blocking a new Minnesota law targeting prediction markets, which Walz claims raises concerns about gambling addiction, public safety, and national security.

Residents of New York's Flushing Chinatown fear an $8bn casino development will worsen gambling addiction, raise rents, and displace small businesses. Jack Hu, a member of the No Casino in Flushing Meadows Corona Park campaign, calls the project 'predatory' and highlights community opposition to its imposition without consent.

Residents of New York City's Flushing Chinatown oppose an $8 billion casino development, citing concerns over gambling addiction, rising rents, and displacement. Developers claim the project will create jobs, but community members argue it was imposed without consent and could harm small businesses.

Pennsylvania faces a dilemma in regulating its booming online gambling industry, which generates $7.7 billion in annual profits but is linked to rising gambling addiction and related harms. A state report highlights the need for new regulations to address addiction, citing studies showing Pennsylvanians are twice as likely to suffer from gambling disorders as the national average, though the state must balance quick action with preserving revenue.

Gambling addiction cases are increasing in Illinois. Casey Toner from the Illinois Answers project discussed the issue on ABC7.

The article invites individuals to share their personal experiences with gambling addiction. It focuses on gathering firsthand accounts related to this issue.

The Texas Medical Association is advocating for regulations on prediction market platforms like Kalshi and Polymarket, citing concerns that these services may contribute to gambling addictions among young adults. The organization proposes restricting access to individuals under 21 years old.

Reeve L., an Illinois resident, spiraled into gambling addiction after legalizing sports betting in 2019, losing $450,000 in savings and $150,000 in loans. Illinois expanded gambling operations, generating $2.6 billion in tax revenue in 2022, but critics argue the state lacks sufficient safeguards to protect individuals from addiction and financial ruin.

Texas stopped funding gambling addiction programs years ago. Las Vegas Sands recently donated $100,000 to a Texas nonprofit aiding those with gambling addiction.

Gambling addiction in the Philippines is worsening, with nine in 10 calls to the Bridges of Hope hotline this year related to gambling, up from seven in 10 in 2025. Family members of addicts are the primary callers, according to Jon Ty, the rehabilitation center’s founder and director.

A Texas judge's ruling allowing Texas Tech quarterback Brendan Sorsby to continue playing after he was banned for wagering $90,000 on sports games has sparked debate about sports gambling and addiction. Sorsby and his school appealed his ban, citing his gambling addiction and anxiety issues, which the judge acknowledged.

Betfair, a Flutter-owned company, is accused of worsening the gambling addiction of Luke Ashton before he died by suicide. The case is being heard in court as a landmark legal matter.

A happily married mother and successful career woman struggled with a gambling addiction that cost her £40,000. Her loved ones missed warning signs, but a simple fix ultimately stopped her habit. The article highlights the hidden challenges of addiction and its impact on personal and financial stability.

Brazil’s Finance Ministry banned prediction market platforms such as Polymarket and Kalshi, citing concerns over investor protection and rising gambling addiction. The move reflects regulatory efforts to address financial risks and societal impacts linked to speculative trading platforms.

US gambling addiction is escalating, prompting a call for public health measures akin to alcohol or tobacco regulation. Harry Levant of PHAI warns of the crisis amid booming online betting and sports platforms, urging policymakers to act as global experts convene in Boston.

Gambling addiction is increasing, and the SAFE Bet Act is proposed to address the growing public health issue of online sports betting.