Author: Brian Pempus

  • Kalshi Sign Up Review: How It Really Works
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    Kalshi Sign Up Review: How It Really Works

    I recently downloaded the Kalshi app and, within minutes during the sign up, noticed several manipulative tactics that put users at immediate risk. The gambling platform is a prediction market that lets you “trade” on real-world events like sports, politics, and pop culture. While federally certified, many states say Kalshi’s sports betting is illegal. At…

  • Why So Many NCAA Tennis Players Receive Abuse From Bettors

    Why So Many NCAA Tennis Players Receive Abuse From Bettors

    NCAA student-athletes in most sports report negative or threatening messages from sports bettors. Some sports, like tennis, experience this at more alarming rates. According to NCAA data released in January 2026, 22% of men’s Division I tennis players reported receiving these types of messages in 2025. This rate is higher than in any other sport…

  • How Olympics Betting Can Be More Harmful For Some

    How Olympics Betting Can Be More Harmful For Some

    One root cause of problem gambling is believing that betting leads to winning money. Betting on the Olympics can carry an added risk of overconfidence. The Olympics feature countless niche sports, which can make the weeks-long festival enjoyable to watch. The Olympics’ charm is giving a platform to obscure sports and athletes from all over…

  • Bingo Blitz App ‘Disturbingly’ Targets Children, Government Says
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    Bingo Blitz App ‘Disturbingly’ Targets Children, Government Says

    Bingo Blitz is not only engaged in illegal gambling but is also specifically—and “most disturbingly”—targeting children, Washington State alleged. Bingo Blitz, developed by the Israeli firm Playtika, does not ask players for their age or date of birth, the state’s government said. The $225-million lawsuit filed Feb. 3, 2026, claims that Playtika’s Terms of Service…

  • Is Kalshi Just Gambling? Risks, Legality, And Safety Explained
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    Is Kalshi Just Gambling? Risks, Legality, And Safety Explained

    Kalshi is gambling because you risk money in the hope of winning more money. When you factor in fees and taxes, you are expected to lose money in the long run. This dynamic is similar to casino games such as sports betting, blackjack, and slot machines, where prolonged participation usually results in losses over time.…