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Author: Brian Pempus
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Minnesota Bill Could Target ‘Prediction Market’ Sports Betting Sites
A Minnesota lawmaker who has been a longtime advocate for consumer protection says his state could soon be home to a bill to regulate so-called “prediction markets.” “We’re certainly open to a bill,” Sen. John Marty, a member of the Minnesota Democratic-Farmer-Labor Party, told GamblingHarm.org in an interview. Marty, who has sponsored other gambling-related legislation,…
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Gambling Coach: Prevention, Recovery, Education, And Awareness
Gambling has never been more accessible and widespread. As a result, many people develop a problem with gambling. The main components of a gambling problem are chasing losses, gambling more often and for larger amounts of money, and gambling that disrupts your life in some way. Who Can I Talk to About My Gambling Problem?…
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Is Polymarket Legit? Gambling Risks And Safety Explained
Polymarket is gambling and not a legit investment tool because you bet money to try to win more. On average, the “market” has to take from one trader to pay another. Because it’s peer-to-peer and zero-sum, most users, especially Polymarket sports bettors, will lose over time once you factor in fees on winning trades and…
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When Is Problem Gambling Awareness Month (PGAM)?
Problem Gambling Awareness Month is held every year in March to coincide with the NCAA Men’s College Basketball tournament.
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DraftKings Launches Sports ‘Predictions’ Gambling Product
On Dec. 19, 2025, DraftKings announced that it launched its so-called “prediction markets” online gambling product in the United States. DraftKings Predictions is a standalone app, separate from DraftKings Sportsbook and DraftKings Casino. DraftKings Predictions facilitates stock-market-style gambling on sports and various “real-world outcomes.” It has the potential to be highly addictive and harmful. Is…
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