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The Get-Rich Trap: Inside a Gambling Spiral

This hypothetical scenario shows just how fast a young bettor can spiral when nonstop app prompts push more wagers after a loss. Jeremy starts with $20 and ends the night down $600, triggering loss chasing and deeper debt. Experts discuss why vulnerable users get stuck, and how guardrails, support, and better protections could prevent situations like this.
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Clip Length 04:23 Premiere: 03/24/26

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