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Entain urges Premier League clubs to end unlicensed gambling sponsorships
The gambling industry is facing scrutiny regarding its commercial practices and social impact. In the United Kingdom, Entain has formally urged 10 Premier League clubs to terminate sponsorship deals with unlicensed gambling operators. The company highlighted that 8XBet has become increasingly influential in English football, maintaining associations with five different clubs.
In Brazil, the rise of online betting, or 'bets', has emerged as a significant public health concern. Medical professionals are warning of the severe psychological impacts of gambling addiction, noting links to depression, anxiety, and increased risks of suicidal ideation due to financial losses. Neurosurgeons have explained that the addiction is driven by biological dopamine releases in the brain's reward system.
Research conducted by the Mixed Parliamentary Front on Education in Brazil reveals that online betting is increasingly prevalent among youth. Approximately 20.4% of students in the final years of elementary and high school have engaged in betting, with some children starting as young as 11 years old. Experts suggest that regulatory measures, such as advertising bans and increased taxation, may be more effective than individual behavior modification in mitigating these risks.
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8XBet · Academia das Apostas · Bet365 · Entain · Hospital das Clínicas de São Paulo · Ministry of Finance · Premier League · Stake · Stake Brazil Ltda. · São Paulo
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- [○ 1 SOURCE] The company provides customer support via live chat available at any time. chipscalereview.com
- [○ 1 SOURCE] Bet365 invests heavily in technology to ensure rapid odds updates during live events. chipscalereview.com
- [○ 1 SOURCE] Bet365 is one of the largest sports betting platforms in the world. chipscalereview.com
- [● 2 SOURCES] 20.4% of students in the final years of elementary and high school have engaged in online betting. paranaempresarial.com.br · www1.folha.uol.com.br
- [● 6 SOURCES] Online betting addiction is linked to significant mental health risks, including depression and suicidal ideation. www.acordacidade.com.br · esportenaredemt.com.br · imprensapublica.com.br · www.radiocacula.com.br · reporterbrasilia.com.br · +1 more
- [○ 1 SOURCE] Researchers suggest that banning advertising and implementing taxes on betting transactions are effective ways to reduce exposure risks. paranaempresarial.com.br
- [● 5 SOURCES] The brain releases dopamine during betting due to the expectation of winning, creating a biological reward mechanism. www.acordacidade.com.br · esportenaredemt.com.br · imprensapublica.com.br · www.radiocacula.com.br · reporterbrasilia.com.br
- [● 2 SOURCES] Online betting among students begins as early as age 11. paranaempresarial.com.br · www1.folha.uol.com.br
- [○ 1 SOURCE] Entain sent letters to 10 Premier League clubs urging them to stop commercial deals with illegal gambling operators without a UK license. www.thegamblest.com
- [○ 1 SOURCE] Betting companies generated 37 billion reais in revenue in Brazil in 2025. www.tnh1.com.br
- [○ 1 SOURCE] 8XBet is associated with five Premier League clubs. www.thegamblest.com