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Regulating Online Gambling

Online Gambling is a popular form of gambling that is offered in many countries and territories. Some governments regulate the activity, while others do not. Online casinos offer players the opportunity to place wagers on a variety of casino games, including poker, blackjack, and video slots. Some sites also offer sports betting. These activities are facilitated by computer programs designed to determine the odds of winning each game. These programs are known as Random Number Generators.

The advent of the World Wide Web allowed operators to launch online gambling sites with relatively little regulatory oversight. All that was required was a friendly offshore jurisdiction, an internet connection, and a credit card.

As online gambling became more widespread, people who feared that it would lead to problems began urging government intervention and regulation. Some even drafted legislation. For example, Bob Goodlatte and Jon Kyl introduced bills to the Senate that would curb online gambling except for those that involved horse and dog races or state lotteries. However, those bills were not passed.

Despite the concerns, there is now ample evidence that Internet gambling is not harmful. Research comparing behavioural data from online gamblers and self-report on gambling-related harms has found that the use of Internet modes does not increase gambling problems, unless individuals are highly involved.

Although it is not possible to fully control the behaviour of Internet gamblers, many countries have established regulatory bodies that license and monitor online casinos. Moreover, many have laws to ensure fair practices and that personal information is protected.