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Gambling apps have transformed betting by offering constant access and using psychological mechanisms to encourage repeat play.
Digitalization and platform design have integrated betting into everyday life, removing physical and temporal barriers.
The World Health Organization (WHO) warns that digital betting is available almost anywhere and anytime, increasing accessibility.
High-intensity platforms, including digital versions, facilitate continuous and prolonged participation in gambling.
The WHO estimates about 1.2% of the global adult population has a gambling disorder, leading to mental health issues, financial difficulties, and family problems.
Smartphone use, especially in low and middle-income countries, is expected to significantly drive the growth of the gambling sector.
Mobile apps are the primary platform for sports betting due to portability, ease of use, and immediate access, leading to more impulsive bets.
Digital notifications, promotions, and instant payment systems make spending easier and less perceptible, hindering users from setting limits.
Psychological studies show that 'near misses' (losing close to winning) increase motivation to continue gambling, especially when personal control was perceived.
Near misses activate brain reward circuits, creating an illusion of control or progress and encouraging continued play despite random outcomes.

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