A recent report by the Campaign for Accountability highlights that major U.S. gambling firms, have actively lobbied against consumer protection measures aimed at reducing gambling addiction. These measures include stricter advertising regulations, deposit limits, and game designs that encourage breaks. Despite industry pushback, some states like Massachusetts, New York, and Vermont have upheld such protections.

Possible outcomes:

• Yes: At least one state passes new legislation that introduces significant consumer protection measures in online sports betting.

• No: No new significant consumer protection legislation is enacted in any state within the specified timeframe