Concerns Grow Over Youth Exposure and Athlete Safety
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The NCAA is pushing for stricter age limits, advertising restrictions, and more comprehensive integrity monitoring systems. Baker emphasized the need for anti-harassment measures and harm-reduction resources, warning that prediction markets could entice not only college students but even high school students into risky financial behavior.
According to the NCAA, student athletes are particularly vulnerable because they are directly tied to the outcomes being traded. Without proper oversight, the pressure from bettors and online abuse could undermine both athletic performance and academic life, raising serious questions about athlete protection in the digital betting era.