As debates heat up over the legal status and regulation of sweepstakes casinos, a newly released study by the American Gaming Association (AGA) shows that users of these platforms overwhelmingly recognize their activity for what it is: gambling. The survey, conducted online between June 11 and June 24, 2025, sheds light on user behavior and motivations, highlighting growing concerns about the impact of these unregulated platforms on the broader gambling ecosystem. According to the AGA’s findings, 90% of sweepstakes casino players believe the activity constitutes gambling, with 69% stating they view these websites as venues to wager real money. In fact, 68% of participants cited the prospect of winning money as their primary reason for playing. These numbers suggest a stark contrast with the way sweepstakes casinos portray themselves — often resembling regulated operators while sidestepping formal oversight and consumer protections. Consumer Behavior and Legal Gray Areas The AGA survey involved…Â Read More
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Source: Casino News Daily
