I found this link in the comments section
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I found this link in the comments section of a news article about gambling addiction. People were debating whether the apps are designed to be addictive on purpose. I wanted to see if the companies actually admit to using psychological tactics. The link provided was https://sbcamericas.com/2024/06/20/soft2bet-thinks-key-to-us-market-is-keeping-users-on-the-app/ and it was quite revealing. They talk openly about "motivational mechanics" and keeping users in the ecosystem. While it’s a business article, it definitely sheds light on why these apps are so hard to put down here in the USA. I found the honesty refreshing, even if it was a bit unsettling from a user perspective. It’s a well-written piece that doesn't shy away from the ethical questions.
