Gaming websites take gamble on kids - News.com.au - 29th September 2008

Internet gaming sites are looking ahead to when kindergarten kids are old enough to place bets in a move that has outraged anti-gambling campaigners.

Tech-savvy kids are being seen as the next generation of gamblers by online gaming operators who say it is only a matter of time before they grow up and become a big revenue stream.

LBetezy managing director Vince McDonald, who has approached ClubsNSW to fund PC gambling terminals in the state's 1400 clubs, said: "As the younger generation is IT-minded, with even kindergarten children being taught keyboard skills, it's not a matter of if you go down this path to generate revenue from members, but when."

Greg Tingle comment

The internet gaming sites need to be closely monitored by both the Australian state and federal government in a collaborative approach. Many business sectors have the lucrative youth market well in mind, so it shouldn't surprise anyone that the gaming and online casino sector is also looking to cater to their needs also. Many online gaming and casino websites already have a free and a play for money option, so it looks like the campaigning is already well on the way.

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