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Promotions Linked to Player’s Fatal Gambles

Updated 2026-05-13 06:15 UTC 1 source Negative

An inquest heard that targeted promotions played a significant role in luring Kyle Hudson, who died at age 22 after gambling $895,000, back to betting apps. The case highlights the ongoing issue of predatory practices in the gambling industry.

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The Guardian

Targeted promotions ‘influential’ in luring Melbourne man who gambled $895,000 back to betting apps, inquest hears

Inquest hears Kyle Hudson, who died aged 22, withdrew from betting accounts multiple times but received more than 300 inducements<a href="https://www.theguardian.com/australia-news/live/2026/may/13/budget-2026-live-updates-reaction-jim-chalmers-tim-wilson-cost-of-living-capital-gai

2026-05-13 05:48 UTC