Can Algorithms Predict Gambling Harm?
As gambling moves online, AI may help identify dangerous patterns before serious harm occurs. Dr. Kasra Ghaharian discusses how models are trained, the risks of mislabeling data, and the broader implications for AI governance.
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Plot twist: The house edge isn't just mathematical - it's optical! 🎲✨ New research shows blue casino lighting literally rewires your brain to feel losses less acutely. $100 gone? Meh. $100 gained? Still meh. Scientists suggest dimming blues for safer gambling. Casinos: "We'll get right on that..." 😏
ScienceAlert reports: Casino lighting could be nudging gamblers to be more reckless with their money, according to a new study, which found a link between blue-enriched light and riskier gambling behavior. The extra blue light emitted by casino decor and LED screens seems to trigger certain switch...
NatCen were commissioned by the Gambling Commission to conduct qualitative research exploring the experiences and journeys of individuals who had experienced negative gambling consequences.
The study highlighted the role of external factors such as childhood experiences, social networks, and the COVID-19 pandemic and found that interactions between different harms are complex and multifaceted.
Read the full report here: https://natcen.ac.uk/publications/qualitative-research-journeys-adverse-consequences-gambling
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