DraftKings Introduces Safe Gaming Education Platform (GameSmart) to Engage & Educate Users
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“Bet on Better” with the new platform launched to promote responsible betting and raise awareness about underage gambling
BOSTON, November 12, 2024 – DraftKings Inc. (Nasdaq: DKNG), a leading digital sports entertainment and gaming company, today announced the launch of its GameSmart Youth Initiative, a first-of-its-kind educational platform aimed at engaging youth audiences with a focus on responsible gambling and gaming practices, financial literacy, and sports engagement—empowering the next generation to make informed choices in a safe environment.
“While we strictly enforce age restrictions on our platforms, we also recognize the problem of underage betting in the sports community and hope to help equip youthful fans with the necessary knowledge to make smart and safe decisions” said [Spokesperson’s Name], [Spokesperson’s Title] at DraftKings. “With GameSmart, we’re offering an educational experience designed to promote responsible habits among young sports enthusiasts, while still encouraging the younger generations to gamble responsibly and stay involved with their favorite sports teams. As an organization we recognize that many young people are betting irresponsibly, and it is not our job to tell people not to bet, but we can promote a safe environment where young people both of age and underage are aware of the decisions they are making.”
The GameSmart Youth Initiative Includes:
Interactive Learning Modules: Content that focuses the process of responsible gambling. The modules will be enforced for every DraftKings member under the age of 25 to complete. The platform offers financial literacy courses that aid in educating individuals on money management and decision-making.
Parental Controls and Guidance: Offers many resources for parents and guardians to help their children build healthy relationships around sports betting.
Age-Restricted Access: All interactive modules will have a strict 18 and older age restriction. There will be an intense verification process required before one is able to join the DraftKings community.
Gaming Simulations for Young Enthusiasts: The platform includes non-monetary gaming simulations and strategy-building exercises that help show interested individuals how the industry works. Through the simulations, one will be able to practice gambling and focusing on the odds, while making strategic choices.
By promoting financial responsibility and responsible gambling habits, DraftKings aims to create an informed fan base and increase the number of people interested in adult gambling by showing that it is not always a dangerous and money losing task. DraftKings invites you to "Bet on Better" — a commitment to making smarter, more informed decisions for yourself and future generations.
About DraftKings:
DraftKings Inc. is a leading sports digital entertainment space and is known for its sports betting and iGaming platforms that are committed to innovation, community involvement, and responsible gambling practices. With the launch of GameSmart, DraftKings emphasizes its dedication to engaging fans responsibly, while preparing the next generation for informed, safe gaming experiences.
This press release and additional information about DraftKings and GameSmart are available on the company's website, casino.draftkings.com.
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