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An investigation by 9to5Mac uncovered over 60 apps on Brazil's App Store that appear as simple games or utilities but reveal betting platforms when accessed from a Brazilian IP. The apps are published by Vietnamese-named accounts, share similar privacy policies, and are about 15MB each.
This commentary argues that the debate over taxing skill games in Pennsylvania misses the fundamental question of when society should restrict individual freedom to protect those who may be harmed by their own choices. The author contends that focusing on revenue overlooks the broader issue of prohibition versus regulation.