In year’s past, bettors placed wagers on sporting events prior to their start. It’s extremely easy and it’s probably another reason why more people are placing bets these days. No matter where someone is or the time of day, they can log into their betting account and deposit, withdraw, place bets, etc. Mobile betting fits the lifestyle of the modern bettor.Įveryone has a smartphone these days and with the growth of technology in the industry sportsbooks now have websites or even apps where bettors can go and take care of their business. Unless you have been living in a cave or on a secluded island, the days of calling your bookie and taking care of your betting business are over. The result has been some interesting trends that are likely to not go away anytime soon. Sportsbooks continue to keep up with the demand in the industry. Advances in software technology have allowed sportsbooks to grow right alongside the increased number of sports bettors. The other part of the equation is technology. In the U.S., legislative changes have allowed 30 of the 50 states to now offer some form of gambling on sports.
Part of the growth is due to an expanded betting population. The sports betting industry has grown immensely over the past several years.