Gambling Market And Covid 19
The reaction to the COVID-19 pandemic has influenced commercial gambling in jurisdictions around the world. Land-based gambling outlets such as casinos, bingo halls, horseracing tracks, bars and clubs with casino electronic gambling machines (EGMs), lottery retailers, betting shops and poker rooms were closed during the first stage lockdown in March and April 2020. Some venues re-opened completely or in a modified style, some stay open and others have shut down during second tide restraints. Future availability of gambling is unspecified and inconsistent.
The global social casino market is predicted to reach $4.64 billion by 2020. The improving adoption of mobile devices and stimulating internet penetration will drive the need for online gambling. Sports betting is proving to be a big hit during the lockdown.
The COVID-19 pandemic influenced the market. Customers turned to the online strategy to link their financial, social, and psychological crisis during lockdowns.