Opponents of a gambling advertisements ban are reportedly advocating for Australia’s federal government to consider age verification methods to prevent minors from accessing sports betting content. Australia has been cracking down on gambling advertising in the country amidst a reported uptick in addictions. Last month, ReadWrite reported that the Alliance for Gambling Reform issued an open letter saying the country had a “gambling addiction.” The 60 signatories included former prime ministers John Howard and Malcolm Turnbull, who stated that it had led to “$25 billion in annual losses.” On Sunday (Sept.