Gambling Companies Wasted Millions on Ads to Bots & Existing Users in World Cup Gold Rush

World Cup 2026 was the biggest betting event the planet has ever seen. Globally, users wagered over $50 billion on the tournament. DraftKings noted a 650% increase in wagers compared to the last World Cup in Qatar four years ago. “We’re talking the equivalent of ten Super Bowls,” said Neil Walsh, SVP of Sportsbook at …