Daily fantasy sports (DFS) operator Underdog has partnered with sports data and technology group Sportradar to incorporate the responsible gambling tool Bettor Sense in an effort to identify those who show signs of gambling addiction.
Launched in July of this year, Sportradar’s AI-powered tool identifies excessive gambling through client activity. Care services through the addiction counseling group Birches Health are then provided to ensure user protection.
Jim Brown, Head of Integrity Services & Athlete Wellbeing at Sportradar, said, “We applaud Underdog for taking this meaningful step to not only safeguard, but also provide resources to players who exhibit potential problem gaming behavior.”
Underdog will now become the first US-based operator to implement Bettor Sense, with the DFS operator committed to ensuring a responsible gambling environment for its users.
Adam Warrington, VP of Responsible Gaming at Underdog, added, “The integration of this leading player protection technology to detect problem play and provide clear resources to those who need it, now including treatment services from the clinicians at Birches Health, is a critical step forward for our players.”