The research from the Gambling Commission found that almost three quarters (74%) of in-play bettors had used a mobile phone to place bets. Indeed, mobiles are particularly used for in-play betting, likely as people are using their phone while watching live sporting events. Data shows half of all online gamblers have placed bets on a smartphone – the figure is higher for younger gamblers. Now that almost all adults possess a handheld device like a smartphone that allows them to bet while on the go, it has never been easier than it is right now to place bets via mobile.Īccording to a study released by regulatory body the Gambling Commission, the most popular way to access online gambling in the UK is now via a mobile phone. Now that almost all adults possess a handheld device like a smartphone that allows deposits using your phone bill, it has never been easier than it is right now to place bets via mobile. Mobile sports betting continues to be one of the top trends in the UK’s gambling industry.
