The gambling addicts hooked on crypto
Gambling on cryptocurrencies is on the rise, we hear from one addiction clinic trying to help.
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Show Notes
The government says it wants to make the UK a global hub for crypto firms. But with the NHS warning it’s being left to ‘pick up the pieces’ as people get addicted to crypto gambling, are Labour’s plans wise?
Our reporter visits one of the first clinics in the world, near Edinburgh, that is treating people who have cryptocurrency problems.
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If you’ve got any concerns about gambling, you can contact the national problem gambling charity GamCare's helpline on 0808 8020 133 or visit www.gamcare.org.uk for confidential support, advice and free counselling.
Guest: Lily Russell-Jones, Senior Money Reporter, The Times and The Sunday Times.
Host: Luke Jones.
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