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“Crypto Can Be a Positive, Disruptive Force for Sports Betting.” Kiosk Manufacturer Kenneth Larsen Explores How the Industry Can Prepare for Its Next Revolution

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“Crypto Can Be a Positive, Disruptive Force for Sports Betting.” Kiosk Manufacturer Kenneth Larsen Explores How the Industry Can Prepare for Its Next Revolution
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As cryptocurrency adoption continues to soar, Kenneth Larsen, CEO of KT Group, warns that the sports betting industry is not doing enough to prepare for it. While Larsen is optimistic about the potential for cryptocurrency to transform the sector, he believes that regulatory alignment, education and awareness, and infrastructure development is needed to fully leverage the revolutionary potential of decentralised digital currencies.

“Crypto’s integration into sports betting offers a clear opportunity to shake up the market, but the industry isn’t quite ready to meet the moment,” says Larsen. “That’s a shame, because it could be transformative, with an improved user experience, a more transparent, open playing field, and secure, cost-effective transactions. Crypto can be a positive, disruptive force for sports betting — if we do the work to make it happen.”

 

The advantages of crypto over fiat for sports betting

Larsen identifies three primary advantages of cryptocurrencies in the sports betting landscape:

  1. A new way for bettors to engage with terminals 

“Cryptocurrencies enable near-instant transfers, significantly speeding up the betting process for bettors. The seamless nature of crypto transactions is appealing to tech-savvy players, and adoption could position operators as forward-thinking and receptive to their needs.”

  1. Increased transparency and trust

“Blockchain technology provides an open ledger of transactions. Such transparency can help address one of the sports betting industry’s most persistent issues: trust. Bettors and operators gain the assurance of secure, verifiable transactions while providing additional protection against fraud, chargebacks and data breaches.”

  1. Cost-effective transactions

“Traditional fiat-based payment systems can incur costly transaction fees and often run into processing delays, especially for international users. Cryptocurrencies enable near-instant transfers with minimal fees, meaning global betting platforms can enhance user experience and cut costs at the same time.”

 

Getting regulation right

While establishing a legislative framework is incredibly complex, Larsen does have some pointers on which approach he believes would be most effective. “I would propose a structured framework, implemented by government legislation. Adoption could drive a nationwide law that operates as a transparent, clear law across all states. Currently, there’s a tangled web of laws. Federal oversight, with a policy of standard guidelines, would assist in streamlining compliance laws whilst still appeasing each unique state’s autonomy.”

 

Education and awareness

“The industry hasn’t quite grasped yet that crypto has redefined what users expect from online platforms,” he says. “A significant portion of the new generation revels in the decentralised essence of crypto. They crave both privacy and speed, and currencies like Bitcoin offer a host of enticing perks, like anonymity, robust security features, and lightning-fast transaction times.”

“These payment options are fast becoming non-negotiable with an increasingly tech-savvy demographic, and we in the industry need to adapt to this paradigm shift.” he explains. “Of course, blockchain technology isn’t without its risks, and users must educate themselves on the potential pitfalls to protect themselves.”

 

Infrastructure development

Larsen stresses that any advancement in regulation and/or awareness may be futile if operators don’t ready themselves for adoption. “Naturally, the adoption of crypto into the betting space lives and dies on whether or not operators invest in technical infrastructure. Secure wallets, integration with multiple different crypto options, and user-friendly interfaces are all key to provide a betting experience that leverages all crypto has to offer.”

Ultimately, Larsen is confident that cryptocurrency isn’t just a passing trend, but a cornerstone of the industry’s future. “We know the market is resilient, and consumer interest in crypto is undeniable. The question is no longer ‘if’ crypto will revolutionise sports betting — it’s when. It’s up to us to seize the opportunity, with care and conviction.”

George Miller started his career in content marketing and has started working as an Editor/Content Manager for our company in 2016. George has acquired many experiences when it comes to interviews and newsworthy content becoming Head of Content in 2017. He is responsible for the news being shared on multiple websites that are part of the European Gaming Media Network.

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