Pest control salesman, 29, wagering between $80,000 and $120,000 annually on sports betting. Sometimes puts entire paychecks on a single bet. This isn't a quirk. Sports betting apps have engineered their UX to be as addictive as possible, targeting people with accessible UI and constant notifications. The math is rigged, the house always wins, and the industry knows exactly who they're hooked: people whose salaries make the gambling feel like a legitimate side hustle instead of what it is.