2026 World Cup to test online betting age verification at scale

Jumio research suggests the 2026 World Cup could drive a surge in online sports betting while increasing concerns about minors accessing gambling platforms.

2026 World Cup to test online betting age verification at scale. Jumio research suggests the 2026 World Cup could drive a surge in online sports betting while increasing concerns about minors accessing gambling platforms. The findings highlight a growing challenge for online gambling operators as major sporting events drive spikes in account creation and betting activity. With millions of new and occasional users expected to place wagers during the tournament, age and identity verification systems are likely to face increased scrutiny from regulators and child-safety advocates. The company’s 2026 Online Identity Study, based on responses from 8,003 adults across the U.S., UK, Singapore and Mexico, found that 63 percent of consumers worry that minors will use sports betting apps during the tournament. Nearly three‐quarters of respondents —...