A leader of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints condemns what he describes as an explosion in online prediction markets and sports betting, saying it fosters greed among young people. He says such gambling produces “nothing of value.”
The reports attribute the remarks to an LDS Church leader speaking publicly, with both outlets focusing on the rapid growth of gambling opportunities delivered through digital platforms. The coverage emphasizes the perceived social impact—especially on youth—rather than providing details about specific incidents or regulatory responses. While the Independent highlights the claim that prediction markets and sports betting are driving attitudes of greed, the other coverage repeats the same core message and characterization of the trend as harmful and lacking meaningful benefit.
Overall, the articles present the same central thrust: the church leader criticizes the expanding availability of wagering and prediction-market products online, arguing that it encourages undesirable behavior and offers no substantial value.
