Technology and platforms like Robinhood and crypto markets have adopted the logic of slot machines, extending gambling's reach beyond casinos. This shift, analyzed through Natasha Dow Schüll's work on addiction by design, suggests a cultural embrace of gambling-like mechanisms. Schüll's research, initially focused on Las Vegas slot machines, now provides a framework for understanding modern digital engagement. AI
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RANK_REASON Article discusses a cultural shift and analyzes existing research, rather than reporting a new event or release.