Licensing’s role in esports betting is growing fast. Regulated platforms are popping up everywhere, offering tighter security and fairer odds, which is pulling in more serious bettors. Look at recent trends—regions with strict licensing, like the UK or Malta, are seeing bigger prize pools and cleaner tournaments. Unregulated sites, though, still linger, tempting risk-takers with sketchy bonuses. Data’s showing licensed operators are edging out the competition by building trust, especially with younger crowds who care about transparency in games like CS:GO or Dota 2. Thoughts on how this shift’s hitting your bets?