Loose lips sink ‘ships: Applying national security lessons to combat insider betting threats to sports

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Loose lips sink ‘ships: Applying national security lessons to combat insider betting threats to sports

January 08, 2026

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LawInSport

In a piece published by LawInSport, Michael Bahar, Baird Fogel, Jonathan Freimann, and Kristi Thielen explore how sports organizations can draw lessons from the national security community to safeguard competitive integrity.

From information classification to behavioral monitoring and cultural change, the article offers practical frameworks for leagues, teams, and advisors navigating this evolving risk landscape.

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