The US Military Is Raking in Millions From OnBase Slot Machines

News Source : Wired
News Summary
- The Army Recreation Machine Program (ARMP) currently operates 1,889 slot machines in 79 locations abroad, including Korea, Japan, and Germany.
- The ARMP brought in $70.9 million from its slot machine operations during the 2024 fiscal year, according to a document obtained by WIRED.
- From October 2024 to May 2025, the ARMP’s “house” has had some solid wins, generating about $47.7 million from players.
- But advocates say they’re not funneling enough of what they make into education on problem gambling.
When Dave Yeager stumbled upon the chamber of shiny, casinostyle slot machines, he felt an instant pull. It was his first night of deployment in Seoul, South Korea, and the United States Army office [+3443 chars]