Promi Big Brother Werner Hansch Charges Sat.1 With Problem Gambling

'Die Höhle der Löwen' investor Werner Hansch brings serious allegations against Sat.1

Sat.1 is said to have encouraged problem gambling in the "Promi Big Brother" container

Sat.1 is facing serious allegations: "Die Höhle der Löwen" investor Werner Hansch accuses the broadcaster of promoting problem gambling in the "Promi Big Brother" container.

In an interview with "Bild", Hansch said that he had repeatedly warned Sat.1 about the dangers of gambling addiction, but that his concerns had been ignored.

According to Hansch, Sat.1 even encouraged gambling among the Promis by providing them with free chips and alcohol.

"The participants were encouraged to gamble," said Hansch. "They were given free chips and alcohol, and the atmosphere was very conducive to gambling."

Hansch said that he had witnessed several Promis losing large sums of money in the container.

"One participant lost 20,000 euros in one night," said Hansch. "It was heartbreaking to watch."

Hansch said that he had decided to speak out about his concerns because he was worried about the impact that the show was having on viewers.

"I'm afraid that the show is sending the wrong message to viewers," said Hansch. "It's making gambling seem like a fun and harmless activity, when in reality it can be very dangerous."

Sat.1 has denied the allegations, saying that it takes the issue of gambling addiction very seriously.

"We have a strict code of conduct that prohibits the promotion of gambling addiction," said a Sat.1 spokesperson. "We also offer help to participants who may be struggling with gambling addiction."

The allegations against Sat.1 come at a time when there is growing concern about the impact of gambling on young people.

A recent study by the University of Bristol found that young people who are exposed to gambling advertising are more likely to develop gambling problems later in life.

Experts say that it is important for broadcasters to be aware of the dangers of gambling addiction and to take steps to protect viewers.

"Broadcasters have a responsibility to ensure that their programs do not promote gambling addiction," said Dr. Mark Griffiths, a professor of gambling addiction at the University of Nottingham.

"They should be providing information about the dangers of gambling and offering help to those who may be struggling with gambling addiction."