Researchers warn a new wave of simulated gambling applications are aiming to hit the jackpot with a new generation of younger gamers. Gambling researchers say some games are deliberately designed to appeal to kids as young as 12 and they are seeing more young people trying gambling because of the ease of access brought about by the internet. In 1999, research from Southern Cross University found among adults online gaming was only 0.6 per cent of the market, compared to 8.6 per cent now. Former gambling addict Dylan Gee was just 17 when he became hooked. “A pop up came…