Topic: [Discussion] Should Gambling be Banned? - page 11. (Read 2880 times)
Gambling is best defined based on one's personal experience and no matter the outcome of their experience it doesn't remove the fact that gambling is fun. Supporting the ban of gambling is like depriving people from their right to chose what they want for themselves. Gambling could be bad and good at the same time depending on how the gambler handles their gambling passion. Gambling is for adults that have full control of their will and emotions
Gambling is like any other activity. But since it involves businesses, money, and reputation. The idea of combining all of those are significant reasons for those that have been affected heavily to tell that it shouldn't happen for the others. But, even if gambling is banned, there will be a lot of ways for gamblers to find out about this recreation and way of making money. Let us accept the fact that there are gamblers that do this as a means of living and that's why they'll still find a way to do it.
I do not support that online gambling should be banned but it is necessary that it is regulated and ensure that children under 18 doesn't get involved.
Also, banning gambling activities cannot either stop people from gambling because there are a lot more options out there that people can choose from.
The parents really have to be involved to check the activities of their children they have. Most parents these days are chasing money to take care of the bills in the house and that makes morality to suffer. The children learn alot from outside the home and this affect their behaviour. Those children from "collapsed" homes influence their friends negatively and no matter how you want to stop them from gambling, they get at it behind you. Unfortunately this is the disadvantages of modernity.
In my country actors who promote gambling sites are responsible for deaths happening with the users below the age of 18 years. This has kept the actors and popular people away from promoting gambling sites. Those gambling sites aren't provably fair operating. In such a way regulations can be created and proper awareness need to be given. This can help gamblers limit their participation and stay out of big losses.
Actors or popular personalities who are promoting gambling are not responsible for the death of underage people who are playing gambling. Actors never ask kid or those under 18 to play gamble. If anyone plays gambling at so early age, his/her parents should be accountable for their actions.
These are the people who bring bad name to the gambling.
For me this comes down to one thing and that’s freedom. The United States is FAR from perfect, but I am proud that I live in a place that affords many freedoms a good majority of the world does not. It’s progressive type things and that matters. So no, by banning gambling that’s like banning bitcoin, you’re taking away a freedom of choice, and doing so is wrong.
Exactly! If a certain country bans all gambling activities or anything that is connected to it, that will certainly affect its economy and the funds that are generated and collected in these activities can be very helpful to the economy, and that country will not be longer considered as a free country because the freedom was taken away.
Also, banning gambling activities cannot either stop people from gambling because there are a lot more options out there that people can choose from.
Gambling is a business to some people, it is also a means of generating revenue to some people (the government), it is a death trap to some people (children) and it is also a bad habit to the addicts.
I do not support that online gambling should be banned but it is necessary that it is regulated and ensure that children under 18 doesn't get involved.
I do not support that online gambling should be banned but it is necessary that it is regulated and ensure that children under 18 doesn't get involved.
Conclusion: I got confused because the first time I read this was I’m feeling down that time while my perspective is against gambling but when I read it again when my mind is clear, I realized that the pro side has a valid point too. At that point I noticed that our opinion will varies based on our actual condition because it’s easy to say that it’s just a game if you are not playing and just sitting in the side line but if you are the one who’s experiencing the actual heavy loss, Maybe you will be in favor to the cons side.
I am in favour of gambling and it should not get banned anywhere on the world. Since I am 18 I enjoy gambling regularly, there are so many different casino games out there that make me excited that I don't want the government to tell me one day you are not allowed to gamble anymore. In my eyes it's wrong for the government to constrain the way we live. During university I had a lot of time and played poker almost every single day, now with work I have less time and I play usually 1-2 days per week max. Also I play less poker now and enjoy more games BlackJack or Roulette. The thing with the con arguments against gambling, is that it's the same arguments against so many other things like alcohol, tobacco, or even unhealthy food. They are all bad for us, reduce our life expectancy and make create a lot of problems. But the government can't just ban everything bad in our life, humans need to have a choice what to do with our lives. As long as gambling is for adults I have no problem with it. I prefer to use my money in a casino instead of buying cigarettes or beers every single day.
And it evolved so much that there are governments willing to accept gambling with regulations. But as far as online, it will be hard to stop it totally. Gamblers are so adaptive that they will always find loopholes and exploits and maybe circumvent the ban by their government.
Yes, we have proven it by looking for casino sites where we can play and even though our country forbids its citizens to play gambling, we can still find ways to visit that casino sites and play there.The ban from the government on gambling does not seem too strict for those from countries that prohibit gambling because facilities such as VPNs can help gamblers play gambling on well-known casino sites.
And this seems to make regulations from the government need to be revised and maybe there will be new regulations limiting gamblers from playing on online casino sites.
But as long as we can still find that loophole and use it for us, it won't be a problem for us but it's just that we need to be careful in playing gambling.
No. Gambling can be good or bad influence for the gambler depending on how each of us play. The gambler itself is the one responsible if ever he become addicted for not controlling himself. Too much playing is not healthy but banning is not a solution for this since not all gamblers are turning into worse version of themselves as an effect of gambling in their lives. Its just depends on the gamblers on how they will deal with it.
In my country actors who promote gambling sites are responsible for deaths happening with the users below the age of 18 years.
As I have said its not because of gambling or the people who advertise the casino. Because you'll never be into a situation that you cant handle if from the start you refrain from playing or somehow limit yourself. So there's no one to blame here but the gambler itself because we are free to do what we want in our lives. 
In my country actors who promote gambling sites are responsible for deaths happening with the users below the age of 18 years. This has kept the actors and popular people away from promoting gambling sites. Those gambling sites aren't provably fair operating. In such a way regulations can be created and proper awareness need to be given. This can help gamblers limit their participation and stay out of big losses.
Disagree with. The blame should not be held responsible by the actors.
They are just doing what's on their contract. The users are the key responsible on what they will do. If gamblers want to stay out of their losses then be responsible to stop and don't put a blame on the marketing side.
Things are probably at this level because there's a different need for each gambler (ones that are addicted) need and that needs a different level of customization of assistance.
Again, as I have said in previous thread, it seems that gambling is in our DNA already. We've discussed when it started, whether in China or other old civilization. That alone proved that gambling is already on us since the beginning of our history.
And it evolved so much that there are governments willing to accept gambling with regulations. But as far as online, it will be hard to stop it totally. Gamblers are so adaptive that they will always find loopholes and exploits and maybe circumvent the ban by their government.
And it evolved so much that there are governments willing to accept gambling with regulations. But as far as online, it will be hard to stop it totally. Gamblers are so adaptive that they will always find loopholes and exploits and maybe circumvent the ban by their government.
For me this comes down to one thing and that’s freedom. The United States is FAR from perfect, but I am proud that I live in a place that affords many freedoms a good majority of the world does not. It’s progressive type things and that matters. So no, by banning gambling that’s like banning bitcoin, you’re taking away a freedom of choice, and doing so is wrong.
In my country actors who promote gambling sites are responsible for deaths happening with the users below the age of 18 years. This has kept the actors and popular people away from promoting gambling sites. Those gambling sites aren't provably fair operating. In such a way regulations can be created and proper awareness need to be given. This can help gamblers limit their participation and stay out of big losses.
Disagree with. The blame should not be held responsible by the actors.
They are just doing what's on their contract. The users are the key responsible on what they will do. If gamblers want to stay out of their losses then be responsible to stop and don't put a blame on the marketing side.
While you are condemning some actors for doing that, what about those celebrities who promote cigarettes, liquors, etc.
In my country actors who promote gambling sites are responsible for deaths happening with the users below the age of 18 years. This has kept the actors and popular people away from promoting gambling sites. Those gambling sites aren't provably fair operating. In such a way regulations can be created and proper awareness need to be given. This can help gamblers limit their participation and stay out of big losses.
LAMO - it is already banned in our country - I live in a muslim country where there is no casino and gambling is already a crime.Even so much so - if a bride gets to know that my fiancee is gamblor than she would refuse to marry him right away.
In my country actors who promote gambling sites are responsible for deaths happening with the users below the age of 18 years. This has kept the actors and popular people away from promoting gambling sites. Those gambling sites aren't provably fair operating. In such a way regulations can be created and proper awareness need to be given. This can help gamblers limit their participation and stay out of big losses.
As for harm to oneself, a person should have the right to do so...
Thats when the line between individual rights and possible mental troubles becomes fuzzy, because depending whom one ask gambling could be described as a normal social activity or a mental (or eve spiritual) illness; and it is the job of psychologist and psychiatrists to know where to draw the line.
This reminds me the debate about euthanasia, whether one have the right to die or not, but I think that would be another topic for further discussion on a different board, like Politics & Society.
I don't want "professionals" to decide for me what is good or bad for me and whether I have the right to make myself feel bad. Does this seem like an irrational desire? But if suddenly they start to take away “bad food” from you by force and force you to go to the gym, then you probably won’t like it either, although it seems to be to your benefit.
It is not about taking away things that could be harmful for oneself in the long term, I think. It is more about making sure one is fully aware of the consequences of the habits one adopts.
That is why smoking is legal even though it is scientifically proven to be harmful for one's health, in order for the smokers to be aware of these harmful effects cigarettes boxes include those warnings printed on the boxes, this also happens with the alcohol and raw meat.
Of course no.
Adult people can decide what to do with their money. It is not the government's business. People should have the right to lose money. If online gambling is going to get banned, they should ban real life gambling too. There is barely a difference.
What we need is a better education system and less population. Without these, there will always be lots of losers.
Gambling has become more established these days as they are now backed with big authorities. So what's the reason of banning it? Just because of a heavy loss? That is why only adults are allowed to gamble because they can already perceive what's right from wrong. If they will gamble all their hard-earned money, then they should be ready for the consequences. Gambling is designed for fun and entertainment, if one gambler goes beyond it and exceeds on his limits, i guess that's already his own problem. The gambling companies should not to be blame for it.Adult people can decide what to do with their money. It is not the government's business. People should have the right to lose money. If online gambling is going to get banned, they should ban real life gambling too. There is barely a difference.
What we need is a better education system and less population. Without these, there will always be lots of losers.
bodies whether they would really be taking up that consideration or would be totally go or mind off about the revenue that it gives.Gambling is for leisure and even though this sounds negative for most people but there
are ones who are really that willing to spend some money just to acquire these things.Its their money then its their business to take and how they should be spending those.
Addiction is a personal type of problem because if you are really that good on controlling yourself then you wont really be ending up on this point.
Of course no.
Adult people can decide what to do with their money. It is not the government's business. People should have the right to lose money. If online gambling is going to get banned, they should ban real life gambling too. There is barely a difference.
What we need is a better education system and less population. Without these, there will always be lots of losers.
Gambling has become more established these days as they are now backed with big authorities. So what's the reason of banning it? Just because of a heavy loss? That is why only adults are allowed to gamble because they can already perceive what's right from wrong. If they will gamble all their hard-earned money, then they should be ready for the consequences. Gambling is designed for fun and entertainment, if one gambler goes beyond it and exceeds on his limits, i guess that's already his own problem. The gambling companies should not to be blame for it. Adult people can decide what to do with their money. It is not the government's business. People should have the right to lose money. If online gambling is going to get banned, they should ban real life gambling too. There is barely a difference.
What we need is a better education system and less population. Without these, there will always be lots of losers.
Gambling should not be banned but different strategies and programmes should be put in place to discourage underage gambling and reduce gambling addictions. The government, parents and other non-government organisations should put certain roadblocks that would be able restrict access to gambling platforms by underage users. Certain remedial or anti-addiction programmes should be constantly put in place or organised to help gambling addict break free from addiction. Gambling services advertisement should also be regulated to ensure that it gets to the appropriate target audience or market.
I wonder how this can be achieved without resorting to KYC and other totalitarian methods? I mean most of the gamblers on this site are used to playing without KYC (thanks to cryptocurrencies), but how in this case (if cryptocurrencies and the internet are available to everyone) can underage players be cut off without introducing total KYC? I continue to be of the opinion that many issues should remain the responsibility of the family and not affect other people (no one should be forced to go through KYC). It’s just that those parents whose children will be caught gambling should bear some certain responsibility before the law.
I agree with the majority of responses that he should not be banned. Mostly because of the mess banning it is. The best thing is the current regulations with mandatory responsible gaming features.
The thing is that crypto gambling houses often escape this, but I think they do not have many years until they are fully regulated and have to follow the same procedures as fiat houses.
The thing is that crypto gambling houses often escape this, but I think they do not have many years until they are fully regulated and have to follow the same procedures as fiat houses.
Some countries have different rules in the judiciary. They certainly have their own reasons, because state ownership is in the hands of the governments of each country. There is a country whose source of tax revenue is from gambling in Macau. But there are also other sources.
So it is prohibited or not different policies in each country. Of course if I were in a country where gambling was banned I would probably comply. Because if I violated I could get a monetary penalty or imprisonment. But I still respect countries that legalize the Gambling because they certainly benefit.
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