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Quote from: len01 on March 13, 2023, 06:21:48 AM

from the several replies that I have read, almost all say that the negative things that might happen to street gambling have a high risk. but some people say street gambling is like the sensation of gambling directly which is very fun even though they know the big risks that will be received.

and I'm sure that some of the people here have experienced at least one bet on street gambling and certainly know what risks there are.
to bet on street gambling is actually not a problem as long as you bring a small amount and don't bring valuables. because usually in street gambling there are lots of people watching and usually around that group there are many pickpockets who are after your money.

but the better advice is to gamble in the most comfortable and safe places like online casinos.

People are saying negative things about it because there are more negatives than positives to street gambling, especially in some countries or cities where even it could become life-threatening as mentioned by OP that his friend was heavily injured during street gambling, and that is just one example of it. There are always evil eyes watching you when you are gambling on a street.

Pickpockets, muggers, senseless abusers, fighters, cheaters, there are all kinds of people on the streets, and when you go out there, you will have to be careful with all of them. So, what's the fun in that if you can't even gamble with peace?

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Is street gambling safe?

Well, I can say it's 80% not safe but even if you're into some kind of premium casinos safety is not guaranteed when there's something really bad about to happen. Well, depends on the street you want to gamble, before hitting up on someone it's best if you know them well first. The fact that there might be someone who will probably report you to authorities considering you're in public places there is a lot of thug minded when it comes to street gambling.

Street gambling is strictly prohibited in our country but lots of gamblers here still break the law. That's why there were raids and curfews over the streets most of the time. I think this is to control crimes and illegal activities and to mantain peace and safety in the streets both in rural and urban areas. It is not safe for gamblers especially if there's huge money involved. There's a right and legal place to gamble where players could play safely far from criminals who might chase them because of their funds.

Many are still doing that because they know the officials give priority on that situation since they think its low offense crime and give priority to more bigger ones. But if happen that the police officials are so strict about to catch and imprison the street gamblers for sure there are less to zero people will expose theirselves and gamble openly on streets.

But maybe there is also street gambling financed by corrupt officials and has a lot of subordinates who can protect their business on the streets.
This is common in many places and there is competition in street gambling because the velocity of money can be very large.
If people weren't afraid or worried about their safety, they might prefer to gamble on the street gambling because they could meet many people from all walks of life who like it.
And they have to be careful with the raids that can be carried out by the authorities who want to clean up street gambling because it is not legal according to them.

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Is street gambling safe?

Well, I can say it's 80% not safe but even if you're into some kind of premium casinos safety is not guaranteed when there's something really bad about to happen. Well, depends on the street you want to gamble, before hitting up on someone it's best if you know them well first. The fact that there might be someone who will probably report you to authorities considering you're in public places there is a lot of thug minded when it comes to street gambling.

Street gambling is strictly prohibited in our country but lots of gamblers here still break the law. That's why there were raids and curfews over the streets most of the time. I think this is to control crimes and illegal activities and to mantain peace and safety in the streets both in rural and urban areas. It is not safe for gamblers especially if there's huge money involved. There's a right and legal place to gamble where players could play safely far from criminals who might chase them because of their funds.

Many are still doing that because they know the officials give priority on that situation since they think its low offense crime and give priority to more bigger ones. But if happen that the police officials are so strict about to catch and imprison the street gamblers for sure there are less to zero people will expose theirselves and gamble openly on streets.

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Quote from: KaizenJujustsu on March 11, 2023, 09:57:01 PM

Is street gambling safe?
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Does it prove that street gambling is not safe? Yes, it might but it all depends on the players. Will u play your bet with people you know are no good? No right? Maybe we can't really say until it happens but how about the chance that you can get yourself harmed, I'm not saying that don't play street games or don't bet on street gambling what I'm saying is please do choose who you play with wisely.

Not just that but street gambling is extremely unsafe for a lot of reasons:

First, there is no security measures in the first place. You are limited to only an amount that is safe to bet due to the lack of any security. If you attempt to bet huge, there is always that chance of the person fleeing;

Second, such practice is highly unregulated and the authorities may seize the properties without any question. They may also held you responsible for the violation of the law, which could be either a civil and/or a criminal case;

Lastly, it is generally unsafe for your protection. Assuming that you won, people around you can threaten you once you leave the establishment.

If you are planning on trying street gambling, then you must know all these risks before you delve into such practice. Again, this is very unsafe for your protection and you should avoid this at all cost.

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Is street gambling safe?

Well, I can say it's 80% not safe but even if you're into some kind of premium casinos safety is not guaranteed when there's something really bad about to happen. Well, depends on the street you want to gamble, before hitting up on someone it's best if you know them well first. The fact that there might be someone who will probably report you to authorities considering you're in public places there is a lot of thug minded when it comes to street gambling.

Street gambling is strictly prohibited in our country but lots of gamblers here still break the law. That's why there were raids and curfews over the streets most of the time. I think this is to control crimes and illegal activities and to mantain peace and safety in the streets both in rural and urban areas. It is not safe for gamblers especially if there's huge money involved. There's a right and legal place to gamble where players could play safely far from criminals who might chase them because of their funds.

Correct me if am wrong, but it's not possible to curb street gambling, government officials can only instil fear, and even the sanest countries still find it difficult to curb this. Also, the curfew can't work on street gambling as the government can't declare it in important places simply because of that. Government officials are overwhelmed as well with the tackles of the gamblers, so they let them be in many cases.

And as for safety, it depends, if you are a street guy, you should have known the street way, I guess it's the novice that falls victim.

Street guy had started on being a novice and this is where it all started which is really that a common cycle.In speaking about letting off these places then its not actually that the government couldnt really be able to
handle it out but rather there are people who are on the position who do let up these places operating and been protected out and this is why they are still operational.
As a gambler then if you are really that keen on going into these corners and minding off the risks then its your choice, you do know its illegal then why
would go?

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Quote from: Cling18 on March 15, 2023, 10:46:53 AM

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Quote from: KaizenJujustsu on March 11, 2023, 09:57:01 PM

Is street gambling safe?

Well, I can say it's 80% not safe but even if you're into some kind of premium casinos safety is not guaranteed when there's something really bad about to happen. Well, depends on the street you want to gamble, before hitting up on someone it's best if you know them well first. The fact that there might be someone who will probably report you to authorities considering you're in public places there is a lot of thug minded when it comes to street gambling.

Street gambling is strictly prohibited in our country but lots of gamblers here still break the law. That's why there were raids and curfews over the streets most of the time. I think this is to control crimes and illegal activities and to mantain peace and safety in the streets both in rural and urban areas. It is not safe for gamblers especially if there's huge money involved. There's a right and legal place to gamble where players could play safely far from criminals who might chase them because of their funds.

Correct me if am wrong, but it's not possible to curb street gambling, government officials can only instil fear, and even the sanest countries still find it difficult to curb this. Also, the curfew can't work on street gambling as the government can't declare it in important places simply because of that. Government officials are overwhelmed as well with the tackles of the gamblers, so they let them be in many cases.

And as for safety, it depends, if you are a street guy, you should have known the street way, I guess it's the novice that falls victim.

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Quote from: KaizenJujustsu on March 11, 2023, 09:57:01 PM

Is street gambling safe?

Well, I can say it's 80% not safe but even if you're into some kind of premium casinos safety is not guaranteed when there's something really bad about to happen. Well, depends on the street you want to gamble, before hitting up on someone it's best if you know them well first. The fact that there might be someone who will probably report you to authorities considering you're in public places there is a lot of thug minded when it comes to street gambling.

Street gambling is strictly prohibited in our country but lots of gamblers here still break the law. That's why there were raids and curfews over the streets most of the time. I think this is to control crimes and illegal activities and to mantain peace and safety in the streets both in rural and urban areas. It is not safe for gamblers especially if there's huge money involved. There's a right and legal place to gamble where players could play safely far from criminals who might chase them because of their funds.

Well, it's just lot wanted to end in prison because of that. I do think curfew is a good method but the thing with street gamblers is that they'll find whatever narrow place it is as long as it's convenient for them to play. Usually this aren't that huge money involved but what's scary is that most of it involves some minors.

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Quote from: KaizenJujustsu on March 11, 2023, 09:57:01 PM

Is street gambling safe?

Any kind of unregulated, unlicensed gambling is extremely risky and not worth it, in my own subjective opinion. If anything goes wrong you are out of luck and I think that nobody will be able to help you get your money back.

Same goes for any kind of unlicensed gambling. Even gambling with friends at home can easily go wrong.

Its better to use a casino because if something happens, not only are you protected by laws and regulations, you will also be able to prove many things (as long as you are online gambling).

Yes, good point. I would just like to add that as well as street gambling being unsafe, it is likely that street gambling is potentially unfair. that is to say, potentially cheating. so, there are many risks that we will face as visitors or players. this is why, it is highly not recommended to visit street gambling. except, if gambling on the streets is held in certain events. however, it rarely happens. So, overall I agree with what you said. this type of gambling that is not regulated, especially those that are not licensed, carries a high risk. also, the vulnerability invites criminal acts to occur in street gambling.

Well, isn't it now easier for us to have an online casino. more practical, easy to access, without even having to leave the house. also, licensed and trustworthy. I'm sure the majority of people would prefer a safe casino over street gambling.

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Quote from: Yatsan on March 14, 2023, 06:33:04 PM

Fights could be avoided. The risk I see on street gambling is cheating issues with the 'house' or the one who facilitates. Their hands are too fast to notice but they are putting tricks in order to come up with winning. My friend tried playing on a street based gambling game which seem to be a dice game. He was allowed to take trials and when it went smooth he engaged with bets and surprisingly, he did not even win once unlike with his trials wherein he did not even lose. Game of luck? I doubt, there is for sure something in it maybe some sort of a trick. Well, this is not to generalize but if you are unfamiliar with that street in particular, then I suggest avoid putting your money into it.

You are right that fights can be avoided, but robberies and pickpockets cannot. How do you plan to avoid a couple of guys catching you on the way with a gun or a knife or whatever and asking you to give them everything that you have on you? And what about those who will take out anything you have in your pockets in a way that you won't even realize something had happened until you reach out?

So there are also other risks apart from the games being rigged. I know that street gambling operators are cheaters most of the times, and they are so good at it that a new person cannot even spot how he is doing it.

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Quote from: libert19 on March 14, 2023, 09:51:20 PM

Yea, that's why I stick to online casino platforms, and on-chain as far as possible, less risks to funds. No possible harm unlike in street gambling and you can play at comfort of your home.

That's a good idea to do gambling online especially it lessen the hassle and safety of the players. Street gambling which doesn't guarantee your safety since a gambling outside without any security might gone wrong, that might cause a fight. From my experience in my country in street gambling, I'm just an observer since I like gambling and how people loses their money in a stupid way. But that's when I realized that people have different ways to cope up with their anger issues and loss. Then he punch the guy who won but the guy was arm, he'd just showed him the gun to calm down. Good thing that the guy holding a gun was a cool headed and that's the time that I don't even want to observe and watch this kind of gambling since it doesn't guarantee our safety.

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Quote from: KaizenJujustsu on March 11, 2023, 09:57:01 PM

Is street gambling safe?

Basically all forms of gambling have a level of risk and that's why you are the biggest control in making decisions.

Quote from: KaizenJujustsu on March 11, 2023, 09:57:01 PM

Actually, this is an easy one and it all depends on the place and who you play with. Almost all of the streets here have people piling up to bet on games like blackjack, lucky nine, and baccarat. Fights actually broke out since the place where the games take place is only on the streets where there is actually no authorities like security guards or moderator for the games. One of my friends actually gets hospitalized because of his winning and he got on one of his opponent's heads after the game, his opponent and his companions hit him on his face with a baseball bat.

This is more to the concept of gambling in the past and although I do not recommend anyone to gamble, it is better to avoid this kind of gambling because there will be many risks that will be obtained and one of them is as you mentioned. As technology develops there are many ways for someone to be involved in gambling, many casinos offer gambling that is more flexible and you don't have to bother leaving the house to place a bet.

Quote from: KaizenJujustsu on March 11, 2023, 09:57:01 PM

Does it prove that street gambling is not safe? Yes, it might but it all depends on the players. Will u play your bet with people you know are no good? No right? Maybe we can't really say until it happens but how about the chance that you can get yourself harmed, I'm not saying that don't play street games or don't bet on street gambling what I'm saying is please do choose who you play with wisely

It's not just the cases you see that prove street gambling is unsafe, but the many death cases that have involved street gambling, for reasons of not being paid after betting or the bookie holding the money failing to pay the winners for reasons of being cheated. I can say street gambling is not safe at all and even though you dare not say it, because I also often see this kind of gambling and although I was not directly involved in the street gambling arena.

If someone intends to gamble or is already actively involved in gambling, you can refer them to casino sites that offer betting on various sports and there you will find a higher level of security compared to street gambling.

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Quote from: KaizenJujustsu on March 11, 2023, 09:57:01 PM

Is street gambling safe?

Any kind of unregulated, unlicensed gambling is extremely risky and not worth it, in my own subjective opinion. If anything goes wrong you are out of luck and I think that nobody will be able to help you get your money back.

Same goes for any kind of unlicensed gambling. Even gambling with friends at home can easily go wrong.

Its better to use a casino because if something happens, not only are you protected by laws and regulations, you will also be able to prove many things (as long as you are online gambling).

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Quote from: rhomelmabini on March 15, 2023, 10:37:53 AM

Quote from: KaizenJujustsu on March 11, 2023, 09:57:01 PM

Is street gambling safe?

Well, I can say it's 80% not safe but even if you're into some kind of premium casinos safety is not guaranteed when there's something really bad about to happen. Well, depends on the street you want to gamble, before hitting up on someone it's best if you know them well first. The fact that there might be someone who will probably report you to authorities considering you're in public places there is a lot of thug minded when it comes to street gambling.

Street gambling is strictly prohibited in our country but lots of gamblers here still break the law. That's why there were raids and curfews over the streets most of the time. I think this is to control crimes and illegal activities and to mantain peace and safety in the streets both in rural and urban areas. It is not safe for gamblers especially if there's huge money involved. There's a right and legal place to gamble where players could play safely far from criminals who might chase them because of their funds.

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Quote from: 348Judah on March 15, 2023, 05:44:23 AM

Not only the street gambling that has risk even the online casino gambling is risky, but how we were being able to manage he risk involved matters alot, some gamblers don't actually know what's good for them andhow they will be abke to mage gambling to work in their favour, where you gambles doesn't matyer like how you're being able to think fast when necessary and make perfect application of wisdom as at when needed in gambling.

The risk that you're talking about is different from the actual risk that you'll take if you'll ever try to gamble on the streets. The physical risk is there and it's much more worrying because of what can be done unlike just sitting at home and gambling online. Being present is scarier than what we can think when you'll be surrounded by other gamblers that you don't know if they're with you or if they're there to just watch you around and wait for you to be swindled by them. We may have no idea of what people can do if it's about the money but with all of the news and actual scenes that are happening now, that's giving us the thought that the worst might happen because of it.

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Quote from: KaizenJujustsu on March 11, 2023, 09:57:01 PM

Is street gambling safe?

Well, I can say it's 80% not safe but even if you're into some kind of premium casinos safety is not guaranteed when there's something really bad about to happen. Well, depends on the street you want to gamble, before hitting up on someone it's best if you know them well first. The fact that there might be someone who will probably report you to authorities considering you're in public places there are lot of thug minded when it comes to street gambling.

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Street gambling is quite dangerous and am happy you have been able to articulate the scenerio in the which your friend got hurt.
The emotions that accompanies gambling is something to note. In the streets, no one has control over their emotions while loosing money, mostly when authorities don't show up in such place for such games. It could as well be gang related gambling or the likes and that is why the advent of online gambling games and live centres standout as better options.
If you must gamble with your friends, please use online or let neutral authorities be present in well lit or secured place, otherwise, don't gamble. You never know who is jealous or envious of your winning ways and want to make you suffer for thier losses.

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Street gambling isn't safe because it might end up in conflicts especially if the result is not n favor of the opponent. There will surely be fights that we can't control in the end because of greed. The place isn't safe for winning players as well. It's fun and challenging for some people but it's actually dangerous at the same time. Online casino as for me is the most convenient and safest way to gamble since we can play safely in the comforts of our home or any place where we can play comfortably.

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Quote from: AicecreaME on March 15, 2023, 07:16:32 AM

Street gambling isn't really ideal in terms of privacy and safety.

It's not only for street gambling, but a crypto gambling also not secure in terms of privacy and safety. Can you guarantee the casino will not hacked or someone who work behind the site wouldn't sell your data to the criminal? there's no privacy if you're submit your KYC and didn't mix your coins, you have no way to know what the criminal will do with your KYC, what if they will come into your house and force you to give them all of your cryptos?

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Street gambling isn't really ideal in terms of privacy and safety. This is because from the name itself, it is done on the streets. Meaning, you have no specific place which is secured enough to gamble with your money. You will be playing with different set of people with different backgrounds and personality. You will get to play with the good ones if you are lucky enough, and bad ones if you are that unfortunate. Of course, we label them, based on our standard and moral grounds. So determining which is which will be a subjective manner.

Aside from playing with different personalities and no enclosed space, anyone planning to do street gambling must be wary of thieves. Sometimes, these robbers are engaging or pretending to be a fellow gambler, but the truth is, they are just watching closely which person to target after the game. So this will put your life at risk and at the same time, your winnings. So yes, street gambling isn't really for everyone. If you have the guts to play it despite its cons then go for it. Otherwise, just pick a reputable physical casino and play in the premises of it to avoid unwanted attention of robbers and get to enjoy the ambiance as well.

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Not only the street gambling that has risk even the online casino gambling is risky, but how we were being able to manage he risk involved matters alot, some gamblers don't actually know what's good for them andhow they will be abke to mage gambling to work in their favour, where you gambles doesn't matyer like how you're being able to think fast when necessary and make perfect application of wisdom as at when needed in gambling.

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