Government banning of casinos are at their own loss.

[tech30338]

Casino's that only don't have a permit can be banned, most casino's have license to operate and its hard for those license to be banned, its not just easy as banned them, we have laws, and if the government violates that laws, those companies will sue the government, and instead of profiting, for the tax, they are the one who will pay those casino's, its not as easy as it looks, don't believe those politician promising something just for votes and another re-elections, this is the truth.

[LUCKMCFLY]

In my opinion, perowsnal bans on casinos and gambling will never work, in fact it will make the problem worse, people will look for clandestine places to have fun, also knowing that casino games are for adults, there should be no problem, everyone is responsible for their actions, in that sense, gambling addiction will never be stopped, what a Government that does such a thing can achieve is that everything is ruined and generates more problems than solutions.

[DubemIfedigbo001]

In my opinion, perowsnal bans on casinos and gambling will never work, in fact it will make the problem worse, people will look for clandestine places to have fun, also knowing that casino games are for adults, there should be no problem, everyone is responsible for their actions, in that sense, gambling addiction will never be stopped, what a Government that does such a thing can achieve is that everything is ruined and generates more problems than solutions.

I can agree this generates more problems than solutions since most people seek other means to gamble in hiding and serious caution not to be discovered, both the young and old alike. Now the young gets more creative not in productive activities, but secrecy in gambling activities, moreso the chances of regulating their actions are limited since they cannot even own up to be actually gambling.

The country loses also since the casino enjoy their own share of their citizens involvement into gambling since they cannot legally claim the taxes since they banned the casino from functioning in their region while they're actually functioning indirectly.

[madnessteat]

~snip~

Most popular services. You can use some unknown VPN or deploy your own VPN as i did. If someone need - he can find a way to break restrictions, but common gambler would prefer to stop the game. If restrictions would be not enough to decrease gamblers quantity - government can improve fines for example.

Very often government bans have the opposite effect. For example, when the government bans gambling, people start visiting illegal casinos and are forced to use various methods to bypass the blocking to play online. When governments start blocking VPNs by IP addresses, which is not particularly difficult, people start creating their own VPNs on dedicated servers, which is much more difficult and expensive to stop. As a result, only a small proportion of people give up gambling, but a huge number of people not only continue to gamble, but also become more tech-savvy. I think it is better when governments regulate gambling, collect taxes, develop infrastructure to help gambling addicts, and invest in the education of citizens.

[mak013]

~snip~

Most popular services. You can use some unknown VPN or deploy your own VPN as i did. If someone need - he can find a way to break restrictions, but common gambler would prefer to stop the game. If restrictions would be not enough to decrease gamblers quantity - government can improve fines for example.

Very often government bans have the opposite effect. For example, when the government bans gambling, people start visiting illegal casinos and are forced to use various methods to bypass the blocking to play online. When governments start blocking VPNs by IP addresses, which is not particularly difficult, people start creating their own VPNs on dedicated servers, which is much more difficult and expensive to stop. As a result, only a small proportion of people give up gambling, but a huge number of people not only continue to gamble, but also become more tech-savvy. I think it is better when governments regulate gambling, collect taxes, develop infrastructure to help gambling addicts, and invest in the education of citizens.

It is so. But it is true for just a part of people. I work in IT, so for me not a problem to deploy my own VPN server. But the same time i often asked what VPN to use, how to deploy it, etc. Few mates couldn`t even download the app to join my VPN.
I still don`t change my mind - someone will search the way to break restrictions, someone will search new way of relax and i can`t calculate the result. My opinion - the quantity of gamblers will decrease. Different negative threads in internet - will increase. Common gambler don`t need any problems with the law, he isn`t gambling addict. Common gambler will prefer something else.

[fruktik]

It is so. But it is true for just a part of people. I work in IT, so for me not a problem to deploy my own VPN server. But the same time i often asked what VPN to use, how to deploy it, etc. Few mates couldn`t even download the app to join my VPN.
I still don`t change my mind - someone will search the way to break restrictions, someone will search new way of relax and i can`t calculate the result. My opinion - the quantity of gamblers will decrease. Different negative threads in internet - will increase. Common gambler don`t need any problems with the law, he isn`t gambling addict. Common gambler will prefer something else.

Yes, they will prefer to take the path of least resistance, as it happens in 90% of cases. People will not bother themselves with additional technical aspects. This is the lot of those who really want to bypass restrictions as needed. I myself have encountered the fact that most people are very lazy. They can’t even press a few buttons. What can we say about everything else?

[Fivestar4everMVP]

There are many countries placing ban on gambling operations in their country on both online and offline, for either religious reasons or as measure towards curbing gambling addiction. But is it making result? while several other countries are rather lifting their bans with less restrictive regulatory policies.

If there's any government officials reading this, it is important you all understand that the ban doesn't in anyway stopped your citizens from still accessing these gambling platforms online with their phones either through VPN. And this evening makes the citizens risk losing their money to the casino whose ToS is against the use of VPN. Your citizens now lose more to these casinos without the country receiving any royalties as revenue raising. Invariably, it all ends in favour of the casinos at the end of it all. Because you can't really stop your citizens from gambling at this digital age, except you plan on manning one policeman to a citizen 😜 , which is not possible.

There are modern better ways to fight gambling addiction such as which I have proposed in my opinion:
> Regularly educating your citizens on national TV programmes about the negatives of compulsive gambling. You can be sponsoring these programmes through the revenues accrued from taxes paid by these gambling companies. Or these companies could as well partner with initiatives and sponsor it.

> Provide skills acquisitions programmes and avenues of adequate job opportunities, because a lot of young people trooping into gambling are doing so as a result of a lack of sustainable means of income which makes them to see gambling is the all embracing means to make money.

You have spoken really and very well and I agree with the suggestions you provided..

I remember what happened in the last administration in my country government before this present government took over office. X(formally known as Twitter) was banned in the entire country simply because the president of my country said he was insulted by Elon musk, the entire citizens of the country who were on X were charged to delete X from their devices and stop accessing the platform, internet service providers were charged to block every one of their users access to X which the did, but then, every one started downloading VPN to use to access X even down to most government officials 😂

Every one started using VPN to access X and after a couple of months, the president saw that the ban was not effective as every one was still using and posting on X like they used to before even some of his government officials, he then decided to quietly lift the ban.

This is same thing happening with casino bans, I've always made it clear that banning a casino in a country can only be effective in two ways only..
1. The people don't want to gamble
2. The casino themselves banned the people access to the casino.

Anything outside of this two is a complete waste of time because as long as the people want to gamble and the casino allow users to visit and play through VPN, the people will always gamble even from countries where gambling is banned.

[LUCKMCFLY]

I will always agree with the casino bans, they are senseless, they do not promote fun or employment in countries that need them, when there are bans by a government, at least in mine , everyone in my country finds a way to get around them for the simple fact that they are not accepted, governments worldwide do not look out for the best for their people, they look for the best for themselves.

[Aanuoluwatofunmi]

In my opinion, perowsnal bans on casinos and gambling will never work, in fact it will make the problem worse, people will look for clandestine places to have fun, also knowing that casino games are for adults, there should be no problem, everyone is responsible for their actions, in that sense, gambling addiction will never be stopped, what a Government that does such a thing can achieve is that everything is ruined and generates more problems than solutions.

Governments already knows this as impossible, but they will always keep on attacking for those who are not complying to paying their regulatory tax being part of their IGR in gambling sectors, we are living in a freedom era, all these shouldn't be a challenge anymore, some gamblers also have been making it more difficult to see gambling as what is all about fun, with their way of irresponsible gambling nature, all these are part of the reason the government will always take and use against us in gambling, but they still never wish its stopped, because they mostly earn from it.

[Accardo]

Governments already knows this as impossible, but they will always keep on attacking for those who are not complying to paying their regulatory tax being part of their IGR in gambling sectors, we are living in a freedom era, all these shouldn't be a challenge anymore, some gamblers also have been making it more difficult to see gambling as what is all about fun, with their way of irresponsible gambling nature, all these are part of the reason the government will always take and use against us in gambling, but they still never wish its stopped, because they mostly earn from it.

Every good governance would want her citizens to do what's right for their health. Losing people to addiction is affecting the serenity of any nation, and it's not fine the kind of chaos these problem gamers cause to the society, family and friends. But banning gambling doesn't end the problem, it adds fuel to it, and gives such players the strength to find a method or strategy that'll enable them play gambling. And with the help of the internet, literally all tweaks to any restrictions are available free of charge. I support Op's proposal, the government need to work more on educating people about th effects of gaming.

[Fredomago]

In my opinion, perowsnal bans on casinos and gambling will never work, in fact it will make the problem worse, people will look for clandestine places to have fun, also knowing that casino games are for adults, there should be no problem, everyone is responsible for their actions, in that sense, gambling addiction will never be stopped, what a Government that does such a thing can achieve is that everything is ruined and generates more problems than solutions.

Governments already knows this as impossible, but they will always keep on attacking for those who are not complying to paying their regulatory tax being part of their IGR in gambling sectors, we are living in a freedom era, all these shouldn't be a challenge anymore, some gamblers also have been making it more difficult to see gambling as what is all about fun, with their way of irresponsible gambling nature, all these are part of the reason the government will always take and use against us in gambling, but they still never wish its stopped, because they mostly earn from it.

That last statement of yours reflect to how government really seeing how gambling works, they if not all but most of those corrupt officials are really earning from this industry, they knew that it's hard to fought against gambling industry as there are many gamblers that will look for on their own ways to keep playing, so instead of banning or stopping corrupt officials will pretend that they are against it but the actions is different knowing that there's a huge amount of money behind this business.

[LUCKMCFLY]

I can agree this generates more problems than solutions since most people seek other means to gamble in hiding and serious caution not to be discovered, both the young and old alike. Now the young gets more creative not in productive activities, but secrecy in gambling activities, moreso the chances of regulating their actions are limited since they cannot even own up to be actually gambling.

The country loses also since the casino enjoy their own share of their citizens involvement into gambling since they cannot legally claim the taxes since they banned the casino from functioning in their region while they're actually functioning indirectly.

Yes, that's why prohibitions cause all kinds of problems, problems that wouldn't exist if the activity was carried out normally. I think we should all start from the fact that the casino is for adults, and that each one of us who are adults should take this responsibly, and if it gets out of control, then we should find a way to improve or get out of any problem. Prohibitions on fun activities like casinos should not exist.

[MArsland]

In my opinion, perowsnal bans on casinos and gambling will never work, in fact it will make the problem worse, people will look for clandestine places to have fun, also knowing that casino games are for adults, there should be no problem, everyone is responsible for their actions, in that sense, gambling addiction will never be stopped, what a Government that does such a thing can achieve is that everything is ruined and generates more problems than solutions.

The main issue is that not all countries legalize gambling. Some countries prohibit it, but even so, some people will still seek out entertainment like gambling. Even if they do it knowing it carries legal risks, government prohibitions won't deter those who enjoy gambling.
For example, many people currently gamble secretly in countries where gambling is prohibited. This is compounded by the availability of online gambling, which has clearly made gambling even easier. Therefore, it's likely that government prohibitions will only create problems, not provide solutions.

[Xcode7]

I will always agree with the casino bans, they are senseless, they do not promote fun or employment in countries that need them, when there are bans by a government, at least in mine , everyone in my country finds a way to get around them for the simple fact that they are not accepted, governments worldwide do not look out for the best for their people, they look for the best for themselves.

Casino bans are detrimental to a country's government because they don't receive taxes, while their citizens can continue to gamble online, even if they have to use a VPN. The country doesn't receive anything, especially since casino taxes are so high, I also believe this is a loss for the government.
Someone addicted to gambling will do anything to satisfy their craving, and it can't be stopped.

[GigaBit]

Governments already knows this as impossible, but they will always keep on attacking for those who are not complying to paying their regulatory tax being part of their IGR in gambling sectors, we are living in a freedom era, all these shouldn't be a challenge anymore, some gamblers also have been making it more difficult to see gambling as what is all about fun, with their way of irresponsible gambling nature, all these are part of the reason the government will always take and use against us in gambling, but they still never wish its stopped, because they mostly earn from it.

At present, the government cannot just stop gambling if it wants, but it also has to regulate it. Depending on these two, the governments have to take necessary steps. If the government wants to ban gambling completely, then they will lose revenue and gamblers will do that using VPN. That is why I think it is a good way to take necessary steps to create awareness by allowing its use. The gambling industry is currently booming and no country can benefit by stopping it. Which will also benefit the government. It is right that strict controls should be put in place against all sites that are doing their business without any kind of government permission. This will not destroy the gambling industry, but rather those who have taken government permission will benefit the most.

[tsaroz]

There are very few countries that have blanket ban on gambling and all of them are Muslim countries. I don't know how strict or how effective the restrictions are in those countries but everywhere else, any ban effort has been useless.
Many other countries have several restrictions but they do allow some form of gambling. Even the strict nation like China has relaxed gambling on mainland and has a good allowed amount Chinese people could gamble on Macau and elsewhere. Likewise there are many countries that restricts the amount citizens could spend on casinos but what they don't realize is such restrictions are fueling more underground casinos.

[Taskford]

Governments already knows this as impossible, but they will always keep on attacking for those who are not complying to paying their regulatory tax being part of their IGR in gambling sectors, we are living in a freedom era, all these shouldn't be a challenge anymore, some gamblers also have been making it more difficult to see gambling as what is all about fun, with their way of irresponsible gambling nature, all these are part of the reason the government will always take and use against us in gambling, but they still never wish its stopped, because they mostly earn from it.

At present, the government cannot just stop gambling if it wants, but it also has to regulate it. Depending on these two, the governments have to take necessary steps. If the government wants to ban gambling completely, then they will lose revenue and gamblers will do that using VPN. That is why I think it is a good way to take necessary steps to create awareness by allowing its use. The gambling industry is currently booming and no country can benefit by stopping it. Which will also benefit the government. It is right that strict controls should be put in place against all sites that are doing their business without any kind of government permission. This will not destroy the gambling industry, but rather those who have taken government permission will benefit the most.

They can if they really want to stop it. Yeah they might lose lots of revenues but if they are sustainable countries. For sure that they won't think about the income but rather the effect of online casinos to their citizens.

Gambling industry is really booming but if government find ways to make this activity accessible only for rich people and those economically struggling people can't access it then provably they are fine with its existence.

That's why government should study to think about better option towards their acceptance or banning online casinos in their country.

[LDL]

The government will definitely be against casinos. When there are obstacles to the country's economic development, it is natural that the government will automatically be forced to close casinos. Crypto is usually used directly in casinos where a large part of a country's economy is being used tax-free, with the government receiving no benefits. Currently, most casinos use Bitcoin, and domestic agents are loading crypto into gambling accounts, so the government is not getting any benefits from this, which is creating an obstacle to economic development, forcing the government to decide to close the casinos.

[leonair]

Most of the countries actually putting bans on gambling are for religious reasons and that's why it's mostly the middle east region although it's not entirely pin on those areas but I think you get the picture. Other countries are actually utilizing the massive gambling industry which is something that the government are well known for as they always exploit situation to their benefits and one way they achieve this is by taxing the gambling industry which active initiative towards this.

Yes, many countries still keep gambling illegal considering religious issues. However, the way gambling is being adopted nowadays. Even though the government has banned gambling, people access it in various ways. Crypto casinos can be accessed even in countries where gambling is illegal, and since gambling is played with crypto here, the government cannot do any kind of tracking. Many also access them using VPNs. However, officially, gambling has been kept illegal in most middle east countries considering the economic condition of the country and religious issues.

[LUCKMCFLY]

Governments already knows this as impossible, but they will always keep on attacking for those who are not complying to paying their regulatory tax being part of their IGR in gambling sectors, we are living in a freedom era, all these shouldn't be a challenge anymore, some gamblers also have been making it more difficult to see gambling as what is all about fun, with their way of irresponsible gambling nature, all these are part of the reason the government will always take and use against us in gambling, but they still never wish its stopped, because they mostly earn from it.

The advantage that Governments have is the resources and the ability to reach everywhere through what they have, use of Information , social networks, among others such as police forces, a war like this is quite Difficult , but as they say around here, it is impossible for the government to put Everyone in prison , it Cannot be done, so sometimes irreverence towards a government is a guarantee of Fighting for freedoms that should never be taken away by a small group of Politicians.