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1. geooff_ · 1789582155 · focus · HN ↗

   > In 2024, Ontarians wagered $82.7 billion CAD on these sites through 2.6 million player accounts.

   Truly astounding numbers. Without a doubt, online gambling is the most preventable public health crisis of our generation. None of this had any business getting legalized.

   1. jLaForest · 1789582328 · focus · HN ↗

      An average of $31807 per person...

      1. dan353hehe · 1789583635 · focus · HN ↗

         It also could be inflated due to winnings being put back into another bet. A single dollar could be accounted for multiple times if used in multiple bets.

         Not that I am saying that this number is ok, gambling is a net negative on any society.

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