With skill-based gaming becoming more accepted, could traditional gambling laws evolve to accommodate modern gaming trends? Would love to hear your thoughts!
Some jurisdictions are already making this distinction, but in places like India, where religious and social beliefs strongly influence gambling regulations, the shift is happening more slowly. However, with the growing popularity of fantasy sports, poker, and esports betting, legal frameworks may need to evolve to accommodate these trends. This article at https://www.meritline.com/gambling-in-india-religious-and-social-contexts/ provides an interesting perspective on how gambling is viewed in India’s cultural and religious context: Gambling in India: Religious and Social Contexts. The big question is whether regulators will embrace modernization or continue with a conservative stance.
Absolutely! Traditional gambling laws were designed for brick-and-mortar casinos and lotteries, but with the rise of skill-based gaming, esports betting, and fantasy sports, the lines are becoming increasingly blurred. Lawmakers in some regions are beginning to differentiate between skill and chance, which could lead to more nuanced regulations that allow for responsible gaming while preventing exploitation.