CABA advances in the fight against gambling addiction and blocked more than 200 illegal betting websites

CABA advances in the fight against gambling addiction and blocked more than 200 illegal betting websites

September 17, 2024 – 09:12

The Special Prosecutor’s Office for Gambling, created in July by the Public Prosecutor’s Office, played a crucial role in these actions.

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He Head of the Buenos Aires Government, Jorge Macri, announced that the City of Buenos Aires blockade More than 200 illegal betting sites.

As stated by the City, This effort is part of the fight against gambling addictionespecially among minors. The Specialized Prosecutor’s Office for Gambling, created in July by the Public Prosecutor’s Officeplayed a crucial role in these actions.

CABA advances in the fight against gambling addiction and blocked more than 200 illegal betting websites

The local government, in collaboration with City Lotteryalso launched the campaign “Talking is winning”aimed at raising awareness about the risks of online gambling among young people. In this regard, Betting sites were blocked in 1,770 public schools and 35 workshops were held in clubs and schools with the participation of more than 4,500 young people.

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Macri He warned that online gambling can cause serious problems such as anxiety and sleep disorders, and stressed the importance of dialogue in prevention. Jesus Acevedo, president of the City Lotterywarned about the specific risks for minors, who are more vulnerable and exposed to illegal sites designed to attract and addict them.

The campaign includes slogans such as “If you bet illegally, you always lose” and “If you think your child is betting, bet on dialogue,” and promotes workshops and messages aimed at parents, educators and the community in general.

For support in cases of problematic gambling, the guidance line is offered 0800-666-6006.

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