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Re:Meta's blockbuster trial draws parallels to big tobacco by the_other on Wednesday August 19, 2026 @05:52AM (#49359263)
> Not really. The question is are you working for your money or are you hoping the money will provide free rent for you. If the latter, you're gambling.

So putting money in my savings account is gambling, but investing in businesses is not.

I suspect I misunderstand your point completely.

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Re:Meta's blockbuster trial draws parallels to big tobacco by Dylan16807 on Wednesday August 19, 2026 @03:24PM (#49366051)
They're saying that investing is your neighbor's business is gambling but starting your own business with the money isn't.

But if it's the same risk I don't see why.

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