Gambling is illegal, unless the state within which you are in says it is legal. For example, in Nevada, you can not bet on the flip of a coin because the legislature has not made that legal.

The stock market is legal in every state.

I love both for their similarities and spend many hours on each.

yes its just the same it has a risk you will lose it all,
putting it in an isa is the safe bet

Yes. Granted there is no “house” to bet against, and with some research you can minimize loses. But yes, it is still gambling and you can still make billions or lose your shirt in an afternoon.

no i consider it being smart if doing it right but it could become a addiction but i think u have better chances of making alot more money and less risks of loosing than gambling