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Online Gambling Welcomes Ruling

By Amy Yee
April 11, 2005

Online gaming companies cheered last week's ruling by the World Trade Organisation on a case involving the US and Antigua. A WTO appeals panel concluded that while the US can keep some restrictions on online gambling, some US legislation discriminates against foreign operators.

“We're pleased about the ruling,” said Nigel Payne, chief executive of UK-listed Sportingbet, the largest quoted online gaming company. “On balance, it's good for the industry. The overall conclusion obliges the US to sit down and comply.”

Source: Financial Times