Online Gambling Articles

Barney Frank Internet Gambling Bill to Be Heard Tomorrow.  July 20, 2010 article.

PPA's Message on Barney Frank's Poker Bill -- 'Get Ready'  January 19, 2010, article about Barney Frank's bill to license and regulate internet gaming.

Frank gets delay in law restricting Net casinos.  December 14, 2009, article about Barney Frank getting a six month delay on the UIGEA going into enforcement so that he can work on a bil to legalize internet gambling.

Internet Gambling Law Expert Reacts to UIGEA Decision.  Sept. 3, 2009 article about the rejection of the constitutional challenge to the UIGEA.

US Says China's Online Gambling Sensorship Violates WTO Rules.  June 24, 2009, US Trade Representative and Commerce Secretary send letter to China protesting China's plan to block certain websites, including Gambling websites.

Gambling: US Hypocracy on Internet Gambling.  June 24, 2009, article about the US claiming China's censorship of gambling websites violates WTO.

EU Slams US on its remote gambling, betting laws. June 14, 2009, article about the EU pointing out that the US laws deny access and discriminate against foreign suppliers of gambling and betting services inconsistently with US’ WTO obligations.

European Commission Finds U.S. Violates Trade Agreement, Internet Gambling Law Would Resolve Dispute.  June 15 article about the EU finding that Barney Frank's Consumer Protection and Enforcement Act (H.R. 2267) would fix the trade violations of the US pertaining to online gambling.

U.S. online casino ban not acceptable to E.U. March 27, 2009, article about the European Commission's investigation into U.S. online gambling policies.

EU to US: WTO appeal justified, so fix your gambling laws.  March 26, 2009, article about the European Commission's investigation into U.S. online gambling policies.

New US Trade Representative Could Lead To Legal Online Gambling.  March 8, 2009, article about Obama's representative pick.

Antigua Attempts Last-Ditch Negotiations in Online Gambling trade Dispute.  January 15, 2009, article about the continued efforts of Antigua to resolve the dispute with the U.S. that resulted in the World trade Organization imposing a 21 million dollar per year fine on the U.S.

PartyGaming Co-founder Anurag Dikshit Settles with US Department of Justice.  December 16, 2008, article about the 300 million dollar settlement between the US Department of Justice and the PartyGaming co-founder

Kentucky Court of Appeals hears gambling website case.   December 12, 2008, article about the State of Kentucky's attempts to seize online gambling websites.

Congress Assaults UIGEA. Oct. 5th, 2008, article about the 3 bills introduced in Congress to legalize and regulate certain types of gambling online.

Kentucky Attempts to Seize Gambling Domains. Sept. 26, 2008, article - a Kentucky Judge orders forfeiture of international gambling web domains.

Biden Lobbying for Internet Gambling Could Swing Vote.  Sept 12, 2008, article about Joe Biden's son's law firm who represent Russ Deleon of PartyGaming.

An Analysis of Internet Gambling and its Policy Implications.  American Gaming Organization paper by David O. Stewart. (date unknown)

UIGEA and Congress: Where we are, what's next. Great overview of all battle efforts to legalize online poker and the various bills introduced in congress to legalize and regulate online poker.

Web poker banned, they play politics.  August 29, 2008, great article about the efforts of the PPA to legalize online poker and the Republican opposition they face.

Jim McDermott Introduces New Internet Gambling Legislation.  July 16, 2008, article about new legislation that would tax online gambling as a funding source.

A Legal Alternative to Online Gambling?  June 12, 2008, article about a Texas-based online gaming website that stakes you!

Lawyer: Antigua, US will not settle Internet gambling dispute by deadline.  June 4th 2008. Antigua's Legal Counsel says the June 6, 2008 deadline to resolve dispute by agreement will not be met.

The WTO Gambling Dispute: Antigua Mulls Retaliation as the U.S. Negotiates Withdrawal of its GATS Commitments.  April 8, 2008, great article giving the history of the entire dispute from the American Society of International Law.

Disappointing WTO Decision in Antigua vs. US Online Gaming Case.  January 21, 2008 article from Poker Player magazine by Lou Krieger about the WTO award to Antigua.

Antigua's Win Demonstrates Impact of International Law and Trade On Internet.  January 14, 2008, about the International Law implications of the WTO Antigua-U.S. decision.

KGC releases Absolute Poker report  Jan. 13, 2008, Kahnawake Gaming Commission report on Absolute Poker Audit - several cheating players identified.

In online gambling battle, Antigua wins a small pot from U.S. Dec. 22, 2007, World Trade Organization awards Antigua the right to violate copyright and patent laws up to 21 million per year.

In Trade Ruling, Antigua Wins a Right to Piracy.  Dec. 22, 2007, World Trade Organization awards Antigua the right to violate copyright and patent laws up to 21 million per year.

Antigua wins $21 million in trade sanctions.  Dec. 22, 2007, World Trade Organization awards Antigua the right to violate copyright and patent laws up to 21 million per year.

Trouble ahead for U.S.-EU WTO deal? December 19, 2007, article about the need for congressional approval for the deal cut by the U.S. and the EU.

EU, U.S. strike online gambling compensation deal.  December 17, 2007, U.S. agrees to open up new trade opportunities with EU suppliers in the areas of postal services, storage and warehousing, research and development and testing and analysis services to avoid 100 billion compensation claim.

WTO decision delayed in Antigua case.  December 14, 2007, the WTO takes a hard look at the numbers.

Antigua expects big WTO online gambling win.  December 13, 2007, article about the $3.4 billion damages sought by Antigua.

The state of online gaming.  November 27, 2007 article from Motley Fool about the three bills before the U.S. Congress to legalize various forms of online gaming.

Online poker legal soon?  November 22, 2007, very speculative article with little substance.

Poker advocates respond to Congressional hearing.  November 17, 2007, article.

House committee to talk net gambling Wednesday.  Nov. 13, 2007 article regarding a special hearing on establishing consistent enforcement policies in the context of online wagers.

More pressure for U.S. on Internet gambling.  Nov. 9, 2007, article--the European Union Trade Commissioner Peter Mandelson was in Washington this week to speak to Congress about repealing the Unlawful Internet Gambling Enforcement Act.

U.S. deadline extended in WTO case.  October 24, 2007, all parties agree to extend to the deadline until December 14, 2007.

Absolute Poker reports security breach.   October 20, 2007, article about an employee of Absolute Poker getting caught cheating to win the $1000.00 buy-in poker tournament by the second-place finisher.

Unlawful Internet Gambling Act Regulations Released by US Treasury.  Oct. 1, 2007, article discussing the confusing regulations created to "enforce" the UIGEA.

Possible $100 Billion Claim From EU.  Sept. 28 2007, article from pokerlistings.com about the potential claim for damages done by the U.S.' passage of the UIGEA.

EU Claims $100 Billion in Online Gambling Monies Lost by US Law.  Sept. 26, 2007, article about the EU compensation claim in the WTO.

U.S. Lowballs Antigua, EU In WTO Dispute. Sept. 25, 2007, article about U.S.' $500,000.00 offer to Antigua and offer to the E.U. to "open up opportunities in the storage, warehouse services and technical testing sectors to make up for withdrawing from trade agreements involving online gambling."

U.S. Government Responds To iMEGA.  Sept. 25, 2007, article U.S. says the issue is 'unripe.'

Antigua Goes Before WTO Friday.  August 30, 2007, article about the August 31, 2007, hearing over Antigua's preliminary claim for 3.4 billion  in sanctions. It also discusses the remaining 3.6 billion Antigua is seeking and the 15 billion in sanctions the EU is seeking. Australia, Costa Rica, Canada, India, Japan and Macao have announced intentions to file claims as well.

Gambling Dispute With a Tiny Country Puts U.S. In a Bind.  August 23, 2007, article that gives a nice overview of and update on the online gambling battle in the World Trade Organization --Antigua moves for the right to ignore U.S. copyright, patent, and trademark laws.

Expert Says Antigua Unlikely to Gain Entire $3.4 Billion in WTO Dispute. July 25, 2007, article from casino city times about how the U.S. may be able to reduce the amount of sanctions sought by eliminating the horse betting commitments from the General Agreement of Trade in Services in the WTO.

U.S. Faces Seven Compensation Claims In WTO Online Gambling Case.  July 25, 2007, article from casino city times about the claims by Antigua and Barbuda, the EU, India, Costa Rica, Canada, Macau and Australia for compensation for the U.S.'s refusal to honor the General Agreement of Trade in Services.

Antigua Fights U.S. Ban On Web Gambling.  July 23, 2007, Miami Herald article that gives a general overview of the Antigua vs. U.S. battle in the WTO.

Internet Gambling Regulation Bill Gets 3 More Co-Sponsors. July 20, 2007, article about the growing support to legalize and regulate online gaming through H.R. 2046--The Internet Gambling Regulation and Enforcement Act of 2007.

Neteller Case Finally Comes To an End.  July 18, 2007, article about Neteller's agreement with the DOJ to forfeit another $136 million to the U.S. over the $60 million already seized as a part of a "Deferred Prosecution Agreement."

The Real US Motivation In the WTO Internet Gambling Case.  July 16, 2007, article that suggests the internet gambling battle is completely fueled by the U.S. Department of Justice's outdated views.

iMEGA Files For Restraining Order On UIGEA.  July 12, 2007, article update on the lawsuit challenging the UIGEA.

Tiny Antigua Battles U.S. Over Internet Gambling. July 9, 2007, article about the effects on Antigua of the U.S.'s refusal to comply with the World Trade Organization and the 3.4 billion in sanctions Antigua is seeking.

Internet Poker Gambling Law Challenged in Washington State.  July 7, 2007, article about a lawsuit filed to declare unconstitutional, a state law making internet gambling a felony.

Internet Gambling Bill Now Has 26 Sponsors. June 29, 2007, article about the support for the bill to repeal the Unlawful Internet Gambling Act.

Albert Gonzales Lawsuit Could Set Precedent.  June 05, 2007, article about the Interactive Media Entertainment & Gaming  Association's  (iMEGA) lawsuit challenging the Unlawful Internet Gambling Enforcement Act.

Clock Ticking on NETeller Deadline.  June 02, 2007, article about Neteller's promise to return U.S. player's funds by June 4, 2007.

World Trade Organization Weakened by Internet Gambling Case.  May 30, 2007, article about the damage done by the U.S.'s refusal to comply with the World Trade Organization's rulings.

U.K. Companies Lobby for U.S. Gambling Legislation. May 30, 2007 article about U.S. legislation to legalize and regulate online gambling and two U.K. companies support for the legislation.

Focus On the Family Urges Bush To Enforce Online Gambling Bill.  May 22, 2007, article about FOF's letter to Bush.

Plot Thickens in U.S.-Antigua Internet Gambling Dispute.  May 22, 2007, article about the U.S.-Antigua dispute.

Antigua to Fight United States Over Internet Gambling WTO Issue.  May 22, 2007, article about the U.S. government's arrogant refusal to honor the WTO ruling.

Internet Gambling: United States Continues Ban Despite WTO Ruling. May 7, 2007, article.

A Summary of the Report of the Compliance Panel Of the World Trade Organization.  March 30, 2007, article about the WTO's ruling against the U.S. in favor of Antigua regarding certain online wagering.

FBI Freezes Funds of 'Virtual Wallet' Web Payment Firm.  February 6, 2007, article about the seizing of client U.S. customer funds held by Neteller as evidence of online gambling transfers.

FBI Keeping Close Eye on Superbowl Online Bets--Crackdown Comes On Biggest Betting Day of Year.  February 3, 2007, article about the U.S.'s war on online gambling.

WTO Rules Against US In Internet Gambling Case. January 26, 2007, article about the Antigua/U.S. conflict over online horse race betting.

Antigua Takes Upper Hand Over U.S. January 26, 2007, article about the Antigua/U.S. conflict over online horse race betting.

Gaming Firms Hit by Fresh U.S. Worries. January 22, 2007, article about the stock market effects of the U.S. Department of (In)Justice's harassment of banks who have ties to online gaming companies.

U.S. Investigates Banks With Online Gambling Ties. January 22, 2007, U.S. Department of (In)Justice goes after Wall Street banks for underwriting the public offering of online gaming companies on the London Exchange.

Gambling Enabler Neteller Craps Out. January 17-18, 2007, Neteller creators arrested in U.S., stock trading suspended.  Bail set at five million.

Poker is A Game of Luck, Not Skill Court Rules (UK) January 17, 2007, British jury holds poker is primarily luck, not skill.  

U.S. Charges Two Founders of Payment Services Company With Laundering Billions of Dollars of Internet Gambling Proceeds.  January 16, 2007, Press release from the U.S. District Attorney for the Southern District of New York regarding their latest persecution victims--the Neteller executives.

A Quick Guide To the Major Gambling Stocks.  December 21, 2006, update on the major gambling stocks.

Poker Players Aim To Shuffle Unfriendly Candidates Out of Office. December 5, 2006, article about the ousting of 15-term Republican, Jim Leach--father of the Unlawful Internet Gambling Act.

27 Arrested in First Online Gambling Bust Since Bush Signed Law Banning Internet Wagering. November 16, 2006, article about the James Giordano internet gambling ring bust.

NYPD Busts $1B A Year Web Gambling Ring.  November 16, 2006, article about the James Giordano internet gambling ring bust.

The Unlawful Internet Gambling Enforcement Act Of 2006 Analyzed. October 2, 2006, article by I. Nelson Rose analyzing the act.  Text of the Act.

Could the Future of Internet Gambling In the US Lie Iin Antigua? March 30, 2006, article about Antigua's challenge with the World Trade Organization to U.S.'s unfair treatment of foreign companies offering horse race betting online.

How Much Do You Want to Bet That the Internet Gambling Prohibition Act if 1997 is Not the Most Effective Way to Tackle the Problems of Online Gambling?  May 1998 article by Andrea M. Lessani published by the UCLA Online Institute for Cyberspace Law and Policy.