The GIGSE is taking place in Montreal, one of the keynote speakers was Lawrence Lessig the founder of Stanford’s Center for Internet and Society and the authority on “cyberlaw” — the evolving law of the Internet. Mr. Lessig’s address was initiated by him saying that the burgeoning U.S. on-line gambling industry must stop resorting to tactics aimed at evading government regulation, and prepare for a future in which it will have no choice but to deal with it….

The US has once again tried to prove its might against offshore online betting sites by charging WWTS and its owners with money laundering William Scott and Jessica Davis - who are already fugitives following a 1998 charge or wire… Continue . …

Bookmaker William Hill is expecting annual profits to be on target.That comes after a good set of sporting results, especially horse racing at Cheltenham and the Grand National….

Charlie Red McDougall has become an icon in sports handicapping and here’s a little sample from the ” Free Picks Page” , updated daily. The Colorado Rockies will try to win their fifth win in their last 6 home games when they try to beat dodger pitcher Brad Penny (2.66) era but the Dodger bats will be swinging a little too often for Rockes pitcher Jason Jennings (5.05) era and the Dodgers will win the finale of the three game series. …

What started out as an April Fool’s joke could soon become real for Irish bookie Paddy Power. The company joked that they would be offering the world’s largest strip poker tournament back on April 1st - but the response was… Continue . …

Newest Las Vegas Sportsbook, at Red Rock Resort, Caters to Locals with Awesome Facility “What happens in Vegas stays in Vegas” is not only a memorable marketing slogan that has become the city’s unofficial credo, but it also applies to some of the best kept secrets that gives locals a leg up when it comes to getting value in a gambling Mecca that prospers by making sure customers get the short odds….

Premiership football club Tottenham have agreed a four-year deal worth £34m for internet casino group Mansion to be the club’s shirt sponsor. The deal, which will take effect on July 1, is understood to be among the top 10 largest shirt sponsorship agreements in the world….

Vicky C. Wins the Emerald Isle Promotion, Set to Breathe in the Magic of Ireland May 15, 2006 – Kahnawake, Canada – The VIP Lounge in conjunction with the Jackpot Factory ( www.jackpotfactory.com ), a leading online casino group known for a large array of games and player satisfaction, is sending an All Jackpots Casino VIP on a magical trip to Ireland, casino officials confirmed….

by Earl Burton Two new reports from both the United States and England have shown that there is a sizeable interest in online poker, gaming overall and, surprisingly enough, the governmental regulation of the ever-growing industry. The American Gaming Association, in their State of the States report for 2006, not only looked at the casino and racetrack gaming world but also took an in-depth look at the online gaming and poker scene as well….

The World Poker Tour is heading for Canada next season. Niagara Fallsview marks the third international location of the WPT, joining Paris’ Aviation Club and the Atlantis Resort in the Bahamas….

Entertainment, or novelty betting is becoming increasingly more popular with online bettors - especially women. Whether its betting on the name of Tom Cruise and Katie Holmes’ baby, the best oscar or the winner of this year’s American Idol, novelty… Continue . …

A burst in online gambling activity has provided a positive result for 888.com. The casino and poker operator posted an increase in first quarter net gaming revenues of $84 million - up 42% from last year. The split was $39… Continue . …

Nevada gaming revenues continues to increase - posting a 3% year-on-year increase in March. The Vegas strip increased even more - up 6.2% from last March Gaming win for the gambling state increased to $1.06 billion, whilst the Strip saw… Continue . …

Australia manager Guus Hiddink gambled on the fitness of English-based stars goalkeeper Mark Schwarzer and midfielder Tim Cahill as he named his 23-man squad for the World Cup finals on Wednesday….

A more glitzy and alluring casino website helped drive first quarter sales at online gaming group 888, as it continued to add new members to its site….

Internet gaming group 888 has had a good start to the year, with first-quarter net revenues up by 42% compared with 12 months ago. Net gaming revenue rose to £44m in the three months to March 31, said 888, which sponsors Middlesbrough FC….

Online casino, golden palace, who goes around from auction to auction to create PR has bought a series of watercolour paintings from 7 year old Maddox Johnson Maddox came up with an idea to post his artwork on Ebay… Continue . …

CARSON CITY, Nevada (AP) — A gambling industry survey shows that people who use the Internet to place their bets tend to be affluent and educated — a finding that could help advocates of a federal law change to legalize such wagering. Release of the American Gaming Association survey on Monday follows the Washington, D-C.-based casino trade group’s recent call for a congressional study of Internet gambling now that other countries, including Great Britain, are moving to authorize online betting….