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Internet Gambling CEO Arrested by FBI
tightpoker writes to mention the news that several key individuals associated with online gambling site BetonSports have been indicted in a Missouri courtroom. Founder Stephen Kaplan, CEO David Carruthers, 9 other people and four corporations have been charged with crimes ranging from racketeering to fraud. The Sunday Time reports on the story as well, addressing fears this may be a prelude to a crackdown on all online gambling by U.S. law enforcement. From the article: "Nigel Parson, leisure analyst at Williams de Broë, said the move would 'throw online gambling stocks into a spin,' adding: 'David Carruthers is a prominent advocate of online gambling. The fear that this is an escalation of the anti-lobby will trouble markets.' Greg Harris, an analyst at Cannacord, said: 'It is too early to say if this is part of a broader strategy on prevention of internet gambling in the U.S. or if it is the Department of Justice flexing their muscles and trying to influence legislation.'"
Jesus. I'll bet you're into D and D, too. Here's a clue: Normal people don't speak like that, normal people use series of words that make sense and have something to do with the discussion. I'll bet you're saying "whoosh! Right over that guys head". No, I understood every word. It's just that it made me groan so laud that my co-workers though I was having a heart attack. Good. Fucking. Lord. Get out of the basement.