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.'"

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Re:It's only a matter of time

[rainman_bc]

he Bible does warn us, however, to stay away from the love of money (1 Timothy 6:10; Hebrews 13:5).

Then every bastard priest in the vatican ( the richest city-state in the world) should be subject to eternal damnation no?

Look out, here come the bible thumping troll mods to make sure that comment's never seen haha!