Federal Indictments Spur I-Gaming Conferences

The recent federal i-gaming indictments in New York and Maryland have been cannon fodder for recent and upcoming gaming conferences being held in the United States marketed by a variety of conference companies. While there has been much speculation about the motivations of the United States Department of Justice, the fact remains that the indictments have been consistent with the long-stated public position of the Department of Justice.

The most compelling question arising out of the indictments is quite basic: Are the prospects for the legalization of expanded internet gaming in the United States dead in the water? The answer is NO.

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