Bwin ruled illegal in Portugal

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Euler
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Implications for all operators, including Betfair, I would think: -

http://www.reuters.com/article/2012/01/ ... vrit=59213
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CaerMyrddin
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I don't know if I can say this in english, but the court declared bwin alegal.

A new act on this matter must be in the way, but I think it won't be as restrictive as in other countries, as football is really important and the clubs are lobbying with the bookies because they are important sponsors.
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CaerMyrddin
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New code of laws on the way looks ugly towards gambling.

Casinos off line will have poker's monopoly online, shuting down a massive bussiness.
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