888.com Launches Italian Sportsbook

“It will boost revenues but it will also build customer numbers so we are in a good position next year when skill games we are strong in, like poker, are allowed”

Online gaming firm 888.com said on Tuesday it had started taking bets on its new Italian sports betting web site as it looks to build a sizable customer base ahead of a more significant assault on online poker. via Winner Online

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Tue, October 16th, 2007

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