Games in Greece -- Greek police continue to raid Internet café's and confiscate computers to enforce anti-gambling legislation that also bans non-wagering computer games such as chess and solitaire. According to Greece's Public Order Ministry, police this year have conducted over 1,200 raids, arrested several Internet café owners and confiscated enough computers to fill several warehouse rooms. The country could have a potential disaster on its hands if it continues to enforce the policy next month, as the return of the Olympics to Greece brings a massive influx of international visitors. Greece was told by the European Commission in April that it must lift the ban. One senior government official told the Europe Intelligence Wire that he expects the law to be repealed by September.
Moving -- I-gaming software provider Microgaming announced that it will soon move to new, larger business premises in the Isle of Man. The company's sales and marketing functions will move to the new location to improve internal communications and international customer support.
Just Six Bets -- Most bookmakers were pleased that an obscure American golfer, Todd Hamilton, won the British Open at Royal Troon yesterday. Hamilton, 37, was a 200/1 long-shot at the start of the tournament. Combined, Ladbrokes and William Hill took just six bets on Hamilton, none of them higher than $10.
Partnership -- Online affiliate program VIP Profits has added BETeuro.com, the latest VIP Management Services brand, to its lineup of merchants. BETeuro.com is VIP Profits' first European sports book and casino offering.
Charity Poker -- PokerBook Gaming Corporation, a U.S.-based gaming software provider, is in the process of establishing a charitable poker site at www.worldpokercharitytour.com, which will be used for charitable fund raising events. The company says it will contract licensed non-profit large corporations with established donor contributor bases to run their own online poker tournaments through the Fantasy Poker Club, which will work directly with charities to organize and operate their tournaments and to help obtain sponsorship prizes.
Congressional Calendar -- At the end of the week, the U.S. Congress will adjourn for a six-week summer recess, giving the country's lawmakers an opportunity to enjoy some vacation time and to attend the Democratic and Republican conventions. The session will resume Sept. 7 and then likely adjourn sometime in early October in preparation for the November elections. Congress could meet again after the elections for a brief period to deal with budget issues.