Anyone hear this also - VIP to block US players

[larryonion]

Saw this, I have written to VIP support, have not heard back...

Leisure & Gaming (VIP SPORTS) said on Tuesday it would block U.S. online gamblers after web gambling is banned there and that it was in talks to sell its U.S-focused business.

"It is the view of the board that following enactment of the legislation it will no longer be appropriate for the company to serve U.S.-based customers and that the company should focus solely on its existing UK and Italian businesses," it said.

Leisure & Gaming (LNG.L) said it was reviewing whether to suspend, close or sell its U.S. operations.

[larryonion]

their support wrote me back and said I met the rollover (I dont think I have) in somewhat mild terms...withdraw your money. Moving it to one of the private that I do not already use.

[BettorsChat]

At VIP.com we are pleased to offer the best online gaming experience to players from all over the world. We have been paying winning players for over 10 years.

VIP.com was among the first wagering sites online and is legally licensed in the Netherlands Antilles and holds a bookmakers permit in the United Kingdom .

VIP.com is part of Leisure & Gaming Plc, a publicly listed company on the London Stock Exchange. We are fully regulated and scrutinized by one of the world's oldest and most prestigious stock exchanges.

[BettorsChat]

Please note that this news is premature and does not mean our brands will no longer take bets from US players.

The main priority is to secure the US facing businesses and possibly do that outside Leisure And Gaming.

To Be Continued...

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Mário Marques
VIP Profits Marketing Administrator
VIP Management Services
Phone : +5999 737 4777
Fax : +5999 737 4776
E'mail: [email protected]

[BettorsChat]

More info:

http://today.reuters.com/news/articl...c=66&type=qcna

[shemmy]

what will happen to our funds?

what will happen to our funds? will they still settle with
everyone

[BettorsChat]

what will happen to our funds? will they still settle with
everyone

Did you click on the link above? They aren't going anywhere and are still going to serve the USA players.

[larryonion]

That is good news. They are a good book IMO. I am leaving my money for now.

[shemmy]

what about sportsbook.com

think our funds are safe?i put a request in and they
are trying to say to put it on debit one

[BettorsChat]

think our funds are safe?i put a request in and they
are trying to say to put it on debit one

What do you mean debit one? Sportsbook.com wants you to put it on a debit card? Do you have one with them?

[shemmy]

Sportsbook Debit

They Say I Do And They Are Sending It Out- I Hope
They Are Not Just Buying Time. Do You Think
Funds Are Safe For Withdraw If Bush Signs Today?

[BettorsChat]

They Say I Do And They Are Sending It Out- I Hope
They Are Not Just Buying Time. Do You Think
Funds Are Safe For Withdraw If Bush Signs Today?

You should be able to request a payout, however you want I would think. And I would say yes to the other question.

[larryonion]

Just got this from VIP - good news...

Dear Larry,

Thank you for contacting VIP.com

We are aware of the recent legislation which includes certain provisions to limit the growth of Internet gaming through the restriction of payments to gaming companies.

Essentially, the bill seeks to prevent online players by restricting the methods by which players fund their internet gaming activity.

Whilst our parent company, Leisure and Gaming PLC, continues to look at ways to secure both the European and US business, I am happy to inform you it is business as usual for us as a company and you as a player. We are as financially strong as ever and look forward to continuing to provide you the services we have offered players for years, including the quickest payouts in the industry. We will continue to offer the same product offering as well as 24/7 access to your funds.

There are also other options for depositing and withdrawing money i.e.echeck, Neteller, Moneybookers, MoneyGram, PAYtru Card etc..

We continue to be committed to offering players from around the globe a safe and secure company to enjoy all of your gaming experiences. Thank you for your patience and continued loyalty as we carry forward working through the recent obstacles.


If you have any questions or comments, feel free to contact us at any time.


Kind regards,

Philip


A Leisure & Gaming plc. Company

t: 1-800-300-BETS
t: +599-9-737-4777 ext. 6602
f: +599-9-737-4776
e: [email protected]

www.vip.com