Online gamblers doubled in 2005

Iria · May 9, 2006, 05:25 AM

Source: News.com
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The number of Americans who gambled online doubled to about 4 percent of the population last year, as people were lured by its convenience, an industry group report released on Monday said.

The survey was part of a broader study by the American Gaming Association (AGA), which also said that gambling revenue at U.S. casinos rose 5 percent last year to a record $30.3 billion as more visitors flocked to a growing number of casinos in states such as Nevada.

The gaming revenue reflects strong growth from companies like Harrah's Entertainment and MGM Mirage, which are riding a surge in interest in gambling and the growing popularity of Las Vegas and Atlantic City, N.J., as tourist destinations.

May 9, 2006, 05:25 AM	#1
Iria DriverHeaven Extreme Member Join Date: Apr 2004 Posts: 7,275 Rep Power: 89	Online gamblers doubled in 2005 Source: News.com _____________ The number of Americans who gambled online doubled to about 4 percent of the population last year, as people were lured by its convenience, an industry group report released on Monday said. The survey was part of a broader study by the American Gaming Association (AGA), which also said that gambling revenue at U.S. casinos rose 5 percent last year to a record $30.3 billion as more visitors flocked to a growing number of casinos in states such as Nevada. The gaming revenue reflects strong growth from companies like Harrah's Entertainment and MGM Mirage, which are riding a surge in interest in gambling and the growing popularity of Las Vegas and Atlantic City, N.J., as tourist destinations.