Intralot backflips on betting

MELBOURNE, Australia -- As reported by the Herald-Sun: "Greek gambling giant Intralot has backflipped on last week's pledge not to introduce SMS punting.

"Intralot director John Katakis opened the door yesterday to SMS gambling once the company's Victorian licence took effect from 2009. "If it serves the purposes of the game and the player, then why not?" he said on 3AW.

"...However Mr Katakis said SMS gambling would not be available from the start of Intralot's operation in Victoria.

"Intralot's new lottery licence was tabled in State Parliament last week and contained details of new games, including Keno, Pick 5 Heads or Tails, Cross & Match and Pick 3..."