The Interactive Gaming Council terminates Gambling Federation

The Interactive Gaming Council today accepted the resignation of Flaviano Fogli from the Board of Directors. IGC Board has also terminated the membership of Gambling Federation.

According to published reports, the company had installed malicious software in their software that players downloaded so it blocks access at certain online casinos. When installed, the malware prevented the players from accessing specific casinos that had been involved in an earlier dispute with Gambling Federation. This malware code was designed to block access to the casinos that were involved with a former employee who had stolen the email database of Gambling Federation players.

After an investigation of the situation IGC took the step to terminate the membership and accept the resignation of Mr. Fogli. The actions of Gambling Federation were contrary to the best interests of the interactive gaming public and jeopardized the integrity of the entire industry.

Rick Smith, executive director of the IGC, said the organization had to take a stand when confronted with an action such as that of the Gambling Federation. Causing someone to download intrusive software onto his or her personal computer is totally unacceptable by anyone.

Gambling Federation had been a member of the IGC since March 15, 2004. The termination of its membership is effective immediately.