Betfair, an online-betting exchange based in London, has been called the eBay of sports betting (see article), and the vast majority of the websites that allow people to play poker and other games of chance or skill for real money are based in Europe.

ECONOMIST: Online gambling in Europe

The lockout has resulted in real financial losses, so to make up for money and time, teams will play only within their conferences, and four games each week instead of three.

FORBES: National Hockey League Skates Back to Business