Sure there is still a lot of back and forth about online casinos; however, overall, online casinos are in very good standing.  The popularity of online casinos only seems to increase and very every step backward the industry takes a huge step forward.  News stories do still emerge where various governments in the world are attempting to prohibit online casinos in some form or another, but online casinos are undoubtedly enjoying a spike in popularity at this current moment.

The Rounders House reality show is a strong example of online casino popularity.  The show starring a handful of online poker players is expected to be viewed by gambling fans all around the world. 

Online casinos may be one of the few industries that have been helped by the recession.  People are very tight on their cash these days, but are still willing to spend a little dough on leisure activities.  Many have settled on online casinos because they do not have to travel or pay for food and accommodations. 

Slowly but surely online casinos are achieving proper regulation countries across the world.  The United States has introduced very serious legislation that would regulate online casinos.  This legislation will be discussed in the House of Representatives this month. 

While things can seem very touch and go in Europe, especially with the outcome of the recent Bwin case, there are several countries reforming online gambling legislation to make room for a healthy online casino market.  Argentina, Sweden, Estonia, and France have all made very positive progress with online casinos.