A recent study by Berlin-based research group Forsa has found that gambling online is becoming increasingly popular in Europe particularly in Germany.
The research found that around 2.2 million Germans gamble online on a regular basis, reports Online-Casinos.
Approximately one-fifth of these play poker while almost one-third play the lotto online.
Half a million Germans will bet on sporting events each week. German football league the Bundesliga was found to be the most popular, with 96 per cent betting on its matches.
It is estimated in a recent survey on German betting that the online market will grow from €2.2 billion (£1.74 billion) per year to €5 billion by 2010.
Recent research from the Gambling Commission revealed that 8.7 per cent of UK residents had used remote gambling at least once.
A recent study by Berlin-based research group Forsa has found that gambling online is becoming increasingly popular in Europe particularly in Germany.