Bwin, the Austrian online betting firm today denied reports that it was in discussion with PartyGaming to sell a part of it's operation. Karin Klein, a spokeswoman for Bwin, said "We are talking to PartyGaming, like with all other big firms, about lobbying together to show a united stance for the industry in the European Union," She went on to caution that "But we are not talking to PartyGaming about a sale."

It has been a tumultuous time for Bwin. Earlier this year more