Antigua is seeking some outside help in a dispute with the U.S. over Internet gambling. The Caribbean island is setting up an online gambling industry, over the objections of U.S. officials.

So far, Antigua's finance minister says at least ten new online gaming companies will be open for business next year, joining the 14 that already have operating licenses.

The new online casinos will generate hundreds of jobs and more than two million dollars in gaming licenses fees.

The U.S. is objecting to the setup, saying online gambling should be banned because it violates some state laws.

Antigua says the U.S. position runs counter to global trade rules and has gone to the World Trade Organization with the dispute. The WTO has yet to announce a ruling.