mmmhhh .. (sceptic smile)
The CIA is not an organization of people who fear the unknown, or who have too many religious scruples. We are talking about the Central Intelligence Agency! Frankly, I would rather think that they really did not find any practical application, and decided to put their money to work in another project (Leaving the occidental world unprotected against psi-INT of the Soviets!). Don't you think it's too much? 24 YEARS, 4 different governments, dozens of unsuspectable doctors from well known universities, THOUSANDS of individuals tested, and MANY MILLIONS of dollars spent, what really amazes me is that this project has lived so long. Moreover, if the CIA was not interested any longer, it's curious that NOBODY took the project since 1995 when it was cancelled.

I've read that article, though not in detail, but I find these points to discredit it, always *IMHO*: - That article is not signed
- The style is not of a scientist. There are too many anecdotal stories beginning "One day it happened.."
- First of all, the author quotes and authoritative opinion.. from an ex-CIA officer.
- Worst of all: the article is part of the Uri Geller's official WebPage.
Regarding that part which deals with making money, it is not very clear:
"Ken Bell, for example, believed that psi could never be used to make money, he had read too many stories about psychics who had become failures as soon as they tried to strike it rich."
("he beleived".. "he had read stories.." - not a very scientific assertion. In the contrary, I could assure that Uri Geller DID MADE lots of money)

Besides, there are two ways of making money: 1) to use supposed paranormal senses to know in advance some economical events and take advantage of that. Many people I know of, could be easily considered psychics, and there is nothing illegal or morally objectable, at least not more objectable than the whole world of bussiness. 2) To sell paranormal services as long as the client is satisfied, or convinced enough to pay for advice, or books, or TV shows or long-term contracts. Here, my proposal still applies: no objection, if the psychic clearly states, beforehand, "I won't tell you anything that you don't already know, I have no responsibility, there is no guarantee, and this is to make you feel better." - by now !

**Mention of the CIA is only for documentation purposes and has no intention implicit or implied to express any opinion on any governmental organization and... et.etc** (..heewww!)

Un abrazo - Andrés