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Kevin Smith Gaming Guru - Page 29Crackdown on I-Gaming Ads - Not Everyone's Flinching3 October 2003
The I-gaming industry has been relatively quiet about recent actions taken by a U.S. attorney against online gambling advertisers, but those who are speaking say the case doesn't hold very much merit.
"I doubt Elliot (Spitzer) has ever ridden on a city bus before. He is more than welcome to ... (read more)
Missouri Subpoenas a Cause for Concern2 October 2003
Lawyers and industry observers believe a federal investigation into I-gaming advertising practices is cause for concern.
The scope of the investigation remains unknown, but the consensus is that a broad net has been cast.
"This is the first time we have seen the federal government go after advertisers using the aiding and abetting clause. ... (read more)
Canadian Reserve Welcomes I-Gaming Businesses1 October 2003
The Six Nations Indian Reserve in Ontario wants to make a splash in the Internet gambling business.
The reserve this summer expanded its Internet hosting facility and assembled a commission to license I-gaming operators. The project is called SixNet (Six Nations Network), and the facility is located ... (read more)
Premier Bet Hopes Low Margins Is a Recipe for Success30 September 2003
Premier Bet Ltd. last month unveiled new features to its year-old football-only site last month in preparation for another exciting season of English Premier League football action.
The biggest hit among those features has been Asian handicapping options, which enable punters to bet on favorites, underdogs and point spreads--wagers similar to those that are popular in the U.S. ... (read more)
Virgin Islands 'Getting Closer'26 September 2003
Despite uncertainty in Washington, D.C., the U.S. Virgin Islands this week inched a step closer to becoming the newest licensing jurisdiction for the offshore interactive gaming industry.
"We want to prove to Washington that this can be done the right way."
- Tom Colameco, USVI Technologies ... (read more)
Aussie Court Rules Against Sportodds19 September 2003
The Australian Federal Court on Friday handed down its decision in the Sportodds System Pty Ltd v State of New South Wales case in which the bookmaker was hoping to extend its business in other Australian territories.
Justice Gyles ultimately ruled in favor of the NSW government, but the decision is ... (read more)
NCAA, NBA Not Happy with Radio Ads16 September 2003
The NCAA and the National Basketball Association are using their muscle in Memphis in an effort to get radio ads pulled from stations that broadcast their events.
While the outcome in Memphis will have no legal binding to other radio stations, it could cause offshore operators to evaluate which stations they are using to promote their off shore sports books. ... (read more)
Crypto Gets Listed in London, Extends Deal with Littlewoods15 September 2003
Canadian-based CryptoLogic, one of the leading software suppliers to the interactive gaming industry, got the week off on the right foot with a pair of positive announcements.
On Monday the firm announced that one of its major licensees, Littlewoods Gaming, extended its agreement for five years and Crypto ... (read more)
US State Legislators to Study I-Gaming9 September 2003
Considering the penchant for U.S. lawmakers to consider prohibiting online gambling instead of regulating it, officials within the Interactive Gaming Council were pleased after meeting Friday in Newport, R.I. with the executive board of the National Council of Legislators from Gaming States.
The IGC, a ... (read more)
Lasseters Online Considers Relocating5 September 2003
Could Australia's only online casino be leaving the country?
Lasseters Corp. Managing Director Peter Bridge created a small stir at the company's annual general meeting Wednesday when he disclosed that the Alice Springs-based group is considering an alternate jurisdiction for its online ... (read more)
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