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Kevin Smith Gaming Guru - Page 9Q & A: Anthony Novac, 1X Inc.18 March 2005
Since its inception, 1X Inc. has been trying to carve out a niche for itself in the seemingly impenetrable person-to-person betting sector.
" BetBug doesn't know what people are betting on or who is betting. We simply provide software that brings bettors together."
The ... (read more)
IGH to Commence Online Gambling Operations following Heathorns Acquisition17 March 2005
Interactive Gaming Holdings plc on Tuesday announced the acquisition of Mathew Simmonds International Limited and its wholly owned subsidiary, Heathorns International Limited--a move that marks a shift in IGH's business focus from marketing to operations.
IGH plans to launch an extensive online betting operation under the Heathorns brand. ... (read more)
South Dakota Permits Internet Race Betting16 March 2005
Add South Dakota to the list of U.S. states permitting advance deposit wagering.
Gov. Mike Rounds on Thursday signed a bill that creates an exemption for telephone and Internet betting on horses to an existing law that prohibits online gambling.
Race bettors in South Dakota will have the option of ... (read more)
The UK Gambling Market According to 888.com15 March 2005
Research from 888.com shows that the U.K. gambling market is very diverse and that the number of female gamblers is on the rise.
"Bearing in mind the U.K. is not that big geographically compared to the U.S. market, we were intrigued by the massive diversity in betting habits and games played, ... (read more)
DOJ Warns North Dakota14 March 2005
The U.S. Department of Justice sent a letter to the attorney general of North Dakota last week stating that a proposed bill that would license and regulate online poker could be in violation of federal laws.
"I would stake my reputation on the fact that the Wire Act doesn't apply to online ... (read more)
Online Poker Bill Debated in North Dakota Senate9 March 2005
Seven representative from the I-gaming industry made their voices heard Tuesday in North Dakota, where the state's Senate Judiciary Committee held a hearing to discuss a bill that would lead to the licensing and regulation of Internet poker sites.
"This is an industry that is here to stay, and we are losing out on the potential for millions of dollars in tax revenue."
-Rep. ... (read more)
Supreme Court Ruling Leaves SAGE in the Cold7 March 2005
The 15-member Philippine Supreme Court upheld a lower court ruling last week that prevents Sports, Games and Entertainment Corp. (SAGE) from operating online gaming ventures in the country.
The court ruled "with finality" that SAGE can not operate an online franchise through its agreement with Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corp. ... (read more)
Betfair Signs First MOU with North American Racing Body4 March 2005
Betfair and the Maryland-based Thoroughbred Racing Protective Bureau (TRPB) have signed an agreement that will allow the bureau to monitor activity at the leading betting exchange.
Betfair announced Wednesday that the two parties have signed a memorandum of understanding similar to others that Betfair has ... (read more)
England's New Sports Betting Code of Practice1 March 2005
The U.K. government is moving forward with a new sports betting code of practice. The document was drafted after officials of the Department for Culture, Media and Sport met with members of Parliament to review the new U.K. Gambling Bill, and comes on the heels of the a highly controversial German betting scandal in which a football referee has been accused of betting on games he was working. ... (read more)
Real Madrid Targets Online Betting Operations25 February 2005
Officials at one of the world's most well-know football clubs -- Real Madrid -- said on Friday they were joining forces with five of their international stars in a legal battle aimed at seven online betting firms.
The club, and its players, say the sites used the Real Madrid logo and name along with photos ... (read more)
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