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Gaming News Archives - Page 5211Entertainment Firms Studying Internet Gaming28 September 2001
There's no question that entertainment and media companies see lucrative opportunities in the Internet gambling industry and are exploring ways to tap into the growing market.
Experts: Nevada Should Move Quickly On Net Casinos28 September 2001
Internet casino gambling could be the tonic to cure Las Vegas' recent economic woes, according to industry experts.
Mississippi Casino Lawsuit Irks Legislators28 September 2001
News Brief: A lawsuit over taxes and leases filed by Biloxi's Imperial Palace and Treasure Bay casinos created a strong backlash Thursday from a legislative budget committee starved for tax revenue.
Texas' Speaking Rock Casino Ordered to Close28 September 2001
News Brief: A federal judge ruled that the Speaking Rock Casino is illegal and a public nuisance and must cease all gaming operations by Nov. 30, 2001.
Government Reverses Recognition of Nipmuc Tribes28 September 2001
News Brief: The Nipmuc Indians have failed to meet the criteria for federal recognition as tribes, dealing a setback for one of the branch's controversial plans to open a casino in New England.
Industry Proposals Put on Hold in New York27 September 2001
News Brief: Sweeping proposals for new gambling ventures in New York have moved far off the table in the aftermath of the Sept. 11 terrorist attack on the World Trade Center in Manhattan.
Real Entertainment Ltd. Launches RaceBook.com27 September 2001
Real Entertainment Ltd. launches RaceBook.com, a state of the art Internet-based pari-mutuel wagering system accepting bets on horse racing, harness racing, greyhound racing and jai alai events.
Columnist Jeff Haney: 'Rogue' Lines Are Out There, But Not Easy to Find27 September 2001
Wise guys are turned off by the fact that in Las Vegas, most of the sports books have the same lines. Expert handicappers explain how even a half-point edge on a line can make a big difference, and is worth searching for.
CORRECTION: $414,119 Jackpot Was Not Largest Online Prize27 September 2001
The recent big winner at The Sands of the Caribbean ranks second, not first, in the history of big Web wins. A Plus Lotto player won the equivalent of $852,250 in 1997.
Pennsylvania Lottery's Launches Jack O'Lantern Cash Game27 September 2001
Just in time for Halloween, the Pennsylvania Lottery introduces Jack O'Lantern Cash, a $5 instant ticket game.
Atlantic City Harrah's Hit Hard After Terror27 September 2001
News Brief: Among four Harrah's Entertainment Inc. casino regions, Atlantic City took the second-worst financial hit from the terrorist attacks, the nation's No. 3 gaming company reported Tuesday.
New Zealand Powerball Boosts Lotto Sales27 September 2001
New Zealand’s Powerball rallied Lotto sales in the second half of the financial year, according to the Lotteries Commission annual report tabled in Parliament today.
West Virginia Track Slot Revenue Off 20 Percent27 September 2001
News Brief: MTR Gaming Group, the owner/operator of Mountaineer Racetrack & Gaming Resort in West Virginia, reported a 20 percent drop in revenue in the two weeks following the Sept 11. terrorist attacks on New York and Washington, D.C.
Declining Stocks Make Companies Vulnerable for Takeover27 September 2001
In a typical economic climate, dramatic declines in casino stock prices would transform companies into potential takeover targets.
London Clubs, the Minority Shareholder of Aladdin, Seen as Takeover Target27 September 2001
A Malaysian casino company has taken a 5 percent stake in London Clubs International, the minority shareholder of the Aladdin hotel-casino on the Las Vegas Strip.
WagerWorks Casino System Integrates with Orbis Sports Wagering Platform27 September 2001
WagerWorks, Inc. and Orbis will jointly develop a new on-line wagering platform that supports casino-style gaming along with sports and event wagering.
Millennium Software to Launch Online Gaming Products27 September 2001
Under the agreement Numura Technologies, will be provided with the Millennium’s offering of Internet gaming systems, including casino games, sports wagering system and Government sponsored lottery agency.
SSP Solutions Obtains Worldwide Rights to Interactive Gaming Technology27 September 2001
SSP Solutions has obtained worldwide rights to develop and distribute leading Internet lottery and gaming technology developed by Gaming & Entertainment Technology.
Isle of Capri Fined for Filing False Information27 September 2001
News Brief: The Missouri Gaming Commission voted Wednesday to fine Isle of Capri Casinos $250,000 for presenting false information about a casino proposed for the St. Louis area near Kimmswick, Missouri.
Massachusetts Gambling Ring Suspect Surrenders27 September 2001
News Brief: A fifth suspect in a Massachusetts gambling, drug-dealing and black market construction equipment crime ring surrendered yesterday as police raided more bars and restaurants searching for gambling evidence.
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