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Gaming News Archives - Page 5598Lawmakers Want Gambling Addiction Education in Public Schools2 October 2000
The state Senate voted Monday to put compulsive gambling education in the mandatory teaching standards for all public schools.
Idaho Casino Dominates Talk at Tribe's General Council Meeting2 October 2000
News Brief: Some Nez Perce tribal members have expressed concern about the apparent fall-off in patronage at the tribal casino.
Online Olympic Betting Comes from 159 Countries2 October 2000
News Brief: U. K. Internet bookmaker William Hill said it has taken bets on the Olympic Games from 159 different countries.
California Governor Vetoes Bill to Allow Online Betting on Horse Races2 October 2000
Gov. Gray Davis says the bill, allowing Internet and telephone wagering, would have meant "a significant expansion of gambling in California."
Top Execs of GalaxiWorld, an Online Casino, Convicted of Fraud1 October 2000
Jack Banks and Larry Weltman are banned from the US after defrauding a British bank of $32 million. Although they live in Canada, GalaxiWorld is based in Gibraltar, with the casino operated from St. Kitts.
Las Vegas Gaming Supplier Settles Shareholder Lawsuits for $2.2 million.1 October 2000
Acres Gaming Inc., a Las Vegas-based supplier to casino slot floors, reaches a verbal agreement to settle shareholder lawsuits
Billionaire Financier Carl Icahn Pulls Sands Out of Bankruptcy30 September 2000
News Brief: Carl Icahn has pulled the Sands Casino and Hotel out of bankruptcy officially by wiring $65 million to the casino.
Australian Net Security Firms Join Forces30 September 2000
The alliance of SecureNet and eSign Australia will enable the companies to market government certified smart card, secure server and digital certification services worldwide.
Man Indicted in Shooting of Tourist30 September 2000
News Brief: A man accused of fatally shooting a tourist at a Las Vegas Strip casino has been indicted on 22 counts.
Daily Racing Form Announces Major Product Enhancements29 September 2000
Daily Racing Form announced that it is adding several major new handicapping features to the 106-year-old world-famous bible of thoroughbred horse racing.
Texas' Tribal Casino Going World Class29 September 2000
Kickapoo Tribe of Texas to celebrate the expansion of the Kickapoo Lucky Eagle Casino into a world-class gaming and entertainment center.
Nevada Cab Customers Play Slots as They Ride29 September 2000
News Brief: Just when it seemed that slot machines had permeated every last corner of Nevada -- airports, supermarkets, convenience stores and laundromats -- now they're in taxicabs.
CrytoLogic Issues Q3 Profit Warning29 September 2000
News Brief: The Canadian online casino and software maker, said on Friday its third-quarter profits will be lower than expected as performance in the quarter was hurt by the late rollout of new software.
MIRAGE/MGM Merger Creates MGM Mirage Vacations29 September 2000
The acquisition, the largest ever in the gaming industry, resulted in the addition of two new properties, New York - New York Hotel and Casino and MGM Grand Casino Hotel, to the vacation company.
Boss Media Announces Sales to Land Based Corporations29 September 2000
Boss Media AB has signed agreements to develop Internet casinos for Interworld Gaming and Casino Club Inc.
eLottery Commences Internet Lottery Ticket Sales for the Jamaica Lottery29 September 2000
Jamaica Lottery represents a significant milestone for eLottery and showcases the Company's proven technological capabilities providing a demonstration model for other international and state jurisdictions.
Starwood Announces Opening of $24.7 Million Spanish Golf Resort29 September 2000
Starwood expands its European presence with the opening of The Westin La Quinta Golf Resort, located on the Costa del Sol in Southern Spain.
Former Florida State Attorney Coe Accessed Gambling Web Sites29 September 2000
News Brief: Records show the state attorney had used his office computer to visit the Internet sites despite his denials.
California Tribe Eyes Casino29 September 2000
News Brief: Legislation moving through Congress would allow Torres-Martinez to extend its borders and claim choice real estate to build a casino.
IGT's EZ Pay Ticket System Approved By Nevada Gaming Control Board29 September 2000
EZ Pay combines ticket printers with traditional hopper pays to improve a gaming machine's cashout function for players.
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