New Stuff -- King Solomon's Casino Group brought a new online casino, ksgambling.com, online today. The site offers 43 traditional casino games including blackjack, roulette, keno and slots; as well as bingo, live multiplayer poker and sports betting. In addition, the site gives players the ability to "be the king," i.e., assume the role of dealer in multiplayer games. Dominic Mansour, a marketing consultant for the company, said the site has something for everyone. "Many enthusiasts enjoy diversity in their gaming, and this new portal provides them with a single destination for great odds, exciting types of games of all types, and award-winning honesty and service," he said. King Solomon's is licensed by the Kahnawake Gaming Commission. ... Action Online Casino yesterday announced the launch of its new Internet casino, www.actiononline.com. The site is powered by gaming software from Playtech. David Belfiore, founder and CEO of Action Online, said his company's employees, many of whom are veterans of the land-based industry, can offer hospitality and experience not previously seen by the customers of online casinos. "Our team's experience in the land-based casino industry provides us with the knowledge and experience to know what players want, which is cutting-edge games, fairness and recognition," he said.
Novelty -- What do television shows "The Practice," "Hack," "The Agency," and "Cedric the Entertainer Presents" have in common? The likelihood that each will be cancelled is up for bets on BetWWTS.com. "Each year a number of under-performing television programs and family favorites are cut by the networks, drawing the ire of a loyal fan base of dedicated viewers," said Simon Noble, the CEO of BetWWTS.com. "Offering betting options on television shows being renewed is just the latest in a long line of entertainment betting options on BetWWTS.com has offered."
Tidbit from New Zealand -- New Zealand TAB's new interactive television betting service, offered in conjunction with Sky, may soon be joined by a text message betting, which is being tested by the company. Mark Johnston, TAB's marketing director, said the company doesn't want to miss out on the popularity of mobile betting.
Names and Faces -- Peter C. Bernhard is being reappointed to the Nevada Gaming Commission by Nevada Gov. Kenny Guinn. Bernhard, a lawyer in Las Vegas, was appointed in October 2001 to finish out the term of Brian Sandoval, who left the post to run for state attorney general.
Bit from the UK -- Ladbrokes recently started offering bets on American horse racing for through its Internet site. The bets, which include American-style wagers like the superfecta and the pick six, are available to the company's registered pool of 600,000 bettors.