Licensing -- N.R.G. Entertainment, Inc. in Antigua has obtained from Action Poker Gaming, Inc. a software license to establish an online casino at www.nrggrandcasino.com. Having provided the complete turnkey hardware and software package, Action Poker will assist in operating the new site that currently offers Chinese Poker, Big2, Stud, and Texas Hold'em.
Goldenballs -- The pride of GoldenPalace.com, Mark Roberts, completed another successful streak at yesterday's Madrid vs. Bettis Soccer match. The game marked Golden Boy David Beckham's debut with Madrid, but the tattoo on Roberts' chest proclaimed "I'm The Real Goldenballs."
Change -- According to BizWorld, Irish bookmaker Paddy Power is considering several changes to its online services after experiencing weak interim results. Possible changes include an online casino that would likely be run from Jersey or a similar location, revamped online and telephone services that would allow users to access both services using a single account, and new language options. Paddy Power is also considering opening 24 new stores in Britain.
Sponsor -- Sportsbook.com has become a primary sponsor of rookie Darren Manning's #15 RAC Walker Racing Champ Car, making it the first sports book to provide a motor sports sponsorship. On Sept. 28, Sportsbook.com will also serve as the presenting sponsor of the Miami street race.
Dealing -- On Wednesday EssNet announced that it had acquired the business of Netgame Factory, the Stockholm-based company that licenses and operates mobile gaming solutions worldwide for customers in lotteries, telephone network operations, and media. EssNet also acquired 50 percent of Oberthur Netgame Factory Ltd, a company that develops and markets comprehensive mobile lottery systems.
Tele Ban -- The British Jockey Club on Monday initiated a policy that bans riders from using mobile phones within the changing rooms of race courses. The ban is an attempt to increase the integrity of the sport which last year saw a wave of corruption that resulted in several bans and suspensions. By prohibiting cell phone use, the Jockey Club eliminates the jockeys' ability to pass information on to punters. Riders at two courses, Leicester and Hamilton, protested the new regulation by walking out of Monday's racing.