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Greenwood to Launch 'The Racing Network'
3 June 1998
Greenwood Racing Inc., which owns Philadelphia Park, will launch "The Racing Network" a multi-channel subscription racing television service September 1.»
GIC Global Intertainment Corp Enters to Purchase Two Online Casino Sites
1 June 1998
GIC Global Intertainment Corporation (OTC Bulletin Board: GGNC) has entered into the final stages of negotiations to acquire 100% ownership of two established Internet Casino Sites with combined gross revenues of U.S. $35 million per year, and combined net profits of U.S. $1.75 million per year.»
Interactive Horseracing Content Agreement Reached Between You Bet and Thoro-Graph
1 June 1998
In an effort to provide its members access to the finest in high-tech data and services, You Bet!, Inc. (OTC BB: UBET), the first interactive horseracing network to enter the market in the U.S., is joining forces with Thoro-Graph, Inc.»
AIEE Submits Formal Takeover Offer of Coms21
1 June 1998
Atlantic International Entertainment Australia, Ltd. (AIEA), a subsidiary of Atlantic International Entertainment, Ltd., has submitted its offer and Part A statement for Coms21 (ASX-CMZ) with the Australian Securities Exchange Commission.»
TESTIMONY of Frank Miller, Esq., before the National Gambling Impact Study Commission
1 June 1998
The U.S. National Gambling Impact Study Commission met in Chicago on May 20-21. Among topics discussed was Internet gambling. This testimony is given by Frank Miller, an attorney. »
TESTIMONY of Joseph M. Kelly before the National Gambling Impact Study Commission
1 June 1998
The U.S. National Gambling Impact Study Commission met in Chicago on May 20-21. Among topics discussed was Internet gambling. Here's the testimony of Joseph Kelly.»
TESTIMONY of J. Dale Young Before the National Gambling Impact Study Commission
30 May 1998
The U.S. National Gambling Impact Study Commission met in Chicago on May 20-21. Among topics discussed was Internet gambling. This testimony is given by J. Dale Young of the Missouri Attorney General's office.»
TESTIMONY of Brian Farrell Before the National Gambling Impact Study Commission
30 May 1998
The U.S. National Gambling Impact Study Commission met in Chicago on May 20-21. Among topics discussed was Internet gambling. Here is the testimony of Brian Farrell, Manager of Gambling Operations and Audit of the Victorian Casino and Gaming Authority in Melbourne, Australia.»
Adrenalin Interactive Develops Online Gaming
29 May 1998
Adrenalin Interactive Inc., (NASDAQ:LUST) formerly Wanderlust Interactive, has entered the world of online gaming. The company will begin developing "pay-to-play" games with games-of-skill tournaments. »
Big Changes at Casino-On-Net
29 May 1998
Casino-On-Net, in an effort to keep things fresh and make playing easier, has just overhauled its software. Players can now play both the new and old versions.»
Sports Gaming Inc. Changes Name to 'Cybergames Inc.'
28 May 1998
Sports Gaming Inc. (OTC BB: SPGA) has changed its name to CYBERGAMES INC (OTC BB: CYGA).»
Record Gains Reported by Atlantic International Entertainment
28 May 1998
Atlantic International Entertainment, Ltd. (NASDAQ-BB-AIEE) has announced record-breaking financial results for the year ended December 31, 1997.»
TESTIMONY of Sue Schneider Before the National Gambling Impact Study Commission
28 May 1998
The U.S. National Gambling Impact Study Commission met in Chicago on May 20-21. Among topics discussed was Internet gambling and among speakers were Tom W. Bell, Sue Schneider and Tony Cabot. Here is Sue Schneider's testimony.»
Statement of Alan R. Kesner Before the National Gambling Impact Study Commission
28 May 1998
Alan R. Kesner, Assistant Attorney General in the Wisconsin Department of Justice spoke before the National Gambling Impact Study Commission. This is his statement. »
TESTIMONY of Tony Cabot Before the National Gambling Impact Study Commission
28 May 1998
The U.S. National Gambling Impact Study Commission met in Chicago on May 20-21. Among topics discussed was Internet gambling and among speakers were Tom W. Bell, Sue Schneider and Tony Cabot. Here is Mr. Cabot's testimony.»
To Regulate or Not to Regulate
27 May 1998
The North American Gaming Regulators Assn. (NAGRA) is exploring how to deal with the advent of internet gambling. Their committee on the topic developed some issue questions to guide discussion at their recent conference in Norfolk, Virginia. You'll find those questions here which will give you a sense of what sorts on concerns are arising among North American regulators. The first section, albeit short, discusses how they might handle prohibition should such legislation be passed federally. The larger set of questions gets into the myriad of details which would help guide them should a regulatory scheme be adopted in lieu of prohibition.

IGN thanks Mike Petersen, chairman of NAGRA's Internet Gaming committee, for sharing this insight into their committee work.
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The Law of Domain Names
26 May 1998
Definition of a "Domain Name" and its importance to your business. How do I avoid litigation regarding my choice of a "domain name"?»
Custom Software Development (Part II)
22 May 1998
Last week, I started the discussion of custom software development agreements. Undoubtedly, they're one of the most difficult types of contracts for computer lawyers to write. This week, I'll complete the discussion with some additional items that you should consider in your agreements.»
New Cambodian Lottery an Internet First
20 May 1998
A new lottery operation based in Phnom Penh, Cambodia, has created an Internet technical "world first" by using the back office facilities of the Plus Lotto lottery of the tiny European Kingdom of Liechtenstein to create a high tech lottery operation in Cambodia.»
Gambling Software Systems Launched
18 May 1998
Gambling Software Systems (GSS), a US software company specializing in the development of Java-based Internet wagering entertainment, has announced its official entry into the online gambling software market by introduction its first two products, Casino Complete? and CasinoKit?. »
Australia's Current Efforts to Legalize and Control Internet Gambling
18 May 1998
This is the second in a series of articles by Michael D. Shagan, attorney/consultant for issues of racing, wagering and other gambling concerns. The Australian approach, more fully reviewed in this article, is that a policy of prohibition would prove ineffective and would deny policymakers both the opportunity to frame important rules and regulations to govern Internet gambling, and the opportunity to raise revenues both for government and for locally licensed gambling service providers.»
Atlantic International Entertainment, Ltd. Subsidiary Bids for Coms21
15 May 1998
Atlantic International Entertainment Australia Pty, Ltd. (AIEA), an interactive and Internet gaming software systems provider and a wholly owned subsidiary of Atlantic International Entertainment, Ltd. (NASDAQ: AIEE), has made an offer to acquire all of Coms21 (ASX-CMZ).»
So Much for Deliberation
15 May 1998
On May 11, the racing commissioners of the ARCI, meeting in Palm Springs, heard Stan Bergstein from Harness Racetracks of America, speaking on his assigned topic of over-regulation, say that the Kyl bill was the utmost form of over-regulation: prohibition. »
Custom Software Development
14 May 1998
Having custom-made or modified software created for your company requires that you negotiate an agreement that deals with a whole slew of critical issues. With custom software, you should never consider accepting the vendor's "standard form." They're inevitably one-sided in favor of your vendor. »
Betting from the Easy Chair
13 May 1998
ODS Entertainment, a Colorado company that provides home betting for residents in Kentucky, is planning to provide a 24-hour horse racing channel to Maryland, New York, Pennsylvania, Connecticut, Ohio, Kentucky, Nevada and Oregon.»