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GameTech Names New Director of Service Operations
24 February 2009
GameTech International, an electronic bingo equipment developer, named Sergio Pacini as its director of service operations on Monday.»
Va. Lottery Sued for Accessibility Issues
24 February 2009
A lawsuit filed against the Virginia Lottery claiming that lottery outlets are not accessible by wheelchair has reached the state’s Supreme Court, according to the Richmond-Times Dispatch.»
Tabcorp, Neptune Group Pen Junket Deal
24 February 2009
In an attempt to boost visitors from Asia, Tabcorp Holdings has agreed to work with Neptune Group, an investment holding company, on introducing junket operators.»
Nambling Notes | Feb. 24, 2009
24 February 2009
Betbull drops its betting exchange, and NetPlay TV secures a deal with Channel Five and Trinity Mirror Group.»
Martin Dempsey, Editor of Coin-op News, Dies at 57
24 February 2009
Martin Dempsey, editor of Coin-op News and co-organizer of the Irish Gaming & Amusement Trade Exhibition, passed away in his sleep on Feb. 24. He was 57.»
Income Access CEO to speak at BetMarkets
23 February 2009
Nicky Senyard will give a presentation to attendees at next month's BetMarkets conference called "Online focus: Effective ways to improve your Affiliate Marketing." »
Aziz on the Hook for Breach of Contract, Crypto Says
23 February 2009
After CryptoLogic Ltd. last week called Javaid Aziz's request for an extraordinary general meeting "disruptive" and "ill-timed," the company accused Mr. Aziz Monday of being in material breach of various contractual obligations related to his severance from the company.»
GamingVC, GameAccount Ink Multi-Year Agreement
23 February 2009
After reporting record growth last week, GameAccount has signed a software licensing agreement with Gaming VC Corporation.»
Macau Gaming Tax Revenue Falls
23 February 2009
Macau’s gaming tax income fell 5.3 percent year-over-year to $370 million, or 2.92 billion pacatas, in January, reports the Xinhua News Agency.»
Despite Revenue Boost, PokerTek Posts Loss for 2008
23 February 2009
Although North Carolina-based PokerTek Inc. revealed a 260 percent year-over-year revenue boost to $14.4 million, its net loss for 2008 was at $7.6 million.»
Another Magna Entertainment Director Resigns
23 February 2009
Magna Entertainment Corporation’s lead director has resigned while the horse racetrack operator undergoes an expedited review by the Toronto Stock Exchange, which could result in a delisting for the company.»
Greece Asked to Explain OPAP Contract
23 February 2009
Last week the European Union’s Internal Marketing Commission asked Greece to explain why OPAP S.A. won a contract for its integrated gaming computer system without a public tender, Reuters reports.»
AGEM Welcomes Seven New Members
23 February 2009
The Association of Gaming Equipment Manufacturers, or AGEM, has approved applications for seven new members, the association announced on Monday.»
Plans for £35 Million Norfolk Coast Casino Approved
23 February 2009
A council has approved construction modified plans for a £35-million casino on the Norfolk coast, the British Broadcasting Corporation reported last week.»
Nasdaq Delists Trump Entertainment
23 February 2009
On Friday, Trump Entertainment Resorts Inc. said it received notification that Nasdaq will be delisting the Atlantic City casino operator, citing its recent filing for bankruptcy protection as a reason.»
Devilfish Posts Loss Despite Growth
23 February 2009
In the face of record losses in the second half of 2008, Devilfish Gaming continued on the path of growth, owing a particular debt of gratitude to its poker division.»
Nambling Notes | Feb. 23, 2009
23 February 2009
GamingVC and GameAccount ink a multi-year agreement, Greece is asked to explain a new OPAP contract and more.»
Perspectives Friday -- February 20, 2009
21 February 2009
J. Todd of the APCW lands an exclusive interview with Betcha.com owner Nick Jenkins.»
WPT Posts Loss of $12.5 Million for 2008
20 February 2009
Even with cost-cutting measures in place, WPT Enterprises Inc. reported a net loss for the 2008 financial year of $12.5 million -- $5.1 million more than the loss reported in 2007.»
U.K. Gambling Commission Unveils New Strategy Board
20 February 2009
The United Kingdom’s Gambling Commission released the names of nine members to its newly formed independent Strategy Board, which will advise the commission and the Department for Culture, Media and Sport on a national responsible gambling strategy.»
South Sydney Rabbitohs, Betezy Launch Bunnybet
20 February 2009
The South Sydney Rabbitohs and Betezy.com have partnered to bring punters Bunnybet.com.au, which went live yesterday.»
Chinese Arrest 20 in Online Gambling Case
20 February 2009
In China, twenty people connected to creating online gambling sites in 2006 have been put in jail, reports Agence France-Presse.»
Ainsworth Narrows Loss in Interim Results
20 February 2009
On Wednesday, Ainsworth Game Technology Ltd. reported a $2.8 million loss for the six months ending in Dec. 31, 2008, which was less than the $10.8 million loss the gaming supplier posted in the previous year’s corresponding period.»
Toronto Stock Exchange Could Delist Magna Entertainment
20 February 2009
The Toronto Stock Exchange has speeded up its review Magna Entertainment Corp.’s listing eligibility, the company announced on Thursday.»
Nambling Notes | Feb. 20, 2009
20 February 2009
South Sydney Rabbitohs teams up with Betezy for Bunnybet, the U.K. Gambling Commission unveils a new Strategy Board and more.»