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Playtech Targets Europe with Live Gaming
19 January 2009
After testing the waters successfully in Asia, Playtech Ltd. is launching its “live” offering in Europe, the software provider said on Monday.»
Acquisition Helps Boost Sceptre Revenue
19 January 2009
Gaming supplier Sceptre Leisure saw major gains in revenue in the six months to October last year after the company acquired Crown Leisure in October, reported the Lancashire Evening Post.»
Nambling Notes | Jan. 19, 2009
19 January 2009
NYX Interactive plans a software launch at IGE, Playtech targets Europe with its “live” gaming, and Spin3 branches out to BlackBerry.»
The Evolution of the Shadow Economy
19 January 2009
While they don't hold conferences or tradeshows, Internet criminals are at the wheel of an economy driven in very much the same way as the real economy -- by the principle of supply and demand.»
Player Protection in Times of Piecemeal Regulation
19 January 2009
Until the Spanish government regulates Internet gambling and adopts uniform security measures, some Spanish I-gamers, one legal expert said, risk flying without a net.»
Crypto Sidesteps Row with Former C.E.O.
16 January 2009
On a conference call with investors Thursday, CryptoLogic Ltd. made clear it would be discussing its return to profitability -- not an ongoing row with its former chief executive, Javaid Aziz.»
Ongame Network, Betsafe Join Forces
16 January 2009
Ongame Network Ltd., a subsidiary of Bwin Interactive Entertainment A.G., announced a partnership agreement with Betsafe, the poker software provider announced on Thursday.»
Online Affiliate Trade Show Launches
16 January 2009
Empire Marketing seeks to capitalize on the downturn by creating an online-only trade show where I-gaming affiliates can network just by logging online.»
Russian Operators Head to South America
16 January 2009
With Russian regulations constricting gambling to just four cities by mid-summer, operators are looking for new opportunities in South America, reports the British Broadcasting Corporation.»
Youbet Gains Back Ground in U.S.
16 January 2009
Youbet.com Inc. made progress in regaining access to tracks across the United States, the company announced on Thursday.»
Online Lotteries Under Fire in India
16 January 2009
Online lotteries have come under scrutiny in Mumbai, India, after the state lottery department said that there is no law that outlines their legality, The Times of India reports.»
Despite Record Revenue, Shuffle Master Posts Q4 Loss
16 January 2009
Although Shuffle Master reported record revenue of $53.6 million in the fourth quarter, its losses amounted to $15 million for the period that ended on Oct. 31.»
Betsson, Mfuse to Launch Mobile Sports Betting Service
16 January 2009
Betsson A.B., the Sweden online gambling operator, has partnered with Mfuse to launch a mobile sports betting service in the first half of 2009.»
Nambling Notes | 16 January 2009
16 January 2009
Betsson and Mfuse partner to launch a mobile sports betting service, Youbet regains ground in the U.S. and more.»
Cryptologic partners with Gaming Technology Solutions
15 January 2009
CryptoLogic's games will be offered in multiple languages and currencies through a leading global supplier of gaming platform solutions.»
Standalone Way to Pay, for Bwin, Could Go Either Way
15 January 2009
Although Bwin Interactive Entertainment A.G. could neither confirm nor deny the possibility of spinning off its payments business as a standalone, the company told IGamingNews its Cactus-branded prepaid cards will, in the coming weeks, launch in the United Kingdom.»
Entraction Saw 108% Network Growth in 2008
15 January 2009
Last year proved to be a fast-growing one for Entraction Holding A.B.»
I.T. Provider Announces Free Gaming Seminars at IGE
15 January 2009
Repton Holdings, a United Kingdom-based I.T. solutions provider, will be providing free gaming seminars at this month’s International Gaming Expo in London.»
Project Coin to Launch Three Games at ATEI
15 January 2009
Project Coin, a gaming machines and lottery terminals developer, has announced plans to launch three new games at this year's Amusement Trades Exhibition, or ATEI, which takes place Jan. 27-29 in London.»
System Gaming Turns One at IGE
15 January 2009
Rome-based System Gaming, a gaming solutions provider, will celebrate a year in business by showing three new self-service kiosks at the 2009 International Gaming Expo.»
Bally Preps for IGE Extravaganza
15 January 2009
Dominating two adjacent stands, Bally Technologies has plans to demonstrate armloads of new games and management systems at January’s International Gaming Expo.»
William Hill Trading Update Shows 'Gambling's Resilience,' Analyst Says
15 January 2009
On Thursday, William Hill’s trading update revealed that the bookmaker’s gross win had increased by 8 percent year-on-year during the 11 weeks since its interim management statement.»
Brazilian Lotteries Report Record Earnings in 2008
15 January 2009
According to the Xinhua News Agency, the Brazilian government’s lotteries’ earnings totaled a record 5.7 billion reais, or about $2.45 billion, last year -- up 10 percent from the previous year.»
Athens Court Allows Stanleybet to Reopen Outlet
15 January 2009
Reuters reported on Thursday that an Athens court has ruled that Stanleybet International, a fixed-odds betting firm, can reopen its outlet in the region, the company said.»
Ecogra Extends Coverage
15 January 2009
On Wednesday, Ecogra announced that it has extended its independent testing, standards and monitoring services to cover Internet bingo, sports betting and live gambling operations.»