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U.K. Operators, Bookmakers to Pay Problem Gambling Levy
6 January 2009
After coming up £1.2 million short in voluntary charity contributions for problem gambling research, ministers in the United Kingdom are imposing a statutory levy for all operators and bookmakers, The Daily Telegraph reported on Tuesday.»
Nambling Notes | Jan. 6, 2008
6 January 2009
U.K. operators, bookmakers to pay problem gambling levy, Spider-Man slot headlines new Crypto lineup and more.»
Chinese Operators Facing Promotional Rethink on Slowing Net Café Traffic
6 January 2009
With the wider availability of broadband and cheaper PC prices, Chinese online gamers are frequenting Internet cafés less than in years past, prompting operators to find new ways to promote content like television shows, film stars -- even instant messaging.»
Desktop Conference | On Internet Gambling, AGA Remains a House Divided
6 January 2009
Following a board meeting in December 2008, the American Gaming Association, the United States' most powerful gambling lobby, was unable to come to a unified position on Internet gambling. But Chief Executive Frank J. Fahrenkopf Jr. says that's not stopping some members, most notably Harrah's Entertainment Inc., owner of the popular World Series of Poker franchise, from pressing for Internet gambling during the 111th Congress.»
It Was a Year that Was
5 January 2009
Pull the string on your obnoxious party poppers, people -- the Internet gambling industry has turned the page on yet another sassy annum.»
The Top 10s | Gambling
5 January 2009
Hitwise's Top 10 "Entertainment -- Gambling" sites for the week ending Dec. 27, 2008.
The No. 1 sites:
Australia: TAB Racing
Hong Kong: Hong Kong Jockey Club - Bets
Singapore: Singapore Pools
United Kingdom: The National Lottery
United States: Florida Lottery
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The Top 10s | Poker
5 January 2009
Hitwise's Top 10 "Gambling -- Poker" sites for the week ending Dec. 27, 2008.
The No. 1 sites:
Australia: Pacific Poker
United Kingdom: Mansion Poker
United States: Littlewoods Poker»
The Top 10s | Betting
5 January 2009
Hitwise's Top 10 "Sport Betting" sites for the week ending Dec. 27, 2008.
The No. 1 sites:
Australia: TAB Racing
United Kingdom: Betfair
United States: Covers»
Playtech Completes Transaction with William Hill
5 January 2009
On Friday, Playtech Ltd. announced that it completed a transaction of affiliates and assets to William Hill, a deal which was previously announced Oct. 20, 2008.»
Oaklawn Reaches Advance Deposit Wagering Agreement
5 January 2009
Advanced deposit wagering outlets owned by TrackNet Media, TwinSpires.com and XpressBet.com, as well as to Youbet.com, will be taking bets this season at Oaklawn Jockey Club.»
U.K. Machine Wagering, Payout Allowance Doubled
5 January 2009
Maximum payout in gambling machines across the United Kingdom has been doubled, The Telegraph reported on Monday.»
International Game Technology Promotes V.P.
5 January 2009
International Game Technology appointed Richard J. Schneider as its executive vice president of product strategy on Monday.»
Atlantic City Casinos Could See Bankruptcy in New Year
5 January 2009
According to the Associated Press, five out of Atlantic City’s 11 casinos could declare bankruptcy in 2009.»
Lottomatica Continues to Profit in Italy
5 January 2009
Marco Sala, chief executive of Lottomatica S.p.A., said that he hasn’t seen a change in the Italian lottery in the current economy, which he discussed in an interview published on Saturday in The Financial Times.»
Codere to Appeal Bingo Hall License Rejection
5 January 2009
Codere S.A. said it will appeal local regulators’ decision not to renew its 15-year operating license for a bingo hall in Argentina, Reuters reported on Friday.»
Turkey to Extend Lottery Bid Deadline
5 January 2009
The bidding deadline for Turkey’s national lottery will be pushed back by a month at the request of investors, Reuters reported on Friday.»
Nambling Notes | Jan. 5, 2008
5 January 2009
Codere S.A. to appeal bingo hall license rejection, Party Sues Livermore, Turkey to extend lottery bid deadline and more.»
Everest Bets Eyeing Shirt Sponsorship? Not Now, Company Says
5 January 2009
GigaMedia Ltd., in the footsteps of PartyGaming and 888 Holdings, is the latest multi-channel operator to enter the sports betting arena, and it's doing so with an eye on the advertising purse strings.»
Gtech Wins New Jersey Online Lottery Contract
2 January 2009
On Monday, Gtech Corporation, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Lottomatica S.p.A., announced that it would be providing the New Jersey Lottery with new systems and products following a competitive procurement.»
Former Foster's Exec Named New Aristocrat C.E.O.
2 January 2009
Aristocrat Leisure Ltd. announced its new chief executive on Monday with a former executive at Foster's taking the reins.»
International Game Technology Names C.F.O.
2 January 2009
On Tuesday International Game Technology promoted its vice president of corporate finance and investor relations, Patrick W. Cavanaugh, to chief financial officer.»
Virtual Dealer Roulette to Debut at ICEi
2 January 2009
Mirada, an interactive digital media specialist, has announced that it will make its debut at ICEi, the remote gaming sector within the 2009 International Gaming Expo, by showcasing “Virtual Dealer Roulette” at London’s Earls Court Exhibition Centre from Jan. 27-29, 2009.»
Casino to Take Over London's Hippodrome
2 January 2009
An £8 million casino project is set to take over London's Hippodrome in Leicester Square, reports The Guardian.»
NetPlay TV Acquires Mobile Gaming Businesses
2 January 2009
NetPlay TV announced on Friday the acquisition of Venturygames.co.uk, and Toucanwin.com, the mobile gambling and skill gaming businesses of Info-download Ltd., a subsidiary of Zed Worldwide S.A.»
Playtech Launches Play-for-Real Mode on Italian Poker Network
2 January 2009
Playtech has launched a play-for-real money poker network to for the Italian poker market after sampling it in a play-for-fun mode.»
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