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Party Teases B-to-B on Forex, Poker Woes
19 November 2008
Although PartyGaming reported flat revenue growth in the third quarter, year over year, the Gibraltar operator hinted that its nascent business-to-business arm is nearing deals with a number of prospects.»
Editorial | A New Star Rising?
19 November 2008
Significant attention at this year's Global Gaming Expo in Las Vegas has been devoted to Internet gambling in the United States. Perhaps that’s because the stars have finally begun to align for sensible discussion of regulation.»
Crypto Says Some Poker Clients to Pass on Gtech Move
19 November 2008
CryptoLogic Ltd., the Dublin software developer, has confirmed that an undisclosed number of its current poker licensees will not be migrating to Gtech Corporation's International Poker Network.»
Harrah's J.V. Drops Kan. Contract
18 November 2008
Harrah's Entertainment Inc., the world's largest casino company, has withdrawn its application to run a state-owned casino in Sumner County, Kan.»
Slots Market Still Tough in Conn.
18 November 2008
Two tribal casinos in Connecticut reported an October decline in slot-machine income -- losses less precipitous, however, than September's double-digit dip.»
Makers of Golden Tee Enter Slots Market
18 November 2008
Incredible Technologies Inc., the maker of Golden Tee golf, has entered the slots market.»
Online Payment Blocking Hits Two U.S. Lotteries
18 November 2008
Although the New Hampshire and North Dakota lotteries derive disparate portions of revenue online, a new hiccup with credit card transaction processing is currently affecting both groups' ability to generate income from aboveboard Internet subscription services.»
Vote Could Expand California Lottery
18 November 2008
Arnold Schwarzenegger, the governor of California, on Friday signed two pieces of legislation that would increase state lottery payouts, jackpots and revenue, and potentially allow the state to borrow $5 billion against future sales of lottery tickets to help plug a budget hole that analysts say could total $27.8 billion during the next 20 months.»
Gtech Wins Contract for Kansas Lottery Machines
18 November 2008
Gtech Corporation has signed a 10-year contract with the Kansas Lottery to supply and operate video central system that will monitor electronic gaming machines at up to six gaming facilities in the state.»
More Asian iGaming Congress Speakers Added
18 November 2008
Clarion Gaming and Beacon Events announced today another round of confirmed speakers for the Asian i-Gaming Congress 2009.»
NetPlay Expands Online Bingo Product
18 November 2008
NetPlay TV plc, the AIM-listed interactive gaming company, has launched a Swedish version of its popular bingo product, Bingos.com.»
UK Broadcaster to Show Live Racing Odds
18 November 2008
London's Channel 4 is set to launch a 60-second live ad updating viewers with the most recent odds before the start of major horse races.»
Payment Network Expands Portfolio
18 November 2008
Payment Network AG, a Munich-based online payments processor, has partnered with the Neteller Group, one of the largest online processors.»
Nambling Notes | Nov. 18, 2008
18 November 2008
More AiG speakers have been announced,Bingos.com adds a Swedish Web site and more.»
Acquisition Hints Accompany GigaMedia's Third-Quarter Results
18 November 2008
On GigaMedia Ltd.'s third-quarter results today, Chief Executive Arthur M. Wang said his company is looking to take a majority stake in Infocomm Global Asia Holdings, an affiliate in which it has held a minority interest since 2006.»
Neteller Changes Name to Neovia Financial
17 November 2008
Neteller, the Isle of Man-based Internet commerce group, has officially changed its name to Neovia Financial with effect from today.»
Foxy Bingo Raises Thousands for Charity
17 November 2008
Foxy Bingo, the London-based online bingo operator, on Friday raised £12,951 for a local charity that benefits disadvantaged children in the United Kingdom.»
College Athlete Cleared of Online Gambling Misconduct
17 November 2008
A University of Florida student and basketball player was found to be in debt to online poker sites, but he was not in violation of National Collegiate Athletic Association rules, according to an investigation into the matter.»
Public to Dole Out National Lottery Funds
17 November 2008
Players in the United Kingdom National Lottery will be given a say in the allocation of funds to good causes.»
Turkish National Lottery Reports Four Year Earnings
17 November 2008
Turkey's National Lottery Administration, which is set to be privatized next year, reported total earnings of $4.4 billion in the last five years.»
Nambling Notes | Nov. 17, 2008
17 November 2008
Neteller is now Neovia, Foxy Bingo raises money for charity and more.»
Iron Fist, Velvet Glove
17 November 2008
One of the United States' foremost legal experts dissects the United States Justice Department's moves to quash state-level proposals to privatize lotteries.»
B-to-B Will Be Significant Medium-Term Contributor, 888 Says
17 November 2008
Although quarter-on-quarter growth for 888 Holdings stalled in the third quarter, Chief Executive Gigi Levy said his company's business-to-business arm will become an increasingly large contributor over the medium term.»
Editor's Note: Philippines
17 November 2008
An update on IGamingNews' investigation into the Philippine government's resolution to probe RCBC Tower in Makati City, where a number of First Cagayan Leisure and Resort Corporation's licensees are hosted.»
Las Vegas Sands Bucks Going Concern
17 November 2008
Las Vegas Sands Corporation has raised $2.1 billion via an offering of common stock, preferred stock and warrants, easing worries about the company's ability to operate going forward.»