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Financial Services Committee Approval a First, Washington Insider Says
17 September 2008
Although the Payment Systems Protection Act was vehemently disapproved by some House Financial Services Committee members, one insider saw yesterday’s 30-to-19 vote in favor of sending the act in front of the full House as a positive step.»
888 to Implement Citadel's Instant Internet Banking
17 September 2008
Citadel Commerce Corporation, a subsidiary of ESI Entertainment Systems Inc., announced on Tuesday that it began using its payment solution, Instant Internet Banking, to process payments for 888 Holdings, the owner and operator of 888.com.»
Inspired Unveils Betting Show Lineup
17 September 2008
Inspired Gaming Group has announced it will unveil new and exclusive B2, B3 and C content at The Betting Show 2008, and additional B2 and B3 content will be launched prior to the show.»
Intralot Receives Double Certification on Information Security
17 September 2008
Intralot S.A.’s technical division has officially been certified not only with the World Lottery Association Security Control Standard but by BSI Management Systems.»
IGT Layoffs to Come in 2009
17 September 2008
According to the Las Vegas Review-Journal, International Game Technology told workers in the United States that because of the economic downturn an unknown number of workers will be laid off at the beginning of the year.»
Canadian Bank Invests $16 Million in New Casino
17 September 2008
Clairvest Group Inc., a Canadian merchant bank, announced yesterday a $16 million investment to acquire 50 percent ownership in Plaza Sol de Los Lagos, a casino being built in Osorno, Chile. The bank will partner with Latin Gaming, an existing casino operator, to assist in the new venture.»
ASA Bans Online Poker Ad
17 September 2008
The United Kingdom’s Advertising Standards Authority, or ASA, has banned a PKR TV advertisement.»
Last-Minute California Bill Could Ban Bingo Machines
17 September 2008
A California bill, SB 1369, was pushed through the Legislature to the state’s governor, Arnold Schwarzenegger.

Backed by Jim Battin, a Republican senator, and Gil Cedilo, a Democratic senator, the bill allows state charities to conduct Remote Caller Bingo, or bingo games conducted online, while banning smaller charities from raising funds through electronic bingo machines.»

Nambling Notes | Sept. 17, 2008
17 September 2008
888 has a new payment solution, and the Advertising Standards Authority squelches another TV ad geared towards gambling.»
For ESI, the Sun also Rises
17 September 2008
Following a costly settlement with the United States and new deal with 888 Holdings, Anthony B. Greening, the chief executive of ESI Entertainment Systems Inc., told IGamingNews that his company is on the rebound.»
House committee votes to clarify UIGEA
16 September 2008
The House Financial Services Committee passed bill Tuesday that would force the government to define what unlawful Internet gambling is before creating any regulations block transactions.»
Morning Brief: A U.S. Special
16 September 2008
The essentials you need to understand today's vote on Barney Frank's Payments System Protection Act.»
International Eggs
16 September 2008
When William Hill’s Chief Executive Ralph J. Topping announced the company’s interim results in July he stated that he wanted the online division -- both betting and gaming -- to make a greater contribution to the overall business. He also revealed that just 10 percent of the online business came from non-British customers. What role then is there for international markets in boosting William Hill’s online revenues?»
Tabcorp Launches Luxbet.com
16 September 2008
Tabcorp Holdings, one of Australia’s largest gaming companies, has launched Luxbet.com, a Northern-Territory-based bookmaking firm.»
EiG Announces Legal and Regulation Roundtable Sessions
16 September 2008
With the European i-Gaming Congress & Expo only a week away, Clarion Gaming, the event’s organizer, has announced its Legal Roundtable Sessions.»
Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Campaign to Benefit Breast Cancer
16 September 2008
The Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino in Tampa, Fla., will raise money for breast cancer with Pinktober’s “Pink Sheets,” a special promotion that coats guest rooms in pink.»
Wynn Resorts Extends C.E.O. Contract
16 September 2008
According to the Associated Press, Steve A. Wynn, chief executive of Wynn Resorts Ltd., has had his contract extended through September 2020.»
U.K. Office of Fair Trading Green Lights Gamestec Acquisition
16 September 2008
The United Kingdom’s Office of Fair Trading has approved Gamestec, Danoptra’s amusement machine division, to integrate Inspired Gaming Group's pub business, reports The Morning Advertiser, a weekly United Kingdom-based pub trade publication.»
Aristocrat Leisure Names New President of American Operations
16 September 2008
Aristocrat Leisure Ltd., an Australian gaming solutions provider, announced Thursday that Tim Parrott, president and chief executive of American operations, has left the company.»
U.S. Casino Stock Reflects Turmoil in American Market
16 September 2008
After one of the worst days on Wall Street since the 9/11 terrorist attacks, United States casino operators’ stock opened low on Tuesday morning, reports the Associated Press.»
Nambling Notes | Sept. 16, 2008
16 September 2008
Tabcorp launches Luxbet.com, and Clarion Gaming announces EiG Legal Roundtable Sessions.»
Frank Bill Moves to Full House
16 September 2008
The House Financial Services Committee today approved Barney Frank’s third installment of the Payment Systems Protection Act, HR 6870.»
CryptoLogic, WagerLogic fight fraud with Ethoca
15 September 2008
E-gaming leader joins global fraud-fighting community to reduce fraud, protect players and boost profits. »
Morning Brief: Committee Cruiser?
15 September 2008
Will Barney Frank's latest version of the Payment Systems Protection Act -- sans sports-betting-related provisions -- cruise through tomorrow's financial services committee markup?»
Weekly Nambling Notes
15 September 2008
A roundup of news briefs for the week of Sept. 8-12, 2008.»
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