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International Game Technology C.O.O. to Resign
8 September 2008
International Game Technology, slot machine and casino system manufacturer, announced last week that its chief operating officer, Steve W. Morrow, will resign and Thomas J. Matthews, chief executive and president, will take on his duties Sept. 27.»
Betfair to Utilize Datacenter
8 September 2008
Betfair, a betting exchange, has picked ControlCircle to handle its datacenter needs for bet-placing as the company begins virtualization trials.»
National Problem Gambling Clinic to Open
8 September 2008
The United Kingdom’s first National Problem Gambling Clinic is set to open Sept. 15, reports The Guardian.»
Indian Lottery Operator Eyes Expansion
8 September 2008
The largest lottery operator in India, Sugal & Damni, is looking to claim a stake in Britain’s national lottery operator from Cadbury and Thales, www.thisismoney.co.uk reports.»
Nambling Notes | Sept. 8, 2008
8 September 2008
PacificNet Inc. settles a bondholder suit, researchers forecast a gaming market boom, Mahjong Time lands its second major license, and an I-gaming social networking site and a Macintosh version of PokerStars both launch.»
PacificNet 'Here to Stay' Having Settled with Creditors
8 September 2008
PacificNet Inc., the Hong Kong gaming technology company, told IGamingNews that it hopes to regain traction with potential clients after sales were negatively impacted by a dispute with several of its creditors.»
Tabloid Turnaround
8 September 2008
A 44-year-old British tabloid known for being brash and bold has proven successful in making the transition from traditional media format to new media.»
Weekly Nambling Notes
8 September 2008
A roundup of news briefs for the week of Sept. 2-5, 2008.»
Market Briefs
8 September 2008
A roundup of financial news and company-specific statistics from Sept. 2-5, 2008.»
The Top 10s | Gambling
8 September 2008
Hitwise's Top 10 "Entertainment -- Gambling" sites for the week ending Sept. 6, 2008.
The No. 1 sites:
Australia: TAB Racing
Hong Kong: HKJC Football Betting Ltd.
Singapore: Singapore Pools
United Kingdom: The National Lottery
United States: New York Lottery
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The Top 10s | Poker
8 September 2008
Hitwise's Top 10 "Gambling -- Poker" sites for the week ending Sept. 6, 2008.
The No. 1 sites:
Australia: Pacific Poker
United Kingdom: Ladbrokes Poker
United States: Pitbull Poker»
New Superseding Indictment Issued in BetonSports Case
8 September 2008
Defendants in the federal case against BetonSports will be ordered to enter their pleas for a third time following the issuance of another amended indictment.»
Insights | Election Day
5 September 2008
With each party's ticket cemented -- Obama-Biden versus McCain-Palin -- IGamingNews asked the experts what United States I-gaming policy would look like if either administration were to set up shop in Washington, D.C., after the November 2008 election.»
Morning Brief: Deutschland Dealer
5 September 2008
While Jaxx A.G. did not specify what acquisitions could be funded by bond market proceeds, the company told IGamingNews that acquisitions may be an option for future growth.»
Gamblers Anonymous Sees Increase in Young Males
5 September 2008
According to the Irish Times, Gamblers Anonymous has cited a jump in males between 20 and 30 seeking help. The reason? Online gambling, the group says.»
Victor Chandler Adds New Payment Method
5 September 2008
Victor Chandler, a sports betting and online gaming company, has added Ukash as an alternative payment method on its Web sites.»
bwin's Alleged Security Scandal
5 September 2008
Gaming Intelligence Group reported today that bwin has admittedly hired Wolfgang Bachler, a security consultant and former head of a counter-terrorism unit, to investigate security issues.»
Pentasia Launches Revamped Web site
5 September 2008
After months of development, Pentasia, an I-gaming recruitment consultant firm, has launched a new Web site today.»
Inspired Gaming Machines Now Compatible with B2/B3
5 September 2008
Inspired Gaming Group, the server-based gaming specialist, has announced its Open Server-Based Gaming platform and content has been tested and found compliant by the United Kingdom’s Gambling Commission for B2/B3 gaming machines.»
Sun Bingo Reveals New Site
5 September 2008
Sun Bingo has unveiled its new Web site for bingo- and game-lovers alike.»
IGT Installs New Video Slot Games in Minnesota
5 September 2008
International Game Technology, or IGT, has announced the installation of its first REELdepth Multi-Layer Display Gaming Machines, which took place over Labor Day weekend at two Minnesota Grand Casino properties.»
Billionaire Gambler Cleared of Casino Debt
5 September 2008
According to The Daily Mail, billionaire gambler Fouad al-Zayat, who is better known as the “Fat Man,” has won a bid to keep him from owning up to a £2 million debt, which he accumulated after only after a night at roulette and blackjack tables in a London casino.»
Party to Cut Staff in Gibraltar
5 September 2008
As PartyGaming continues to reposition its operation following its United States withdrawal, the company has confirmed with IGamingNews that job cuts will be made at its Gibraltar headquarters.»
Nambling Notes | Sept. 5, 2008
5 September 2008
Victor Chandler adds a new way to pay, Gamblers Anonymous reports a trend, speculation spikes over bwin’s alleged security scandal and two revamped sites launch.»
Insights | Class-Action Traction?
5 September 2008
New class-action suits brought against two United States brokerage firms over I-gaming-related investments have stirred the psyches and skepticism of legal and financial experts, whom IGamingNews polled in this installment of Insights.»
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