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Mixed Signals Accompany New U.S. Bill
7 August 2008
A new bill in Congress meant to narrow the scope of the Unlawful Internet Gambling Enforcement Act raises more questions than answers, but one lawyer says if interpreted correctly, the bill could mean good news for most of the industry.»
Pinnacle Takes Second-Quarter Hit
7 August 2008
Pinnacle Entertainment Inc. on Wednesday posted a net loss of $18.1 million, or 30 cents per share, failing to meet analysts’ expectations.»
Tabcorp Reports Net Loss
7 August 2008
Tabcorp Holdings reported an annual net loss today, which, according to Reuters, shows how the loss of its Victorian slot machine duopoly could have affected the company’s performance.»
Proactive Gaming Scandinavia Acquires Poker, Blackjack Platform
7 August 2008
Proactive Gaming Scandinavia A.B. has finalized a deal with Designed Quality Entertainment A.B. to acquire its platform for Internet-based poker and blackjack.»
Paradise Entertainment and SJM to Build Giant E-Casino
7 August 2008
LT Macau Ltd., a subsidiary of Paradise Entertainment Ltd., signed on with Sociedade de Jogos de Macau Holdings, to develop an e-casino at San Kin Yip Commercial Centre in Macau.»
Israel Sports Betting Board Names New C.E.O.
7 August 2008
Offer Peri, 46, was nominated as the new director general and chief executive of the Israel Sports Betting Board. Prior to the new post, he served as chief executive of Bezeq-Call, a communication services company.»
Nambling Notes | Aug. 7, 2008
7 August 2008
Jaxx continues developing its business beyond the bounds of the Bundesländer, Entraction Holding has some competitively friendly words for PKR and more.»
MEC Considers a Santa Anita Sel
7 August 2008
Magna Entertainment Corporation, owner and operator of horse racetracks in United States and Austria, is considering selling a majority interest of Santa Anita Park in Arcadia, Calif.»
MGM Mirage to Expand Macau VIP Tables
6 August 2008
While profits dropped 69 percent for MGM Mirage in its second quarter, the casino behemoth has announced plans to expand its VIP tables for its high rollers in Macau.»
Online Venture Proves Profitable for Spanish National Lottery
6 August 2008
After launching a lottery and sports betting site, loteriasyapuestas.es, the Spanish National Lottery is pleased with the decision, and told Gaming Intelligence Group the site’s performance "has been extremely positive."»
Organizers Anticipate Big Numbers at Asian Poker Tour
6 August 2008
During the final stop on this year’s Asian Poker Tour, winners may line their pocket with more U.S. dollars than ever.»
GTI Asia Hong Kong Expo 2008 Cancelled
6 August 2008
The GTI Asia Hong Kong Expo has been called off this year due to issues with "overall planning and the venue."»
Ruling on Amalgamated Racing Ltd. Expected Friday
6 August 2008
Alphameric Plc., a provider of solutions for the leisure and hospitality sectors, said today a ruling is expected soon in the case against Amalgamated Racing Ltd., its joint venture company with Racecourse Media Services Ltd.»
Bet2Go at Bolton Wanderers
6 August 2008
Bet2Go.com, a mobile betting operator and subsidiary of Cellectivity, has become the official betting partner with the Bolton Wanderers, an English Premier League club.»
Nambling Notes | Aug. 6, 2008
6 August 2008
Vietnam scrutinizes "violent elements" of online gambling, while Youbet reports financial improvements and comments on a possible TVG merger.»
Morning Brief: Business Buzz
5 August 2008
A brief look at biz deals and Q2/H1 brokerage previews covering several major operators.»
2008 'Make or Break' for Sportech
5 August 2008
With the imminent relaunches of Sportech's pools betting and online gaming offerings, one analyst has called 2008 a "make-or-break year" for the Liverpool operator.»
Million-2-1 Partners with Manchester Evening News for Charity
5 August 2008
Million-2-1, a provider of online and mobile phone competitions and lotteries, partnered with Manchester Evening News for a fundraising campaign benefiting the Manchester United Foundation, which works to motivate youth.»
Industry Veteran Nigel Booth Dies
5 August 2008
After a short illness, Nigel Booth, a veteran of the coin machine industry, died last week at the age of 75.»
MGM Mirage Secures More CityCenter Financing
5 August 2008
MGM Mirage Inc. has a lock on more than half of its funding for a CityCenter Project, which sent shares up almost nine percent.»
First Day of Legal Keno in Ohio
5 August 2008
Ohio Keno players placed more than 20,000 wagers on Monday, which is equal to about $88,000, during the state's first day of legalized Keno, reports The Blade, a Toledo-based newspaper.»
All Olympic Bets Off in Las Vegas
5 August 2008
When each country’s gold medal count is announced at the 2008 Summer Olympics, there will be no drum roll in Vegas.»
From the Editor's Chair | v. 25
5 August 2008
In case you were away last week, the Department of Justice struck again (surprised? -- we're not), CryptoLogic shares continued trending downward (careful what you derive), a United States I-gaming study bill wasn't examined (hey, it's politics) and targeting China gets a little less risky (we're serious).»
Morning Brief: Growth and Expectation
4 August 2008
Have a quick look at today's financial headlines. Reading time: less than a minute.»
Casey on U.S. Racing and Technology
4 August 2008
Ray Casey of New York City OTB says the horseracing business is finally getting younger, but is there enough progressive thinking to embrace technology in time to save the industry?»
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