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Weekly Nambling Notes
26 May 2007
A review of news briefs from the week of May 21-25, 2007.»
Betex Executives Resign, Cite Travel Concerns in China
25 May 2007
In a note to the London Stock Exchange today, Betex, the Asia-facing lottery and gaming company, announced the resignations of chief executive Peter Greenhill and finance director Stuart Baker.»
Nambling Notes - 25 May 2007
25 May 2007
Today: Fluxx vies with Germany for majority stake in Lotto Rheinland-Pflaz, bwin announces a deal with Cellectivity and more.»
No Decision Reached Yet in Kaplan Detention Hearing
25 May 2007
Assistant U.S. Attorney Mike Fagan asked today that BetonSports (BoS) Founder Gary Kaplan be held without bond due to his obvious risk of flight, reciting a laundry list of reasons to support his request.»
Betting Odds & Ends - June
24 May 2007
IGN's monthly review of news from the sports betting and racing sectors.»
Nambling Notes - 24 May 2007
24 May 2007
Today: The FBI surveils Second Life casinos, Betbrokers is set to acquire Winning Edge and more.»
BetOnSports Enters Guilty Plea in US Federal Court
24 May 2007
As expected, indicted gambling company BetonSports (BoS) pled guilty today to federal racketeering charges, according to U.S. Attorney Catherine Hanaway.»
Global Policy Review - May
24 May 2007
Each month IGN delivers the latest in international policy developments that could affect the I-gaming business. From dealings between nations to actions taken by international organizations, it's a digest of the latest in global policy.»
Insights: Between a Rock and a Hard Place
23 May 2007
IGN asked the experts: What consequences could the United States face after announcing plans to revise its commitments with respect to the General Agreement on Trade in Services?»
Nambling Notes - 23 May 2007
23 May 2007
Today: Virgin launches its branded betting service, Betsson and GigaMedia release strong first quarter results and more.»
Navigating the Road to Privatization
23 May 2007
With their eye on the prize, U.S. state governments are exploring the privatization of their lotteries, but do they really know what they're in for?»
The Top 10s
22 May 2007
The Top 10s Hitwise's Top 10 "Entertainment – Gambling" sites for the week ending May 18.
The No. 1 sites:
Australia: TAB Sportsbet
Hong Kong: HKJC Football Betting Limited
Singapore: Singapore Pools
United Kingdom: Betfair
United States: Pennsylvania Lottery
View the complete lists.»
Nambling Notes - 22 May 2007
22 May 2007
Today: Paddy Power releases an upbeat, updated trading statement, Arbuthnot suggests shares in Party will continue to fall and more.»
US Waives Right to Appeal in WTO Dispute with Antigua
22 May 2007
The United States has foregone its right to appeal the most recent decision in its World Trade Organization (WTO) I-gaming dispute with the twin-island nation of Antigua and Barbuda (Antigua), leaving it open to further complaints from other WTO members.»
Weekly Nambling Notes
21 May 2007
A roundup of news briefs from the week of May 14-18, 2007.»
Market Briefs - 14-18 May 2007
21 May 2007
IGN's weekly roundup of financial news in the I-gaming industry.»
Nambling Notes - May 21, 2007
21 May 2007
Today: OPAP says it has EU law on its side, I-bingo gains momentum in the U.K. as the smoking ban looms and more.»
Eye on Europe - 21 May 2007
21 May 2007
IGN's weekly update covering important gaming developments in European jurisdictions.»
GBGC Releases Revised Post-UIGEA Figures
21 May 2007
U.K.-based consulting firm Global Betting and Gaming Consultants (GBGC) in April released revised projections for the global gaming industry in the post-Unlawful Internet Gambling Enforcement Act (UIGEA) era. GBGC found that the effects of the legislation may have been far worse than first expected.»
Nambling Notes - 18 May 2007
18 May 2007
Today: Ladbrokes says profits have lagged 10 percent in the four months to the end of April, eWorld Interactive is set to operate China's online sports lottery and more.»
Desktop Conference: US Policy - The AGA Position
18 May 2007
This IGN Desktop Conference features a candid interview with Frank Fahrenkopf, president and CEO of the American Gaming Association (AGA). Fahrenkopf shares his reactions to the Unlawful Internet Gambling Enforcement Act, AGA positions on current Congressional proposals to explore I-gaming regulation, the U.S.-Antigua WTO dispute and recent action taken by the U.S. Justice Department.»
Online gambling in the news
17 May 2007
Casino City regularly scans every corner of the Internet searching for the best insight and articles related to online gambling. We bring them to you here.»
Nambling Notes - 17 May 2007
17 May 2007
Today: The Unibet.com cycling team will not pursue legal action against Giro organizers, William Hill is confident about analysts' forecasts for the year and more.»
Eye on Europe - 17 May 2007
17 May 2007
IGN's weekly update covering important gaming developments in European jurisdictions.»
Insights: US and Antigua - The Elephant and The Fly
17 May 2007
IGN asked the experts: What are the implications of the United States' effort to clarify its position in relation to General Agreement on Trade in Services? Is America essentially withdrawing gambling services from its commitments?»