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Nambling Notes - March 14, 2007
14 March 2007
Today: Former 888 CEO John Anderson safely departs France after an "inconclusive" interview with French gaming authorities, Tabcorp CEO Matthew Slatter is let go and more.»
On Track - March
14 March 2007
A monthly review of events, business news and other happenings in the racing industry, particularly in the interactive space.»
United Kingdom Casino goes online
13 March 2007
United Kingdom Casino has joined forces with Vegas Partner Lounge, Casinos Online Vegas Partner Lounge and software development gurus Microgaming.»
Eye on Europe - March 12, 2007
13 March 2007
IGN's weekly update covering important gaming developments in European jurisdictions.»
Nambling Notes - March 13, 2007
13 March 2007
Today: Former 888 CEO John Anderson meets with French gaming authorities in the City of Lights, 32Red reports mixed full year results and more.»
UK Releases New Gambling Ad Regulations
13 March 2007
Gambling companies targeting the United Kingdom are going to have to watch their step come September 2007, when the new rules for gambling advertisements come into effect.»
The Top 10s
12 March 2007
Hitwise's Top 10 "Entertainment – Gambling" sites for the week ending March 10.
The No. 1 sites:
Australia: TAB Racing
Hong Kong: HKJC Football Betting
United Kingdom: The National Lottery
United States: California Lottery
View the complete lists.»
Nambling Notes - March 12, 2007
12 March 2007
The migration of the Tribeca and Tain poker networks onto the Playtech network is complete, Ladbrokes' financial director is leaving the company and more.»
Market Briefs - March 5-9, 2007
12 March 2007
IGN's weekly roundup of financial news in the I-gaming industry.»
Weekly Nambling Notes
10 March 2007
A review of news briefs from the week of March 5-9, 2007.»
Nambling Notes - March 9, 2007
9 March 2007
Today: Shares in Sportingbet cool off on the LSE, Expekt is set to challenge Svenska Spel and more.»
Licensing, Hosting Battle Brews in Canadian Province
9 March 2007
Alberta Solicitor General Fred Lindsay is demanding that a First Nation band put an end to its plans to license and host online gaming companies on its reserve near Edmonton, according to the Canadian Press (CP).»
Reading Placanica: The Consolidation of Restricted Markets
8 March 2007
Although the Placanica case is an Italian referral (language of procedure: Italian), while the court's working language is French, this does not provide an excuse to the lawyers of the remote gambling operators for commenting on the judgment without having read it.»
Nambling Notes - March 8, 2007
8 March 2007
Today: Sportingbet and bwin continue to gain momentum after another strong day of trading, Playtech makes another move in Asia and more.»
Swedish Tabloid Defies Ad Ban
8 March 2007
Swedish tabloid Aftonbladet has announced its intention to carry advertisement promoting Malta-based operator Expekt, thereby contravening a district court order issued today, which authorizes stiff financial penalties if it goes ahead.»
Placanica - Everyone's a Winner
7 March 2007
Can an agent based in Italy take bets for a bookmaker based in England? According to the Italian government, no. According to the European Court of Justice (ECJ), it depends. The ECJ on Tuesday ruled on the Placanica case, which addresses this very matter, and advocates on both sides of the debate are claiming victory. Following are comments from various observers in response to the ruling.»
Bwin in Takeover Talks with Sportingbet
7 March 2007
Sportingbet has confirmed media reports hinting at a possible takeover bid from bwin, which this morning said it was in "very preliminary discussions" with the London-listed operator.»
ECJ Ruling May Pave the Cross-Border Way
7 March 2007
Yesterday’s judgment by the European Court of Justice (ECJ) in the Placanica case could pave the way for the free movement of services, especially in relation to cross border betting, in the European Union.»
Nambling Notes - March 7, 2007
7 March 2007
Today: Ladbrokes fishes for Sportech's Vernon Pools business, Playtech reaches an agreement with China-based Foundation Group and more.»
I-Lottery Update - March 2007
7 March 2007
As one of the world's most popular forms of gambling, lotteries have successfully made the shift to the interactive arena. Once a month, IGN's I-Lottery Update delivers an international roundup of the latest news from this burgeoning sector of the industry.»
Market Briefs - Feb. 26 - March 2, 2007
6 March 2007
IGN's weekly roundup of financial news in the I-gaming industry.»
Hard Times for the Canadian Mafia
6 March 2007
A defendant in what is being called the biggest mafia bust in Canada's history allegedly ran an Internet sports book syndicate, through which nearly $400 million flowed in less than a year, according to the Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP).»
Placanica Ruling - Is the EU Betting Industry Finally Unshackled?
6 March 2007
The European Court of Justice today delivered the its long-awaited verdict for the Placanica case (criminal proceedings against Massimiliano Placanica and Others) and in doing so ruled that the Italian criminal penalties for the collecting of bets by intermediaries acting on behalf of foreign companies are community law.»
Nambling Notes - March 6, 2007
6 March 2007
Today: Bill Hill says a bid for Rank Group is not to be, Rank completes the sale of its Hard Rock business and more.»
Playtech reports results for 2006
5 March 2007
Playtech reports total revenues for the year up 89% to $90.1 million from $47.6 million for 2005.»
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