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NROG's Radio Men up to the Task
27 September 2006
Two veterans of the radio broadcasting business are mounting a campaign against legislative attempts to take away American citizens' right to gamble online.»
US Senate Update: Frist Met by Opposition in Armed Services Committee
27 September 2006
The atmosphere surrounding Senate Majority Leader Bill Frist's continued effort to piggyback prohibitive online gambling provisions to the FY 07 Defense Department (DOD) Authorization bill has again intensified. In a memo addressed to Frist, R-Tenn., Armed Services Committee Chairman John Warner voiced his explicit opposition to adding provisions he considers inconsistent with the scope of the DOD bill. The memo, dated Sept. 25, was released to the press this afternoon by Warner, R-Va.»
Editorial: The PPA Has the Right Idea, But Are They Getting the Job Done?
26 September 2006
The Poker Players Alliance has tasked itself with opening the eyes of millions of American gamers to the threat of Congress abolishing their pastime, yet the U.S. online poker community as a whole seems less than passionate about fighting prohibition. IGN's Chris Krafcik dissects a campaign that, as he sees it, lacks the punch necessary to put Frist, Kyl and company on the ropes.»
Market Briefs - Sept. 18-22, 2006
26 September 2006
IGN's weekly roundup of financial news in the I-gaming industry.»
Nambling Notes - Sept. 26, 2006
26 September 2006
Today: Germany threatens to arrest I-gaming execs, the Ritz Club discontinues offering online gambling to U.S. players and more.»
Manchester United Site Launched
25 September 2006
The launch of the official Manchester United online gaming site was recently announced following an agreement signed between Manchester United and Playtech's licensee Betfred.»
Weathering the Storm
25 September 2006
It has been an erratic 2006 for online money transfer provider Neteller.»
Global Policy Review - October
25 September 2006
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.»
Nambling Notes - Sept. 25, 2006
25 September 2006
Today: World Gaming loses key personnel amid fears of more arrests, Betfred launches a Manchester United-Branded online gaming site and more.»
Weekly Nambling Notes
23 September 2006
A review of news briefs for the week of Sept. 18-22.»
Dynasty Gaming, Microgaming Sign Mahjong Deal
22 September 2006
Dynasty Gaming Inc. reports the signing of a master licensing and reseller agreement for its Mahjong Mania software with Microgaming, the world's largest supplier of poker and casino gaming software.»
Eye on Europe - Sept. 22, 2006
22 September 2006
IGN's weekly update covering important gaming developments in European jurisdictions.»
bwin Speaks
22 September 2006
Last Friday they were taken into custody by French authorities, on Monday they were released and on Thursday they unburdened themselves to the world. bwin's Manfred Bodner and Norbert Teufelberger held a lengthy press conference yesterday expressing confusion and indignation over how their Austria-based, licensed gambling operation ran so suddenly and terribly afoul with French authorities.»
Nambling Notes - Sept. 22, 2006
22 September 2006
Today: bwin's Bodner and Teufelberger are suing France, the Frist camp continues its prohibition efforts in the Senate and more.»
Casino Watch - October
21 September 2006
A monthly review of news from the land-based, online casino and poker industries.»
Nambling Notes - Sept. 21, 2006
21 September 2006
Today: Sportingbet's incoming CEO says the company will continue to build its presence in the U.S. market, plus more.»
US Soldiers Oppose I-Gaming Prohibition Amendment
20 September 2006
Enter the latest critic of Senate Majority Leader Bill Frist and his efforts to ban online Gambling: The Screaming Eagle Poker Association (SEPA).»
BoS, US Government Set to Negotiate
20 September 2006
The temporary restraining order against BetOnSports (BoS) has been extended another 30 days, as attorneys in St. Louis negotiate a settlement of the civil and criminal charges against the company.»
Nambling Notes - Sept. 20, 2006
20 September 2006
Today: An ABS survey shows that gambling is on the rise in Australia, Bodog cancels its marketing conference and more.»
Playtech Player Hits $2 Million Jackpot
19 September 2006
Playtech's Winajackpot.com network has once again delivered a jackpot payout topping the $2 million mark.»
Market Briefs - Sept. 11-15 2006
19 September 2006
IGN's weekly roundup of financial news in the I-gaming industry.»
Editorial: A Collective Deep Breath is in Order
19 September 2006
If you're involved with the Internet gambling industry, please sit down, close your eyes and take a deep breath. The industry has been in for a wild ride since mid July when a series of actions on both the policy and law enforcement fronts in the United States rocked our world. With the recent actions in France, the chaos seems to be spreading.»
EC Reportedly Examining the Legality of French Gambling Policy
19 September 2006
Citing an unnamed EU official, AFX reported this morning that France will be among the latest additions to a list of seven EU member states under investigation by the European Commission (EC) for allegedly violating Article 49 of the EC Treaty, which guarantees the free movement of services.»
Nambling Notes - Sept. 19, 2006
19 September 2006
Today: bwin agrees to post on its Web site a special notice about French law, the Tote fields another acquisition offer and more.»
The Top 10s
19 September 2006
Hitwise's Top 10 "Entertainment – Gambling" sites for the week ending Sept. 15. The No. 1 sites:
Australia: TAB Wagering
Hong Kong: HKJC Football Betting
Singapore: Singapore Pools
United Kingdom: Betfair
United States: PartyPoker.com
View the complete lists.»
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