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Tools of the Trade - Aug 9, 2001
9 August 2001
As a leader in an Internet-driven industry, you've got to stay informed about the latest products, technologies and services available to thriving e-businesses. Instead of sitting on your lead, broaden the distance between you and the rest of the pack by equipping yourself with the tools necessary to get it done. Every week IGN publishes a new medley of blips and blurbs about products, services and events that could help you strengthen your e-business.»
Q & A: Bruce Merati, Virtgame
9 August 2001
Legalized online gambling in the First World has become a reality and with it comes the dilemma of meeting strict demands by policy makers and gaming regulators. One of the pivotal issues in Nevada, for example, is the necessity of adequate player-blocking software, and a handful of companies are touting products that they believe hold the key to satisfying the Gaming Commission's requirements. One of those companies is Virtgame, and CTO Bruce Merati offers a short rundown of what the company does.»
Bowman to Launch Online Sportsbook
8 August 2001
One of the world's largest sports betting businesses has decided to venture into Internet bookmaking and is teaming up with a proven European software provider to bring its brand online.»
The IGN Data Hub - Aug 8, 2001
8 August 2001
In our zealous attempt to provide relief for potential information overload, we've condensed several industry-related surveys and research findings into a more digestible form for your reading pleasure.»
Scandinavian Gambling Files: Sweden
8 August 2001
The "Scandinavian Gambling Files" is a five-part series providing information on the operators and the main supporting companies of the North European countries: Norway, Finland (including Åland), Sweden, Denmark (including Faroe) and Iceland. This is the second edition to the series.»
The Legal Gray Areas of Gambling Debt Enforceability
7 August 2001
A federal judge has ruled in a major decision that Internet gambling is not a crime--sometimes.»
Hard Rock Debuts Online Casino Games
7 August 2001
In an effort to spread the word that the Hard Rock Hotel and Casino is not just a hamburger joint, the company recently added seven play-for-fun casino games to its website.»
Q & A: Jeffrey Gitchel, Part 2
1 August 2001
In this week's Q & A, IGN continues its discussion about cybersquatting with Jeffery Gitchel, the lawyer who prosecuted and won the first case under the Uniform Domain Name Dispute Resolution Policy (UDRP). The policy is set by the Internet Corporation for Assigned Names and Numbers (ICANN), a non-profit group in charge of most aspects of domain name management.»
Cohen Loses Appea
1 August 2001
A federal court on Tuesday turned down Internet bookmaker Jay Cohen's appeal of his conviction for violating the federal Wire Act. The decision rocked the Net betting industry, which had been watching the case closely.»
Nevada Gaming Commission Faces Steep Challenge in Regulating Online Gambling
1 August 2001
After two days of presentations and open dialogue, the Nevada Gaming Commission now knows it has a monumental task in front of it.»
FSA Calls for Stricter Measures against Money Laundering
31 July 2001
Britain's Financial Services Authority, as part of its newly released "Money Laundering Theme: Tackling Our New Responsibilities" report, is warning that firms involved in the financial services industry need to do more to prevent and protect against money laundering.»
A Versatile Affiliate Program by Poker.com
31 July 2001
Webmasters can now add poker games to spice up even non-gambling sites, thanks to a new feature of Internet poker portal Poker.com.»
Cyber Ramblings - July 31, 2001
31 July 2001
Every week, Interactive Gaming News churns through a roundup of important Internet and technology-related worldwide news. The justice system takes center stage this week. A bevy of news has been created in and out of the court system. Domain name issues, slamming, privacy concerns and even a libel case all dot the blotter this week. Plus, news of a glitch that released an enormous amount of personal information on the Web has many college students concerned.»
Nevada Meeting Focuses on Access-Blocking Technology
31 July 2001
Tension filled a Community College of Southern Nevada lecture room today as the Nevada Gaming Commission hosted an exploratory meeting regarding the future of Internet gambling. It was the first day of a two-day session.»
I-Gaming Investors Corner (July 23-27)
30 July 2001
Several dozen publicly held interactive gaming companies are reporting, acquiring, floating, spinning off, merging, de-listing, rising and falling in stock markets all over the world. Every Monday, IGN wraps the financial happenings of the Net betting biz from the previous week into a nifty little package just for you.»
Awaiting News from Isle of Man
30 July 2001
The Isle of Man could reveal its first three online casino license holders as early as Wednesday, according to reliable sources. Whether that short list will include MGM Mirage, the behemoth U.S. gaming company, remains to be seen, although at least one person familiar with the application process thinks that corporation is pretty likely to be a first round choice.»
Second House Hearing on Internet Gambling, July 24
27 July 2001
The U.S. House Subcommittee on Financial Institutions and Consumer Credit held a hearing on July 24 to discuss Internet gambling related legislation. For your reading pleasure, IGN has compiled the statements or testimony given during the daylong session.»
Sportingbet Acquires Central American Competitor
27 July 2001
Alderney-based Internet sports betting company Sportingbet has acquired SportsBook, a competing Internet bookmaker that specializes in American sports, for £35.9 million.»
Youbet.com to Flip the Switch in Oregon Next Month
27 July 2001
Youbet.com will launch its wagering hub in Oregon a full month earlier than expected.»
New Poker Site Offers Tournaments, Collusion Protection
26 July 2001
A new poker site has emerged, and it promises what it calls the biggest online poker tournament in the history of the World Wide Web.»
Sandoval to Step Down
26 July 2001
Brian Sandoval, the chairman of the Nevada Gaming Commission, announced today that he will step down from the position on Aug. 1.»
Q & A: Jeffrey Gitche
26 July 2001
The lawyer who prosecuted and won the first case under ICANN's Uniform Domain Name Dispute Resolution Policy recently spoke with IGN about the brief history of cybersquatting. His name is Jeffrey Gitchel and he's an associate at the Pittsburgh office of Kirkpatrick & Lockhart LLP, where he specializes in trademark and copyright litigation. Much of his work has been in the realm of the Internet and with disputes involving cybersquatting and domain names.»
Outsourcing Business Technology
26 July 2001
If your technology company is like most (or if you're not a tech company, but use a lot of technology in your business), you've probably considered outsourcing technology as an effective, cost-cutting measure. How you begin the process of deciding to outsource can be just as important as the decision to outsource itself. To that end, a good exploratory team can mean the difference between enjoying a successful outsourcing endeavor and enduring a recurring corporate nightmare.»
Tools of the Trade - July 26, 2001
26 July 2001
As a leader in an Internet-driven industry, you've got to stay informed about the latest products, technologies and services available to thriving e-businesses. Instead of sitting on your lead, broaden the distance between you and the rest of the pack by equipping yourself with the tools necessary to get it done. Every week IGN publishes a new medley of blips and blurbs about products, services and events that could help you strengthen your e-business.»
Digital Commerce Bill Threatens State Rights
25 July 2001
Legislation currently before Congress could prove to be the downfall for state and territorial regulation of Internet gambling in the United States.»
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