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List of Nations with Inadequate Money Laundering Laws Updated
11 September 2001
The Financial Action Task Force on Money Laundering on Friday announced its latest list of "non-cooperative" jurisdictions. Last week's announcement is an update from the FATF's second report on non-cooperative countries and territories that was released in June.»
Crypto Site Hacked
10 September 2001
One of the major players in developing software for the online gaming business fell prey to a recent hacker attack, and some e-security experts feel that the incident was not an isolated attack on the industry.»
Investors Corner (Sept. 3-7)
10 September 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.»
Two British Digital TV Companies to Launch Interactive Betting
10 September 2001
A major player in the interactive TV arena has taken another step in broadening its products and offerings.»
State in India Gets Online Lottery
7 September 2001
The Indian state of Karnataka is about to enter the I-gaming world through the creation of an Internet lottery.»
Gaming Plays with Gerald F. LaKarnafeaux, CFA
7 September 2001
What are the opportunities and challenges of the gaming industry? What trends should investors be aware of, and what companies are poised to capitalize on these trends? Investment research firm J.M. Dutton & Associates talks about these topics and more with Gerald F. LaKarnafeaux, one of its senior gaming analysts and a 40-year veteran of the industry.»
Nambling Notes - Sep 7, 2001
7 September 2001
This week in Nambling Notes: The British Horseracing Board's proposal to up its take for providing British racing content raises the ire of at least one bookmaker; the Isle of Man prepares to announce its first three e-casino recipients; World Gaming introduces its new wireless betting product and much more.»
Environmental Lottery Provokes IPLC's Ire
6 September 2001
A legal battle is being waged by the Earth Fund Lottery, an Internet lottery based in the Canadian province of Prince Edward Island, and the Interprovincial Lottery Corp.»
Q & A: Jason Pretorius, Raceclubs.com
6 September 2001
A new virtual horse racing site has been launched and joins a growing number of sites that have a very niche-oriented service to offer players.»
Tools of the Trade - Sep 6, 2001
6 September 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.»
Scandinavian Gambling Files: Finland
6 September 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 the autonomous Ă…land Islands), Sweden, Denmark (including Faroe) and Iceland. This is the third edition to the series.»
Sports.com Trials Ads with Live Odds
5 September 2001
Sports.com is experimenting with a new type of banner advertisement that is updated with live odds from sporting events.»
The IGN Data Hub - Sep 5, 2001
5 September 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.»
On Track - Sep 5, 2001
5 September 2001
Theories abound regarding the future of the horse racing industry. No one is sure what will be the key for the sport of kings to survive in a tightening market for the entertainment dollar. The industry no doubt is in an important time, and many companies and tracks are aligning themselves with interactive companies. In order to help keep you up to date with all the happenings in the horse racing industry, IGN provides its monthly look at events, business news and other happenings in racing with its On Track column.»
NFL-Affiliate Site Offers Office Pool Game
5 September 2001
For the second time in less than a year, the National Football League may force one of its online partners to pull gambling-related advertisements and promotions off the Internet.»
US Law - Sep 4, 2001
4 September 2001
Staying on top of interactive gambling bills as they move through the United States' federal and state legislatures no longer entails hours of research, thanks to this biweekly update on U.S. state and federal legislation. The hot news this week on the U.S. law front comes from California, where a bill to prohibit I-gambling has been tabled. On the federal front, things remain status quo as Congress reconvenes today from its summer recess.»
Investors Corner (Aug 27-31)
4 September 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.»
ClearChex Adds ID-Verifying Software
4 September 2001
While online gaming operators struggle to find alternative payment solutions that work for banks, consumers and operators, one software company is venturing into the industry because it feels it has the answers to a lot of operators' concerns.»
Cyber Ramblings - Sep 4, 2001
4 September 2001
Every week, Interactive Gaming News churns through a roundup of important Internet and technology-related worldwide news. This week international news and events dot our charts. A handful of court cases also made the cut this week, along with a mega-merger between two longtime rivals.»
Desktop Conference: U.S. Virgin Islands Prepares for Internet Casinos
3 September 2001
Shortly after Nevada passed its Internet casino enabling legislation, the United States Virgin Islands followed suit. Bill No. 24-0046, the "United States Virgin Islands Technology Initiative," was passed on July 18 before being signed into law by the territorial governor, Charles Turnbull, on August 3. Now the Virgin Islands Casino Control Commission must work out the necessary procedures and regulations for the territory's future e-casino licensees. Eileen Petersen, the chairman of the Virgin Islands Casino Control Commission, provides insight into the steps being taken.

Click here to listen.»

Editorial: Will Land-Based Brands Overtake Online Casinos?
3 September 2001
Traditional land-based gaming companies are finally starting to pull up to the table and take part in the highest stakes poker game the online gaming industry has ever seen.»
Field Narrows For Web Payment Options
31 August 2001
A trio of alternative e-commerce payment solutions closed their doors recently.»
Nambling Notes - Aug 31, 2001
31 August 2001
In this week's Nambling Notes: Channel 4 defends its decision to not air French racing; Las Vegas reconsiders the sale of its city name and logo once again; Antigua and Barbuda get a little money to battle money laundering and much more.»
Nondisclosure Agreements Are Tricky
30 August 2001
In the world of tech deals — more than other types of deals — my clients want to sign nondisclosure agreements quickly. I'm sure that many people will disagree with me on this one, but I like to avoid NDAs in the early stages of a deal. My feeling is that you shouldn't be exchanging secrets with strangers and that doesn't change no matter what they've signed.»
Tools of the Trade - Aug 30, 2001
30 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.»