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Coral Eurobet Introduces MATCH Technology
16 August 2000
On August 13, Coral Eurobet launched its self-proclaimed world's first interactive, real-time, person-to-person football betting site at www.play2match.com. »
The IGN Data Hub - Aug 16, 2000
16 August 2000
In our zealous attempt to provide relief for potential information overload, condensed several industry-related surveys and research findings into a more digestible form for your reading pleasure.»
Cybertips--Liability for Poor Computer Security
15 August 2000
In this space just about a month ago, I asked, "Can you be 'sued' if a hacker uses your computer as a weapon in an attack against other computers?" I noted that I couldn't find a case finding liability in this type of situation.»
Cyber Ramblings - Aug 15, 2000
15 August 2000
Every week, Interactive Gaming News churns through a roundup of important Internet and technology-related worldwide news. This week's batch covers the mobilization of the mobile Internet, the tail of another domain dispute, the European Commission's most recent report, a court decision regarding the protections of names and more. »
Jackson Wants Out of Online Casino Biz
14 August 2000
Retired baseball legend Reggie Jackson astounded audiences for years with his prowess on the diamond--such astounding prowess that they put his name on a candy bar. The Reggie Bar came and went quietly, leaving little more behind than the taste of caramel and chocolate in the mouths of a few baseball and candy bar fans. Mr. October's latest endorsement deal, Reggie Jackson Casino, will leave behind a taste that isn't nearly as sweet. »
I-Gaming Investors Corner (Aug 7-11)
14 August 2000
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.»
Philippine Government Turns Cold On Net Betting
11 August 2000
Is the Philippines' first online casino, SAGE Casino, on course to crash? News of SAGE's venture into virtual gambling was trumpeted far and wide just a few weeks ago after the casino was granted an exclusive five-year license through the government-owned and operated Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation (Pagcor). In a strange twist of events, however, reports indicate that even a signed license is no guarantee of authority to operate a virtual casino. Instead, SAGE is fighting to maintain its license following an appeal by Philippine legislators to the Supreme Court to prevent the site's launch.»
A New Player on the American Interactive Race Wagering Scene
11 August 2000
Ohio Telephone and Account Betting (TAB) Ltd., an organization owned by three Ohio tracks--Scioto Downs, River Downs and Beulah Park--announced this week that it will go live with a pari-mutuel race wagering website August 28.»
Nambling Notes - Aug 11, 2000
11 August 2000
In this week's Nambling Notes: eBet and Penn National team to deliver interactive race wagering to U.S. bettors, TrackPower signs a new carrier, the anti-moratorium ranks Down Under take a crack at the ISP angle, Access Systems signs a deal with France's national lottery and more.»
The Cohen Case: What Happened to the Others?
10 August 2000
Jay Cohen was one of 21 people charged in 1998 with violating the Wire Act. Here's what happened to the other 20.»
NETeller Vies for a Piece of the 'Alternative Payment' Market
10 August 2000
It's not as hard as finding a needle in a haystack, but many Net betting site operators are struggling to find the perfect payment solution for their customers. Amid the myriad of choices is a smart card service from NETeller.com, which has already signed at least 20 operators.»
Tools of the Trade - Aug 10, 2000
10 August 2000
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 be help you strengthen your e-business.»
Ohio TAB to Launch Online
9 August 2000
An organization called Ohio Telephone Account Betting Ltd. says it plans to launch an online wagering service called Winticket.com on Aug. 28.»
A New Show in Town
9 August 2000
The Wine Cellar at the Rio in Las Vegas offered a warm, intimate atmosphere that contrasted sharply with the news bomb that rocked the world of gaming shows today. The American Gaming Association, in conjunction with the huge Reed Exhibition Companies, announced that it's going head to head with the World Gaming Congress in 2001.»
The IGN Data Hub - Aug 9, 2000
9 August 2000
In our zealous attempt to provide relief for potential information overload, condensed several industry-related surveys and research findings into a more digestible form for your reading pleasure.»
New York Judge Sentences Cohen
9 August 2000
World Sports Exchange President Jay Cohen, convicted in February of conspiracy and several counts of violating the Wire Wager Act, was finally sentenced today in a Manhattan courtroom.»
WIGC Gets Smacked Again
8 August 2000
World Interactive Gaming Corporation (WIGC), an online casino operator that has battled with New York Attorney General Eliot Spitzer since 1998, has been ordered by a New York judge to pay $1.8 million in restitution to defrauded investors, plus a further $4.5 million in penalties.»
Cyber Ramblings - Aug 8, 2000
8 August 2000
Every week, Interactive Gaming News churns through a roundup of important Internet and technology-related worldwide news. This week's batch covers the security problems for Microsoft and Netscape, a new roundtable for providing industry leadership in key Internet issues and new payment technologies. »
IGC Delivers Views to UK Board
7 August 2000
While all eyes in the interactive gambling industry are on Net betting at crossroads in Australia and the United States, the United Kingdom is quietly making assessments of its own. In an effort to bring Britains gambling laws into the 21st century, the U.K. Gambling Review Body has been taking submissions from concerned groups and individuals regarding a number of gambling issues, including Internet gambling. The Interactive Gaming Council took the opportunity to forward a submission to the GRB for review, which IGN has obtained for your reading pleasure.»
Florida Company Plans Online Gambling Cruises
4 August 2000
Gamblers will soon be able to play real-money computer games over the Internet while cruising in the Atlantic Ocean. SeaEscape Entertainment Inc., which operates a "cruise to nowhere" ship from Port Everglades to Ft. Lauderdale, Florida has announced plans to capitalize on its large customer base by launching an Internet casino.»
A New Threat
4 August 2000
Internet gambling is once again under legislative assault. Leading the charge this time are reps. John Conyers (D-MI) and Chris Cannon (R-UT). Working with the U.S. Department of Justice and at the behest of the Clinton Administration, Representatives Conyers and Cannon have introduced a new Bill that, like its counterpart offered by Sen. Kyl and Rep. Goodlatte, would prohibit the acceptance of wagers over the Internet. However, unlike the Goodlatte bill, which is hamstrung by carve-outs and new burdens on ISPs, the Cannon-Conyers bill is a straight amendment to the Wire Act.»
Accepting Credit Card Payments Online
3 August 2000
If your e-commerce business is to succeed, you will take credit cards. The problem is that the anonymity afforded by the Internet makes the Net a great place to use a stolen credit card. If you want to minimize your risk of being victimized by credit card fraud, you must implement proper procedures.»
Tools of the Trade - Aug 3, 2000
3 August 2000
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 be help you strengthen your e-business.»
Ireland Prepares to Update Gaming Policies
2 August 2000
In an effort to bring Ireland's gaming policies up to speed, John O'Donoghue , the Irish minister for justice, equality and law reform, last year established the Interdepartmental Group, a panel designated to reviewing the country's 1956 Gaming and Lotteries Act. The product of their research is 108-page report published by O'Donoghue in June. Interactive gambling received considerable attention.»
Justice Serves
2 August 2000
While HR 3125, the Internet Gambling Prohibition Act, has been left in limbo following its recent failure to escape the House, the Justice Department has introduced a prohibition bill of its own.»
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