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A Glance at 2001
31 December 2000
Following is a rundown of important issues to keep an eye on in the coming year, as well as a few predictions.»
IRS Discovers Tax Gap in E-Commerce Sector
29 December 2000
The newly-reorganized Internet Revenue Service has a new electronic commerce department to manage and coordinate the tax compliance of e-commerce businesses in all of the IRS's operating divisions. One of the early initiatives undertaken by the department was to conduct a study of small Internet businesses. The study disclosed that there are tax compliance problems among this market sector, including some underreporting of income and a lack of proper registration. The companies chosen for the study were randomly picked by a computer from a group of 18,000 websites. The results of the study can be viewed here at Interactive Gaming News.»
Alston Mulls Ban Down Under
29 December 2000
Australia Communication Minister Senator Alston has revealed that if the banning of Interactive gambling in Australia proves unfeasible, then there will be a set of tough regulatory standards enacted for operators. In a leaked letter to a member of the Australian Democrats, however, he admitted that the federal government is "predisposed" to place a ban on interactive gaming.»
Legal Implications of Domain Names
28 December 2000
Before you register that domain name, you need to consider the legal implications of what you're about to do. If you don't, you could find yourself landing in a courtroom.»
Anyone's Guess
27 December 2000
Are traditional casino companies starting to dance on the grave of Internet gambling bans, or is the body still on life support?»
The IGN Data Hub - Dec 27, 2000
27 December 2000
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.»
Intranet Gaming in the Context of the Technical Requirements Imposed by Australasian Gaming Jurisdictions
26 December 2000
Gambling software testing agency BMM International Pty. Ltd. has released a white paper discussing the technical requirements of intranet gaming. The paper, "Intranet Gaming in the Context of the Technical Requirements Imposed by Australasian Gaming Jurisdictions," was written after BMM was approached by several Internet gaming system suppliers regarding the technical requirements of intranet gaming.»
Cyber Ramblings - Dec 26, 2000
26 December 2000
Every week, Interactive Gaming News churns through a roundup of important Internet and technology-related worldwide news. This week: Domain names and Internet content are the center of court battles, a leading site is hacked and a slough of companies announce partnerships and buyouts before the year's end.»
Understanding Customer Needs on B2B Sites
25 December 2000
I like keeping things simple. Very simple. This is because I am often put into the position of explaining to senior executives why Internet technology efforts cost so much. With all of the hype about e-commerce, the Internet still represents only 2.4 percent of online sales in 2000 according the U.S. Commerce Department. Over the long run, it is a cost-effective channel to handle simple customer orders, inquiries and customer service. But building a new channel for doing B2B transactions on the Internet involves understanding how a business customer thinks when looking for information and placing orders.»
I-Gaming Investors Corner (Dec 18 - 22)
25 December 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 previous week into a nifty little package just for you.»
eBet Exits the Virtual Casino Biz
22 December 2000
Unlike most Australian e-casino operators eBet Ltd. didn't have to shut down its online casino to comply with that nation's newly implemented moratorium. Instead, the company decided to sell off its Internet casino subsidiary, eBet Casino, and casino website, www.casinoebet.com, to Cyprus Management Company N.V., operators of VIP Casino.»
A Holiday Feast for Magna
22 December 2000
Frank Stronach's picture of dominating the horseracing market is starting to get clearer with his Magna Entertainment Corp.'s (MEC) acquisition of U.K.-based Ladbroke Racing Group's Pennsylvania account wagering operations, The Meadows harness track, four off-track betting facilities and an interest in the Racing Network.»
Nambling Notes - Dec 22, 2000
22 December 2000
In this, the last edition of Nambling Notes for the year 2000: The moratorium Down Under officially begins today; a Nevada gaming regulator challenges the effort to legalize online gambling in the state; President Clinton comments on new race wagering legislation; President-elect Bush selects an attorney general; Camelot announces big plans for the National Lottery; and more.»
Major US Sports Leagues Band against Yahoo
21 December 2000
Although officials with one of the Internet's leading portals are remaining tightlipped, many of America's professional sports leagues are flexing their muscles. In the last month the NFL, NHL, NBA, MLB and the PGA have asked Yahoo.com to pull gambling-related advertisements from sections of its site.»
Web Hosting Agreements
21 December 2000
Once you've built your company's website, you have to deal with hosting it. You could have your in-house IT folks handle it, but many companies will choose to outsource hosting.»
Tools of the Trade - Dec 21, 2000
21 December 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 help you strengthen your e-business. »
Motorola Introduces Multi-Player Games for Handheld Devices
20 December 2000
Steps are being taken which may someday bring interactive casino games to the keypads of cell phones and other handheld devices. Last week Motorola announced a partnership with a start-up software company, UIEvolution, which will bring simple turn games like checkers and chess to Motorola's next generation of phones.»
A Bad Week for the Prohibition Camp
20 December 2000
Support for Internet gambling prohibition in the U.S. is waning as the year 2000 winds to a close. During the past few days two blows have been dealt to the anti-Net betting cause.»
What's Next for Camelot?
20 December 2000
While you can't quite call it the dawning of a new age, current and future U.K. National Lottery operator Camelot has indicated that change is in store for the world's most famous lottery. Among ideas being thrown around is selling tickets via new media outlets by 2002, a spokesperson for Camelot has confirmed.»
The IGN Data Hub - Dec 20, 2000
20 December 2000
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.»
Virtual Casinos Bound for Isle of Man
19 December 2000
Internet gambling regulation took a step forward today with the announcement that the Isle of Man government is well on its way toward regulating e-gambling. The Online Gambling Regulation Bill was approved by the Manx Council of Ministers last Thursday, and is headed to the House of Keys. The legislation is slated for fast track approval, and is likely to receive royal ascent by March, according to Julian Lalor-Smith, the administrator for the Manx Department of Affairs.»
Camelot Gets the Nod
19 December 2000
The National Lottery Commission has chosen Camelot to operate the U.K. National Lottery for the next seven years. After finally making a decision months past the original deadline, the commissioners will probably be forced to defend their choice before a judge.»
Cyber Ramblings - Dec 19, 2000
19 December 2000
Every week, Interactive Gaming News churns through a roundup of important Internet and technology-related worldwide news. Tops on our list this week is news that the NCAA has failed to win control of 12 Internet domains that appear to offer gambling information on college sports. Also this week we take a look at new policy regarding cross-jurisdictional litigation among European Union countries, the results of the first ever libel suit brought through the Internet, cyber-crime initiatives and much more.»
US Prohibition Effort Fails Again in 2000
18 December 2000
All efforts to federally ban online gaming in the United States, for now, are dead. The 106th Congress adjourned Friday without any of the bills that would have targeted the industry being passed.»
I-Gaming Investors Corner (Dec 11 - 15)
18 December 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 previous week into a nifty little package just for you.»
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