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Youbet Faces Possible Delistment
23 February 2001
Following a year of trouble and turmoil, Youbet.com Inc. still has some distance to go before things start looking rosy again. Last year's legal troubles with California law enforcement officials might have been settled, but new problems arose when the New Jersey Racing Commission recently decided to take action against Internet signal suppliers like Youbet, TrackPower and winticket.com and sent cease and desist letters to the companies. An opinion letter from the state's attorney that companies that accepted Internet wagers from New Jersey bettors were in violation of state law instigated the move.»
Internet Micropayments
22 February 2001
In early 1997, I wrote a column that predicted that micropayments would become the dominant revenue model for information-providing dot-coms like cnn.com. Using my crystal ball, which is now in the shop for an overhaul, I wrote, ``I believe that micropayment-based websites will have more potential for profit sooner than websites that solely rely on advertising.''»
Tools of the Trade - Feb. 22, 2001
22 February 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.»
Argentina Gets a Net Betting Site
22 February 2001
A new type of Internet betting site is being built and when it finally launches this summer, the Argentina National Lottery will offer a unique jackpot lottery/sportsbetting game. The site will target residents of Argentina using software and enabling technology provided by Virtgame.com. Participation by American players will be refused.»
Another Credit Card Nixes Net Betting Transactions
21 February 2001
The decision by one of the largest banks in the world prohibiting its credit card holders from using their cards to pay for online gambling activities has left some Net betting operators baffled.»
Q & A: Betinternet
21 February 2001
Although bookmaker betinternet is located on the tiny Isle of Man, it's taking some big action. The company has grown from a small telephone betting service into a thriving international online bookmaker. Along the way, betinternet has also gone public with a listing on the Alternative Investment Market (AIM), and found the need to create a "brand awareness" among punters.»
The IGN Data Hub – Feb 21, 2001
21 February 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.»
Cyber Ramblings - Feb 20, 2001
20 February 2001
Every week, Interactive Gaming News churns through a roundup of important Internet and technology-related worldwide news. This week news of a hacker getting an invitation for a job interview makes our list as well as the latest roundup of news with the Internet economy among many others. »
Internet, Casinos and Money Laundering
20 February 2001
Money laundering, casinos and the Internet may become unavoidably intertwined in the next decade.»
Scratch and Win Hits the Internet
20 February 2001
It's not scratch and sniff, but soon scratch and win will be coming to the Internet.»
Wanna Gamble? Speak Up!
19 February 2001
WENR Corporation didn’t set out to develop a revolutionary suite of voice command and control casino games. »
I-Gaming Investors Corner (Feb 12-16)
19 February 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 previous week into a nifty little package just for you.»
Desktop Conference: Opportunities in Vanuatu
16 February 2001
As the status of online gambling in Australia remains in limbo--at least until the federal government's 12-month moratorium on Internet gaming expansion ends in May--many of those casino operators left without a place to base their businesses are weighing the pros and cons of setting up shop offshore. For those who choose to go that route, the Island nation of Vanuatu a few thousand miles east of Australia is a viable alternative. The country, which models its online gambling regulatory system somewhat after that of Australia, is currently accepting license applications.

IGN Publisher Sue Schneider had a chance last month to chat with Geoff Sheehan, Vanuatu Interactive Gaming Corp.'s manager for licensing review and auditing, about what the jurisdiction has to offer online gambling businesses. The recording conference, along with handout material, is available for listening exclusively at IGN. It's complementary for subscribers and $20 for guests.

Click here to listen. »

Dr.Ho Goes Live
16 February 2001
A new Internet casino has launched, and it's like none on the Web. Featuring scantily clad dealers and a hefty 70 MB download, DrHo.com is a three-dimensional avatar casino that offers interactive media and virtual reality gaming technology for customers to play games in real-time against live dealers based in Antigua. »
Ladbrokes Backs Away from E-Betting Claims
16 February 2001
One day after saying there's no certain way to prevent U.S. Internet users from betting online, representatives of British Web betting firm Ladbrokes eGaming Ltd. backed away from that statement. »
eSuccess to Offer New Biometric Too
15 February 2001
After searching years for a new biometric technology, Inroad Technologies is hoping that it struck gold with its latest application.»
Boss Media Introduces 'Mystery' Licensee
15 February 2001
Last September, Swedish gaming software firm Boss Media announced that it had signed an Internet casino software deal with an unnamed land-based casino company. This week, the company revealed that its mystery licensee is Sun International Hotels Limited.»
Playboy, Ladbrokes Collaborate
15 February 2001
After months of scattered rumors, Playboy Enterprises has officially entered the game.»
Chartwell Expands Presence in Vegas
15 February 2001
Chartwell Technologies Inc. has taken another step toward becoming a dominant interactive gambling presence in Las Vegas. The Canadian software developing company, a leader in developing software for online casinos, this week announced a partnership with Las Vegas entertainment portal site lasvegas.com. »
Tools of the Trade - Feb. 15, 2001
15 February 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. »
A Match Made in Heaven?
14 February 2001
Is it a coincidence that on Valentine's day two of Australia's online gaming darlings have announced a merger?»
A Closer Look at the William Hill Judgment
14 February 2001
British sports betting firm William Hill, following a recent High Court ruling, has been forced to sign a license agreement with the British Horseracing Board if it wants to continue posting the Board's racing data online. This doesn't mean, however, that the issue has been completely resolved.»
Leach Bill Resurfaces
14 February 2001
While the interactive gaming world awaited news of whether it would be Sen. Jon Kyl, R-Ariz., or Rep. Bob Goodlatte, R-Virg., behind this year's first push for outlawing Internet gambling, Rep. James Leach of Iowa took the spotlight by reintroducing his funding bill.»
The IGN Data Hub - Feb 14, 2001
14 February 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.»
Prohibition 2001
13 February 2001
Efforts to prohibit Internet gambling in the United States have risen again on Capitol Hill. U.S. Rep. James Leach, R-Iowa, yesterday reintroduced the Internet Gambling Funding Prohibition Bill. The congressman cosponsored the same bill last year, although it died in committee. Many industry experts say that, out of all the I-gaming prohibition bills to receive consideration in Congress, the Leach bill presents the biggest threat to online gambling businesses because it seeks to cut of the lifeblood of interactive gambling--the transfer of funds. IGN will deliver the details on the new bill in coming hours.»
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