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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.»
The IGN Data Hub - Aug 2, 2000
2 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.»
fluxx.com Looks to Build a Powerhouse
1 August 2000
German company fluxx.com AG, a publicly reporting company with business activities ranging from e-gambling to e-production and new communications, has found success offering interactive gambling services to residents of hundreds of countries, particularly Germany.»
Cyber Ramblings - Aug 1, 2000
1 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 Napster case, the FTC's views on profiling and the future of WAP.»
Racing Task Force Commences in Ohio
31 July 2000
Members of the newly formed Racing Commissioners International Special Task Force To Investigate Betting Rebates met earlier this month for the first time in Cincinnati, Ohio. Although the 37-member group was originally created to conduct a broad investigation into the extent of offshore betting over the Internet and telephone, members indicated during the meeting that they felt the largest threat facing the racing industry is posed by rebates given to off-track bettors, some of which offer rebates of up to 10 percent.»
I-Gaming Investors Corner (July 24-28)
31 July 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.»
Jamaica Considers Net Betting License Applications
28 July 2000
Jamaica may soon be issuing Internet gambling licenses. The Betting, Gaming and Lotteries Commission has already received at least three applications, although no licenses will be issued until the necessary legislation is in place, said Dennis Chung, one of the commissioners. "Let's put it this way," he added, "we're not turning back applications."»
Nambling Notes - Jul 28, 2000
28 July 2000
In this week's Nambling Notes: AWI settles up with the Commission, Goodlatte is pressed for time, Littlewoods expands to digital television, Virtgame.com, Online gambling helps Malta prosper and more.»
Zaplets Illustrate New Email Possibilities
27 July 2000
In August of 1999, a new software company called FireDrop was created in Redwood Shores, CA upon a new technological wonder known as the Zaplet. A high-tech incubator called "Relativity" developed the concept. Brian Axe, 31, was the member of this group who finally made the necessary moves to capitalize on the idea. Axe became partners with David Roberts, 36, who originally worked for the CIA, at a houseboat party. The two secretly began to set up their own company and patented the Zaplet.»
Original Proceeding on Petition for Writ of Mandamus
27 July 2000
Order issued July 26, 2000.»
Justice is Still Considered Just in Texas... For Now
27 July 2000
In the latest round of the battle between Houston-based MonetizeMedia.com and the Texas Attorney General's office, the Court of Appeals for the First District of Texas yesterday issued a temporary stay of restraining orders against the AG. »
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