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Will the Vatican Get in on the Action?
1 April 2000
In what can strongly be considered the most globally significant interactive gaming development to date, the Vatican is expected to announce this week plans for becoming the newest online gambling jurisdiction. An unnamed source told IGN that the sovereign jurisdiction will soon be playing host to a closed-loop bingo game reaching players located at more than 1,000 networked churches across the world. »
Internet Gaming 101
31 March 2000
Are Las Vegas casinos Internet bound? If so, the Nevada Gaming Commission's Internet Gaming Informational Seminar on April 13, dubbed by some as "Internet Gaming 101," could signify the first step in the education process. »
A Desktop Conference with Frank Catania
31 March 2000
How should Internet gambling be regulated? Should we model them after land-based gambling regulations? What new challenges does regulating gaming websites present and how to we take on these challenges? Interactive Gaming News Publisher Sue Schneider and gaming consultant Frank Catania, a former assistant attorney general and director of the New Jersey Division of Gaming Enforcement, address these questions and additional global regulatory issues in the latest of IGN's series of RealAudio Desktop Conferences.
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    • Nambling Notes - Mar 31, 2000
    31 March 2000
    In this week's Nambling Notes: The PSGSC releases its final report, the Goodlatte bill is slated for markup... again, the Nevada Gaming Control Board takes a kinder, gentler approach toward keeping the land-based operators in check, another software provider goes public, Boss Media shakes up its executive lineup and more.»
    Interactive Race Wagering in North America - Starnet
    30 March 2000
    With capable technology and a workable regulatory scheme within reach, the North American interactive horseracing market is one of the most exciting sectors of the online gaming industry. Four companies--Youbet.com, TrackPower, Television Games Network and the Racing Network--are vying for dominance, and a few more heavyweights are also looking to get in on the action. To get you up to speed on how far the market has come, IGN is publishing a four-part series that profiles each of the four major players. The fifth installment features Starnet Communications International.»
    Tools of the Trade - Mar. 30, 2000
    30 March 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 e-business solutions that could be useful to you. »
    The Great NCAA Wagering Debate Continues
    30 March 2000
    The great debate over the proposed banning of wagering on NCAA sporting events rages on in Congress. Frank J. Fahrenkopf, Jr. took the stand yesterday, assuring the Senate that "Nevada will survive" either way. Meanwhile, the Council on Compulsive Gambling of New Jersey Inc. says the NCAA's anti-gambling campaign is tainted.»
    The IGN Data Hub - Mar 29, 2000
    29 March 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.»
    Takin' It to the Streets
    29 March 2000
    Antigua-based cyber casino Omni Casino has launched a real-world advertising campaign in Las Vegas, by pasting its logo on a fleet of brightly painted passenger buses. They'll sport the slogan, "Omni Casino - Online For Real: Win a Jackpot from Home" while traversing some of the city's most popular bus routes.»
    Interactive Race Wagering in North America - Television Games Network
    28 March 2000
    With capable technology and a workable regulatory scheme within reach, the North American interactive horseracing market is one of the most exciting sectors of the online gaming industry. Four companies--Youbet.com, TrackPower, Television Games Network and the Racing Network--are vying for dominance, and a few more heavyweights are also looking to get in on the action. To get you up to speed on how far the market has come, IGN is publishing a four-part series that profiles each of the four major players. The fourth installment features Television Games Network.»
    Worldnet Casinos Comes under Fire
    28 March 2000
    A New Jersey resident is suing Worldnet Casinos, operators of Casinopirata.com, for failing to pay him his winnings. The player, James Lutz, says he opened a wagering account at Casinopirata.com and eventually won a $50,000 jackpot. He says he contacted the managers and operators of the cyber casino by telephone and email and was repeatedly put off.»
    Michigan Anti-Net Betting Ads Are off the Mark
    27 March 2000
    The Michigan Department of Community Health recently launched a $2 million public service ad campaign aimed at warning Michigan residents about the dangers of problem gambling. The focus of the TV commercials, not surprisingly, is Internet gambling, but the results of a study conducted by researchers at Western Michigan University indicate that the Department could have spent its money much more wisely.»
    Trouble in Paradise
    26 March 2000
    The Antigua Directorate of Offshore Gaming Thursday held its second policy related meeting of the week with online gaming and sportsbook licensees. According to a few attendees, numerous disgusted operators walked out, while only a handful stayed to hear the whole agenda.»
    Christian Coalition Letter to Henry Hyde
    26 March 2000
    Dear Chairman Hyde:
    On, behalf of the 1.9 million members Of Christian Coalition, I applaud your commitment to grant a hearing for H.R. 3125, the Internet Gambling Prohibition Act. However, a closer reading of this bill warrants your attention when it comes before your full Committee for consideration.    »
    Prohibition Effort Faces Continued Adversity
    26 March 2000
    The Internet Gambling Prohibition Act, reportedly bound for mark-up in the House Tuesday, will have to endure a few sizeable bumps in the road before cruising to the White House. One of the act's recently acquired opponents, Christian Coalition, voiced its disapproval in a letter delivered to the Committee on the Judiciary Chairman Henry Hyde on Thursday. As of Friday, the Coalition gained a few unlikely allies in the National Association of Convenience Stores, the Service Station Dealers Association and the National Licensed Beverage Association, all of which oppose the lottery carve-out, none of which are too interested in seeing lottery ticket sales plunge at gas stations and convenient stores.»
    Internet Gambling - The Risk of Fraud and how to Deal with It
    24 March 2000
    A craze is sweeping the world for investment in dot.coms. People are recognising the vast potential that the Internet offers for business. The betting gaming and lottery industries are no different. Indeed, it is expected that Richard Branson and Bill Gates are to team up together to bid to run the UK's National Lottery with the prospect of utilising the Internet in the process. However, the Internet has also heralded a bonanza for fraudsters and both gamblers and reputable organisations looking to promote their services through the Internet should be wary.»
    Interactive Race Wagering in North America - TrackPower
    24 March 2000
    With capable technology and a workable regulatory scheme within reach, the North American interactive horseracing market is one of the most exciting sectors of the online gaming industry. Four companies--Youbet.com, TrackPower, Television Games Network and the Racing Network--are vying for dominance, and a few more heavyweights are also looking to get in on the action. To get you up to speed on how far the market has come, IGN is publishing a four-part series that profiles each of the four major players. The third installment features The Racing Network.»
    Nambling Notes - Mar. 24, 2000
    24 March 2000
    In this week's Nambling Notes: Net betting tops online advertising reports released by Media Metrix and Nielsen//Netratings; five online gambling bills fill next week's dockets; Norway gets in on the action; and the purchaser of Starnet's adult entertainment division comes out.»
    eLottery Helps Lotteries Generate Web Revenue
    23 March 2000
    U.S. lotteries maintain a huge presence on the Web, but none of them sell tickets online. Since lotteries depend solely on ticket sales to generate revenue, the huge presence isn't earning anyone a dime. Official lottery websites receive millions of hits each month, but none of those clicks are generating any ad revenue. The situation may change when lotteries use eLottery's IMARCS marketing program. (IMARCS is the an acronym for Internet marketing, analysis, research and communications system.)»
    E-Signatures: Is There a Future?
    23 March 2000
    Remember the good old days when a simple handshake was enough to close a deal? It was replaced by the need to have a lawyer verify every line on the page before you carefully put pen to paper and signed your name. Alas, the winds of time are shifting past that old-fashioned pen and replacing your signature on the dotted line with some sort of electronic or digital signature.»
    Valuation and Venture Capita
    23 March 2000
    So, you need some money to get your tech startup moving. You are now a part of a large club of startups in the same boat. All of you face the same early question. How much of my company should I give up to get the money? »
    Tools of the Trade - Mar.23, 2000
    23 March 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 e-business solutions that could be useful to you.»
    Today in the House
    22 March 2000
    The Internet Gambling Prohibition Act, the Goodlatte bill, took a back seat today in the House Judiciary Committee to an abortion measure and another piece of proposed legislation on the docket ahead of the Internet matter. Meanwhile, a panel appointed by Congress to consider whether and how to tax the Internet broke up after what the Washington Post described as "an acrimonious two-day session" without reaching any substantive agreement on any of the major points it discussed.»
    Interactive Race Wagering in North America - The Racing Network
    22 March 2000
    With capable technology and a workable regulatory scheme within reach, the North American interactive horseracing market is one of the most exciting sectors of the online gaming industry. Four companies--Youbet.com, TrackPower, Television Games Network and the Racing Network--are vying for dominance, and a few more heavyweights are also looking to get in on the action. To get you up to speed on how far the market has come, IGN is publishing a four-part series that profiles each of the four major players. The second installment features The Racing Network. »
    The IGN Data Hub - Mar 22, 2000
    22 March 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.»
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