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Kyl's Effect on Indian Gaming Explored at Hearing
9 June 1999
The Senate Indian Affairs Committee held a hearing today to determine the effect of the Internet Gambling Prohibition Act on Indian gaming operations.»
GalaxiWorld Brings 'Real Money' Games to Web TV Users
9 June 1999
GalaxiWorld Limited, which announced last month its development of software that can bring Java-based casino games to Microsoft WebTV(R) users, has debuted live wagering through the new technology at GalaxiWorld, its real-money online casino.»
New Y2K Law in Florida
8 June 1999
The legal landscape for the Year 2000 computer problem is about to change in Florida. On April 30, the Florida House and Senate passed the "Commerce Protection Act." On May 21, the legislature presented the bill to the Governor for signature. He's expected to sign it. By the time you read this column, it may be law.»
Australia to Probe Net Gambling on a Federal Leve
8 June 1999
While the National Gambling Impact Study Committee prepares to recommend blowing Internet gaming to smithereens in the U.S., a select Senate committee in Australia, where the legislative approach toward technology and gambling falls within the realm of sanity, has resolved to conduct an inquiry into the industry.»
Another Credit Card Suit Emerges
8 June 1999
It appears that yet another lawsuit has been filed on behalf of players who lost money on online gaming sites. IGN is checking out the specifics but, according to our sources, an attorney has filed a class action suit against MasterCard and VISA on behalf of players who owe the credit card companies money that they subsequently lost gambling online.»
Another Passenger Boards the Bingo Train
7 June 1999
Softnet Industries announced today that an agreement in principle has been reached in which it will acquire all of the assets of Metrobingo for $2.5 million. The purchase includes proprietary software, graphics, 20 bingo domain names and the employment of all key personnel.»
Omicron Technologies, Inc. Purchases Starnet Package
7 June 1999
Another publicly held company shuffled onto the Internet wagering stage today. Miami, Florida-based Omicron Technologies, Inc. announced that it has completed an agreement to purchase an Internet casino access license through Global Interactive Ltd., a licensee of Starnet Communications.»
Further Progress in Australia
6 June 1999
It looks like Wrest Point Casino in Tasmania is poised to become the second land-based Australian casino to bring its casino gambling to the Internet. Trans-Global Interactive (TGL), previously a mining company called Trans-Global Resources N.L., will make it happen.»
Queensland Awards First Online Gaming License to GOGORP
4 June 1999
GOCORP, an Australian Internet technology company, announced today that it has received the first online gaming license to be awarded by the government of Queensland. The license was granted in accordance with the with the passing of the Interactive Gambling (Player Protection) Act 1998, which establishes a legal framework and licensing procedure for Internet wagering in Queensland, Australia.»
Starnet Launches Chinese Site
4 June 1999
Starnet took a significant stride in the race for dominance in the Asian market this week by debuting "Joyluck Casino," a live wagering site entirely translated into Chinese. The cyber casino is operated by the company's Antigua-based subsidiary, World Gaming Services Inc.»
Where does the AGA Stand?
4 June 1999
The American Gaming Association (AGA) has had some interesting things to say about Internet gambling. Although it supports prohibition in the U.S., comments by its president, Frank Fahrenkopf, during a recent trip to Australia have raised some eyebrows. (See "Say That Again, Frank?".) An article in the AGA's May newsletter reiterates the fact that the association isn't quite on the same page with Arizona Senator Jon Kyl.»
Public Company Acquires Operator of Casino Grande
3 June 1999
Essex Resource Corporation, a publicly held mineral exploration company listed on the Toronto Stock Exchange, has acquired a 100 percent interest in Universal Internet Marketing Ltd. (UMI), the owner of Casino Grande.com. The interest will be acquired through Essex's wholly-owned Barbados subsidiary.»
What Would Hubert Think?
3 June 1999
In the past, folks in the interactive gaming industry thought of Minnesota and Attorney General Hubert Humphrey III (or HHH 3.0, as Mr. Nambling named him) and his aggressive stance against Internet gaming.

But, now those Minnesotans have again begun to exhibit their more characteristic open-mindedness. That open-minded tone has been set by Governor Jesse Ventura (who coincidentally surprised everyone by beating HHH 3.0 for the governorship) Now, the Legislature is expressing their own independence by exploring options as it relates to Internet gaming.»

Nevada Senators Downplay NGISC
2 June 1999
As the gaming industry in the U.S. awaits the final report from the National Gambling Impact Study Commission (NGISC) with apprehensions with an all-around crack down on gambling, the two senators perhaps most concerned with the Commission, Harry Reid and Richard Bryan of Nevada, are openly questioning its potential effectiveness. Both have had some very interesting things to say.»
Australia Addresses Future of E-Commerce
2 June 1999
The Australian Federal Government published a paper Monday listing its objectives for e-commerce along with proposed plans for ensuring effective consumer protection. The exposure draft of "A Policy Framework for Consumer Protection in Electronic Commerce," outlines scam prevention, privacy, global compliance and several other initiatives.»
The Name Game
1 June 1999
What's in a name? In the online gambling industry, just about everything. Credibility is scarce in the eyes of the consumer, so if you can establish positive name recognition, you're a giant step ahead of the pack. Inland Entertainment and Starnet Communications understand this, which is why both companies have engaged in the battle of the celebrity Internet casinos.»
Racal Introduces Highly Secure E-Commerce Solution
31 May 1999
Racal Security and Payments has introduced a new e-commerce solution, WebSentryTM, designed to offer system integrators an inexpensive way to provide the cryptographic functionality necessary to support the SETTM (Secure Electronic Transaction) standard for both merchant and acquirer bank (payment gateway) applications.»
More TV News Coverage for Internet Gaming
29 May 1999
CKCO, a television station in Kitchen, Ontario (about 60 miles west of Toronto) will air a three-part series on Internet gambling this week. »
American Wagering Teams with Inland
29 May 1999
American Wagering and Inland, two U.S. companies with interests in both traditional and interactive wagering, have whipped up a little marketing agreement in which Inland's subsidiary, Worldwide Media Holdings, will provide Internet marketing for Megasports, American Wagering's Australian sports betting service.»
A Profile of Global Netertainment
28 May 1999
Look for a new company called Global Netertainment to make a splash in the interactive gaming industry in coming months. Led by a couple of executives with several years experience in technology and marketing, the company has the rights to Internet software developed by a high-profile Canadian company and is already negotiating with a major online sports betting operation.»
Testimony of Mike Harris
28 May 1999
Michigan Family Forum Executive Director Mike Harris testifies before the Michigan State House Committee on Gaming and Casino Oversight regarding legislation to prohibit Internet gambling in that state.»
More from Michigan
28 May 1999
Now that we've got this Internet gambling prohibition legislation in Michigan out in the open, we can start having a look at what the bill's supporters have to say. First up to the plate was Michigan Family Forum Executive Director Mike Harris, who testified this week before the Michigan House Committee on Gaming and Casino Oversight.»
Germany to Stomp Net Gambling?
28 May 1999
According to an InternetNews.com report, Germany's Federal Ministry of the Interior, the Federal Office of IT Security, and the Federal Criminal Police Office will develop an Internet search engine designed to help law enforcement officials monitor online crime. Gambling has been listed among criminal activity to be focused.»
DoubleClick to Ride E-Commerce Wave
28 May 1999
DoubleClick, a giant in the banner advertising market, will soon unveil a strategy to establish itself in the e-commerce industry. The shopping and services program will offer e-commerce advertisers a targeted way to reach consumers through syndicated programs across the DoubleClick Network.»
Knock, Knock
27 May 1999
Wednesday, May 12 started out a typical day at the Sunnyvale, California offices of Handa Lopez, an online gaming software supplier which has been in operation since 1995. Their claim to fame has been offering casino games on a "contest model" with the ability to gain online gaming currency through mail-in offers. Their premier site that they started and spun off was Casino Royale (funscape.com). But, before long, they were visited by 30 stenciled-jacketed law enforcement agents with guns drawn and battering rams in hand.»
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