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Another Simulcasting Deal for Starnet
26 October 1998
Only days after announcing a simulcasting agreement with Flamboro Downs, Starnet Communications International Inc. (NASD OTC-BB: SNMM) has reached a similar arrangement with Capitol Racing L.L.C. The agreement calls for Starnet to provide live Internet harness racing coverage from Cal Expo Racetrack.»
Alliance Gaming to Demonstrate New Gaming System at New Orleans On-Line Gaming Conference
23 October 1998
Interactive Gaming News recently got a preview of the new technology developed by Bally Gaming to offer closed loop, subscriber-based wagering via computer. It was developed in compliance with Nevada's new regulations about internet gaming.»
Nevada Gaming Commission Discussion on Internet Gambling Rules
23 October 1998
The Nevada Gaming Commission heard testimony in August about regulations which flesh out a piece of legislation, passed in '97, concerning the extension of phone wagering to the computer. Much discussion ensued about the Internet as "communications medium" versus "a medium of communication." If you're looking for the finer points of policy-making in the United States leading gambling jurisdiction, this will shed a little light on the matter.»
Whoops...
23 October 1998
The New York Post reports that New York Attorney General Dennis Vacco is under scrutiny for taking campaign contributions from an Internet gaming company.»
Net Gambling Bust in Taiwan
22 October 1998
Police broke up an online gambling operation in Taoyuan, Taiwan last week and arrested its manager, according to a story printed in The China Post.»
New Online Game Attracts Players from 65 Countries
22 October 1998
An Internet software company located in San Diego, California, is the latest success story in the online gaming industry.»
What Will They Think of Next?
21 October 1998
It's really interesting to see what sort of ancillary services emerge in a new industry. There's one which came to the attention of IGN recently which illustrates the lengths to which some consumers may go to participate in an activity considered by some to be "gray."»
Starnet and Flamboro Downs Enter Into Internet Horseracing Simulcast Agreement
20 October 1998
Starnet Communications International Inc. (OTC BB: SNMM) has entered into a Simulcast Agreement with Flamboro Downs to provide live harness racing coverage via the Internet.»
Action in New York Highlights Marketing Risks for Online Casinos
20 October 1998
New York Attorney General, Dennis Vacco, has an active internet/computer investigative unit which is designed to "look for fraud, flim flams and pyramid schemes," said NY AG spokesman David Corvette. But, they also seem to be on a mission to go after internet gambling operations which have some link to the Empire State.»
Kyl Bill Pronounced Dead for the Year
20 October 1998
With the House of Representatives adjourned, soon to be followed by the Senate, it appears that the Internet Gambling Prohibition Act is dead for this session of Congress. Will it be back next year? You bet! »
International Beverage Corp. Merges with Global Entertainment
19 October 1998
International Beverage Corporation, (formerly NASDAQ OTC BB: "IBVC"), has completed a merger with Global Entertainment Holdings/Equities, Inc. of Omaha, Nebraska, pursuant to the Merger Agreement entered into on August 27, 1998.»
American Wagering Found Suitable for ACT Internet Gaming License
18 October 1998
American Wagering, Inc. (Nasdaq: BETM) announced October 16 that the Bookmakers Licensing Committee of ACT (the jurisdiction where the seat of the Australian government is located) has found the directors of the company's Australian Mega$ports suitable under the requirements of the Bookmakers Act 1985.»
Players Network Announces Station Casinos Contract
17 October 1998
Players Network (OTC BB: PNTV) has signed a long term contract to provide their digital 24 hour gaming and entertainment network at Sunset Station Hotel and Casino in Henderson, Nevada.»
VGTI Releases New Online Casino Software
16 October 1998
Virtual Gaming Technologies Inc. (OTC BB:VGTI) has released Version 3.1 of its Constellation Casino software.»
Details from the Ongoing Jay Cohen Case
16 October 1998
Jay Cohen of World Sports Exchange was charged by the U.S. government with violating 18 U.S.C. 1084(b), which prohibits interstate usage of wire communication for wagering. IGN has received a copy of the pre-trial motion filed on his behalf.»
Starnet Releases New Internet Gaming Software
15 October 1998
Starnet Communications International Inc. (NASD OTC-BB: "SNMM") announced October 13 the release of its "Version 2.1" Internet gaming software.»
WinStreak Unveils New Website and Software Release
13 October 1998
WinStreak Ltd. announced October 8 its Casinos of the World gaming website (http://www.casinosoftheworld.com) has completed a major structural redesign and has introduced upgraded software with new casino games and features.»
Cybercasinos To Go Online Down Under Soon
13 October 1998
The first Australian state government licensed online casinos will be up and operating within the next six months. »
Grand Virtual, Inc. Introduces Newest Software Version in Ten Languages
7 October 1998
Grand Virtual, Inc. announced last week the release of its newest casino software version in ten languages and with 3-D graphics, 36-degree movement, a wide variety of games, conventionally embedded and secure payment systems and a full range of multimedia effects.»
Who's on First?
6 October 1998
The status of 28 online casinos operated by 14 unnamed companies, for now, remains unclear. All of them are currently not taking bets and are said to be undergoing software upgrades.»
A Defeat for Online Gambling in Missouri?
6 October 1998
The lawsuit between the state of Missouri and Interactive Gaming Communications (IGC) finally ended a few weeks ago with a guilty plea by Michael Simone, the company's operator. Missouri Attorney General Jay Nixon is pumping his fist to the taste of victory, but how sweet is it?»
Cybergames Acquires Five Interactive Casino Operations
5 October 1998
Cybergames Inc. (OTC BB: CYGA) announced October 5 that it has acquired all of the assets, title rights and interests that Atlantic International Ltd. (OTC BB: AIEE) and independent operators had in five virtual casino operations for $3,147,000 U.S. and Cybergames Inc. common stock.»
Sports International Closes Again
5 October 1998
Sports International, an online sportsbook with a history of problems, has closed again, only a month after it's highly anticipated reopening.»
CryptoLogic Commences TSE Trading
4 October 1998
CryptoLogic Inc. (CANADIAN DEALING NETWORK: CRYP.) switched to trading on the Toronto Stock Exchange at the opening of business on September 30.»
Cybergames to Initiate End of Century Charity Games
2 October 1998
Cybergames, Inc. (CYGA NASDAQ/BB) announced this week that it will launch an international fund raising program, projected to raise in excess of $125 million for various charities located in the Americas, through several internet games culminating in a Powerball Bingo Jackpot drawing on December 31,1999.»
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