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USA in breach of WTO rules in online gambling case

26 Mar 2009

Dow Jones business news service reports that the 27 nation European Union trade bloc has announced the completion of its 12 month investigation into US anti-online gambling practices, reaching the conclusion that the US government is in breach of international trade rules.

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Czech land betting under pressure from online gambling

26 Mar 2009

Land betting shops in the Czech Republic are taking strain following the government’s decision earlier this year to regulate and licence online gambling, reports the Prague Post.

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Macedonian football club on the carpet for match fixing

26 Mar 2009

Collaboration with betting companies that highlighted suspicious betting patterns has enabled UEFA to single out and take action against the Macedonian football club FK Pobeda on allegations of match fixing.

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This is no time for tax increases, say betting bosses

26 Mar 2009

Top British gambling industry executives have warned the British government that tax increases and tighter regulation on fixed odds betting terminals could have a detrimental effect on the industry that could be manifested in closed shops and lost jobs, reports The Telegraph newspaper this week.

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Bodog expands into Asia

26 Mar 2009

The Bodog Internet gambling group has enhanced its Asian expansion ambitions by teaming up with Asian online gaming operator Haydock Sports Limited, owners of the high increasingly high profile 9play brand.

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French tennis exec appointed to head online regulatory body

26 Mar 2009

A statement on the French government website, widely reported in the French media yesterday, delivers further information on French moves to open up that country’s gambling markets.

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GTECH inks 7 year deal for US online lottery

26 Mar 2009

Lottomatica S.p.A.’s wholly-owned subsidiary, GTECH Corporation, has announced that it has been chosen as the preferred bidder to negotiate a seven-year integrated services contract with the New York Lottery to provide new online lottery solutions and services.

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Tombola Bingo ads banned

26 Mar 2009

Online gambling marketers should again take note of the UK Advertising Standards Association’s sensitivity to ads that might appeal to the underaged following its latest bans.

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New boss for IGT

26 Mar 2009

International Game Technology, the parent company of Wagerworks and Million-2-1, has announced a change in its executive structure that will see T.J. Matthews hand the CEO and presidential reins over to Patti S. Hart, although he will continue to be associated with the company in the role of chairman of the board.

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US government lawyers seek to downplay UIGEA lottery problems

26 Mar 2009

It appears from the latest development in the case that iMEGA is pursuing against the US government and its Unlawful Internet Gambling Enforcement Act that the Department of Justice is reluctant to expose the practical shortcomings of the Act.

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Gambling Affiliate Programs back in the spotlight

25 Mar 2009

Having made an introductory statement earlier this month in the wake of the Casino Affiliate Programs / Affiliate Media Inc debacle, the new affiliate organisation Gambling Affiliate Programs has reappeared with a new statement announcing its first general meeting.

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EGBA sounds a cautionary note on French gambling liberalisation

25 Mar 2009

Concerns on the possible creation of a French internal online gambling market enforced through financial and ISP blocks

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Online backgammon next for Jadestone licensees

25 Mar 2009

Jadestone Networks, the Swedish company which owns and operates multiplayer gaming networks GamArena and DiceArena, has announced that the launch of its latest offering – online backgammon – is imminent.

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Florida college study numbers

25 Mar 2009

Following our earlier report on a new anti-problem gambling initiative launched at state colleges by the Florida Council on Compulsive Gambling, we now have more detail on the survey carried out by the University of South Florida.

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Webis trading update shows increased turnover

25 Mar 2009

Internet gambling firm Webis Holdings plc, which owns Betinternet.com and European Wagering Services, has issued a trading update for Q3 of its current financial year ending May 31 2009.

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Marvel and Playtech licensing deal

25 Mar 2009

London-listed online gambling software provider Playtech plc has signed another major movie and comic heroes deal, this time with Marvel Characters N.V. The agreement covers use of a selection of hit box-office block-busters, including “Iron Man” and “The Fantastic Four”, as well as their sequels, in addition to “The Incredible Hulk”, and the “Blade” and …

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Getting the 411 on Spanish bingo

25 Mar 2009

To be successful in the Spanish market, online bingo sites must understand the intricacies of the local market and provide services tailored to the needs of native players, says Juan DePedro, Manager for Spanish online bingo portal QueBingo.com and a scheduled speaker at the fourth annual Online Bingo Summit.

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South Carolina senate panel hearings

25 Mar 2009

A senate panel in South Carolina heard submissions regarding the state’s antiquated laws against card games this week as state legislators prepare to debate an 1802 law that makes dice or card games of chance illegal.

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Gibraltar gaming sector sheds jobs

25 Mar 2009

Gibraltar, home to many of the online gambling industry’s major companies, is experiencing a tightening employment market with 100 jobs lost to date, reports the Gibraltar Panorama this week.

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Million-2-1 and Riva announce mobile and online gaming partnership

25 Mar 2009

IGT’s games software subsidiary, Million-2-1 is to provide online casino and slot content to Riva Gaming, one of the UK’s leading bingo operators, through its online and mobile platforms.

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Giant free gaming site acquired by CMedia

25 Mar 2009

The Spanish group CMedia finalised a major acquisition deal this week that sees it taking over the giant free gaming site MediaGambling, and access to that enterprise’s more than 500 000 Spanish speaking players across Spain, France, Italy, Germany and Latin America.

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EC conclusions on US action against online gambling due soon

25 Mar 2009

The Obama Administration’s new US Trade Representative at the World Trade Organisation, Ron Kirk will be under some pressure this week as the European Commission releases its report following an investigation into the discriminatory practices of US law enforcement in prosecuting European companies and individuals for alleged online gambling offences.

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Problem gambling plan for Florida undergrads

25 Mar 2009

In a move to reduce the possibility of students developing problem gambling tendencies, the Florida Council on Compulsive Gambling is assisting regional colleges to identify college problem gamblers and obtain assistance for them as soon as practicable.

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Sportech reveals 39 percent rise in annual profits

24 Mar 2009

Football pools firm Sportech, which owns the New Football Pools comprising the famous Littlewoods and Vernons pools companies, reported this week that it is turning around 15 years of declining interest by unveiling a remarkable 39 percent rise in annual profits.

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