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iMEGA Delays Kentucky Seizure
Thu, 20th November
Court of Appeals grants motion filed by American non-profit lobby group in forfeiture hearing on 141 online domain names.
Source: IGaming Business
Fahrenkopf Optimistic On Internet Gambling
Thu, 20th November
The need for new sources of tax revenues as the economy worsens could see the US Federal Government legalise online gambling.
Source: IGaming Business
Player Suing Online Poker Site
Thu, 20th November
Cycalona ‘Clonie’ Gowen is taking FullTiltPoker.com to court in Nevada seeking $40 million in damages.
Source: IGaming Business
Lottomatica Revenues Hit $1.77 Billion
Wed, 19th November
Despite global economic downturn, Italian lottery and gaming specialist reports 83 percent rise in net incomes for previous nine months.
Source: IGaming Business
Aussie Bookies Join to Mitigate Racing Contribution Concerns
Wed, 19th November
The Age, an Australian paper, reported this week that a number of major corporate bookmakers are working jointly to produce figures that show they will contribute around $15 million Australian dollars to the racing industry in the 2008 fiscal year. The
Source: Gamingindustrymedia
Hong Kong Man Sentenced for Online Gambling Business
Wed, 19th November
A Hong Kong man, convicted of running a number of gambling Web sites, on Wednesday was sentenced to eight years in prison and fined 20 million yuan, or US $2.9 million, in southwest China's Yunnan Province, reports China's Xinhua News Agency. The case
Source: Gamingindustrymedia
Paddy Power ‘On Track’ To Meet Targets
Tue, 18th November
Dublin-based bookmaker releases trading update showing highly successful online sportsbook performance.
Source: IGaming Business
Betfair Signs Sponsorship Agreement
Tue, 18th November
Sandown Racecourse to be renamed Betfair Park after the signing of three-year agreement with Melbourne Racing Club.
Source: IGaming Business
Gala Coral Streamlining Ahead Of Downturn
Tue, 18th November
Up to 200 jobs could be affected as one of Europe’s largest operators reduces the number of its divisions from five to three.
Source: IGaming Business
NETELLER Changes Name
Tue, 18th November
Isle of Man-based online payment provider will now be known as Neovia Financial following confirmation from Companies Registry.
Source: IGaming Business
UK Broadcaster to Show Live Racing Odds
Tue, 18th November
London's Channel 4 is set to launch a 60-second live ad updating viewers with the most recent odds before the start of major horse races. The broadcaster is currently in negotiations with gambling firms and online betting operators to determine who will p
Source: Gamingindustrymedia
Slots Market Still Tough in Conn
Tue, 18th November
Two tribal casinos in Connecticut reported an October decline in slot-machine income -- losses less precipitous, however, than September's double-digit dip. Foxwoods Resort Casino and MGM Grand at Foxwoods revealed net slots win of $57.1 million for th
Source: Gamingindustrymedia
Profits Up Ten Percent At Ladbrokes
Mon, 17th November
British gaming firm reveals its unaudited interim results for the past four months showing a twelve percent rise in group gross win.
Source: IGaming Business
CryptoLogic Reports Losses
Mon, 17th November
Revenues for Dublin-based online casino software developer drop 16.4 percent from previous quarter to slightly over $14 million.
Source: IGaming Business
Tasmania Reforming Horse Racing
Mon, 17th November
Australian island state proposes creating two new bodies allowing sector ‘to take control of its own destiny’.
Source: IGaming Business
Codere Core Shareholders Initiate Sale of 71% Stake
Mon, 17th November
The Franco family, former co-owners of Groupo Codere S.A., have initiated sale of a majority shareholding in the Spanish company. The sale comes after the company's core shareholders, the Martinez Sampedro family, failed to negotiate debt repayment ter
Source: Gamingindustrymedia
UIGEA Rules Finalised
Fri, 14th November
Despite having only 68 days left in office, the Bush Administration pushes through implementation rules on UIGEA.
Source: IGaming Business
Ladbrokes Set To Challenge Norwegian Ruling
Fri, 14th November
British gaming firm announces intention to appeal against verdict from the Oslo City Court that denied it a betting license.
Source: IGaming Business
Davydenko Exonerated By Tennis Probe
Fri, 14th November
Russian professional player calls investigation a ‘big mistake’ and reveals he is still fighting to clear his name.
Source: IGaming Business
Bet-at-Home Signs With Evolution Gaming
Fri, 14th November
Evolution Gaming, a live-dealer casino game provider, has signed a deal with Bet-at-home, a German operator. The company said the deal with Bet-at-home was its 13th deal in 2008.
Source: Gamingindustrymedia
Betfair and MRC Enter Three Year Sponsorship Deal
Fri, 14th November
Betfair, the betting exchange, inked a sponsorship deal with the Melbourne Racing Club to have the Sandown Park Racourse rebranded as Betfair Park. Along with the name change, Betfair gained on-course presence via signage and race sponsorship involveme
Source: Gamingindustrymedia
West Ham Close To Sponsorship Deal
Thu, 13th November
Philippines-licensed SBOBet.com set to sign 18-month sponsorship agreement with Premiership soccer team worth$2.96 million.
Source: IGaming Business
Arrests Made In New York For Illegal Betting
Thu, 13th November
Ten men thought to be involved in a sports betting ring were arrested in New York, reports the Associated Press. Investigators estimate the gambling operation brought in $30 million during the past five years.
Source: Gamingindustrymedia
White House Finalising UIGEA
Wed, 12th November
Despite pledging otherwise, the Bush Administration is set to implement regulations at the final hour instituting online gambling ban.
Source: IGaming Business
Cantor Gaming Buys LVSC
Wed, 12th November
Las Vegas-based odds-making firm is purchased by affiliate of Cantor Fitzgerald global financial services company.
Source: IGaming Business
Police Raid Second StanleyBet Shop
Wed, 12th November
After last week’s action in Athens, officials in Greece target sister venue in Thessaloniki with similar operation.
Source: IGaming Business
Commission to Investigate Tabcorp Dealings
Wed, 12th November
According to the Herald Sun, the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission has launched an investigation into Tabcorp, one of Australia’s largest gaming companies, and its involvement with Clubs Victoria, a gaming venue group. The investigation
Source: Gamingindustrymedia
Dane Claims $9.1 Million at World Series of Poker Main Event
Wed, 12th November
The youngest person to ever win the main event at the World Series of Poker took home $9.1 million early Tuesday morning. Peter Eastgate, a 22-year-old Danish poker pro, defeated Ivan Demidov, a 27-year-old Russian.
Source: Gamingindustrymedia
World Poker Tour Signs Full Tilt Deal
Tue, 11th November
Online poker instruction site agrees television sponsorship arrangement for 26 episodes of WPT Season VII in America.
Source: IGaming Business
Betsson Posts Great Numbers
Tue, 11th November
Chief Executive Officer for Swedish firm calls third quarter results the ‘strongest so far’ with revenues of $31.98 million.
Source: IGaming Business
StanleyBet Outlet Raided By Police
Tue, 11th November
Ongoing battle over right to enter Greek market results in two employees at an Athens betting shop being arrested.
Source: IGaming Business
William Hill Appoints Highfield
Tue, 11th November
Former BBC Director to become Non-Executive Director for one of the world’s largest bookmaking chains from next week.
Source: IGaming Business
Sportech Purchases 4TheGame.com
Tue, 11th November
London-based operator of The New Football Pools buys respected soccer community website for almost one million dollars.
Source: IGaming Business
Mobile Gaming Set To Grow
Mon, 10th November
New report from Juniper Research predicts that total annual wagers will hit $27.5 billion by 2013.
Source: IGaming Business
TabCorp Wants Government Help
Mon, 10th November
Australian tote operator cries foul as taking from the Melbourne Cup slump due to Northern Territory competition.
Source: IGaming Business
Magna Still In The Red
Mon, 10th November
Canadian racetrack owner announces third quarter results revealing a loss of $48 million prompting possible future asset sales.
Source: IGaming Business
William Hill Rejects Bets on Obama's Life
Mon, 10th November
William Hill, a United Kingdom bookmaker, has rejected offers from more than 100 punters interested in placing bets on the assassination of the U.S. president-elect Barack Obama, according to The Times.
Source: Gamingindustrymedia
Financial Forecast - Could Global Gaming Bounce Back Stronger?
Mon, 10th November
A brutal mixture of recession panic, financial crises, wavering stock markets along with constant doomsday scenarios from 24-hour media outlets have many industries in a continuous nail-biting state. Like numerous analysts, Simon J. Holliday, director of
Source: Gamingindustrymedia
Stanleybet International Unveils Fair Play For Sports Betting Campaign
Fri, 7th November
Stanleybet International launched the Fair Play for Sports Betting campaign yesterday, which calls for fair, open and equal access to all European markets for all European Union-based sports betting operators. According to a prepared statement, the ini
Source: Gamingindustrymedia
Antigua Added To UK ‘White-List’
Wed, 5th November
Operators licensed by the Caribbean nation will be able to advertise their services to UK residents from November 20.
Source: IGaming Business
IAS Withdraws Sale
Wed, 5th November
After a year, Sydney-based online gaming operator takes its Australian operations off the market.
Source: IGaming Business
YouBet.com Appoints Goldberg
Wed, 5th November
Former Ticketmaster executive joins online horseracing and wagering site as Chief Operating Officer.
Source: IGaming Business
Gala Coral Appoints Hughes
Wed, 5th November
British virtual gaming giant announces new Chief Financial Officer with experience in the media and leisure sectors.
Source: IGaming Business
NETELLER Reveals Quarterly Results
Tue, 4th November
Online payment solution specialist reveals e-wallet growth continues despite tough markets.
Source: IGaming Business
Bermuda Studying Online Gambling
Tue, 4th November
British Overseas Territory announces feasibility study and could become the next jurisdiction to license Internet gaming.
Source: IGaming Business
Agreement Reached in Horseracing Levy
Tue, 4th November
The Financial Times reported yesterday that the levy agreement for 2008-09 with British bookmakers includes a 10 percent tax on racing gross profits in the United Kingdom, which the paper says is in line with previous years. As a concession, 100 races wil
Source: Gamingindustrymedia
Bet24 Deputy Moving Up
Mon, 3rd November
Maria Karlsson replacing Lotta Lindquist-Brosjo as Chief Executive Officer for Scandinavian online gaming and betting firm.
Source: IGaming Business
Phantom Fiber Announces Mahjong Time Contract
Mon, 3rd November
Multi-year deal will see mahjong games supplied to thousands of mobile telephone types around the world.
Source: IGaming Business
Online Players Help Tote Tasmania
Mon, 3rd November
Annual turnover increases 30 percent to $329 million while parimutuel wagering was up 27 percent to $316 million.
Source: IGaming Business
Victorians Lose Billions on Gambling
Mon, 3rd November
The Age reported on Thursday that Victorians lost 4.8 billion Australian dollars on gambling last year, which is a record for the Australian state. Last year losses were 85 million Australian dollars less. Players lost the largest amount, 2.6 billion A
Source: Gamingindustrymedia
Maiden Profit For Probability
Fri, 31st October
Mobile telephone gambling specialist reveals that its net gaming revenues rose 117 percent $4.27 million for the previous six months.
Source: IGaming Business
Volatility Good For WorldSpreads
Fri, 31st October
Financial spread betting firm sees half-term profits rise by 137 percent off turnover of $10.9 million.
Source: IGaming Business
Bwin Signs Soccer Sponsorship Deal
Fri, 31st October
Germany’s Bayern Munich will display advertising for free online casino site during domestic competitions.
Source: IGaming Business
Australia Investigating Problem Gambling
Thu, 30th October
Registered clubs movement wants to ban the use of credit cards for online and telephone gambling in advance of next year’s report.
Source: IGaming Business
Lotto IP Reveals Game With Us
Thu, 30th October
Canadian lottery intellectual property rights developer announces a new solution it stated would revolutionise online gaming.
Source: IGaming Business
iMEGA Files Kentucky Writ
Thu, 30th October
Non-profit group is asking the state’s Court of Appeals to overturn Judge Thomas Wingate’s decision.
Source: IGaming Business
Crown Takes a $6 Billion Fall
Thu, 30th October
Crown Ltd., an Australia-based casino operator, has declined in value by $6 billion since last December, The Australian reports. “Crown's operations are diversified and located across different markets,” said Rowen Craigie, Crown’s chief executiv
Source: Gamingindustrymedia
Another Legal American Poker Site Launches
Wed, 29th October
Based in Minnesota, Zosoz.com offers the subscription club form pioneered by fellow US domain PurePlay.com.
Source: IGaming Business
OPAP to Fight Stanleybet Expansion
Wed, 29th October
Reuters reports that OPAP S.A., the Athens-based lottery monopoly, wants to use the law to keep Stanlybet, a fixed-odds betting firm, from encroaching on its territory. “We will take legal action,” Christos D. Hatziemmanuel, OPAP's chief executive,
Source: Gamingindustrymedia
GIG Delivers In-Run Wagering to Italy
Wed, 29th October
Global Interactive Gaming Limited, a wholly owned subsidiary of Interactive Systems Worldwide Inc., has begun offering limited in-run live wagering to Italian betting shops.
Source: Gamingindustrymedia
I-Gaming Legislation Could Influence U.S. Voters on Election Day
Wed, 29th October
The latest data from Poker Players Research show that over 3 million American poker players say the candidates' stances on Internet gambling legislation could affect how they vote. The most recent of the firm's regular surveys of poker players shows an
Source: Gamingindustrymedia
Atlantic City Smoking Ban Delayed
Wed, 29th October
In a little under two weeks after an Atlantic City smoking ban took affect in area casinos, a city council-approved measure has reversed it, according to the Associated Press. Casinos had complained the ban put a damper on business.
Source: Gamingindustrymedia
Online Business Helps William Hill
Tue, 28th October
Despite economic downturn, Britain’s second largest bookmaker reveals a nine percent rise in total gross wins.
Source: IGaming Business
Tote Plans Put On Hold
Tue, 28th October
UK Sports Minister reveals that current market conditions are not now ‘appropriate’ to auction off the bookmaker.
Source: IGaming Business
Sky Bet Sponsors Sports Journalists' Association
Tue, 28th October
Sky Bet, the sports-betting arm of the British Sky Broadcasting Group, has signed a two-year deal to be the principal sponsor of the Sports Journalists’ Association.
Source: Gamingindustrymedia
WPT To Put Poker On MySpace
Mon, 27th October
Last week’s appointment of Thomas Flahie as Chief Financial Officer could be behind new deal to create poker destination on the social network.
Source: IGaming Business
Volatile Stock Markets Cause Spread Betting Increase in U.K.
Mon, 27th October
The Agence France-Presse reports that spread betting ison the rise in the United Kingdom with punters placing tax-free bets onmarket performance. “We have seen a significant increase in betting numbersand trades in alignment with the volatility in th
Source: Gamingindustrymedia
60 Minutes Report Delayed
Fri, 24th October
American investigative news television programme postpones expose on Ultimate Bet scandal until November 9.
Source: IGaming Business
Betting Promotions Net Turnover Down
Fri, 24th October
Betting Promotions Sweden A.B., an online betting exchange, posted a net turnover of 31 million Swedish kronas its interim report covering January through September 2008. For the same period in 2007, its net turnover was 50.5 million Swedish kronas.
Source: Gamingindustrymedia
Devilfish Gaming Posts Loss in Maiden Results
Fri, 24th October
In Devilfish Gaming’s maiden results, the company reported gross turnover of £21,763 on a pre-tax loss of £424,414 for the year ending in June 2008.
Source: Gamingindustrymedia
888 Seeks New Ad Agency
Fri, 24th October
Brand Republic reports that 888 Holdings is looking for a new advertising agency to handle its global ad account. The Gibraltar-based I-gaming operator’s current agency, CHI & Partners, does not intend to bid again for the £6 million account.
Source: Gamingindustrymedia
Google Decision Bearing Fruit
Thu, 23rd October
Search engine could benefit greatly from its decision to free up ad-words for paid gambling advertisements.
Source: IGaming Business
Rank Reveals Revenue Decline
Thu, 23rd October
British land and virtual gambling giant reports that like-for-likes have fallen by eight percent for the previous 41-week period.
Source: IGaming Business
U.K. Government Holds Off on Tote Sale
Thu, 23rd October
The United Kingdom government announced on Wednesday that it will not sell the Horserace Totalisator Board, or Tote, because of “current market conditions.” “After further work over the summer, I have now concluded that it is not appropriate to p
Source: Gamingindustrymedia
William Hill Signs Playtech Agreement
Wed, 22nd October
Britain’s second largest bookmaker creates William Hill Online to offer betting in-running for the first time.
Source: IGaming Business
Managing Director Leaves Blue Square
Wed, 22nd October
In the UK, the Rank Group announces that the search is on for a new chief for its interactive gaming division.
Source: IGaming Business
Problem Gambling Increases
Tue, 21st October
According to a piece from the Mail On Sunday, the numbers of people seeking help has risen 25 percent in the last year.
Source: IGaming Business
Guoco Purchases More Rank Shares
Tue, 21st October
Malaysian firm again increases its stake in Great Britain’s second largest bingo club and casino owner.
Source: IGaming Business
Cantor Signs Atronic Deal
Tue, 21st October
Agreement will see online casino operator granted exclusive use of leading slot machine manufacturer’s titles.
Source: IGaming Business
IG Sport Launches First UK Licensed Online Casino
Tue, 21st October
London-based spread betting firm teams up with Canada’s Chartwell to launch service through ExtraBet.com.
Source: IGaming Business
US Deal Could Be Close
Mon, 20th October
According to a piece in The Times, the Department of Justice has changed tactics in its negotiations with European online gambling operators.
Source: IGaming Business
Leisure And Gaming Reveals Quarterly Performance
Mon, 20th October
Despite a drop in the amount wagered, online betting and gaming firm reports $1.2 million gross profit.
Source: IGaming Business
Sluggish Economy Not Hurting Sportingbet
Mon, 20th October
Online casino and sportsbook operator reports a 23 percent rise in net gaming revenues to $253.02 million.
Source: IGaming Business
Increase In Turnover For Webis
Mon, 20th October
Isle of Man-based firm behind BetInternet.com online sportsbook reports rise earnings before tax to $370,199.
Source: IGaming Business
Kentucky Judge Denies Motion
Fri, 17th October
Case to decide whether the state has the right to seize 141 domain names associated with online gambling set to go to court on November 17.
Source: IGaming Business
Google Changes Gambling Advertising Policy
Fri, 17th October
American search engine giant changes policy on placing adverts online after a four-year global ban.
Source: IGaming Business
Mansion Staying In Gibraltar
Fri, 17th October
Despite reports to the contrary, online casino operator reveals that it has no plans to leave ‘The Rock’.
Source: IGaming Business
Las Vegas Coming To Manila
Fri, 17th October
After years of debate, PAGCor announces plans to proceed with construction of $15 billion Entertainment City.
Source: IGaming Business
Paddy Power Signs Colliers CRE
Fri, 17th October
Paddy Power, a Dublin-based bookmaker, has appointed Colliers CRE in order to assist in growing its United Kingdom reach reports Place North West, a business news Web site.
Source: Gamingindustrymedia
BetUK.com Criticised By ASA
Thu, 16th October
UK regulator rules against online sportsbook over promotional e-mail promising a full Euro 2008-themed deposit bonus.
Source: IGaming Business
Australia Could Ease Advertising Restrictions
Thu, 16th October
Proposed changes could see bookmakers licensed elsewhere promote themselves in Victoria and New South Wales.
Source: IGaming Business
UK Industry Not Trusted
Thu, 16th October
New research shows that the public does not believe the British gaming sector can keep their personal data safe.
Source: IGaming Business
60 Minutes Reporting On Cheating Scandal
Thu, 16th October
CBS television programme to broadcast story concerning Ultimate Bet and Absolute Poker on October 26.
Source: IGaming Business
Leisure & Gaming Wagers Down in Q3
Thu, 16th October
Third-quarter results for Leisure & Gaming, a London-based online betting and gaming group, show that gross profit was up while the amount wagered by players was down. Wagers collected this quarter were reported at 13.3 million euros, down 5.7 million
Source: Gamingindustrymedia
Chartwell Assists in Extrabet's First Casino
Thu, 16th October
Chartwell Technology Inc. announced today that it will be powering Extrabet’s first online casino licensed by the United Kingdom Gambling Commission. Extrabet, a subsidiary of IG Group Holdings, will market the IG Sport casino through its Web site, t
Source: Gamingindustrymedia
Two Million Betfair Customers
Wed, 15th October
UK-based online betting exchange announces milestone bet and now handles more daily transactions than all of Europe’s stock exchanges combined.
Source: IGaming Business
WagerWorks Signs 888 Deal
Wed, 15th October
Gibraltar-based online gaming provider to add four titles from IGT subsidiary to its virtual games portfolio.
Source: IGaming Business
Ireland to Double Bookmaker Tax
Wed, 15th October
Brian Lenihan, Ireland’s Minister for Finance, announced yesterday that the Irish government will double the current tax on bookmaker’s turnover, according to the Irish Times. This will turn the 1 percent tax up to 2 percent.
Source: Gamingindustrymedia
Sportingbet Says Turkish Authorities Released Second Employee
Wed, 15th October
Sportingbet announced Tuesday that Turkish authorities released the second of two employers who were detained while vacationing in the country on May 29, 2008. Official charges have yet to be announced for the newly released employee, though a pending
Source: Gamingindustrymedia
Twelve Men Detained For Online Gambling in Malaysia
Wed, 15th October
Bernama, the Malaysian National news agency, reports that police detained 12 men and seized eight computers in a series of cyber café raids focusing on online gambling during Oct. 9-13. According to the state news service, those detained included owne
Source: Gamingindustrymedia
Betsson Promotes Research with Scholarship Awards
Wed, 15th October
Betsson, a Malta-based Swedish gaming company, announced today it will award two scholarships a year. The company said in a prepared statement that the aim is to promote problem-gambling research. The first scholarship of 15,000 Swedish kroner was pres
Source: Gamingindustrymedia
Redbet Moving To Malta
Tue, 14th October
Certain operations could be relocated to the Mediterranean island nation before the end of the year.
Source: IGaming Business
Bwin Launches Bulgarian Site
Tue, 14th October
New service offers localised payment partners alongside editorial content customised for Bulgarian players.
Source: IGaming Business
NETELLER Changing Its Name
Tue, 14th October
Isle of Man-based online payment processor is to be known as Neovia Financial from November 17.
Source: IGaming Business
Dublin Man Pockets 100,000 Euros at Betdaq Bonanza
Tue, 14th October
Betdaqpoker.com announced today that Troy Pendergast, a 25-year-old man from Dublin, picked up 100,000 euros in the grand final of the Betdaq Bonanza on Sunday. Held at Dublin’s Sporting Emporium Casino, the poker game featured six players who made i
Source: Gamingindustrymedia
Inspired Unveils Virtual Sportsbook
Mon, 13th October
Inspired Gaming Group has announced the expansion of its open server-based gaming platform with a new Virtual Sports Book, or VSB, product from partner Hermes SoftLab, an international IT solutions provider.
Source: Gamingindustrymedia
Kahnawake Issues Kentucky Statement
Fri, 10th October
One of the world’s largest operators of online casinos reveals that it has no intention of complying with Seizure Order.
Source: IGaming Business
Irish Report Reveals Huge Potential
Fri, 10th October
New study reveals that the regulation of casinos could result in up to 13,000 jobs and $380 million over the next decade.
Source: IGaming Business
Betfair Going To Court In Australia
Thu, 9th October
Online sportsbetting provider files suit in Federal Court after 1.5 percent turnover fee is instituted in New South Wales.
Source: IGaming Business
New Advertising Guidelines Published
Thu, 9th October
The UK’s CAP and BCAP offer assistance for commercials promoting gambling on television, radio and print.
Source: IGaming Business
Indonesian Gambling Crackdown Promised
Thu, 9th October
Gen. Bambang Hendarso Danuri, Indonesia's newly appointed National Police Chief, has vowed to eradicate gambling from the island country. Mr. Danuri, who was officially appointed on Sept. 30, said he will 'bash gambling,' on Thursday after taking power
Source: Gamingindustrymedia
Betfair Down Under Debuts In-running Betting
Thu, 9th October
Betfair, the international betting exchange, announced on Thursday the launch of “in-running” betting on Australian horseracing. Beginning Saturday, Betfair Australia customers will be able to bet live while a race is in progress, which means for t
Source: Gamingindustrymedia
ASA Bans Partouche Ad
Wed, 8th October
An online advertisement launched by Partouche Betting, the Internet betting arm of Groupe Partouche, has been banned by the United Kingdom Advertising Standards Authority.
Source: Gamingindustrymedia
PKR to Launch Internet TV Channel
Wed, 8th October
PKR, the online poker operator, has unveiled a standalone Internet channel dedicated to broadcasting episodes of its programming, PKR TV. The channel, which was launched in late September, has attracted 7,000 views, the company said.
Source: Gamingindustrymedia
IGN/Ladbrokes Actively Considering Appeal on Norwegian Setback
Tue, 7th October
Ladbrokes has confirmed with IGamingNews that it is “actively considering” whether to appeal a ruling handed down by the City Court of Oslo Friday, which saw the London bookie denied a license to operate in Norway.
Source: Gamingindustrymedia
OPAP Denies Codere Interest
Mon, 6th October
Greek national gaming monopoly refutes reports it is considering Spanish or Greek purchases.
Source: IGaming Business
Triple Appointment For Net Entertainment
Mon, 6th October
Swedish online gambling software provider employs Jungmar, Crona and Petersson in senior management positions.
Source: IGaming Business
CryptoLogic Signs Russian Licensing Agreement
Mon, 6th October
Software developer makes its first move into the Commonwealth of Independent States with Kurastica.
Source: IGaming Business
Mansion Extends Playtech Partnership
Mon, 6th October
Online casino operator announces agreement to migrate its poker operations to iPoker network.
Source: IGaming Business
Mansion Extends Playtech Partnership
Mon, 6th October
Online casino operator announces agreement to migrate its poker operations to iPoker network.
Source: IGaming Business
AsianLogic Wins Asian Operator Of The Year Award
Mon, 6th October
Hong Kong-based firm bests two other nominees to take home prestigious prize at the eGaming Review Industry Awards.
Source: IGaming Business
Moody's to Review Ladbrokes for Downgrade
Fri, 3rd October
Moody’s Investors Service has announced it has placed the Ba2 corporate family rating and senior unsecured debt ratings of Ladbrokes and Ladbrokes Group Finance on review for possible downgrade.
Source: Gamingindustrymedia
Lasseters Takes Last Online Casino Bets
Fri, 3rd October
The Age reports that today Lassters’ online casino took its last bets. According to the paper, Lasseters Corporation said it was no longer taking bets on its three casino Web sites: Lasseters Online, AusVegas and Lasseters Euro. The only division sti
Source: Gamingindustrymedia
Menendez Proposes Licensing Online Poker
Thu, 2nd October
US Senator’s Internet Skill Game Licensing and Control Act of 2008 specifically defines poker as a game of skill.
Source: IGaming Business
ClubsNSW Rejects CentreBet Proposal
Thu, 2nd October
Association representing Australian clubs takes a stand against online gambling with credit cards.
Source: IGaming Business
Australian Rugby Team Enters Bookmaking Joint Venture
Thu, 2nd October
The Gold Coast Titans, an Australian professional rugby league football team, has entered the bookmaking world in a joint venture with Betezy, an online Northern Territory-licensed bookmaker.
Source: Gamingindustrymedia
Record Number in Attendance at Eig
Thu, 2nd October
Clarion Gaming has announced record attendance numbers at the European i-Gaming Congress & Expo, which took place in Barcelona, Spain, last week. A total number of 1,544 delegates attended through a variety of registration channels, which contributed t
Source: Gamingindustrymedia
Connect Awards Acknowledges CDMS and Betfair
Thu, 2nd October
CDMS, a communications provider, and Betfair, the global betting exchange, were awarded “Best Strategic Partnership” at this year’s Connect Awards. The partnership was acknowledged for its “Betfair Raises the Stakes” campaign for its strategi
Source: Gamingindustrymedia
C.E.O. Invests $475 Million in Las Vegas Sands
Thu, 2nd October
Sheldon G. Adelson, chief executive of Las Vegas Sands Corporation, has attempted to bolster his gaming company by placing $475 million of personal money back into the company account.
Source: Gamingindustrymedia
Payne Appointed At GameAccount
Wed, 1st October
Former Sportingbet Chief Executive to serve as Non-Executive Chairman for skill-based gaming provider.
Source: IGaming Business
Kahnawake Fines UltimateBet
Wed, 1st October
Former WSOP champion Russ Hamilton named by regulator in its investigation into cheating scandal.
Source: IGaming Business
New Football Wagering Site Unveiled
Wed, 1st October
The new site allows players to forecast the outcome of football matches in separate ‘pools’ of around 10 matches. The player earns points and more chances of winning by guessing close to the right score.
Source: Gamingindustrymedia
OPAP Dismisses Acquisition Speculation
Wed, 1st October
OPAP S.A., the Athens-based gambling operator, has announced that it has every intention on expanding its business but denies interest in Codere S.A. and Intralot S.A.
Source: Gamingindustrymedia
Sportingbet Improving Customer Service
Tue, 30th September
Online gambling provider signs agreement to implement FootPrints 8 desk management solution from Numara Software.
Source: IGaming Business
PokerStars Falls Foul Of Advertising Body
Tue, 30th September
UK Advertising Standards Authority rules that advert featuring Daniel Negreanu breached its code.
Source: IGaming Business
Betfair Signs World Snooker Agreement
Tue, 30th September
Memorandum of Understanding will allow the two groups to share information on unusual betting activity.
Source: IGaming Business
Betting Show Announces Session Lineup
Tue, 30th September
The Betting Show has announced its speaker and session lineup for the upcoming show in late October. The seminar program, which is free to those in the betting industry, will feature Howard Chisholm (Chisholm Bookmakers), Mark Kingston (SIS), Beryl Bro
Source: Gamingindustrymedia
Online Gambling Ring Busted In South Korea
Tue, 30th September
The Agence France-Presse reports that four South Koreans have been charged for running an online gambling ring, which allegedly accumulated $100 million during an 18-month span.
Source: Gamingindustrymedia
AsianLogic Posts Major First-Half Gain
Tue, 30th September
AsianLogic, the online and land-based operator, revealed that total revenues rose 208 percent to $54.9 during the first half of 2008 compared to $17.8 million during the previous-year period. Gross profits for the Asia-Pacific company came in at $5.7 m
Source: Gamingindustrymedia
U.S. Bailout Rejection Fallout Bring Casino Stocks Down
Tue, 30th September
Yesterday the Dow Jones industrial average fell a record 777 points after the House of Representatives rejected a $700 billion bailout plan -- a loss that touched shares in United States casino companies. Among the hardest hit were Las Vegas Sands Corp
Source: Gamingindustrymedia
Bwin Loses Second German Action
Mon, 29th September
After failing in North Rhine-Westphalia earlier this month, Austrian online gambling provider has case thrown out in Lower Saxony.
Source: IGaming Business
SkyBet Appoints Mfuse For New Service
Mon, 29th September
The sportsbetting division of BSkyB is to offer a mobile sports wagering package before the end of the year.
Source: IGaming Business
Horse Racing Authorities Deny Horse Flu Outbreak
Mon, 29th September
After a foreign horse tested positive for the horse flu on Wednesday night, ABC News reports that horse racing authorities tested 74 horses at Sydney’s Eastern Creek Quarantine Station and found no trace of the virus.
Source: Gamingindustrymedia
Profatibility Proves Elusive For Netplay TV
Mon, 29th September
While Netplay TV revealed a 308 percent increase in gross bets during the first half, the company reported a loss of £134,000. Highlights for the period, however, include £159 million in gross bets, growth in its customer base and its acquisition of
Source: Gamingindustrymedia
Kentucky Seizing Domain Names
Fri, 26th September
Court in southern American state issues seizure order against 141 online gambling sites.
Source: IGaming Business
Perform Signs WatchAndBet Deals
Fri, 26th September
Bookmakers Paddy Power, Ladbrokes, Unibet and Sportingbet will receive live streams from a plethora of sporting events.
Source: IGaming Business
Commission Investigating Snooker Betting
Fri, 26th September
Reports from The Guardian newspaper sugggest dubious betting patterns around Malta Cup match and player Peter Ebdon.
Source: IGaming Business
CryptoLogic Predicts Losses
Thu, 25th September
Online gambling software developer expects to report operating losses for the third quarter of up to $1.5 million.
Source: IGaming Business
Bwin Reports Turkish Losses
Thu, 25th September
Austrian online sportsbook operator reveals $3.22 million hit and confirms court proceedings against agents.
Source: IGaming Business
Betfair Gets Games From WagerWorks
Thu, 25th September
WagerWorks, the software-development arm of International Game Technology, has done a deal with the online betting exchange Betfair to provide games content.
Source: Gamingindustrymedia
Swedes Sweeten Software Deal
Thu, 25th September
Entraction Holding A.B., the online poker network operator and software developer, has extended its contract to supply Redbet Holding A.B. with software a further two years. Redbet, which operates online betting, casino and poker Web sites, has been a
Source: Gamingindustrymedia
Detroit Casinos See Smoking Ban Defeated
Thu, 25th September
Although the Michigan House of Representatives has voted down a proposed smoking ban on concern it would negatively impact Detroit's casino industry, the bill may still be revisited this year. The ban, which according to published reports would affect
Source: Gamingindustrymedia
Single-Digit Growth Spooks Macau
Thu, 25th September
According to published reports, Macau is likely to experience single-digit year-on-year revenue growth this month after reporting a 44 percent and 42 percent revenue rise in July and August, respectively. Revenue for the first half of September came in
Source: Gamingindustrymedia
Ongame Network Expanding Into Ireland
Wed, 24th September
Licensing agreement with bookmaker Bruce Betting will see the launch of BrucePoker.com.
Source: IGaming Business
PartyGaming Appoints New Chief Marketing Officer
Wed, 24th September
Experienced Jon Salmon agrees to join Gibraltar-based gambling giant from Ads Dot Com next month.
Source: IGaming Business
Ivobank Signs With Unibet
Wed, 24th September
Ivobank, the world's first I-gaming bank, has signed an agreement with Unibet to be a new payment option for the Sweden-based betting operator.
Source: Gamingindustrymedia
Betfair Goes Green
Wed, 24th September
Betfair, the London-listed online betting exchange, is committed to cleaning up the world and will begin on Oct. 10 in Malta.
Source: Gamingindustrymedia
ASA Bans Poker Stars Ad
Wed, 24th September
An ad for PokerStars.com, the popular online poker room, has been banned by the United Kingdom Advertising Standards Authority, or A.S.A., for implying that gambling could make a person more confident and courageous.
Source: Gamingindustrymedia
IGN / Neteller Announces Several Deals
Wed, 24th September
Neteller, the online money-transfer company, has announced a number of client wins, joint marketing contracts and upgrades to its e-wallet.
Source: Gamingindustrymedia
Gaming VC Posts Increased Revenues
Tue, 23rd September
Online gaming operator reveals revenues for the first half of 2008 were up 20 percent to $37.79 million.
Source: IGaming Business
Boylesports Announces Expansion Plans
Mon, 22nd September
Irish bookmaker has hired former Bwin executive with plans to enter Spanish market with bespoke site in November.
Source: IGaming Business
Sportingbet Signs Affiliate Speedpay Deal
Mon, 22nd September
Online gaming provider will now be able to pay its global network of affiliates on the same day.
Source: IGaming Business
Sports Content Distribution Deal For Big Time Bookies
Mon, 22nd September
Perform, the United Kingdom-based digital sports content distributor, has signed a series of deals with Ladbrokes, Paddy Power, Unibet and Sportingbet to provide them with over 4,000 live sports events each year through its live, sports Internet TV servic
Source: Gamingindustrymedia
Online Dispute Headed For WTO
Fri, 19th September
Remote Gambling Association reveals clash between European Union and US could go before international trade body.
Source: IGaming Business
Man Plays 74-hr Poker Game
Fri, 19th September
Managing to play poker for more than 72 hours can be a somewhat daunting task. Ask record-breaker Dave Cain. According to The Publican, Mr. Cain began showing signs of fatigue and confusion at one point during his non-stop charity tournament at the Unite
Source: Gamingindustrymedia
Vegas Bigwig Drop in Rank on Forbes 400
Fri, 19th September
Sheldon G. Adelson, chief executive of Las Vegas Sands, Kirk Kerkorian, chief executive of Tracinda Corporation, and Stephen A. Wynn, chief executive of Wynn Resorts Ltd., all made the infamous Forbes 400 Richest Americans list this year. Except this t
Source: Gamingindustrymedia
William Hill Hires BJL
Thu, 18th September
Manchester-based advertising agency wins deal to create television campaign for gaming giant.
Source: IGaming Business
Tabcorp Launching LuxBet.com
Thu, 18th September
Australian operator will now be able to offer a greater range of bets online after moving to the Northern Territory.
Source: IGaming Business
William Hill and Skybet Launch New Mobile Wagers
Thu, 18th September
William Hill and Sky Bet are going to be unveiling mobile betting services provided by Mfuse, a privately held mobile service provider.
Source: Gamingindustrymedia
Bwin Loses Germany Appeal
Wed, 17th September
Austrian firm could be liable for six-figure fines if it continues providing services to German residents.
Source: IGaming Business
PacificNet Settles Chapter 11 Case
Wed, 17th September
Ruling in Delaware Federal Bankruptcy Court will see Chinese firm make ten monthly payments and issue new debentures.
Source: IGaming Business
ASA Bans Online Poker Ad
Wed, 17th September
The United Kingdom’s Advertising Standards Authority, or ASA, has banned a PKR TV advertisement. According to ASA’s Web site, the online poker site’s advertisement was “irresponsible because it glamorized the risks involved in gambling and impl
Source: Gamingindustrymedia
U.S. Casino Stock Reflects Turmoil in American Market
Tue, 16th September
After one of the worst days on Wall Street since the 9/11 terrorist attacks, United States casino operators’ stock opened low on Tuesday morning, reports the Associated Press. MGM Mirage's stock dropped 93 cents to $28.90. Las Vegas Sands Corporation
Source: Gamingindustrymedia
Telegraph Signs Betfair Deal
Mon, 15th September
Website for UK national newspaper announces deal to feature odds from Internet betting exchange on fantasy football sub-site.
Source: IGaming Business
PurePlay.com Attracts 1.5 Million Players
Mon, 15th September
American play-for-free online poker site claims to have given away over four million dollars since November of 2005.
Source: IGaming Business
PartyCasino.com Going Live
Mon, 15th September
Online casino signs deal with Evolution Gaming to offer roulette, baccarat and blackjack over streaming video.
Source: IGaming Business
Dutch Proposals Pass Senate
Fri, 12th September
Legislation could see games of chance played over the Internet taxed at a rate of 40.85 percent.
Source: IGaming Business
PartyGaming Suffer Another Setback
Fri, 12th September
Online operator could be liable for $287 million in damages following Court ruling in favour of WMS Gaming.
Source: IGaming Business
Betfair Increases Tasmanian Sponsorship
Fri, 12th September
Online operator will give an extra $287,000 over the next year to help support local horseracing schemes.
Source: IGaming Business
Lasseters Calls For A Hold On Shares
Fri, 12th September
Online casino operator requests a temporary suspension from Australian Securities Exchange following uncertainty over its future.
Source: IGaming Business
Gala Coral Group Names New C.E.O.
Fri, 12th September
The Gala Coral Group announced yesterday the promotion of several key employees at the bingo, casino and sports betting operator.
Source: Gamingindustrymedia
PKR.com Announces Two-Millionth Member
Wed, 10th September
Less than a year after registering one million players, online poker room reaches customer milestone.
Source: IGaming Business
iMEGA Gets Heavyweight Representation
Tue, 9th September
American anti-UIGEA lobby group has announced that Stephen Saltzberg has joined its legal team.
Source: IGaming Business
Bet-At-Home.com’s Bulgarian Sponsorship Deal
Tue, 9th September
Online sportsbook will be official sponsor for home matches during qualification for the 2010 World Cup.
Source: IGaming Business
Austria Spending on Online Betting Increases
Tue, 9th September
Data released by Kreutzer Fischer & Partner, a market research firm, shows that in 2007 gross gaming revenues were at 15.4 billion euros or 12.4 percent more than the year before.
Source: Gamingindustrymedia
Investors Taking Vanguard To Court
Mon, 8th September
Case filed in New York alleging defendants invested in ‘illegitimate gambling businesses’.
Source: IGaming Business
NETELLER Announces First Half Profits
Mon, 8th September
Payment processor reveals revenues of $35.9 million for the first half of 2008 thanks to diversification.
Source: IGaming Business
Betfair to Utilize Datacenter
Mon, 8th September
Betfair, a betting exchange, has picked ControlCircle to handle its datacenter needs for bet-placing as the company begins virtualization trials.
Source: Gamingindustrymedia
Playtech Reports Record Revenues
Fri, 5th September
Thanks to improved margins, adjusted net profits before tax rise by 90 percent to $57.8 million.
Source: IGaming Business
Bwin's Alleged Security Scandal
Fri, 5th September
Gaming Intelligence Group reported today that bwin has admittedly hired Wolfgang Bachler, a security consultant and former head of a counter-terrorism unit, to investigate security issues.
Source: Gamingindustrymedia
Gamblers Anonymous Sees Increase In Young Males
Fri, 5th September
According to the Irish Times, Gamblers Anonymous has cited a jump in males between 20 and 30 seeking help. The reason? Online gambling, the group says.
Source: Gamingindustrymedia
Pentasia Launches Revamped Website
Fri, 5th September
After months of development, Pentasia, an I-gaming recruitment consultant firm, has launched a new Web site today.
Source: Gamingindustrymedia
Victor Chandler Adds New Payment Method
Fri, 5th September
Victor Chandler, a sports betting and online gaming company, has added Ukash as an alternative payment method on its Web sites.
Source: Gamingindustrymedia
Billionaire Gambler Cleared Of Casino Debt
Fri, 5th September
According to The Daily Mail, billionaire gambler Fouad al-Zayat, who is better known as the “Fat Man,” has won a bid to keep him from owning up to a £2 million debt, which he accumulated after only after a night at roulette and blackjack tables in a
Source: Gamingindustrymedia
Sweden Looks at Foreign Gambling Operators
Thu, 4th September
Sweden’s inquiry commission on gambling issued a proposal that would permit foreign gaming companies to operate within its borders, according to The Local, a Stockholm-based news Web site.
Source: Gamingindustrymedia
PAF’s Atletico Madrid Deal
Wed, 3rd September
New deal sees top-flight Spanish soccer club sponsored by Finnish gaming company until 2011.
Source: IGaming Business
Turnaround For Betbull
Wed, 3rd September
London-based online betting provider sees first-half profit thanks to increase in net gaming revenues.
Source: IGaming Business
Future Of CanBet.com In Doubt
Wed, 3rd September
Australian parent firm is to ‘review’ its overseas businesses after posting a pre-tax loss of $3.14 million.
Source: IGaming Business
Intralot Reports Increased Revenues
Wed, 3rd September
Greek gaming firm is helped by the increase in successful international tenders to report earnings of $183.99 million.
Source: IGaming Business
Paddy Power Signs Liverpool Deal
Tue, 2nd September
Irish bookmaker signs sponsorship agreement with Premiership soccer team, replacing competitor Unibet.
Source: IGaming Business
Revenues For PartyGaming Rise 17 Percent
Tue, 2nd September
The Gibraltar-based firm behind PartyPoker.com reveals that income from poker rose six percent to $153.9 million.
Source: IGaming Business
Betfair Offers Tote Ireland Pools Online
Tue, 2nd September
New agreement sees Irish Tote pools made available to over two million punters on one of the world’s leading betting exchanges.
Source: IGaming Business
NordicBet Ad Sparks Controversy
Tue, 2nd September
Gaming Intelligence Group reports that an advertisement for NordicBet, an online gaming firm, has created controversy between the Swedish Ice Hockey Association and its main sponsor Svenska Spel, a Swedish gaming company.
Source: Gamingindustrymedia
The Betting Show Slated for Late October
Tue, 2nd September
The Betting Show, a betting industry exhibition, has announced show dates as October 22-23 in Birmingham.
Source: Gamingindustrymedia
Lassters Operating Revenue Down 49%
Tue, 2nd September
Lasseters Corporation, an Australian online sportsbook and casino operator, posted a 49 percent decline in operating revenue from $6.8 million Australian dollars in 2007 to $3.5 million Australian dollars, according to financial results for the year ended
Source: Gamingindustrymedia
888 Achieves Record Profits
Mon, 1st September
Gibraltar-based gaming giant announces seventh consecutive quarter of growth thanks to bingo and sports betting.
Source: IGaming Business
32Red.com Publishes ‘Encouraging’ Figures
Mon, 1st September
Online casino operator releases first-half results showing a 26 percent rise in total gaming revenues.
Source: IGaming Business
New CEO For Betfair Australia
Mon, 1st September
After three and a half years as a Director, Andrew Twaits is announced as the successor to Anthony Klok.
Source: IGaming Business
New survey from ADOC finds that the average Italian Internet poker player spends $881 a year.
Mon, 1st September
New survey from ADOC finds that the average Italian Internet poker player spends $881 a year.
Source: IGaming Business
Leisure And Gaming Reveals Profits
Fri, 29th August
Despite a drop in amounts wagered, online gaming firm announces operating profit of $2.06 million.
Source: IGaming Business
Paddy Power Lowers Expectations
Fri, 29th August
Despite reporting $69 million in profits for the first half of 2008, Irish bookmaker reveals that trading has fallen off.
Source: IGaming Business
Ben Affleck wins Poker Tournament
Fri, 29th August
Although the Poker Players Alliance didn’t succeed in ridding the anti-online-gambling language from the Republican platform, it did in bringing big names to its poker tournament during the 2008 Democratic National Convention in Denver.
Source: Gamingindustrymedia
Party Gaming Appoints Non-Executive Chairman
Fri, 29th August
PartyGaming, an online gambling operator, has announced the appointment of Rod W. Perry as non-executive chairman.
Source: Gamingindustrymedia
Troubles Continue For Betbrokers
Thu, 28th August
Three days after going into administration, sportsbetting clearinghouse part-run by Eddie Jordan suspends shares.
Source: IGaming Business
Intralot Joins FIFA’s Early Warning System
Thu, 28th August
Greek sportsbetting announces deal to join in global effort at eradicating unethical soccer betting.
Source: IGaming Business
BetGenius Purchases TurfTrax
Thu, 28th August
British sportsbetting odds comparison service buys UK data provider for undisclosed amount.
Source: IGaming Business
Spain's Basque Region Welcomes First Betting Shop
Thu, 28th August
Ekasa, a joint venture between Basque gaming companies, opened the Basque region’s first betting shop in Bilbao Tuesday, reports Gaming Intelligence Group.
Source: Gamingindustrymedia
888 First-Half Profits Up 40%
Thu, 28th August
888 Holdings said its first-half profits soared 40 percent in its interim report for 2008. The Gibraltar-based online casino attributed the profit spike to new games that attracted more customers.
Source: Gamingindustrymedia
NETELLER Signs Agreement for Net+ Prepaid Cards
Wed, 27th August
An agreement signed with TransSend should see the Net+ Mastercard Prepaid Cards on offer by October.
Source: IGaming Business
Bodog Doing Fine, Says Morris
Tue, 26th August
Bodog have responded to claims that the online gambling group is in trouble.
Source: IGaming Business
Intralot Signs Deal With FIFA Subsidiary
Tue, 26th August
By way of its subsidiary called Betting Company, Intralot S.A. announced on Monday it has signed an agreement with FIFA's subsidiary, Early Warning System G.m.b.H., to become a member of FIFA’s global network.
Source: Gamingindustrymedia
Clarion Gaming Sets Date For Combating Cybercrime
Tue, 26th August
Clarion Gaming has announced that the fifth annual Combating Cybercrime in Betting and Gaming will take place Jan. 27, 2009 in London.
Source: Gamingindustrymedia
Sports Betting Strong in Estonia
Fri, 22nd August
According to Baltic Business News, an Estonian news service, sports betting is still popular despite the current unstable economic climate in the country.
Source: Gamingindustrymedia
Bill Suspended on 10-Year Iddaa Liscense
Fri, 22nd August
The joint bid posted by Italy's Lottomatica SpA, Snai SpA and Dogan Yayin for Turkish sports-betting game Iddaa has been suspended.
Source: Gamingindustrymedia
ICEi 2009 To Be Bigger Than Ever
Thu, 21st August
Ninety-five percent of 2008 exhibitors have already booked their spot for next year’s London show.
Source: IGaming Business
Unibet Goes With Microgaming
Thu, 21st August
Leading online casino operator signs deal to receive downloadable casino platform on a distinctive web address.
Source: IGaming Business
CrytoLogic Reduces Losses
Wed, 13th August
New deals with Gaming Media Group and Sky underpin Dublin-based online gambling software developer’s plans for the future.
Source: IGaming Business
Jaxx Profits From Sportsbetting
Wed, 13th August
Euro 2008 and German Jumping Derby help firm increase revenues 73 percent for second quarter.
Source: IGaming Business
Ladbrokes Joining Microgaming
Wed, 13th August
London-based online gambling provider moving to one of the largest networks from next year to help stop drop in poker revenues.
Source: IGaming Business
Ladbrokes Profits Fall 30 Percent
Tue, 12th August
UK bookmaker struggling with higher costs as bets from high rollers fell by one-third to $80 million.
Source: IGaming Business
WPT Revenues Drop To $5.1 Million
Tue, 12th August
Los Angeles firm is ‘disappointed’ by its online gaming results as it changed networks to CryptoLogic.
Source: IGaming Business
BetOnSports Trio Plead Guilty
Tue, 12th August
Three Florida men admit Federal charges in St Louis of helping to promote online gambling brand.
Source: IGaming Business
London Capital Turnover Up 54 Percent
Tue, 12th August
London-based online financial spread betting and trading firm announces $10.56 million pre-tax profits.
Source: IGaming Business
Paddy Power Falls To New Monthly Low
Tue, 12th August
Paddy Power's shares fell yesterday -- the biggest drop since July 11 -- following Ladbrokes' restatement of first-half figures.
Source: Gamingindustrymedia
Data Security Concerns Online Gamers
Tue, 12th August
More than three-fourths of online gamers are troubled by security risks, eGaming Review reported on Monday.
Source: Gamingindustrymedia
Unibet Receives Dutch Warning
Mon, 11th August
British online gambling firm finds itself in trouble again after its advertisements feature at two soccer matches.
Source: IGaming Business
Let the Olympic Games Betting Begin
Fri, 8th August
Not only did the Olympics commence in Beijing today, so did bets on the games in Macau Special Administrative Region.
Source: Gamingindustrymedia
Online Gambling Bill Put On Hold
Thu, 7th August
Nevada Congresswoman’s Internet Gambling Study Act rescheduled for mark up in September.
Source: IGaming Business
Tipp24 Announces Modest Rises
Thu, 7th August
New Gaming law sees German online lottery operator report revenues of $33.32 million for first half of 2008.
Source: IGaming Business
Youbet Gets Back In The Black
Thu, 7th August
Restructuring plans seem to be working as American online horse racing site posts quarterly income of $2.28 million.
Source: IGaming Business
William Hill Interested In The Tote
Thu, 7th August
Britain’s second largest bookmaker registers interest in buying State-owned competitor as profits drop by ten percent.
Source: IGaming Business
888 Pulls Plug On Snooker Sponsorship
Thu, 7th August
Annual World Championships set to suffer as online gaming firm terminates contract after three years.
Source: IGaming Business
Betsson Posts Second Quarter Growth
Wed, 6th August
Strongest quarter so far helps Swedish online gambling group increase revenues 63 percent to $38.76 million.
Source: IGaming Business
Morris Mohawk Criticises Bodog Story
Wed, 6th August
Canadian associate accuses Forbes of painting a ‘misleading picture’ of actions against online gaming firm.
Source: IGaming Business
Ruling on Amalgamated Racing Ltd Expected Friday
Wed, 6th August
Alphameric Plc., a provider of solutions for the leisure and hospitality sectors, said today a ruling is expected soon in the case against Amalgamated Racing Ltd., its joint venture company with Racecourse Media Services Ltd.
Source: Gamingindustrymedia
Bet2Go at Bolton Wanderers
Wed, 6th August
Bet2Go.com, a mobile betting operator and subsidiary of Cellectivity, has become the official betting partner with the Bolton Wanderers, an English Premier League club.
Source: Gamingindustrymedia
US Government Seizes Bodog Assets
Tue, 5th August
Federal Attorney’s Office files two lawsuits against online gaming firm and confiscates over $24 million.
Source: IGaming Business
Rank Releases Interim First-Half Results
Tue, 5th August
As takeover rumours increase, UK gaming provider sees revenues and profits drop and admits ‘slight weakening’ in performance.
Source: IGaming Business
North Carolina Bans Internet Gambling Terminals
Tue, 5th August
Governor Mike Easley signed bill into law outlawing pre-paid telephone card sweepstakes Internet terminals.
Source: IGaming Business
All Olympic Bets Off in Las Vegas
Tue, 5th August
When each country’s gold medal count is announced at the 2008 Summer Olympics, there will be no drum roll in Vegas.
Source: Gamingindustrymedia
Betfair Signs Flourish Deal
Mon, 4th August
Direct marketing agency to handle new Together We Make Summer Better advertising campaign.
Source: IGaming Business
Gross Wins Up At William Hill
Mon, 4th August
British bookmaking giant releases interim results for previous six months showing it receives more online income than ever before.
Source: IGaming Business
Sportingbet Employee Released
Fri, 1st August
After being detained by Turkish police in May, one member of staff is allowed to return to the UK.
Source: IGaming Business
Svenska Spel Reports Drop In Profits
Fri, 1st August
Sweden’s largest gaming operator releases results showing revenues of $419 million for first half of 2008.
Source: IGaming Business
Canada Could Legalise Sportsbetting
Fri, 1st August
Minister for Justice signals his willingness to change current laws on single match sports wagering in casinos.
Source: IGaming Business
HKJC Enjoys Record Turnover
Fri, 1st August
The Hong Kong Jockey Club, which controls all legalized betting in Hong Kong, said on Friday that revenue has surged in two of its three core businesses in the 2007/08 season, which ended in July.
Source: Gamingindustrymedia
Iranians are the Biggest Gamblers
Fri, 1st August
A United Kingdom-based online gaming site called RummyRoyal has gathered data showing that Iranians are the biggest online gamblers in Asia.
Source: Gamingindustrymedia
Republicans Ask What Exactly is Illegal Internet Gambling?
Fri, 1st August
Four Republican members of Congress, who supported the Unlawful Internet Gambling Enforcement Act, have written a letter to the heads of the Department of Treasury and the Federal Reserve Board asking for clarification on 'unlawful Internet gambling.'
Source: Gamingindustrymedia
Agreement For Online Games Network In China
Thu, 31st July
AsianLogic signs deal with CY Foundation to develop 178Games.com platform for Chinese market.
Source: IGaming Business
IGN - U.S. Seizes $24 Million From Bodog
Thu, 31st July
The United States government has seized $24 million from bank accounts linked to Bodog Entertainment Group, the ubiquitous franchise best known for gambling and its billionaire front man, Calvin Ayre.
Source: Gamingindustrymedia
First-Half 32Red Profits Rise 27 Percent
Wed, 30th July
Despite struggling poker service, casino revenues now account for 91 percent of Gibraltar-based firm’s revenues.
Source: IGaming Business
South Africa Approves Online Gambling
Wed, 30th July
President Thabo Mbeki signs National Gambling Amendment Bill into law but delays implementation as details are worked out.
Source: IGaming Business
Canadian MP Will Propose Sports Betting Legislation in Fall
Wed, 30th July
Joe Comartin, a Canadian MP who plans to introduce legislation that would legalize sports betting in Canadian casinos, has said he would be happy if his legislation were to keep the U.S.-based National Football League away from the country.
Source: Gamingindustrymedia
Kahnawake Gaming Commission Clarifies Stance
Tue, 29th July
Online casino licensing authority releases official statement on its role in Ultimate Bet cheating scandal.
Source: IGaming Business
Financing City Centre Becomes More Difficult
Tue, 29th July
Global banks' are reportedly wary of providing further financing for the $11.2 billion CityCenter project in Las Vegas.
Source: Gamingindustrymedia
Doubles Champs Suspended By Tennis Body
Mon, 28th July
Latest sports scandal sees Frantisek Cermak and Michal Mertinak suspended and fined by ATP.
Source: IGaming Business
Launch Of New Cereus Online Poker Platform
Mon, 28th July
Network to integrate customers and features from AbsolutePoker.com and UltimateBet.com to create worlds third largest.
Source: IGaming Business
Sportech Appoints Muirhead
Mon, 28th July
Man behind Tixdaq to lead online soccer gaming site FootballPools.com in advance of new European season.
Source: IGaming Business
William Hill Begins Online Search
Mon, 28th July
British online bookmaker has begun its search for candidates to head up new Internet division.
Source: IGaming Business
Cantor Buys Wichinsky Assets
Fri, 25th July
eDeck mobile gaming device to feature comprehensive catalogue of casino content developed over 50 years.
Source: IGaming Business
Malaysia Cracking Down On Online Gambling
Fri, 25th July
Northern state of Perak announces programme of closing locations providing loans or access to gambling.
Source: IGaming Business
Registration Begins for Betting Show 2008
Fri, 25th July
Clarion Gaming has opened registration for the annual Betting Show, Europe's definitive conference and exposition event for everyone involved in the betting industry.
Source: Gamingindustrymedia
Annual Revenues Rise For IG Group
Thu, 24th July
London-based financial spread-betting firm reveals volatile markets are encouraging more bets.
Source: IGaming Business
Bachus Criticised By Academic
Thu, 24th July
Professor attacks inaccurate claim by Congressman and encourages responsible Internet gambling regulation.
Source: IGaming Business
UK Government Announces Tote Sale Plans
Wed, 23rd July
Minister for Sport and Tourism advises Parliament that a deal would only go ahead if conditions were right.
Source: IGaming Business
CryptoLogic Completes Betsafe Integration
Wed, 23rd July
Customers can now use single wallet for poker and sportbetting products from Scandinavian operator.
Source: IGaming Business
Summit Hears Tax Proposal
Tue, 22nd July
Expert believes new system would see Spain collect over one billion dollars more from online gaming.
Source: IGaming Business
ATP Sanctions Two Players for Betting
Tue, 22nd July
The Association of Tennis Professionals has banned and fined Frantisek Cermak of the Czech Republic and Michal Mertinak of Slovakia for betting on tennis matches.
Source: Gamingindustrymedia
White House Face Legislation Questioning
Mon, 21st July
EU trade emissaries to travel to Washington later this month to investigate legality of American anti-online gambling legislation.
Source: IGaming Business
California Online Poker Closer To Reality
Mon, 21st July
Proposed AB2026 to come before the Senate Appropriations Committee in August and could become law as early as next year.
Source: IGaming Business
Online Poker Site Venturing Into Facebook
Mon, 21st July
PokerRoom.com is expanding into the social networking scene with new Facebook application.
Source: IGaming Business
Belgium To Open Up Online Market
Fri, 18th July
Report out this week speculates that Parliament could be about to permit foreign gambling operators.
Source: IGaming Business
Online Site’s UIGEA Petition
Fri, 18th July
America’s BlockPicks.com launches campaign to repeal Internet gambling ban.
Source: IGaming Business
YouBet.com Restates Results
Thu, 17th July
American online horse race wagering firm could add up to $1.1 million onto cost of IRG purchase.
Source: IGaming Business
Frank Gaining Cult Hero Status
Thu, 17th July
Massachusetts Democrat receiving thousands for re-election campaign from gambling industry and individual players.
Source: IGaming Business
Ash Featuring With 888
Thu, 17th July
Gibraltar-based online gambling provider to feature fixed-odds and virtual race games on its 888Sport.com site.
Source: IGaming Business
Online Legislation Awaiting Signature
Thu, 17th July
South African President Thabo Mbeki yet to sign National Gambling Amendment Bill into law despite its passage in May.
Source: IGaming Business
Sportsbetting Boosts Jaxx Profits
Wed, 16th July
Euro 2008 and Deutsches Derby help push sales for German firm to almost $16 million for June.
Source: IGaming Business
Online Operator Sees Revenues Rise
Wed, 16th July
German-speaking Internet gambling provider Gaming VC reports 16 percent increase in total revenues.
Source: IGaming Business
Online Casino Sponsors Espanyol
Wed, 16th July
Barcelona-based soccer team announces agreement for main sponsorship with Interwetten AG.
Source: IGaming Business
Consumer Research Advices Legalisation in Canada and U.S.
Wed, 16th July
A new research study finds that online gambling has the potential to become more habitual than casino gambling. The study suggests that Canada and the U.S. should legalize online gambling in order to better regulate it and reduce the potentially harmful e
Source: Gamingindustrymedia
U.S. Bill Proposes Tax and Regulation to Ease Economic Woes
Wed, 16th July
Representative Jim A. McDermott, Democrat of Washington, on Tuesday introduced legislation to direct $40 billion of Internet gambling revenue over the next 10 years to job training for those in declining economic sectors and educational assistance for you
Source: Gamingindustrymedia
Sona Completes Express Funding For NYRA
Tue, 15th July
Betting on horse races online one step closer to becoming a reality in New York despite UIGEA.
Source: IGaming Business
Providers Challenging Australian Ad Ban
Tue, 15th July
Sportingbet and Betfair file joint action against laws in New South Wales that prevent them from advertising.
Source: IGaming Business
Ireland Could Benefit From UIGEA
Tue, 15th July
Government Committee releases findings after two years of research and recommends liberalising industry.
Source: IGaming Business
Online Operator Faces $5.8 Million Fine
Tue, 15th July
Court in China convicts Yang Xu of operating an illegal business and sentences him to 15 years in prison.
Source: IGaming Business
SportXction Reports Record UK Turnover
Mon, 14th July
Real-time sportsbetting system sees monthly revenues for June increase 77 percent to net $302,000.
Source: IGaming Business
Probability Luring More Gamblers To Mobiles
Mon, 14th July
Results to guide future software developments and help marketing agency better meet clients’ needs.
Source: IGaming Business
Interpol Euro 2008 Gambling Arrests
Mon, 14th July
Cross-border police organisation confiscates more than $16 million and arrests over 1,300 in Asian SoGa operation.
Source: IGaming Busines
Obama In Trouble In Minnesota
Mon, 14th July
Gambling Control Board asks for investigation into online offer from Democrat Presidential candidate.
Source: IGaming Busines
Interpol Makes Massive Illegal Betting Bust in Asia
Mon, 14th July
INTERPOL says it has arrested more than 1,300 people throughout Asia and seized more than $16 million in a sting targeting illegal bookmakers during the Euro 2008.
Source: Gamingindustrymedia
French Plan to Open Market Progresses
Mon, 14th July
France's government has completed another significant step in the process of opening the country to remote gambling following the June 26 delivery of a report titled 'Jeux en ligne et menace criminelle,' or 'Online games and criminal threats,' to Eric Woe
Source: Gamingindustrymedia
Playboy plans for club in UK
Mon, 14th July
Playboy is poised to open another club for dining, gambling and dancing in the UK, 27 years after the original Playboy club on Park Lane in Mayfair closed.
Source: Gamingindustrymedia
Ireland Mulls Remote Regulation
Fri, 11th July
Dermot Ahern, Ireland's justice minister, on Thursday published a report that makes 'significant public policy implications regarding the future of architecture of many aspects of gaming and betting in Ireland,' including a proposal that the country begin
Source: Gamingindustrymedia
PartyGaming Revenues Fall
Thu, 10th July
Competition from Euro 2008 along with the weather sees takings drop from the end of April.
Source: IGaming Business
Astraware Delivers Poker
Thu, 10th July
Latest casino update for mobile telephones includes Texas Hold‘em No Limit Poker.
Source: IGaming Business
Irish Bookmakers Suffer on Economy Slowdown
Thu, 10th July
On-course bookmakers in Ireland have seen a 14 percent drop in turnover in the first six months of 2008, compared with the same period in 2007, reports the Irish Examiner.
Source: Gamingindustrymedia
ICEi To Be Bigger Than Ever
Wed, 9th July
January remote gaming show in London to occupy 2,600 square metres of net floor space.
Source: IGaming Business
Minister Vetoes Svenska Spel Online Poker
Wed, 9th July
Finance Minster Anders Borg calls for tighter regulations of State-controlled monopoly in Sweden.
Source: IGaming Business
Guoco Increases Rank Stake
Wed, 9th July
Bidding war could be on the horizon as firm behind Grosvenor Casinos and Mecca Bingo is split apart.
Source: IGaming Business
Canada Considering Sportsbetting
Wed, 9th July
Change to Criminal Code would create casino sportsbooks to attract American and online bettors.
Source: IGaming Business
Clarion Launches Asian Gambling Briefing
Wed, 9th July
Clarion Gaming announces the launch of Asian Gambling Briefing, scheduled for Oct. 21-22 in Singapore. The two-day conference will take a look into the current legislative conditions and future prospects for gaming regulation in the region.
Source: Gamingindustrymedia