Archive for January, 2007

Jan
24
Filed Under (News Roundup) by Casino Man on 24-01-2007
All-day casinos ‘will add to gambler risk’
will be allowed to open their doors all day under new plans drawn up by the Government, which critics say could allow problem gamblers to lose money around the clock…….

Macau revenues rival Las Vegas
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Potato grower who gambled after lost chips
William Chase was one of Tesco’s largest suppliers of potatoes a decade ago, producing smooth, round, tasteless potatoes that the retailer liked….

How Ministers are opening the way for 24-hour gambling
will be allowed to open 24 hours a day because of a loophole in Labour’s gaming laws. Experts fear this will give problem gamblers the opportunity to lose money round the clock. They said Culture Secretary Tessa Jowell had ditched her pledge to protect the vulnerable from the dangers of casinos…

Poker Source Online helps maximize online poker play
It’s always nice in life when you can bank some extra goodies just for doing something you would have done regardless. Those sorts of opportunities don’t come around too often, though. One company, however, that can give you that opportunity… Continue . …

BestlineSports Acquires Leading Horse Racing Site Exactabet
As of last week, BestlineSports International is acquiring Exactabet.com; creating the most complete online wagering experience. Effective immediately, BestlineSports will be granted access to all Exactabet client databases and marketing tools. This acquisition will revolutionize the industry at a time… Continue . …



Jan
23
Filed Under (News Roundup) by Casino Man on 23-01-2007
Mirren hottest Oscar favourite ever - bookies
LONDON (Reuters) - Helen Mirren was installed by bookmakers on Tuesday as the hottest favourite in the history of the Oscars after being nominated for Best Actress for her regal portrayal in “The Queen.”Mirren lead a strong field of British……

Mirren hottest Oscar favourite ever - bookies
LONDON (Reuters) - Helen Mirren was installed by bookmakers on Tuesday as the hottest favourite in the history of the Oscars after being nominated for Best Actress for her regal portrayal in “The Queen.”Mirren lead a strong field of British……



Jan
23
Filed Under (News Roundup) by Casino Man on 23-01-2007
Gambling Habit Is Fun
Online and fans play more for excitement and entertainment than to win a fortune, according to a major study….



Jan
23
Filed Under (News Roundup) by Casino Man on 23-01-2007
Chips are down for internet betting tycoons
Just because George W Bush put his name to anti-gambling legislation does not mean that America has drawn a line on its pursuit of online companies. Harry Wallop and David Litterick in New York report…

Casinomeister Awards 32Red Best Online Casino
The top industry watchdog and player advocate Casinomeister has awarded 32Red his Best Online gong for the FOURTH consecutive year ­ an unparalleled success that rewards our commitment to ensure our customers receive the best experience available anywhere on the net. …

Sports Betting kiosks offer new way to wager
With the Super Bowl just two weeks away, sports books are getting a new way to wager on big games - ATM-style kiosks with flashing ads and touchscreens instead of the traditional sports book. Called “iSports Stand,” these… Continue . …



Jan
22
Filed Under (News Roundup) by Casino Man on 22-01-2007
US subpoenas bank records in gambling probe
In another step in its war on internet gambling, the US Department of Justice has subpoenaed records from at least four major Wall Street investment banks. From Reuters News Service - “The Sunday Times and Sunday Telegraph newspapers earlier reported… Continue . …



Jan
22
Filed Under (News Roundup) by Casino Man on 22-01-2007
Poker Site Traffic Plummets after Neteller Busts
PokerSiteScout.Com, an internet site tracking traffic on major sites, is showing a serious decline across the board in the wake of last week’s market changes. In the week of January 19th, only Absolute showed an increase in… Continue . …



Jan
22
Filed Under (News Roundup) by Casino Man on 22-01-2007
Online gaming takes a hit
Lunchtime report: Internet is under the cosh as US authorities step up their investigations into the industry. By Nick Fletcher….



Jan
22
Filed Under (News Roundup) by Casino Man on 22-01-2007
Nordic Buy Set To Boost Ladbrokes
has bought up its Nordic online gaming and partner, Sponsio, for a total of £40m.The acquisition is aimed at strengthening its position in the region, where spending per head on is among the highest in Europe….



Jan
22
Filed Under (News Roundup) by Casino Man on 22-01-2007
Minister: problem gambling could rise
A shake-up of laws could increase problem gambling, the Government minister in charge of the issue has conceded….

City anger at US authorities’ demands
American authorities are homing in on billions made by founders of now-illegal online companies….



Jan
21
Filed Under (News Roundup) by Casino Man on 21-01-2007
90 new casinos approved in two years
Ninety new casinos, the equivalent of ten supercasinos, have been approved in the UK in the last two years, according to minutes from the Commission…