As reported by the Globe and Mail: “The burgeoning U.S. on-line gambling industry must stop resorting to tactics aimed at evading government regulation, and prepare for a future in which it will have no choice but to deal with it, says a cyberspace legal expert. “‘My argument is that it’s a mistake to bet the […]
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With Mike Sexton and Vince Van Patten, the WORLD POKER TOUR (WPT) captured lightning in a bottle. The chemistry between these two personalities – one veteran poker pro and one Hollywood personality with a passion for poker – has been a major factor in the Travel Channel show’s success. Now WPT Enterprises, Inc. creator of […]
The World Poker Tour recently released the third in its series of books on poker, In the Money by Antonio “The Magician” Esfandiari. The book takes a different approach than many of the recent poker books on the market, providing readers with a guide on how to become a winning Texas Hold’em cash game player.By […]
As reported by the Bellingham Herald (Washington): “The Nooksack Tribe plans to open a casino in March near the Canadian border between the Lynden and Sumas crossings. “The 35,800-square-foot Northwood Crossing Casino is expected to create 250 jobs with a $6 million payroll. Anyone can apply for jobs, although Nooksack tribal members would get preference..”The […]
As reported by the (Cleveland) Plain Dealer: “Radio host Bruce Drennan’s gravelly voice was a barely audible whisper Tuesday when he pleaded guilty in U.S. District Court to not paying taxes on his gambling winnings. “The longtime broadcaster on Cleveland sports radio stations will probably serve five months in prison and five months of house […]
Endemol Gaming plans to build on the UK group’s strategic relationships with key players in the gaming industry to bring mass-market entertainment to the sector. Brian Macsweeney and Sarah Bellamy have been respectively promoted to Creative Director and Managing Director of the new division. Through its digital media arm Victoria Real, Endemol UK has already […]
As reported by the Tribune-Review (Pennsylvania): “The former kingpin of Western Pennsylvania’s largest video poker empire was sent back to federal prison Wednesday for returning to his old ways — running an illegal gambling operation and associating with known felons. “John Francis ‘Duffy’ Conley, 43, of the South Side, was sentenced to four years by […]
After last night’s elimination of Elliott Yamin, the fifth edition of American Idol has reached the grand finale with two remaining contestants vying for a major recording contract and the adoration of millions. While the hit reality series has drawn nearly 30 million viewers each week it’s also become the most popular entertainment event for […]
Fuel prices are nearing a ‘tipping point’ that could deter Americans from taking summer vacations, the head of one of the nation’s largest travel trade groups said Thursday. “I am concerned about a number of economic indicators with gasoline prices and the pocket-book impact they’re having,” said Suzanne Cook, senior vice president of research for […]
Networked gaming specialist Octavian has expanded its team with the appointment of Helen Hedgeland as Head of Marketing. Hedgeland joins Octavian’s corporate team having already worked for Octavian for three years in a senior role at Octavian’s lead marketing agency. Prior to this she was an account director at Nettec (now LB Icon), where she […]
The Flamingo Laughlin was expected to change ownership this morning after the gaming arm of the Carl Icahn-controlled American Real Estate Partners received Nevada regulators’ approval to operate the Colorado River community’s largest casino. The Nevada Gaming Commission took only 20 minutes Thursday to approve American Real Estate Partners’ $170 million purchase of the Flamingo […]
As reported by the Press of Atlantic City : ” “… Two of the country’s most notorious slot cheaters will not be welcome in Atlantic City’s casinos. “Following similar action two years ago by their Nevada counterparts, New Jersey gaming regulators voted Wednesday to bar the swindlers from ever stepping foot inside the 12 casino […]
Betting on football is by no means new – quite the opposite. It’s one of the oldest sports betting forms across Europe. But when 3BWin (www.3bwin.com) opens for business, it’s coming with a fresh approach and a promise to completely transform sports betting. 3BWin has been receptive to betting trends, and has understood that fewer […]
As reported by the Evening Times (UK): “But Harrah, one of the world’s largest gaming companies, can only go-ahead can if the government allows several supercasinos to be built across Britain. “The Las Vegas casino group today announced its plans to turn Bowling in Dunbartonshire into a gambling mecca for international high-rollers. “. the US […]