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Online Betting Exchanges NewsSportXction Expands into TurkeyWEST PATERSON, New Jersey – (PRESS RELEASE) -- Interactive Systems
U.S. Appeals WTO Ruling(PRESS RELEASE) -- The U.S. appealed a World Trade Organization ruling that American legislation criminalizing online betting violates its own commitments to the WTO in a case that may shake up a global industry worth $6 billion.Antigua, a Caribbean island nation of 67, 800, won its WTO case against the U.S. in November. Internet companies in Antigua, which developed online gambling to boost a tourism-dependent economy rebuilding after a series of hurricanes, handle a quarter of online bets in the global industry. Elvis Odds On For 1000th Number One-bookies All Shook UpUK -- (PRESS RELEASE) -- After taking a number of large bets, bookies William Hill have slashed the odds on Elvis having the 1000th No.1 this weekend from Even money to a 1/8 near certainty. On Sunday Elvis racked up his 19th number 1 single and this weeks release of One Night looks almost certain to rack up his 20th No.1 on Sunday. There are a number of other contenders who are in with a sporting chance and Hills make Ciara, a 19 year old R & B act from the States, joint second favourite with the Scissor Sisters at 14/1. The outsiders include The Killers 20/1, Steve Brookstein 25/1 and the Roosters at 33/1"Last week we were offering Even money that Elvis would have the 1000th number one but we had not factored in the fanatical nature of Elvis fans. Judging by the weight of money that we have seen for Elvis it looks like the Elvis juggernaut is definitely on the road. That said, we probably owe Elvis fans a payout as we have a taken a number of bets over the years on Elvis to be found alive which is currently 1000/1." said Hills spokesman Rupert Adams Gambling Machines Save William Hill From SportLONDON – As reported by Reuters: "Gambling machines have helped offset a string of unfavourable sporting results at Britain's second-biggest betting shop chain William Hill, the group says."The company, which runs around 1, 600 betting shops and offers telephone and online gambling, said on Monday its second-half results had been hit by poor soccer results and 'less favourable' horse racing results. Internet Users Take a Gamble in Unique Online Grammy Awards PoolsLONDON, UK -- ((PRESS RELEASE) -- Grammy nominee, Sheryl Crow, will be radiant in a stunning black or grey number as she picks up Best Female Pop Vocal Performance at the upcoming Grammy Awards, according to punters on celebrity pool betting site www.anybets.com.69% of punters predict the international pop diva will win the award for her performance of The First Cut is the Deepest at odds 1:1.25 US dollars. And 79% believe that the category winner will be at the ceremony to accept the award with 37% predicting that she will be wearing a black or grey outfit. Punters who have backed that the winning artist will not be present will win a whopping US$22.92 per US$1 bet placed. Online Betting Pool Raises One Office's Super Bowl StakesLONDON, UK -- (PRESS RELEASE) -- Jane can't believe how the Super Bowl betting Rocketpool.com Launches Office Pool FeatureNEW YORK – (PRESS RELEASE) -- Rocketpool.com has launched a fun and innovative way to manage Rocketpool.com Launches Online Office Pools SystemNEW YORK -- (PRESS RELEASE) -- Rocketpool.com BetWWTS.com Offers Odds on NHL 2005-06 SeasonST. JOHN'S, Antigua – (PRESS RELEASE) -- With Commissioner Gary BetWWTS.com Offers Odds on NBA MVPST. JOHN'S, Antigua – (PRESS RELEASE) -- The first half of the NBA Winslet Favoured for People Magazine's 'Best Dressed' at OscarsLondon, UK -- (PRESS RELEASE) -- Betting is already underway for this year's Academy Awards. But what's hot at the bookmaker's is not who's best in Hollywood. The title of 'Best Dressed' Actress in a Leading Role nominee is where people are putting their money, and the action is at international celebrity poll betting site AnyBets.com.Hilary Swank, Annette Bening, Imelda Staunton, Catalina Sandino Moreno and Kate Winslet are all in a race for the Best Actress Oscar this year, but betting on People magazine's Best Dressed List is where the real action is taking place! AnyBets.com Revolutionizes Internet Gaming with Poll BettingLONDON, UK -- (PRESS RELEASE) -- Poll betting is a new cross-breed of consumer poll and pool betting that is not only making a splash on the betting market, but proving itself the most accurate form of consumer survey.International pool betting site, AnyBets.com has created poll betting, which gives consumers an opportunity to put their money where their mouth is, by backing their votes on topical issues and events with a monetary incentive. European Betting Exchange Launches Online SiteLONDON -- (PRESS RELEASE) -- The European Betting Exchange Plc. Betfair.com Wins License in MaltaMALTA – As reported by Silicon.com: " Online betting exchange Betfair.com has been awarded a licence to operate out of Malta which will enable it to offer services which UK gambling legislation currently inhibits."The company says it will be running 'peer-to-peer games', which UK taxation and related costs currently make cost-prohibitive. Betfair declined to comment further on what this may entail, saying there will likely be a launch later this year of 'an innovative exchange-based product'. PoserFish.com Launches P2P NetworkSAN JOSE, Costa Rica – (PRESS RELEASE) -- On August 13th, 2005, Namtiori Launches BetOnBourse GameNAHARIYA, Israel – (PRESS RELEASE) -- Namtiori Ltd., one of the most sought after online entertainment innovators, is poised to revolutionize the online gaming industry with the introduction of BetOnBourse, a unique Stock Exchange platform betting game that delivers fast action, moment by moment excitement, and up-front profits for operators."The terms 'Legal' and 'Gambling' sound highly unlikely together, " says Ilya Roitman, CEO of Namtiori Ltd. "But BetOnBourse's No Fear/No Risk wagering system makes it a reality. This game platform is a unique response to the failure of standard online gaming to provide high entertainment value coupled with prudent betting practices. BetOnBourse succeeds in combining electrifying entertainment and skill-based gaming with responsible gambling." Website Attracts Japanese GamblersJAPAN – As reported by the Asahi News: "A new type of Web site has proved to be a gambler's online paradise. No ante is required, the topics of the bets range from baseball games to gasoline prices, and the only thing that can be lost is a bit of pride."And so far, there have been no problems with the country's strict gambling laws. Gamebookers Launch Greek VersionLONDON – (PRESS RELEASE) -- Gamebookers today announced the launch of Youwager.com Launches P2P SystemSAN JOSE, Costa Rica – (PRESS RELEASE) -- It's Sunday afternoon and Tasmanian Online Betting ApprovedTASMANIA – As reported by the Australian: "Australian punters will be able to legally bet against each other online within weeks, after Tasmania's upper house yesterday approved a licensing regime for betting exchanges."Independents in the state's Legislative Council passed the Lennon Labor Government's legislation paving the way for the British-based Betfair to get a licence to operate in Australia. PicksPal.com Picks Kansas CityMOUNTAIN VIEW, California – (PRESS RELEASE) -- PicksPal.com, the only free, weekly game that provides sports fans with Matchbook Officially Launches Exchange Betting Site in North America(PRESS RELEASE) -- Matchbook (www.matchbook.com) announced today that it has officially launched its online exchange betting gaming site, following its successful spring 2005 beta launch. The organization is now positioned to compete aggressively for the $100 billion North American sports betting market.Unlike conventional bookmaking where the "house" accepts bets from clients and usually collects a five to 10 percent commission, exchange betting allows clients to eliminate the bookmaker and bet directly against one another. The result is radically lower transaction costs, as Matchbook only charges a two percent commission. In essence, Matchbook's role is reduced to that of a clearing house, no different from other electronic exchanges such as the Chicago Mercantile Exchange or NASDAQ. Dynamite Idea, Vernonsgames Launch Fixed Odds Betting Games(PRESS RELEASE) -- Dynamite Idea, the innovative fixed odds e-gaming developer has teamed up with Vernons, in conjunction with gambling system partner Orbis Technology, to launch a suite of innovative fixed odds betting games.There are 3 initial games. 'Trio Hi Lo', the unique Hi Lo game on which Dynamite Idea has secured a patent, remains one of the most popular fixed odds betting games in the market. The player predicts if the next number will be higher or lower, uniquely selecting from a choice of 3-reels. 'Break the Bank' is a Hi Lo game featuring a single dial surrounded by numbers from zero to nine. Bet Hi or Lo and once you have unlocked the first cashpot you can continue playing on a no-lose basis! Use the bonuses to help you climb the money ladder all the way to the jackpot! 'Battlesheeps' features a game board of twenty-five squares, eight of which will be hit by mint sauce mortars. The player predicts which squares will be safe for up to eleven of their sheep and the more they risk, the higher their winnings. Online gambling activists fighting back in WashingtonThe state of Washington turned heads in June of 2006 by making Internet gambling a Class C felony, punishable by up to five years in prison and a fine of up to $10, 000.And that was just for the players. |
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