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Online Gaming News
Second Online Bingo Awards Launched
14 Dec 2004
WhichBingo are very proud to announce the launch of the search for the 2004 Online Bingo ‘Site of the Year' and 'New Site of the Year'.
Mandalay Shareholders Approve Merger
13 Dec 2004
In a meeting that ended almost as quickly as it began, shareholders of Las Vegas-based Mandalay Resort Group on Friday approved their company's proposed $7.9 billion sale to local gaming giant MGM Mirage.
Powerball Jackpot Rises to $14 Million
13 Dec 2004
Since no one correctly matched all six numbers in Saturday's Powerball drawing the jackpot will grow to an estimated $14 million.
BetWWTS.com Releases Golden Globe Odds
13 Dec 2004
Less than an hour after the official nominations were announced earlier this morning, BetWWTS.com became the first bookmaker in the world to release odds on the 62nd Annual Golden Globe Awards.
Mega Millions Jackpot Raised to $17 Million
13 Dec 2004
There was no jackpot winner, so the Mega Millions jackpot is on the move and estimated at $17 million for the Tuesday, December 14, 2004 drawing.
Apprentice Betting Scandal Confirmed
13 Dec 2004
Suspicions of an insider betting scandal connected to the Apprentice were confirmed when the last two finalists were confirmed last night.
A Look at Two Video Poker Approaches
13 Dec 2004
News Brief: Today the Oregon Lottery owns nearly as many video poker machines as once had been illegal, raking in $528 million annually for the state's budget. South Carolina took the opposite approach an banned the machines outright.
Dover Downs Gaming Reports Results of Its Self Tender
13 Dec 2004
Based on a preliminary count by the depositary for the tender offer, 4,704,054 shares of Common Stock and 1,600,000 shares of Class A Common Stock, have been tendered.
Progressive Gaming International Opens New Office in Estonia
13 Dec 2004
Progressive Gaming International Corporation reports that it has established a new regional sales office in the Estonian capital of Tallinn.
Mandalay Stockholders Approve Merger
10 Dec 2004
Mandalay Resort Group reports that this morning at its 2004 annual meeting of stockholders the merger agreement between MGM Mirage and the company was approved by the company's stockholders.
Shuffle Master Revenues Up
10 Dec 2004
Focusing on its core business as a casino equipment supplier, Shuffle Master said Thursday the company grew its revenues 48 percent in the fourth quarter and 45 percent for fiscal 2004.
Litigation Could Hurt Alliance Gaming Stock
10 Dec 2004
Patent litigation brought by International Game Technology against rival slot machine manufacturer Alliance Gaming could be the latest adverse element affecting the company's slumping stock price, one gaming analyst said.
Youbet.com Names New VP
10 Dec 2004
Youbet.com, Inc. reports that Lonny T. Powell will join the company as Vice President-Public Affairs and General Manager of the Central Region.
Harrington on Hold 'Em -- Must Reading for No-Limit Tourney Play
10 Dec 2004
Howard Schwartz reviews "Harrington on Hold'em -- Volume 1 Strategic Play" by Dan Harrington.
Early, middle and late in poker lingo
10 Dec 2004
Mark Pilarski explains the importance of position in Texas Hold'em; the value of a startup hand in video poker; and the odds of getting three-of-a-kind with a need to draw two cards, a full house or a four-of-a-kind in video poker.
Shuffle Master, Inc. Reports Record Results
9 Dec 2004
Shuffle Master reports dfiluted earnings per share from continuing operations increased 29% to $0.27 and revenue increased 48% to $25.9 million for Q4.
Manitoba Lottery Profits Up
9 Dec 2004
News Brief: Officials are crediting new video lottery terminals for an increase in profits at the Manitoba Lotteries Corporation.
CyberSportsBook Launches New Product
9 Dec 2004
CyberSportsBook.com is launching the latest technological advancement in the world of online sports gambling, with its PXP -- Live Play by Play Wagering betting product.
Wynn Seeks Macau Expansion
9 Dec 2004
Instead of developing second and third Macau properties with other hotel owners, Steve Wynn says the power of Macau is too valuable to sell, and that he'll build at least one, and possibly two properties on the island.
Exec: Encouraging Diversity Can Help Bottom Line
9 Dec 2004
The head of the MGM Mirage's diversity program says having same-sex benefits available may be the difference in a recruitment battle with a competitor.
Poker Royale Show Makes Strong Debut
9 Dec 2004
GSN's new original casino themed series, Poker Royale: The WPPA Championship debuted last night with a solid ratings performance of 0.6.
$171 Million Powerball Ticket Sold in Pennsylvania
9 Dec 2004
Some lucky Powerball player from Pennsylvania has more than $171 million extra to help with shopping this holiday season.
Scientific Games Reports Receipt of Requisite Consents, Pricing of Tender Offer
9 Dec 2004
Scientific Games Corporation reports that, in connection with the tender offer and consent solicitation for its outstanding 12-1/2% Senior Subordinated Notes due 2010, it has received sufficient consents from the registered holders of outstanding Notes to amend the indenture governing the Notes.
IGT Files Patent Infringement Lawsuit Against Alliance
8 Dec 2004
International Game Technology confirmed today that it has filed a patent infringement lawsuit against Alliance Gaming Corporation and its Bally Gaming, Inc. and Bally Gaming International, Inc. subsidiaries in the Federal District Court in Las Vegas.
Pokies Addicts to Sue for Loss
8 Dec 2004
International News Brief: Pokies addicts may sue Tattersall's, Tabcorp, Crown casino and the Victorian Government in an Australian-first class action.
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