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Cake Poker, Bwin.Party, and Chris Christie - APCW Perspectives

J. Todd — Sat, 12 May 2012 19:55:21 +0000

It’s been a busy week of online gambling news, including trouble in New Jersey, new deals in California, and buy outs in Poker.

WTO Dispute Still Not Settled - APCW Perspectives

J. Todd — Sat, 05 May 2012 03:33:40 +0000

It’s a global gambling show, with industry news from England, France, Belgium, Germany, Antigua, and the USA! Stories include licensing, trade disputes, and the collapse of a spread betting firm.

Oh California, New Jersey, and Canada - APCW Perspectives

J. Todd — Mon, 16 Apr 2012 11:53:03 +0000

This week we again visit the regulated online poker situation in both California and New Jersey, plus big news for Internet gambling from Manitoba, Canada. Also, a look ahead to what’s coming up over the next several weeks.

PokerStars FTWynn? - APCW Perspectives Weekly

J. Todd — Fri, 01 Apr 2011 12:29:13 +0000

This week we cover another step toward online gambling regulation in the United States, as the announcement came that Poker Stars and Wynn Resorts have reached an agreement to work together! Also, updates on the upcoming iGaming Super Show and the latest from eCOGRA.

Carruthers Changes Guilty Plea, Delaware=Bogus + PitbullPerspectives Weekly

J. Todd — Mon, 05 Oct 2009 02:53:31 +0000

We have two major news stories in online gambling. The first is that former BetOnSports CEO David Carruthers has withdrawn his guilty plea in Missouri. And the second is the closing of Pitbull Poker, with rumors of criminal activity and arrests in Costa Rica. Those stories and other industry news.

New Online Gambling Indictment, Legislation Perspectives Weekly

J. Todd — Fri, 07 Aug 2009 19:20:55 +0000

Ed. Note: Will be curious to see what gets more views — the latest episode of Perspectives Weekly or Face the Ace. LOL. -dm

Breaking News! A grand jury has just indicted an online gambling payment processor! Plus, a New Jersey Senator rolls out new poker legislation, and affiliate programs change their Terms & Conditions!

French Government and the NFL Don’t Want You to Gamble (Unless They Get Their Cut) Perspectives Weekly

J. Todd — Fri, 31 Jul 2009 17:56:08 +0000

We cover industry news from France to the United States, as professional sports leagues & governments have a dramatic affect on gambling. The NFL joining with others to sue the state of Delaware? Plus, an announcement about Bodog.

Payment Processors Fight BackPerspectives Weekly

J. Todd — Sun, 19 Jul 2009 02:10:04 +0000

The American Government recently froze over $30 Million belonging to online poker players, and now a payment processor is fighting back! Plus, the British betting company Betfair prepares to bring legal online gambling to the US!

Barney Frank’s Timeline + Prepping for Protectionism Perspectives Weekly

J. Todd — Sat, 11 Jul 2009 16:36:20 +0000

This week we look at Representative Barney Frank’s visit to the World Series of Poker where he inspired the Main Event crowd! Plus we have industry news from 888.com and the iMega Group.

Online Gambling News from the US, EU, and UKPerspectives Weekly (June 26, 2009)

J. Todd — Sun, 05 Jul 2009 18:34:25 +0000

Editor’s Note: The previous week’s episode never made it up on Pokerati … but it should’ve — particularly as we enter into a summer-fall of political discourse on the plusses and minuses of online gambling regulation. Specifically, check out about 7 minutes in, where J Todd discusses how our good friends at Betfair were able to help protect the integrity of tennis by alerting authorities to a noticeably heavy bet-load on an obscure Wimbledon match.

Three more guilty pleas in the BetOnSports case in the United States, and the European Commission is now warning the American government to reconsider its ban on online gambling. Plus, industry news from Antigua and Wimbledon.

Web Filtering and Delays in the Frank Bill Perspectives Weekly

J. Todd — Sat, 04 Jul 2009 02:57:29 +0000

Internet filtering software specifically targeting online gambling sites is here! Plus, why is the Barney Frank Bill about to be delayed up to two months?

Where Is the Barney Frank Bill? Perspectives Weekly

J. Todd — Tue, 23 Jun 2009 16:47:57 +0000

Is the American Mass Media hurting our helping the online gambling industry? Plus, what is the status of the Barney Frank Bill and its attempt to overturn the UIGEA?

Uncle Sam Grabs the Cash, and Minnesota Blinks! Perspectives Weekly

J. Todd — Sat, 13 Jun 2009 07:23:44 +0000

Are you one of the 24,000 online poker players missing their cash outs? Well the US Government has your money, and they’re laughing all the way to the bank! Get the scoop on this story, plus the state of Minnesota comes to a decision in their fight to ban internet gambling within it’s borders.

Kentucky, iMega, and Denmark in Online Gambling News Perspectives Weekly

J. Todd — Sat, 06 Jun 2009 01:35:24 +0000

Let’s get ready to rumble! It’s time for the next round in the battle of iMega vs. the State of Kentucky! Not only that, but this week we show video evidence of Governor Steve Beshear’s true motivations for banning online gambling in that state! Also, we have online gambling news from Intertops, Microsoft, and Denmark! What a show!

Cybersecurity Act, Harrah’s Interactive, NFL Lotto Perspectives Weekly

J. Todd — Fri, 29 May 2009 20:48:59 +0000

Why has the well respected online casino, Intertops, parted company with the worlds largest online gaming software provider, Microgaming? Find out why, and see what Harrah’s Entertainment and the National Football League are up to!

The New American Threat and EU Gaming NewsPerspectives Weekly

J. Todd — Sat, 23 May 2009 13:37:54 +0000

News every American needs to hear! If you thought the UIGEA and Patriot Act were bad, you won’t believe what your government has for you next! Plus, European online gaming news from Scotland, Holland, and Switzerland.

Minnesota vs. Online Gambling; Barney Frank, Wire Act to the Rescue? Perspectives Weekly

J. Todd — Fri, 01 May 2009 19:20:10 +0000

The state of Minnesota has decided to use the 1961 Federal Wire Act to target the online gaming industry, at the very same time Representative Barney Frank has decided to target the UIGEA for repeal! All this and a friendly warning for players and webmasters.

Washington vs. PR Web, Bodog Geotargeting, Danish Poker Capitalism Perspectives Weekly

J. Todd — Fri, 24 Apr 2009 22:22:17 +0000

Why was the Washington State Gambling Commission ordering PR Web to cease and desist? And what’s the good news from the Bodog camp? We cover these stories, plus interesting online gambling news from Europe.

Mitch Garber and Other Online Gambling News Perspectives Weekly

J. Todd — Sun, 19 Apr 2009 05:57:40 +0000

With all the conflicting stories on the web, what are the real chances of online gambling regulation in the United States? Plus, we look at taking a bite out of the Grand Prive Affiliates, and other industry news including the launch of a brand new online casino!

Let’s Try Something Different Perspectives Weekly

J. Todd — Fri, 10 Apr 2009 22:16:31 +0000

In one of the most unique episodes of Perspectives Weekly ever, we discuss major industry news as former Bet on Sports CEO David Carruthers enters a plea in St. Louis. Plus, we follow-up on Party Gaming’s deal with the US Department of Justice, and the National Footbal League’s takes a strategic aim at our industry.