The security services have been warned that the internet is increasingly being used to train terrorists, raise money and as the main form of media to promote radical Islam. Computer experts in al-Qaeda have created an *online University of Jihad* that is recruiting and training potential terrorists in Britain without them having to risk travelling […]
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The Interactive Media Entertainment and Gaming Association (iMEGA) announced that it was contacted by the Third Circuit Court of Appeals on the occasion of its response brief that was filed by the association in November last year in a legal challenge to declare the Unlawful Internet Gambling Enforcement Act (UIGEA) unconstitutional. The court informed the […]
On Tuesday, the U.S., the world, and the online gambling industry, all put their hopes and dreams for the future in President Barack Obama’s hands. There are many pressing issues for Obama to begin tackle. first and foremost is the economy, and that is what has the online community thrilled. In order to help fix […]
After months of anticipation – it looks as if the new year will at last see legalised online gambling in the Czech Republic. Radio Praha reports that after years of lobbying and promises to prevent minors from betting on their websites, the country’s five biggest bookies will soon receive permits from the Finance Ministry to introduce […]
Google AdWords is about to change, as the site recently announced a modification of its policy towards gambling. Affiliates of internet gambling sites can now bid on popular industry terms, such as *online poker,* according to a press release distributed Friday by Income Access. The opportunity, for the moment, is limited to the United Kingdom. […]
eCOGRA has extended its independent testing standards and monitoring services to include internet bingo, sportsbetting and live gambling operations, in addition to online casino and poker sites. The expansion means that eCOGRA now covers all major sectors in the online gambling industry with its ‘Safe and Fair’ certification seal. Operators in these new sectors will […]
Echeck deposits are quickly becoming the preferred method of deposit, especially among US players. Echecks, which are also known as Instant echecks, provide the safety and security of a paper check, with the speed speed and convenience of a credit card deposit. Currently there are only a few casinos accepting the echeck deposit method. echeck […]
Doyle Brunson is considered one of the legends of poker. His name comes up at poker games all across the US, whether they are being played in casinos or somebody’s living room. That may be why he wants his online poker site, Doyle’s Room, to be available to US players. Originally – Doyle’s Room was a […]
Casino operators are sure that Japan has what it takes to be a successful destination: a large and relatively wealthy population, a responsible government, and people who are constantly looking for new forms of entertainment. In Japan many forms of gambling are banned. There are no land based casinos and no online casinos operating out […]
Because of the recession, at least 14 states are considering allowing gambling or expanding existing gaming operations to plug state budget gaps. In most of these states, there has been fierce opposition to gambling, but with revenues from other sources dipping, resistance to games of chances as sources of revenues are easier to hurdle. The […]