Online Casino and Gambling News: 2010

Senator Rod Wright launches new Californian online poker bill

The legislative scene on internet gambling legalisation in California has been revitalised this week with a fresh attempt by the Morongo Band of Indians and its associates to legalise online poker and now a fresh attempt by Senator Rod Wright, who launched his SB45 proposal late Wednesday.

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Harry Reid speaks on poker legalisation bill

After a week of mainly reactive statements from members of his staff, Senator Harry Reid of Nevada issued a statement Thursday on his proposal to legalise online poker at the federal level. The senator's draft legislation has excited wide mainstream media coverage and political comment this week.

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EGBA files complaint with French Council of State

The European Gaming and Betting Association (EGBA) has filed a complaint with the Council of State in France asking for clarification of the nation’s sports ownership right.

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Russian politician drafts proposal to ban online gambling

According to reports in the Moscow News this week, Russian online gamblers can expect bad news in the near future as the politicians draft new laws banning online gambling, with provisions for punitive measures against anyone caught indulging in the pastime.

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Big freeze sees UK bingo clubs closing their doors

Heavy snow, freezing temperatures and disrupted road and rail commuter traffic have all been features of the early and unexpectedly bitter UK winter his year, with many seeking entertainment at home in preference to venturing out into the inclement weather.

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Greek unions demand participation in online gambling reform

UNI's affiliate in Greece, OESIK , the Hellenic federation of casino employees' unions, who represent 5000 employees in Greece, have submitted a resolution demanding the Greek Government - who was previously hostile on the issue of online gambling and have now done an about-turn - ban illegal online gambling operators as well as establish the gambling supervision commission with participation of trade union representatives.

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Change of ownership at Grande Vegas Casino

The Jackpot Capital Group has sold online casino Grande Vegas Casino for an undisclosed sum to Tigress Management Ltd. The purchase includes Grande Vegas Casino as well as its affiliate program.

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Four new Microgaming games including a Harley-riding Santa

Online gaming software provider Microgaming has released its latest games offering and includes innovative slots, roulette and a new addition to the Gold Series.

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Washington D.C. slips online poker legislation into state lottery bill

Taking most industry observers by surprise this week is news of an attempt to legalise online poker at the state level in Washington DC. Whilst Senator Harry Reid promotes his federal proposal to legalise online gambling, the Washington Times broke the news that the D.C. Council on Tuesday took a first step toward legalising online poker and fantasy sports gambling through the city lottery by incorporating the proposal into a massive bill aimed at plugging a $200 million budget gap.

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U.S. online poker bill could be tied to tax proposal

There's a sense of deja vu around the news that an attempt by Senator Harry Reid to legalise US online poker may depend on attaching the bill to other must-pass legislation before Congress quits its 2010 session.

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