March 2008

Republicans Criticise UIGEA 

A raft of objections already submitted to the US Department of Treasury and the Federal Reserve criticising the Unlawful Internet Gambling Enforcement Act (UIGEA) has been joined by a letter from two Republican Senators. 

Premiere Entertainment Productions Buys DigiWave 

Premiere Entertainment Productions has signed a deal to acquire online gambling software developer Digiwave Solutions, subject to the approval of shareholders. 

Rousso’s Court Date Set 

A court date has been set for the lawyer who filed a motion challenging the constitutionality of a state law forbidding online gambling. 

William Hill Gets New CEO 

William Hill have announced the appointment of Ralph Topping as its new Chief Executive Officer after a five-month hunt. 

Online Bingo Mystery Buyer 

Parlay Entertainment's fate is still under speculation following the withdrawal of a $12.6 million offer by PEIC Acquisitions last week. 

Lobby Groups Spend Big 

Lobby group Covington and Burling LLP took almost $1.1 million from the National Football League (NFL) last year to sway the US Federal Government’s opinion. 

Storm Moves Into Costa Rica 

One of Russia’s largest casino operators, Storm International, has announced that it will open new venues in Armenia and Costa Rica later this year.