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 <title><![CDATA[<b>CAP New Trade Show in Australia</b>]]></title>
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<description><![CDATA[Casino Affiliate Programs wants to welcome you all to the First Annual Trade Show in the Down Under!!! Welcome to Sydney Australia!<br />
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IRVINE, CA – October 3, 2008 – CasinoAffiliatePrograms.com (CAP), a leading online marketing resource and community website for Internet casino affiliates, has announced a new annual affiliate marketing conference to be held in Australia , kicking off in November of this year.  <br />
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 Taking place at Sydney’s premium, five-star Shangri-La hotel from November 25th to 28th, CAP Down Under will be not only the first Australian-based conference held by CasinoAffiliatePrograms.com, but also the first ever iGaming conference in that country held by any party, according to company representatives.  <br />
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 The conference is designed to bring to Australia the world-class speakers, interactive discussion panels, and high-powered networking and industry socializing that have become synonymous with the CAP Euro events (held annually in both London and Barcelona ). <br />
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 The event is being held partially in response to members of its highly trafficked CAP member Forums, a social networking community administered on the main CAP site that boasts more than 7,000 members, an industry-leading figure.  <br />
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 “The aim of CAP Down Under 2008 is to provide a relaxed atmosphere where affiliates and affiliate managers can network, learn, and come together for one common cause: to make the iGaming affiliate industry the best affiliate industry in the world,” commented Alex Pratt, an organizer for the event.  <br />
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 “Like all CAP events, we’re hosting this exciting conference in one of the best hotels available: Sydney ’s premium 5-star Shangri-La hotel, in beautiful Sydney harbor,” added Mr. Pratt. “And we’ve negotiated some incredible rates for this world-class hotel, as well.”<br />
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 According to the event’s website, the conference will offer: <br />
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•         A dedicated exhibition where affiliates and webmasters can meet, negotiate, and network with affiliate managers and management from the top online sites in Australia and all around the world; <br />
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•         World-class speaker sessions focusing on the Australian and Asian markets;<br />
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•         Round-table discussions between operators and affiliates; <br />
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•         Candid and open discussions on the industry’s most important issues; and  <br />
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•         Sponsored networking activities and parties every evening. <br />
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 “Whether you’re an affiliate, an affiliate manager, or a vendor,” stated Lou Fabiano, Founder and President of CAP, “This conference will be a must-attend event for you and your team.” <br />
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 As with all CAP events, CAP Down Under is free to all CAP, PAP and GPWA affiliates. For more details, please visit http://www.capdownunder.com. <br />
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 About CAP Down Under<br />
CAP Down Under is a four-day trade show organized by CasinoAffiliatePrograms.com and iGaming Business that gathers the top names in the iGaming affiliate marketing community together in Australia for the first time ever. Like the company’s other popular and highly successful conferences in London and Barcelona , CAP Down Under boasts exhibitors from all corners of the globe, with many of the industry's brightest stars among them. For more information on CAP Down Under, please visit http://www.capdownunder.com.<br />
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 About CasinoAffiliatePrograms.com<br />
Founded in 1999, CasinoAffiliatePrograms.com (CAP) is the largest and longest-running online gaming affiliate resource, featuring an active community forum, chat rooms, marketing tools, industry news/articles, scam alerts, and many more industry-specific tools and services for affiliate marketers. The company offers its signature CAP Certification Process as a means to protect players, affiliates marketers, and the integrity of the online gaming industry as a whole. For more information, please visit http://www.casinoaffiliateprograms.com.<br />
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Looking forward to seeing all of you in the Down Under!!! Sounds like it will be alot of FUN!!<br />
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 <pubDate>Fri, 3 Oct 2008 15:55:19 -0500</pubDate>
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 <title><![CDATA[<b>First Casino in Russia and CIS Signed by CryptoLogic</b>]]></title>
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<description><![CDATA[CryptoLogic is award winning downloadable casino software to be offered in new market.<br />
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Here is the Press Release:<br />
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October 2, 2008 (Dublin, IRELAND) – CryptoLogic Limited, a leading software developer to the global Internet gaming market, has signed an exclusive licensing agreement with Kurastica, a spin off of a major international operating company with extensive experience in the gaming marketplace that does business in the Commonwealth of Independent States (CIS). Under the multi-year multi-million dollar deal, the company will begin offering CryptoLogic’s award-winning Internet casino software, through a number of channels, to players beginning in the first quarter of 2009.<br />
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“One of CryptoLogic’s goals is to expand into new markets, where we can bring players the best global gaming software — tailored to specific needs,” said Brian Hadfield , CryptoLogic’s President and CEO. “With a deep-rooted gaming culture, vast population and fast-growing Internet economy, the CIS is a very promising market. And with a seasoned local partner, CryptoLogic will bring players a truly exceptional entertainment experience.”<br />
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Kurastica’s parent company had established successful gaming businesses in Russia , the Ukraine , Kazakhstan , Armenia , Georgia , Belorussia and other countries. Their management and staff include experienced professionals from gaming clubs and casinos, as well as creative experts in the Internet casino space.  <br />
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With more than 200 games, CryptoLogic has one of the most comprehensive casino suites on the Internet today, earning rave reviews from industry peers and players alike. In February 2008, CryptoLogic earned Gambling Online Magazine’s Top Casino Software award for the third consecutive year. Based on the votes of players around the world, it is widely considered the industry’s top honour.<br />
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“This breakthrough into the CIS is another clear demonstration of our success in adapting CryptoLogic’s software for different customers, different players and different markets,” added Justin Thouin , CryptoLogic’s Vice President of Product Management and Business Development.<br />
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About CryptoLogic (<b><a href="http://www.cryptologic.com">www.cryptologic.com</a></b>)<br />
Focused on integrity and innovation, CryptoLogic Limited is a world-leading, blue-chip public developer and supplier of Internet gaming software. Its leadership in regulatory compliance makes it one of the very few companies with gaming software that is certified to strict standards similar to land-based gaming. WagerLogic Limited, a wholly-owned subsidiary of CryptoLogic, is responsible for the licensing of its gaming software and services to blue-chip customers who offer their games around the world to non-U.S. based players.  For information on WagerLogic, visit www.wagerlogic.com.<br />
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 <pubDate>Thu, 2 Oct 2008 13:48:22 -0500</pubDate>
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 <title><![CDATA[<b>Payments Partnership with Ivobank and Unibet</b>]]></title>
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<description><![CDATA[Partnerships are always good, and even better when it gives online banking to players.<br />
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24th September 2008, London, UK: Ivobank, the UK’s newest online bank, has partnered with online gaming giant Unibet to offer fast and secure online payment and banking services to its customers. <br />
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Ivobank will be rolled out as a payment option to Unibet’s customers on country-by-country basis, starting with Spain. Unibet is one of the largest online gaming operators in the European market, with 2.5 million customers in 150 countries. It offers an online sportsbook, casino, poker, games and scratch cards.<br />
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“Our partnership with Unibet presents a fantastic opportunity for us,” said Martin Peterlechner, Director of Commercial Development at Ivobank. “Unibet is a great brand and business to be working with in gaming, and we’re looking forward to giving unrivalled service to Unibet and its customers.” <br />
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Ivobank has specifically tailored its products and services to minimise costs for gaming merchants and gamers and offer them a higher level of service. <br />
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Daniel Alsén, CIO and Head of Business Development at Unibet said: “It’s Ivobank’s ability to indemnify and settle funds immediately at anytime that is a big plus for us, as well as offering our customers competitive interest rates.”<br />
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By using Ivobank, Unibet’s customers will benefit from: <br />
•                     Secure and fast online payments<br />
•                     Competitive rates of interest on deposits held with Ivobank (up to 4.5% AER)<br />
•                     Fast and free online payments to friends and family<br />
•                     The Ivobank Virtual Card that can be used securely online wherever MasterCard is accepted<br />
•                     24/7 customer support via telephone, online Live Chat and secure email<br />
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Unibet customers can apply for an Ivobank account online at: www.ivobank.com or can access Ivobank’s payment service through the Unibet website by logging onto: www.unibet.com. Ivobank accounts are free to sign up to and require no minimum deposit.  <br />
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About Ivobank<br />
Ivobank is an online bank providing secure and reliable payments and money transfer services designed to meet the needs of online businesses and customers. Ivobank offers competitive rates of interest on funds held. Ivobank is authorised and regulated by the Financial Services Authority. <br />
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Registered in England and Wales No. 5486286. VAT registered No. 885 4431 94<br />
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© Ivobank Ltd. 2008. All rights reserved.<br />
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About Unibet<br />
Unibet was founded in 1997 and is an online gambling company is listed on OMX Nordic Exchange in Stockholm. Unibet is one of the largest privately-owned gambling operators in the European market and provides services in 20 languages through www.unibet.com. Today, Unibet has more than 2.5 million customers in over 100 countries. Unibet is a member of the EGBA, European Gaming and Betting Association, RGA, Remote Gambling Association in the UK and is certified by G4, Global Gaming Guidance Group. <br />
In December 2008, Unibet acquired Maria Holdings, the largest online bingo operator in the Nordic market. <br />
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More information about Unibet Group plc can be found on <b><a href="http://www.unibetgroupplc.com ">www.unibetgroupplc.com </a></b><br />
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For more information on Ivobank, please visit<b> <a href="http://www.ivobank.com">www.ivobank.com</a></b><br />
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 <pubDate>Wed, 24 Sep 2008 13:03:11 -0500</pubDate>
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 <title><![CDATA[<b>Named as Platium Sponsor for CAP Euro, Was PartyPartners</b>]]></title>
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<description><![CDATA[IRVINE, CA – August 11, 2008 – CasinoAffiliatePrograms.com (CAP), a leading online marketing resource and community website for Internet casino affiliates, has announced that PartyPartners.com will be the exclusive Platinum Sponsor for CAP Euro: Barcelona, an industry-wide conference that will be held September 25 - 28, 2008. <br />
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One of Internet gaming’s most celebrated events, CAP Euro is a four-day trade show organized by CasinoAffiliatePrograms.com to bring together the top names in the iGaming affiliate marketing community. The fourth such conference organized by CAP and iGaming Business, CAP Euro: Barcelona is shaping up to be the biggest CAP Euro event yet. So far, more than 50 exhibitors from all corners of the globe have signed up for the conference, with many of the industry’s brightest stars among them. <br />
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“PartyPartners.com and Affclub.com are very excited to be the Platinum Sponsor at this year’s CAP Euro conference,” commented Sabin Brooks, PartyPartners’ Group Marketing Director. “We feel this will be the biggest and most promising affiliate event yet and we look forward to meeting with all of our existing affiliates as well as potential new partners. “ <br />
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“Affiliate relationships are a dynamic part of our business,” added Brooks. “We have been working very hard on rolling out new products, especially on PartyCasino.com, which now features games themed on Saturday Night Fever and Mission: Impossible. Along with the enhancement of our product suite, we have exciting promotions to offer our affiliates and we can’t wait to share these revenue earning opportunities at this event.” <br />
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PartyPartners is the official affiliate marketing network for PartyGaming Brands, an online gaming corporation that encompasses PartyPoker.com, PartyCasino.com, PartyGammon.com, PartyBingo.com, PartyBets.com, GameBookers.com, and EmpirePoker.com. Founded in 1997 and based in Gibraltar, the company is one of the world’s leading listed online gaming companies. <br />
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For more information on CAP Euro: Barcelona, please visit www.capeuro.com. For more information on PartyPartners, please visit www.partypartners.com.  <br />
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About CAP Euro: Barcelona<br />
CAP Euro: Barcelona is a three-day event organized by iGaming Business and CasinoAffiliatePrograms.com specifically designed to bring together the top affiliate minds in the internet gaming industry through intense networking and education. The event takes place directly after EIG from Jan 25th – 28th and is free of charge for affiliates to attend –  Further information can be found at www.capeuro.com <br />
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About iGaming Business<br />
iGaming Business is the number one trade publication for the online gambling industry. Its comprehensive editorial covers existing and emergent technologies, events and progressions in the iGaming industry. Read by more than 7,000 iGaming professionals, iGaming Business is the most widely read publication in the sector.   <br />
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About CasinoAffiliatePrograms.com:<br />
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CasinoAffiliatePrograms.com is the largest and longest-running online gaming affiliate resource, featuring an active community forum, chat rooms, affiliate marketing tools, industry news/articles, scam alerts and a rigorous and distinguished certification process for online casino affiliate programs. For more information, please visit http://www.casinoaffiliateprograms.com.<br />
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 <pubDate>Tue, 12 Aug 2008 11:24:29 -0500</pubDate>
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 <title><![CDATA[<b>Betonsports: If you are Owed Money, Please Step Forward</b>]]></title>
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<description><![CDATA[If you played on Betonsports, and never got your money, they are asking for you to please come forward. There are a lot of you out there still waiting on your pay! Go to the address at end of this page and ask for it!<br />
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BETONSPORTS: PLEA FOR OWED PLAYERS TO STEP FORWARD<br />
Liquidators provide update showing $25 million shortfall<br />
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With former CEO David Carruthers and founder Gary Kaplan still confined and awaiting trial, the mid-July 2006 shutdown of online gambling group BetonSports was again in the spotlight this weekend, with the liquidators of the failed group giving interested parties an update.<br />
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Peter Wastell and Nigel Hamilton-Smith of Vantis plc, who were appointed liquidators of Betonsports (Antigua) Ltd, a subsidiary of BetOnSports plc, in November 2007, especially appealed to any owed players who have not yet submitted a claim to step forward.<br />
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Betonsports (Antigua) Ltd was the operating company within the BetonSports group responsible for the individual gaming contracts and betting transactions with the players, primarily in the United States of America. Vantis was appointed by the Financial Services Regulatory Commission (FSRC) of Antigua and Barbuda to liquidate what remained of the company following its shutdown by US Department of Justice action.<br />
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Vantis Business Recovery Services, a subsidiary of Vantis plc was also appointed to act as Liquidators of BetonSports plc, the parent company in the United Kingdom, on 16 May 2007, and Liquidators of three other subsidiary companies in the group on 15 August 2007. <br />
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BoS (Antigua) Limited ceased trading as a result of an indictment and permanent Injunction issued by the Department of Justice in the United States of America against the company and certain other companies in the group in July 2006. However, BoS (Antigua) Limited, since November 2006, has been under the complete control of the FSRC, pursuant to an order of the Antiguan High Court which remains in effect (see previous InfoPowa reports).<br />
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In their update, the liquidators outline the difficulties they and BetonSports have faced since the shutdown in July 2006. They describe the "devastating effect" that this had on the formerly successful company's financial position, and the consequent need for the provision of contractual severance and termination costs in respect of the company's call centres, many hundreds of staff, supplier and finance contracts. <br />
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On 22 November 2006 the FSRC obtained an order of the High Court in Antigua effectively freezing the company's assets and preventing ongoing trading or distribution of assets. <br />
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In a letter to interested parties, the liquidator says: "By the time of our appointment, the company’s books and records demonstrated that its realisable assets were less than the aggregate of its liabilities, or in short, the company was insolvent. <br />
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"A statement of the company's assets and liabilities provided by the Betonsports board of directors in February 2007, seven months prior to our involvement, shows assets of the company of $10million, and liabilities of $26.9million. <br />
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"Although the liabilities figure includes betters/players/customers balances of $6.8million, we now know that these players are owed over $15.8million (as per the company's database)."<br />
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BetonSports is therefore insolvent on a book value basis by over $25 million, the statement concludes, significantly hinting at further legal action against some of the former directors by pointing out that the US authorities have taken an active interest in the case, particularly in regard to the actions "of some of the Betonsports group directors." Vantis cannot comment further on this aspect as legal proceedings are ongoing.<br />
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Turning to the company's assets, Vantis revealed that it received funds passed on by the FSRC in respect of asset realisations recovered by it of $2 million. A further $8 million is known to be outstanding from debtors across the globe, and Vantis is attempting to collect in the relevant jurisdictions. <br />
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"We have a duty to assess the viability of pursuing these assets, by reference to legal advice and to attempt recovery where it is economic to do so," the statement advises, revealing that Vantis has received the approval of the relevant US authorities for the collection of these debts.<br />
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The overriding obligation and intention of the High Court in Antigua, the FSRC, and Vantis itself is to protect the interests of all creditors, and ensure that all creditors are contacted as far as possible, the statement asserts. <br />
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"Many players have not been reached because they have invalid email addresses, or the database information held for them on the Betonsports system has been corrupted. The responses/claims from player creditors has been disappointing, and we are seeking the guidance of the Court in Antigua to circulate a national newspaper advertisement in the USA, and contact other players by regular mail where email contact has not been possible," the statement continues. <br />
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"All of these actions are under the supervision and sanction of the Court, and the authorities place great emphasis on reaching and paying as many of the players as possible from assets recovered."<br />
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In the interests of transparency, Vantis has disclosed its fee structure from the liquidation as 5 percent of asset recoveries and $20 per creditor claim agreed, reconciled to the Betonsports system, and paid. The 5 percent collection fee does not apply to funds passed to the liquidator by the FSRC, and legal fees and disbursements are charged to the Liquidation estate at cost.<br />
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The statement closes with an assurance that Vantis is seeking the best possible outcome for all concerned, but cannot currently estimate the timing and value of any distribution which may ultimately be returned to the players/creditors.<br />
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Owed players who have not yet submitted a claim are urged to do so at: <br />
<b><a href="https://betonsports.vantisplc.com">https://betonsports.vantisplc.com</a>/</b><br />
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What are you waiting on? If you are still owed money, go there and claim it!<br />
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 <pubDate>Tue, 27 May 2008 12:11:27 -0500</pubDate>
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 <title><![CDATA[<b>New Currency Options by Affiliate Speedpay</b>]]></title>
 <link>http://www.gamesandcasino.com/affiliate-news/index.php?itemid=123</link>
<description><![CDATA[Affiliates, if you have been waiting on a way to get paid in your own currency, you don’t have to wait any longer. I think this will satisfy everyone. Speedpay is on the ball!<br />
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Affiliate Speedpay (www.affiliatespeedpay.com), “the payment solution for the Affiliate Industry”, has added 6 new currency options to the service, meaning marketing professionals can now get paid in a choice of up to 6 currencies in total.<br />
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As well as US Dollars (USD) Affiliates can now get paid in, Australian Dollars (AUD), British Pounds (GBP), Canadian Dollars (CAD), Euros (EUR) and Japanese Yen (JPY).<br />
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Customers of Affiliate Speedpay can now select one currency of their choosing or if they prefer, they can have individual accounts in up to 6 different currencies. <br />
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As well as now receiving funds in local currencies, this service is especially useful for affiliates that would like to work with international programs.<br />
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By adding new currency options to Affiliate Speedpay, it is now even simpler for Programs to pay their Affiliates world wide.<br />
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Programs and Networks can now manage their international payments through one easy to use system and can send same day payments to any country world wide in multiple currencies. <br />
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Chris Wood (Head of Product Development) says, “We have answered the demands of both Affiliates and Programs, in helping to make quicker payments in localized currencies. <br />
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By adding new currencies to the service, we also aim to help Programs and Networks increase their Affiliate base by reaching out to new affiliates world wide.”<br />
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About Affiliate Speedpay<br />
Affiliate Speedpay is the only payment service that is exclusive to the affiliate industry. By using Affiliate Speedpay, customers can receive their funds same day anywhere world wide. Affiliate Speedpay provides its customers can with a Debit Card allowing them to withdraw at ATM’s online or in store, worldwide, alternatively affiliates can send or funds by wire to their own bank accounts world wide.<br />
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For further press information please email<br />
pr@affilaitespeedpay.com<br />
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All of you with these currencies won’t have to worry bout conversion anymore. Thanks to Speedpay!  Keep up the good work guys!!<br />
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 <pubDate>Sat, 26 Apr 2008 13:04:24 -0500</pubDate>
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 <title><![CDATA[<b>Dave “Devilfish” Ulliott to be Keynote Speaker</b>]]></title>
 <link>http://www.gamesandcasino.com/affiliate-news/index.php?itemid=122</link>
<description><![CDATA[I am sure we all look forward to hearing form someone with the credentials like Devilfish. This man knows what he is talking about, and we can all learn a lot from hearing him speak.<br />
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Devilfish is one of the best if not THE best poker player in the world. This will be an experience for all that attend. So don’t miss out!<br />
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Devilfish to Attend Casino Affiliates Program Spring Break and Poker Conference in Cyprus as Keynote Speaker<br />
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April 1, 2008 (London, UK) Poker legend and wit Dave ‘Devilfish’ Ulliott has been invited to give the keynote speech at the Poker Conference and Expo and Casino Affiliate Program (CAP) Spring Break conference at the Grand Resort in Limassol, Cyprus on May 21st this year following in the footsteps of the great Doyle Brunson who addressed delegates last year.<br />
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Described as one of the most feared players in poker, Ulliott, is ambassador for DevilfishPoker.com and a one-man variety show and is sure to treat delegates attending CAP SpringBreak and the Poker Conference to unique insights unlikely to be gleaned anywhere else. His many talents span stand-up comedy and musical entertainment as well as world class poker and a canny business sense.<br />
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Ulliott said, “I never thought I’d see the day where I was a keynote speaker. I’ll have to get cracking on my speech writing now!”<br />
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Ulliot learnt to play cards as a young child and is one of the few players to have both a WPT and WSOP bracelet. Although an extremely successful Hold’em player, he is regarded as one of the best pot limit Omaha players in poker he once laid down a four of a kind to Jon Shoreman who had a straight flush at an Omaha tournament taking place at The Vic in London.<br />
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The Poker Conference and Expo, hosted by PokerAffiliatePrograms.com, takes place from May 19 to 21 and features two separate tracks, one for poker affiliates and internet marketers and a second targeting poker affiliate managers and operators.  <br />
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The CAP Spring Break is in its sixth year and this year marks its first visit to Europe. The event takes place from May 21 to 24. Each year hundreds of the most progressive and influential people in the industry descend attend networking events sponsored by leading internet gaming properties. <br />
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About Devilfish Gaming<br />
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Devilfish Gaming takes its name from the well known poker professional David “Devilfish” Ulliott, who is active in promoting the business. Ulliott is one of Europe’s best known and most recognized poker players and in 2007 had his most successful year ever on the poker tournament circuit leading to his winning the prestigious Card Player European Play of the Year award.<br />
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The company is publically quoted, having floated on London’s PLUS market in March 2007. The company does not accept wagers from the U.S.<br />
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 <pubDate>Tue, 1 Apr 2008 16:18:38 -0500</pubDate>
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 <title><![CDATA[<b>Beach Barbeque Spring Break Event, Announced by CAP</b>]]></title>
 <link>http://www.gamesandcasino.com/affiliate-news/index.php?itemid=121</link>
<description><![CDATA[This sounds like a lot of fun and will bring some of the top affiliate minds in the iGaming Industry together, and will have a lot of creative activity, and events. Spring into Spring with a trip and a barbeque!! What more could you ask for? So come on and join in the fun!<br />
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eCOGRA AND GAMCARE TEAM UP ON RESPONSIBLE GAMBLING EDUCATION<br />
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 eCOGRA responsible gambling standards described as comprehensive and practical  <br />
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London, 26 March 2008 - The UK problem gambling charity GamCare and eCommerce and Online Gambling Regulation and Assurance (eCOGRA) pooled their expertise in London last week to train almost 40 online casino managers on the principles of responsible gambling, and how to identify and handle problem gamblers.<br />
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Management delegates travelled from their bases around the world to attend the two day intensive training course, which featured lectures, case history studies and interactive training exercises supervised by expert GamCare officials Andrew Poole and Amy Webster. The course covered all aspects of responsible gambling and the now well established principles for handling this important management function which eCOGRA 'Safe and Fair' sealed gambling venues are required to use.<br />
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Former UK Gaming Board Chief Inspector, GamCare Trustee and eCOGRA Independent Director Bill GalstonOBE welcomed delegates to the course, stressing the critical importance of a coherent and professional responsible gambling program at online gambling establishments. <br />
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"For both humanitarian and ethical reasons - and to correct adverse misperceptions by some - a comprehensive responsible gambling policy is a critical investment for any online gambling operation," he said. "eCOGRA has made huge strides in this area in developing a set of best practice requirements for online gambling operations, and this third course on the subject will coach managers in how to apply these tools.<br />
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"On this course we are especially pleased to also welcome experienced managers from major companies that are members of the European Gaming and Betting Association, adding to the pool of experience that makes these occasions such a valuable two-way exchange of knowledge," he said.<br />
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Andrew Poole, managing director of GamCare's Trade Services Limited company conducted a thorough review and explanation of the eCOGRA responsible gambling requirements and standards, describing them as both comprehensive and practical. <br />
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"This course will give you sufficient information and insight to set up a solid responsible gambling program at your companies if you have not already done so," he said, stressing the need for training and making responsible gambling a part of the corporate culture.<br />
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The eCOGRA standards provide minimum requirements in respect of warnings and options regarding problem gambling, self exclusion and control mechanisms for gamblers, and promotional and advertising best practices in this area.<br />
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GamCare's Amy Webster conducted much of the training, which included expert tuition on the prevention of underage gambling, the psychology of problem gamblers, how to identify compulsive players and the best way to handle cases of this nature. <br />
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eCOGRA CEO Andrew Beveridge wound up the course by addressing delegates: "I believe I can safely say that this course is the best we have held to date, not only in terms of expert tuition from our colleagues at GamCare, but also due to the commitment and experience which delegates have generously shared throughout.  <br />
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“Responsible gambling is an absolutely essential operational element and I am confident that you return to your companies motivated and with the right tools to ensure that a quality responsible gambling policy is constantly reviewed and refreshed.<br />
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"Your commitment to eCOGRA has its roots in a real desire to be professional, responsible and above-average in your operational practice, and the responsible gaming aspect is now firmly entrenched as an integral part of our standards necessary to achieve this level of business conduct."<br />
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About eCOGRA:<br />
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eCOGRA  is a non-profit London-based organisation that sets online gambling standards and provides an international framework for best operational and player protection practice requirements, with particular emphasis on responsible gambling. These are enforced through inspections and reviews, and continuous monitoring. <br />
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Companies that have achieved accreditation with eCOGRA are entitled to bear the organisation's "Safe and Fair" seal, indicating to players everywhere that all operational systems and games are fair and continuously monitored to consistently high standards.  <br />
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The growing number of tier one online gambling companies who have achieved the right to display the eCOGRA seal includes 106 of the most established and successful online casinos and poker rooms on the Internet. <br />
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<description><![CDATA[Press Release<br />
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Award winning online casino group CasinoRewards.com extends its family, taking new online casinos under its wing to become the white knights of the online gaming world.<br />
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All online casinos operating under the Casino Action group: Golden Reef, UK Casino Club, Nostalgia, iBig, Music Hall and Challenge, will soon be under the Casino Rewards management, and ready for a grand reopening on 25 March 2008.<br />
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All player accounts in the aforementioned casinos will be safely transferred to the Casino Rewards network, with all account balances, withdrawals, and bonus credits available for immediate use.<br />
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“We are happy to welcome the new casinos into our network. We are working around the clock to integrate all of the casinos so the players have the best experience possible. Every cent of their account balances and bonus money will be accounted for and migrated over. They will be able to log in to the casinos just as they had previously and can play safe in the knowledge that the CasinoRewards logo will be on these casinos ensuring the security, reliability, and professionalism for which we are known.” (Spokesperson for Casino Rewards.) <br />
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The Casino Rewards team is working around the clock to finalize the migration. Unfortunately the online casinos will be closed while the migration takes place but will be reopened on 25 March. All players will receive a notification when they are able to play again. <br />
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The Casino Rewards group with its 12 exciting and luxurious online casinos, including GoldenTigercasino.com, CasinoClassic.com, CaptainCooksCasino.com, BlackJackBallroom.com and CasinoKingdom.com, continues to make online gambling more accessible to new players with its frequent promotions and signature bonus offers - <br />
new players have the chance to use $500 of the casino's money to play any of the 260+ Las Vegas style online games absolutely free for one hour.<br />
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Read more:<br />
<b><a href="http://www.casinoaffiliateprograms.com/bb/showthread.php?t=25803">http://www.casinoaffiliateprograms.com/bb/showthread.php?t=25803</a></b><br />
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<description><![CDATA[Calvin Ayre, the Founder of Bodog, this week hired a private investigator. He was hired to look into the history of 1st Technology and Scott Lewis, who is the principal of 1st Technologies.<br />
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He blames Lewis for snatching the Bodog domain name, which is a “patent” matter. Lewis, which was terminated as a employee of 1st Tech sometime in 2001. It appeared that had a conflict of interest that violated the firm he represented. In other words he was trying to steal. <br />
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Lewis is not claiming that he was a patent troll form for organized crime. How is, it that now the aggressor is now trying to become the victim??<br />
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Lewis says he will be subpoenaing the super affiliates of Bodog. Affiliates are the ones that receive a percentage of the revenue from Bodog Gaming. Many of these are based out of the U.S. Lots say they have already received subpoenas. Lewis has offered a reward as an opt-out of a subpoena, to anyone with information, or any legal documents pertaining of Bodog Entertainment Group. Also to anyone who has valid claims against Bodog. The reward in question is $20,000. The question is will this be split, or available on a first come basis.<br />
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The founder of Bodog insisted the wrong company was served by 1st Technology!!!<br />
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This is very interesting reading!! See the whole story here:<br />
<a href="http://www.gambling911.com/Ayre-Lewis-1st-Tech-Super-Affiliates-030308.html">http://www.gambling911.com/Ayre-Lewis-1st-Tech-Super-Affiliates-030308.html</a>]]></description>
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 <pubDate>Mon, 3 Mar 2008 18:33:30 -0600</pubDate>
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