4 August 2010 GPWA Times Newsletter
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August 4, 2010 |
In this issue: iGaming fundraising drives | Data Co. and football fixtures | Featured Program: Euro Partners
 Recognition for July's active membersThe GPWA is happy to announce our most-active members for July. We're giving an extra special thanks to Nandakishore, one of the most active posters during the month of July. His site is being shown on the GPWA home page for the month of August as the featured site. Recognizing July's active affiliate managers Hats off to the affiliate program representatives who were most active in the forums during the month of July. We're giving an extra special thanks to Renee from Rewards Affiliates, who was the most active affiliate program representative. She will be featured on the GPWA home page for the month of August.   Janet Brockert spent 20 years managing a bowling center before finally deciding two years ago that 70- to 80-hour work weeks weren't for her. She is a self-confessed compulsive perfectionist who is preparing to sell everything and travel the U.S. in a motor home with her husband. Read the interview PartyGaming and bwin announce mergerAfter months of speculation, bwin and PartyGaming have announced that they will merge to form the world's largest publicly traded online gambling company. What's next for Frank's Internet gambling bill? Now that Rep. Barney Frank's bill to license and regulate online gambling in the U.S. has passed committee, Vin Narayanan sorts out what's actually in it, and what the future holds for the bill. Top-10 hurdles facing U.S. legislation Much was made of Barney Frank's bill to license and regulate online gambling in the U.S. passing committee, but this legislation still faces long odds this year. Rialto Affiliates adds new account manager Melina Reys will be managing new accounts for Rialto Affiliates and its newly relaunched Rialto Casino. Betfair expands games area The Betfair Arcade now has 129 games, including "Deal or No Deal," and bettors can take advantage of promotions like "Feel Good Fridays." DublinBet reaches deal to redesign site DublinBet has awarded Manchester-based Code Computerlove with a contract to redesign its site. Fortune Affiliates announces iPad winners The affiliate program has announced the lucky winners of its iBring, iGet, iPad promotion that ended earlier this month. Affactive adds Casino Titan to list of brands Casino Titan joins Affactive's lineup of RTG sites including WinPalace Casino and the brand new Slots Jungle Casino. PokerStars combining golf and poker in Portugal The EPT Vilamoura "Fairways and Felts Challenge" will see players battle on the golf course and then on the felt. Betsoft Gaming reaches deal with Party Casino Party Casino will release Betsoft's popular "Heist" slot machine on both its instant and download casinos. Playdom, Harrah's Interactive launches WSOP game Playdom and Harrah's Interactive Entertainment have launched the official World Series of Poker game on Facebook and other social networks. It's hot and cold at Platinum Play Platinum Play has just released an updated list of its "Hot and Cold" online casino games. Class 1 Casino launches revamped Web site The new site includes a "play for fun" mode, where players can try out any of the 260 games before deciding to start winning for real. New poker site ready to be Unleashed Unleashed Poker, the latest member of the Cake Network, has opened its tables to players around the world.   August 15 - 17Affiliate Summit East This three-day conference includes an exhibit hall with affiliate merchants, vendors and networks, as well as multiple tracks of educational sessions covering the latest trends and information from affiliate marketing experts.  August 27 - 30CBG Affiliate Weekend This weekend has been created with one goal in mind: Give active webmasters and affiliate programs around the world the opportunity to gather in gambling-friendly Canada. |
 In 2006, Rep. Nancy Pelosi (D-Calif.) voted for the Internet Gambling Prohibition and Enforcement Act, a precursor to the UIGEA. Pelosi, now Speaker of the House, will determine if and when Barney Frank's Internet gambling licensing and regulation bill sees a full House vote.
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Have you ever made a contribution as part of an iGaming fundraising drive?
The iGaming industry has a history of helping folks in need. Many affiliates have reached out over the years to help fellow webmasters. This week there is a call to help support the Captain's family. Have you ever supported a fellow webmaster with a contribution or supported a cause under the iGaming banner? View pollLast week's poll results: Will Barney Frank's Internet gambling bill pass in the House of Representatives in 2010? View poll
The iGaming industry has a history of helping folks in need. Many affiliates have reached out over the years to help fellow webmasters. This week there is a call to help support the Captain's family. Have you ever supported a fellow webmaster with a contribution or supported a cause under the iGaming banner? View pollLast week's poll results: Will Barney Frank's Internet gambling bill pass in the House of Representatives in 2010? View poll
Buzzy has been hard at work this week chasing down the latest industry rumors and gossip. Here's a quick look at Buzzy's top finds:
Affiliate sites sued over copyright infringementU.S. gambling bill has 70 co-sponsorsTakeover fever gripping online gambling sectorTrump supports online gambling legislation
FEATURED PUBLIC FORUM THREADProblems with Data Co and UK football fixtures
JW Aces writes:
A friend of mine has a sports betting portal and recently received an e-mail from a company called Data Co. Data Co is run by the Premier League and I think the SPL are also involved. They want five percent of my friend's profit which seems ridiculous. I know other people who have other European hosting and have never been pursued by Data Co. I'd appreciate some advice. read more
OTHER PUBLIC THREADSThe Allan and Patricia Leonard FundWhat's next for the Frank bill?Michael Jackson Casino
PRIVATE FORUM TOPICS (Not a Private Member, Upgrade Now!)
Wagering Sports ReviewSafari security hole!
Problems with Data Co and UK football fixturesJW Aces writes:
A friend of mine has a sports betting portal and recently received an e-mail from a company called Data Co. Data Co is run by the Premier League and I think the SPL are also involved. They want five percent of my friend's profit which seems ridiculous. I know other people who have other European hosting and have never been pursued by Data Co. I'd appreciate some advice. read more
OTHER PUBLIC THREADS
The Allan and Patricia Leonard FundWhat's next for the Frank bill?Michael Jackson CasinoPRIVATE FORUM TOPICS (Not a Private Member, Upgrade Now!)
Wagering Sports ReviewSafari security hole!
Euro PartnersEuro Partners, the largest Playtech affiliate program, features products available in 15 languages across a range of brands. Affiliates benefit from a full suite of localized marketing materials and competitive commission rates.
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