4 January 2012 GPWA Times Newsletter
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January 4, 2012 |
In this issue: Q4 vs. Q3 revenue | Adding sub-domains and SEO | Featured Affiliate Program: Euro Partners
 Recognition for December's active membersThe GPWA is happy to announce our most-active members for December. We're giving an extra special thanks to thebookiesoffers, one of the most active posters during December. His site is being shown on the GPWA home page for the month of January as the featured site. Recognizing December's active affiliate managers Hats off to the affiliate program representatives who were most active in the forums during December. We're giving an extra special thanks to Maria of Crazy Rewards, who was the most active affiliate program representative. She will be featured on the GPWA home page for the month of January.  The GPWA is pleased to announce bringit and SpinWin Partners as new sponsors. They are pleased to be helping our industry grow as members of the GPWA. DOJ statement not a green light for Internet gamingHoward Stutz says that although Internet poker will continue to be at the forefront of gaming news in the coming 12 months, everyone needs to take a step back and "breathe." Aristocrat applies for Nevada online poker license Aristocrat Technologies has filed its application with state regulators to be one of the first companies to offer online poker games within Nevada. OMI Gaming launches mobile gaming solution OMI Gaming has released Kazuri Casino Module, a mobile and multi-platform gaming solution. Casino Tropez launches eight new games Casino Tropez has released eight new Playtech games, including four online slot machines. Play'n GO sponsoring Fire & ICE party Play'n GO is sponsoring Lyceum Media's annual Fire & ICE party for the second year in a row. Red Flush, Casino La Vida promotion winds down The 42-day long Seasons Winnings promotion has entered its final week at Red Flush Casino and Casino La Vida. Celtic Casino offering 11 new 3D slots The live-dealer online casino has added 11 new 3D slot machines, including Crazy Jewelry, Dr. Magoo's Adventure, Murphy's and Dog Ca$her. iovation a finalist for Best Online Gaming Product Its ReputationManager 360 product was named a finalist by the ICE Totally Gaming panel of judges. Net Entertainment launches mobile portfolio The initial launch on iOS will feature three of the company's most successful casino games on iPads, iPhones and iPods. Hybrid Interaction reaches deal with Pariplay Limited Hybrid Interaction will provide strategic marketing services to the online scratch cards operator, Pariplay Limited.   Jan. 8-10, 2012Affiliate Summit West 2012 The Affiliate Summit in Las Vegas brings thousands of attendees from affiliates, networks, merchants, agencies and vendors together to meet, network, do business and learn industry best practices.  Jan. 24-26, 2012ICE Totally Gaming ICE Totally Gaming is the most comprehensive and international B2B gaming exhibition on the world stage. Featuring more than 400 exhibiting companies active in the online, mobile, betting, bingo, casino, lottery and street gaming sectors, ICE attracts operators and gaming professionals from more than 100 nations to London's Earls Court Exhibition Centre.  Jan. 26-29, 2012London Affiliate Conference (LAC) LAC conference sessions provide a wealth of information with panels, presentations and insights from expert speakers. With 2,500 attendees expected, you will have plenty of opportunities to network with affiliates, affiliate managers, operators and speakers. |
 91.4 million people in the U.S. owned smartphones during the three months ending in November, according to comScore. This is an increase of 8 percent compared to the preceding three months.
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How did the fourth quarter of 2011 compare with the third quarter of 2011 for you?
The fourth quarter of 2011 ended a week ago, so it is now time to ask our periodic question to members about how the revenue they are earning has changed over the last quarter. If you compare revenue from the fourth quarter of 2011 (October to December) to revenue from the third quarter of 2011 (July to September), how did it change? Did it get better, stay the same or get worse? View pollLast week's poll results: How often do you attend religious ceremonies or events? View poll
The fourth quarter of 2011 ended a week ago, so it is now time to ask our periodic question to members about how the revenue they are earning has changed over the last quarter. If you compare revenue from the fourth quarter of 2011 (October to December) to revenue from the third quarter of 2011 (July to September), how did it change? Did it get better, stay the same or get worse? View pollLast week's poll results: How often do you attend religious ceremonies or events? 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:
Report: U.K. gambling tax would drive players awayNo news on GBT/Full Tilt/DOJ talksLesniak renews push for N.J. online gamblingDOJ reversal isn't sure thing for online gaming
FEATURED PUBLIC FORUM THREADYour opinion on SOPA?
GPWA Dan writes:
hakank started a thread in the forums about the "Stop Online Piracy Act," also known as SOPA. SOPA uses affiliates, search engines and other third-parties as a piracy enforcement tool. There are some interesting links and discussion about SOPA from both sides of the debate. Feel free to join in and share your thoughts. read more
OTHER PUBLIC THREADSAdding sub-domains and SEOHappy New Year
PRIVATE FORUM TOPICS (Not a Private Member, Upgrade Now!)
Who sent this money?The Links Store
Your opinion on SOPA?GPWA Dan writes:
hakank started a thread in the forums about the "Stop Online Piracy Act," also known as SOPA. SOPA uses affiliates, search engines and other third-parties as a piracy enforcement tool. There are some interesting links and discussion about SOPA from both sides of the debate. Feel free to join in and share your thoughts. read more
OTHER PUBLIC THREADS
Adding sub-domains and SEOHappy New YearPRIVATE FORUM TOPICS (Not a Private Member, Upgrade Now!)
Who sent this money?The Links Store
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.
Visit Euro Partners GPWA Details Page for more information.
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