G2E Podcasts » iGaming http://www.g2ecast.com G2E Podcasts Thu, 31 Dec 2009 19:19:25 +0000 en hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.0.4 2006-2007 you@yourdomain.com (G2E Podcasts) you@yourdomain.com (G2E Podcasts) http://www.g2ecast.com/wp-content/plugins/podpress/images/powered_by_podpress.jpg G2E Podcasts » iGaming http://www.g2ecast.com 144 144 Just another WordPress weblog G2E Podcasts G2E Podcasts you@yourdomain.com no no Already Online: Racing, Lotteries, Sweepstakes and Skill Games http://www.g2ecast.com/already-online/ http://www.g2ecast.com/already-online/#comments Fri, 18 Dec 2009 03:42:51 +0000 Rob http://www.g2ecast.com/?p=943 iGaming IconNumerous forms of betting already occur legally on the Internet. Many states and provinces offer wagering on races or the chance to play lottery games, sweepstakes and skill games online “for fun.” Whether it takes the form of racinos with parimutuel wagering licenses that can accept online or advance deposit wagering (ADW), lotteries that offer new games every few minutes and sweepstakes that offer valuable prizes or incentives to visit casinos, online wagering is here and approved. Learn more about the operation and potential of these online ventures during this session.

Moderator:
Lynne Levin-Kaufman, Partner, Cooper Levenson, Attorneys at Law

Speakers:
Anthony N. Cabot, Esq., Partner, Lewis & Rocca, LLP
David Goldberg, President & CEO, Youbet.com

]]> http://www.g2ecast.com/already-online/feed/ 0 57:21 Numerous forms of betting already occur legally on the Internet. Many states and provinces offer wagering on races or the chance to play lottery games, ... Numerous forms of betting already occur legally on the Internet. Many states and provinces offer wagering on races or the chance to play lottery games, sweepstakes and skill games online “for fun.” Whether it takes the form of racinos with parimutuel wagering licenses that can accept online or advance deposit wagering (ADW), lotteries that offer new games every few minutes and sweepstakes that offer valuable prizes or incentives to visit casinos, online wagering is here and approved. Learn more about the operation and potential of these online ventures during this session. Moderator: Lynne Levin-Kaufman, Partner, Cooper Levenson, Attorneys at Law Speakers: Anthony N. Cabot, Esq., Partner, Lewis & Rocca, LLP David Goldberg, President & CEO, Youbet.com G2E 2009 Podcasts, iGaming you@yourdomain.com no no iGaming: An Economic Argument http://www.g2ecast.com/igaming-an-economic-argument/ http://www.g2ecast.com/igaming-an-economic-argument/#comments Fri, 18 Dec 2009 03:40:02 +0000 Rob http://www.g2ecast.com/?p=940 iGaming IconMany argue that the legalization of Internet gambling could provide a much needed economic boon to the U.S. The regulation and oversight will require an investment, yes, but at the same time it could generate billions of dollars of revenue, create thousands of jobs and increase technical infrastructure and human capital. From software developers and payment providers to security specialists and tout services, there are many people with something to gain from legalization. Learn more about the economic argument for online gambling during this session.

Moderator:
Michael Caselli, Editor, iGaming Business

Speakers:
Anthony Coles, Senior Partner, Jeffrey Green Russell
Rick Smith, Head of Government Affairs, Policy and Regulation, UC Group Limited

]]> http://www.g2ecast.com/igaming-an-economic-argument/feed/ 0 57:12 Many argue that the legalization of Internet gambling could provide a much needed economic boon to the U.S. The regulation and oversight will require ... Many argue that the legalization of Internet gambling could provide a much needed economic boon to the U.S. The regulation and oversight will require an investment, yes, but at the same time it could generate billions of dollars of revenue, create thousands of jobs and increase technical infrastructure and human capital. From software developers and payment providers to security specialists and tout services, there are many people with something to gain from legalization. Learn more about the economic argument for online gambling during this session. Moderator: Michael Caselli, Editor, iGaming Business Speakers: Anthony Coles, Senior Partner, Jeffrey Green Russell Rick Smith, Head of Government Affairs, Policy and Regulation, UC Group Limited G2E 2009 Podcasts, iGaming you@yourdomain.com no no Online Poker: Getting in the Game http://www.g2ecast.com/online-poker-getting-in-the-game/ http://www.g2ecast.com/online-poker-getting-in-the-game/#comments Fri, 18 Dec 2009 03:36:59 +0000 Rob http://www.g2ecast.com/?p=933 iGaming IconIn light of the continued popularity of poker, many players and groups are urging the U.S. to legalize the game online. How are American casino companies poised to enter this market if legislation passes? This and other topics, including how the popularity of poker has become a launching pad for legalization campaigns and how ordinary and extraordinary players alike can become advocates of the cause, are discussed.

Moderator:
Michael Lipton Q.C., Senior Partner, Dickinson Wright LLP

Speakers:
Joerg Hofmann, Partner, MELCHERS
Steve Lipscomb, Founder, President & CEO, WPT Enterprises, Inc.
John Pappas, Executive Director, Poker Players Alliance

]]> http://www.g2ecast.com/online-poker-getting-in-the-game/feed/ 0 62:12 In light of the continued popularity of poker, many players and groups are urging the U.S. to legalize the game online. How are American casino ... In light of the continued popularity of poker, many players and groups are urging the U.S. to legalize the game online. How are American casino companies poised to enter this market if legislation passes? This and other topics, including how the popularity of poker has become a launching pad for legalization campaigns and how ordinary and extraordinary players alike can become advocates of the cause, are discussed. Moderator: Michael Lipton Q.C., Senior Partner, Dickinson Wright LLP Speakers: Joerg Hofmann, Partner, MELCHERS Steve Lipscomb, Founder, President & CEO, WPT Enterprises, Inc. John Pappas, Executive Director, Poker Players Alliance G2E 2009 Podcasts, iGaming you@yourdomain.com no no G2E Future Watch: Internet Gaming in the U.S. and Abroad http://www.g2ecast.com/nternet-gaming-in-the-us-and-abroad/ http://www.g2ecast.com/nternet-gaming-in-the-us-and-abroad/#comments Fri, 18 Dec 2009 03:34:24 +0000 Rob http://www.g2ecast.com/?p=930 iGaming IconFew subjects in gaming generate as much interest or diverging opinions as Internet gambling. While some industry observers Internet gaming brands complement brick-and-mortar operations, others view then as competitors for consumers’ discretionary spending. Most feel that in tightly regulated jurisdictions, such as the U.K., there are effective safeguards against underage and problem gambling online, but is this the case globally? Meanwhile, legislation has been introduced in the U.S. Congress to legalize and regulate Internet gambling, but what are the chances of its passage and what are the potential implications for this segment of the industry? During this session, a panel of experts unravel these and other questions after the presentation of results from G2E’s 2009 Future Watch survey on Internet gaming.

Moderator:
Frank Fahrenkopf, Jr., President & CEO, American Gaming Association (AGA)

Speakers:
Simon Holiday, Director, H2 Gambling Capital
Jan L. Jones, Senior Vice President of Communications and Government Relations, Harrah’s Entertainment, Inc.
Paul Mathews, Consultant, Wynn Resorts

]]> http://www.g2ecast.com/nternet-gaming-in-the-us-and-abroad/feed/ 0 56:38 Few subjects in gaming generate as much interest or diverging opinions as Internet gambling. While some industry observers Internet gaming brands complement brick-and-mortar operations, others ... Few subjects in gaming generate as much interest or diverging opinions as Internet gambling. While some industry observers Internet gaming brands complement brick-and-mortar operations, others view then as competitors for consumers’ discretionary spending. Most feel that in tightly regulated jurisdictions, such as the U.K., there are effective safeguards against underage and problem gambling online, but is this the case globally? Meanwhile, legislation has been introduced in the U.S. Congress to legalize and regulate Internet gambling, but what are the chances of its passage and what are the potential implications for this segment of the industry? During this session, a panel of experts unravel these and other questions after the presentation of results from G2E’s 2009 Future Watch survey on Internet gaming. Moderator: Frank Fahrenkopf, Jr., President & CEO, American Gaming Association (AGA) Speakers: Simon Holiday, Director, H2 Gambling Capital Jan L. Jones, Senior Vice President of Communications and Government Relations, Harrah's Entertainment, Inc. Paul Mathews, Consultant, Wynn Resorts G2E 2009 Podcasts, iGaming you@yourdomain.com no no Internet Gambling: State Legislation http://www.g2ecast.com/internet-gambling-state-legislation/ http://www.g2ecast.com/internet-gambling-state-legislation/#comments Fri, 18 Dec 2009 03:31:17 +0000 Rob http://www.g2ecast.com/?p=927 iGaming IconNevada already has approved intra-state Internet gambling and several other states are considering the option as a revenue source. Gaming has long been a states’ rights issue, and these resolutions may go a long way to determining the success of online gambling in the U.S. During this session, experts review the status of Internet gambling in jurisdictions across the U.S., including those that have developed legislation against it, those that softly entered the market with intrastate gaming and those best poised to offer iGaming first. Learn about the implications and potential repercussions of legalizing online gaming at the state level.

Moderator:
Mark Balestra, Managing Director, BolaVerde Media Group

Speakers:
Melanie Brenner, Executive Director, Poker Voter of America
Frank Catania, Senior Partner, Catania Gaming Consultants
Martin Owens, Attorney at Law, Law Offices of M.D. Owens Jr.

]]> http://www.g2ecast.com/internet-gambling-state-legislation/feed/ 0 61:08 Nevada already has approved intra-state Internet gambling and several other states are considering the option as a revenue source. Gaming has long been a states’ ... Nevada already has approved intra-state Internet gambling and several other states are considering the option as a revenue source. Gaming has long been a states’ rights issue, and these resolutions may go a long way to determining the success of online gambling in the U.S. During this session, experts review the status of Internet gambling in jurisdictions across the U.S., including those that have developed legislation against it, those that softly entered the market with intrastate gaming and those best poised to offer iGaming first. Learn about the implications and potential repercussions of legalizing online gaming at the state level. Moderator: Mark Balestra, Managing Director, BolaVerde Media Group Speakers: Melanie Brenner, Executive Director, Poker Voter of America Frank Catania, Senior Partner, Catania Gaming Consultants Martin Owens, Attorney at Law, Law Offices of M.D. Owens Jr. G2E 2009 Podcasts, iGaming you@yourdomain.com no no Internet Gambling: Federal Legislation http://www.g2ecast.com/internet-gambling-federal-legislation/ http://www.g2ecast.com/internet-gambling-federal-legislation/#comments Fri, 18 Dec 2009 03:28:10 +0000 Rob http://www.g2ecast.com/?p=923 iGaming IconThrough some pending pieces of legislation before the U.S. Congress, Washington is considering the regulation of Internet gambling at the federal level. During this session, experts analyze current legislation, law and other federal issues affecting iGaming, including the Wire Act, UIGEA, current federal legislative proposals and the outstanding U.S. violations of the World Trade Organization in respect to iGaming. Gauge the mood of Congress with this discussion on the national iGaming agenda.

Moderator:
Chris Krafcik, Editorial Director, BolaVerde Media Group

Speakers:
Gary Ehrlich, Principal, Catania Gaming Consultants
Patrick O’Brien, Gaming Law Partner, Greenburg Traurig, LLP
Michael Waxman, Executive Director, Safe and Secure Internet Gambling Initiative

]]> http://www.g2ecast.com/internet-gambling-federal-legislation/feed/ 0 62:14 Through some pending pieces of legislation before the U.S. Congress, Washington is considering the regulation of Internet gambling at the federal level. During this session, ... Through some pending pieces of legislation before the U.S. Congress, Washington is considering the regulation of Internet gambling at the federal level. During this session, experts analyze current legislation, law and other federal issues affecting iGaming, including the Wire Act, UIGEA, current federal legislative proposals and the outstanding U.S. violations of the World Trade Organization in respect to iGaming. Gauge the mood of Congress with this discussion on the national iGaming agenda. Moderator: Chris Krafcik, Editorial Director, BolaVerde Media Group Speakers: Gary Ehrlich, Principal, Catania Gaming Consultants Patrick O'Brien, Gaming Law Partner, Greenburg Traurig, LLP Michael Waxman, Executive Director, Safe and Secure Internet Gambling Initiative G2E 2009 Podcasts, iGaming you@yourdomain.com no no