Europe News - Page 85

Deal will allow Betfair clients to view the Breeders’ Cup live online and place bets into American tote pools.

International news brief: Many casinos and gambling halls are facing bankruptcy because of the decreased number of visitors.

International news brief: Poland's sports minister has resigned amid allegations he was involved in lobbying for the gambling industry.

International news brief: Malta's Finance Minister said regulation better than prohibition, as he outlined various actions under the Lotteries and Other Games (Amendment) Bill.

Gambling Commission releases results of detailed research that shows the remote gambling market in the nation was worth £896 million last year.

Many online gambling operators expect a boost for their business from the 2010 scheduled opening of the French market.

This recent development follows the launch of eleven brand new casino games at Casino Plex.

International news brief: Bwin lost a challenge to Portugal's sports-betting monopoly after a EU court said gambling restrictions are legal if they target fraud and crime.

International news brief: The number of people attending Gamblers Anonymous meetings around the country has doubled and in some places trebled over the past six months as people can no longer afford their betting habits.

The PokerStars Baltic Festival will be held in Tallin, Estonia from October 28 to 31.

International news brief: Stephen Maguire and Jamie Burnett questioned over alleged irregular betting patterns during UK championship match in December.

The World Open V will take place on October 11-15 at the Palm Beach Casino in London.

International news brief: Soccer star Kevin Kyle yesterday revealed the secret gambling addiction that cost him his £7,000-a-week wages.

Casino City selects the 10 most striking gaming venues across the world, with Monaco's Casino Monte Carlo taking the No. 1 spot.

International news brief: Australian cricket player reported an approach from a man believed to have links with an underground gambling network.

Report by DKM Consultants suggests if Ireland put proper infrastructure in place that is legally sound it could attract the presence of a large number of online casino companies.

International news brief: Dozens of greyhounds remain homeless one year after a famous east London dog track closed.

The EELEX iGaming forum will take place in Kiev on September 10-11, with many key themes of modern gambling being discussed.

International news brief: Move of eGaming business will cost UK Treasury millions.

International news brief: Betfair attack the Treasury's online gambling tax rates and refuse to rule out a move offshore.