What's New? - June 2009
EC publishes detailed opinion against the Belgian proposal for online gaming and betting
The European Gaming and Betting Association (EGBA) has welcomed the European Commission’s detailed opinion against the Belgian proposal for online gaming and betting. Maarten Haijer, EGBA Director for Regulatory Affairs said: “The requirement for operators to be established in Belgium is one of the clearest violations of EC Treaty provisions”. Read more ..
EC publishes detailed opinion against the French proposal for online gaming and betting.
The European Gaming and Betting Association (EGBA) has welcomed the European Commission’s detailed opinion against the French proposal for online gaming and betting. Maarten Haijer, EGBA Director for Regulatory Affairs said: “Today’s action by the Commission underlines that online gaming and betting is a cross border economic activity where EC legal requirements prevail. It makes no sense to create a local Internet market in France. We welcome the Commission’s action and are confident that France will reconsider its proposal to avoid litigation”. Read more ..
Minnesota Drops “Black List” Blocking Order in Settlement with iMEGA
iMEGA, Interactive Media Entertainment & Gaming Association, reports on its website that an earlier order issued by the Minnesota Department of Public Safety (DPS) to Internet service providers to enforce a “black list” of online gambling Web sites has been rescinded after iMEGA and DPS reached a settlement. The ISPs do not require now to block state residents' access to around 200 Internet gambling sites.
The World Online Gambling Law Report’s 7th Summer Retreat
SUMMER RETREAT 2009
29-30 June 2009, Hampshire, UK
The World Online Gambling Law Report’s 7th Summer Retreat, aims to provide a unique opportunity to discuss and analyse the industry’s strategic opportunities and challenges. This year’s thought-provoking programme consists of panel discussions made up of leading industry figures, making it the most interactive event yet.
The event will feature a keynote address on the Future of European Gambling by Wes Himes, Managing Director of Policy Action Group, followed by outstanding, interactive panel sessions focusing on the key issues facing the online gambling sector.
Expert speakers from across Europe will provide an overview highlighting each country's regime and will discuss hot issues such as regulatory challenges facing the industry, likely reform, new entrants and the opportunities available in this ever evolving sector.
Attend WORLD ONLINE GAMBLING LAW REPORT AWARDS DINNER 2009 at the end of the first day of the Retreat to network with leading experts from around the world.
Check the list of the Speakers and the list of the Key Topics
