Executive Insights Hall 511 Seizing Fantasy Sports Opportunities A first-hand account of the evolution of fantasy sports within the entertainment and I-gaming arenas, plus the identification of revenue opportunities in the United States as well as abroad. Technology considerations and the ability to cross-promote and brand with corporate marketing groups from other industries will also be discussed. Jeffrey Thomas, Sports Buff Fantasy Sports, United States

New Opportunities Hall 510 Moderator: , , Frontiers: South America - The Sleeping Giant Like Asia, South America presents a massive, largely untapped population that loves to gamble. But unlike Asia, its potential hasn't garnered a lot of attention in the I-gaming space. While most global I-gaming companies have put a great deal of time and money into Asian expansion, few are taking a long look at South America, which means this is a great time to get a head start on the market. This lecture provides a snapshot of each large jurisdiction in South America, including information on regulatory matters, communications infrastructures, payment solutions and the gamblers themselves. Fernando Ors, Codere, Spain

Payment Processing Hall 512 Moderator: Andrea Wilson, First Atlantic Commerce Ltd., Bermuda E-Payments - The Big Picture The payment track kicks off with this information-packed lecture in which John Williams of Securus Consulting Group offers a sneak preview of a massive new e-payments study conducted by Williams and River City Group. To find solutions and overcome challenges related to online and mobile payments, one must truly understand all aspects and inter-workings of the e-payment process, and this is specifically what the report--and this session--addresses. It digs to the core of these important processes and procedures, revealing important information at every layer. Components such as key banking relationships, technology standards and regulatory matters will be discussed. John Williams, Jr., Securus Consulting Group, USA

Executive Insights Hall 511 The Latest in Fraud - Widening the Scope beyond Payments Prepare to be shocked. What fraudsters are doing these days will blow your mind. Your immunity is weaker than you think it is. , ,

New Opportunities Hall 510 Moderator: , , Frontiers: Asia - Here and Now Discussions of Asia as the next major marketplace for I-gaming are no longer being held in the future tense. Indeed, Asia has arrived, and this panel provides a synopsis of the opportunities and challenges existing in various locations in the Far East. Victor Tong, PacificNet, Macau Jason Chan, Entertasia Technology Company Limited, Macau

Payment Processing Hall 512 Moderator: Andrea Wilson, First Atlantic Commerce Ltd., Bermuda Data Sharing - Why Is It so Important? In the world of fraud management, data-sharing has been talked about for years, and now businesses are actually doing it. As fraud grows in size and sophistication, merchants and payment providers look for ways to stay ahead of the curve, and data-sharing fraud management is a huge step forward. Companies see data-sharing as an opportunity to grow their businesses while managing fraud more effectively; they see it as an area for cooperation. Andre Edelbrock will discuss data-sharing fraud management, how it works, how companies can benefit and how to get started. Andre Edelbrock, Ethoca, Canada

Executive Insights Hall 511 From the Slot Machine to the Living Room - The Evolution of Gaming Technology Formerly one of Apple Computer's top technology gurus, CyberArts CEO Chris Derossi shares his ideas on what the future holds for gaming technology. Concepts to be covered include server-based downloadable games; games played onsite at casino properties via non-traditional channels like handheld/mobile and via TV in hotel rooms; intrastate gaming among casinos' loyalty groups via the Internet; interstate and international Internet-based gaming; console-based gaming (e.g. Sony Playstation); and mobile gaming. Derossi will also talk about future concepts like 3-D interfaces and gaming in virtual worlds like Second Life. The idea is to help the audience understand where the technology is heading and prepare them well for the opportunities and challenges. Chris Derossi, CyberArts Licensing LLC, United States

New Opportunities Hall 510 Frontiers: Asia - Here and Now (Continued Discussion)

Payment Processing Hall 512 Moderator: Andrea Wilson, First Atlantic Commerce Ltd., Bermuda Considerations for PCI Compliance An overview of data security standards requirements for e-commerce merchants around the globe, this lecture will cover requirements for different association regions, challenges faced in the implementation of PCI by merchants, industry best practices and the overall impact of these requirements on e-commerce transaction processing. Alberto Espana, Xtrategies LLC, United States

Executive Insights Hall 511 Prospects for a World Lottery A Lottery covering the entire World has been the subject of discussion for years, and the UK National Lottery has suggested that this could become a reality soon. Would such a lottery necessarily be controlled by governments or is there opportunity for the private sector? Paul Sinclair, International Lottery in Liechtenstein Foundation , Liechtenstein

New Opportunities Hall 510 Moderator: , , Frontiers: South Africa - On the Cusp After years of consideration it's looking like the regulation of online gambling in South Africa is within reach. So now what? The first step is the adoption of regulations, and this session provides an overview of what they will look like as well as what opportunities will exist under the new regime. Marita Carnelley, University of Natal , South Africa

Payment Processing Hall 512 Online Payment Fraud Trends - A New Level of Sophistication, A New Level of Damage How much do you really know about the level of sophistication of today's online payment fraudsters? Are you up to date with fraud trends from Europe, Asia and North America? Find out what's happening with credit card fraud in today's online world including regional fraud comparison statistics, 3D Secure phishing scams, web site pharming, IP spoofing, habitual chargeback offender techniques and learn how to identify and prevent your business from unnecessary income losses by leveraging transaction pre-authentication techniques and other fraud detection solutions. Andrea Wilson, First Atlantic Commerce Ltd., Bermuda

Executive Insights Hall 511 Bingo -Opportunities in European Markets With online bingo thriving in the United Kingdom, providers are expanding into new European markets and finding that consumers are eager to embrace the world's most popular game via interactive channels. During this session, Parlay Group European Director Steve Cook shares his views on where the hot spots are and what bingo operators are doing to capitalize on the opportunities. Steve Cook, Parlay Group, United Kingdom

New Opportunities Hall 510 The Law of Poker in Canada Much discussion since the passage of the U.S. I-gaming prohibition law has revolved around prospects for regulated Internet poker in the United States. Most in the industry are aware of the efforts in this area, but little attention has been given to activity north of the border. The situation will be addressed during this lecture. Morden Lazarus, Lazarus Charbonneau, Canada , ,

Payment Processing Hall 512 Online Payment Fraud Trends (Continued Discussion)

Executive Insights Hall 511 Overturning the UIGEA - US Courts and Other Strategies Eric Berstein, Esq. and Edward Leyden, president of the Interactive Media Entertainment & Gaming Assoc., explore the viability and possible strategies for challenging the UIEGA through the US federal court system and what implications this may have on the future of e-gaming in the United States. Eric Bernstein, Er ic M. Bernstein& Associates, LLC, United Staters Edward Leyden, iMEGA, United States

New Opportunities Hall 510 Mobile Gambling - the Wide View This broad overview of the status of mobile gaming today will address a number of important questions: Is it pure gambling? Is it an extension of the Web or a standalone product? What about skill games? Tournaments? Play for fun? Is mobile poker anywhere near being a "real" product? What about branding in the mobile gaming space? On the technology side of things, the presenters will address highlights obstacles and achievements. On the marketing side, they'll look at how to market, where to market and the necessary tools. They'll also explore the roles and relationships of mobile operators and aggregators. Finally, they'll address key questions about the future of m-gambling? What's the outlook for 2007? Is it the next big thing, or is it all just hype? Yishai Habari, CEO, 777mobile.com, Canada Marcel Puyk, CEO, Cellectivity, United Kingdom , ,

Payment Processing Hall 512 Moderator: Andrea Wilson, First Atlantic Commerce Ltd., Bermuda Payments Roundtable: The Latest from the Front Line The objective is to discuss and field questions from the audience on payment- and fraud-related issues for the I-gaming space and ultimately provide answers to questions plaguing the industry. The panel's wide gamut of expertise is sure to make this a discussion you won't want to miss. Andre Edelbrock, Ethoca, Canada Andrew Gowers, EzyBonds UK plc, Australia Alberto Espana, Xtrategies LLC, United States Bill Field, Redepay P/L, Australia

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Chris Derossi, CyberArts Licensing LLC, United States
Marcel Puyk, CEO, Cellectivity, United Kingdom
Paul Sinclair, International Lottery in Liechtenstein Foundation , Liechtenstein
Jason Chan, Entertasia Technology Company Limited, Macau

Duncan Cheadle, Managing Director, JPM International Ltd., UK

Michael Strato, Gammonlife, Canada

David Downes, YouGaming.com, United States

Tai-Up Kim, World Mahjong Federation, South Korea