Introduction to the Internet Gambling Business MAIN
Software Licensing and a List of Companies that Provide Online Casino and Sportsbook Software SOFTWARE
Online Marketing Companies that get Web Traffic to a Casino Web Site MARKETING
Sublicensing an Internet Sportsbook and Casino operation from a Licensee SUBLICENSING
Payment Processing and Merchant Accounts for Internet Sportsbook and Casino operations to use E-COMMERCE
Software Considerations GAME TYPES
Legislation issues for the USA and abroad LEGAL ISSUES
Online Sportsbook and Casino and Other Gambling/Casino Related Conferences CONFERENCES
Economic Factors worth considering with an Online Gambling Operation ECONOMICS
Things to Watch for when Starting an Internet Sportsbook and Casino Business PITFALLS
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Online Sportsbook and Casino Links: News, Stocks, Organizations, etc. LINKS
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SOFTWARE LICENSING




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So how does software licensing work?

Most of the companies that actually run an online gaming operation are offshore (not within the USA). The vast majority are located in the Carribean and the United Kingdom. (See the Legal Issues section for an explanation). It is best to check with the laws of the country your company is in for authority to own and operate a casino. Also, it is worthwhile to look at the TAX structure. Australia was taking 50% of all winnings from internet casinos. This number was reduced to 8% after they realized Australians were gambling at internet gambling operations located in other countries.

( One of the best books to read on starting an offshore corporation is Tax Haven Roadmap, by Richard Czerlau )

There are two types of licensing for running an online sportsbook and casino operation. First and foremost is the gaming license. This is a government license which grants authority to the sportsbook and casino establishment to take wagers and bets. The second is a software license. This is a license from an Online Gambling Software Provider to utilize their sportsbook and casino software. Further below is a list of companies that provide software.

Usually, each of these Online Gambling Software Providers have deals or arrangements with one or more offshore nations (agian, usually the Carribean / Latin America). Either they have the "Master License" or have access to the ability to getting you a gaming license. In most cases, A GAMING LICENSE IS REQUIRED from the state/country you are based in order to take wagers on the internet. Some governments do not require a gaming license, while others (like Antigua, Gibraltar, Malta, Isle of Man and Costa Rica) do. In the USA, Gaming Licenses are given within US States.

Usually the Online Gambling Software Provider charges a software licensing fee. Most also take a percentage of the take for each month's revenues of the casino as well (otherwise known as a royalty fee). Some offer marketing services, while some require it as part of the agreement. Some offer equipment (ie: the server), while some require that it be purchased from them. Each of these companies have various structures but this all needs to be weighed out versus what they can offer in return. On average, most internet sportsbook and casino business owners end up with 15 - 40% of the monthly profits.

Also what should be looked at is the type of software. Generally, there are 3 types: Download Based, JAVA and Flash. Each have advantages and disadvantages. To read more about this, click HERE and HERE.

The Wizard of Odds is an excellent reference as to how some of the online casino software providers' programs work (otherwise known as the basic "strategies" - see their GAMBLING ONLINE section).


Who does one call to become a licensee?

Select from the list of Online Gambling Software Providers below:

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Dynamic eGaming  

Dynamic eGaming (Canada): We offer superior quality gaming software that is truly unmatched in the industry. Our clients enjoy a wide variety of services including: merchant account set-up, gaming license assistance, hosting and server maintenance, marketing and player support. We offer both master and sublicensing packages. We can customize an online casino to fit just about any budget.
  
Interactive Gaming Systems  

Interactive Gaming Systems (Argentina): IGS provides clients with top quality gaming platform software for casino games(web based and download), multiplayer poker, sportsbook, bingo, skill games and more. We offer both the sub-license and the master license models which can include such services as merchant processing, hosting and server maintence, player and licensee support as well gaming license assistance. We have the capability and flexibility of customizing existing platforms to fit the clients specific needs as well as develop new projects.
  
Mercedes Software   

Mercedes Software (Costa Rica): We offer (Casino, Sportsbook, Horses, Poker) enterprise strength and performance solutions. Whether you are an existing company with thousands of clients or a startup Mercedes has a package that will fit your budget. Our customizable software suite covers all facets of your business from accounting, reporting, merchant processing, voice recording, and administration. Mercedes sets the standard of excellence with software, service, and support call us today (800) 841-9449.
  
CyberArts  

CyberArts FOUNDATION™ (USA), the technology platform for sophisticated Gaming companies in the new millennium, raises the bar for modern Gaming software. Suitable for poker or any other game, FOUNDATION™ allows global marketers huge flexibility in interface design plus choice of language and currency. Fully brandable, FOUNDATION™ is the answer for the largest and most demanding gaming companies and marketers. .
  
Wagerguys  

Wagerguys (Costa Rica) offering the most advanced comprehensive packages to gaming operators is taking the industry by storm. (No Royalty Fees) Whether it’s Multiplayer Poker, Casino, Skill Games, Sportsbook, or Horse Racing software withWagerguys you pay for licensing only. Our suite of applications will simplify and automate your company’s efforts to maximize your bottom line. Our professional consulting, marketing, sales, and support staff will assist in making your vision a reality.
  
  
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Ace Poker/Pokervision (United Kingdom)
Any-Bet.com (Germany)
Aqua Online (United Kingdom)
Avogic (Sweden & Costa Rica)
B3W Group (United Kingdom)
Bet and Chat (Israel)
Bet and Win (Austria)
Bet Options (Australia)
Betware (Iceland)
BLR Carribean (Costa Rica)
Bianor (Bulgaria)
Bingo.com (USA)
Bossmedia (Sweden)
Casino Builders (USA)
Casino Consult (Taiwan)
Chartwell Technology (Canada)
Cirsa (Spain)
Cryptologics (Canada)
Cyber Arts Licensing, LLC (USA)
Cyberoad (Canada)
Cyberluck (Netherlands Antillies)
Cyberview Technology Limited (United Kingdom)
DirecBet (Costa Rica)
Dot Com Entertainment Group (Canada)
eLOT (USA)
eManagement N.V. (Curacao)
Ensis Technology (United Kingdom)
eSports (United Kingdom)
European Game & Entertainment Technology (Finland)
Euro Event GmbH (Germany)
Expertise Technology Integration (Canada)
Extension Software (USA)
Externet World (USA)
Fairwind Technologies (Canada)
Fortune Entertainment Group (USA)
Engaming (division of Framfab Bulgaria) (Bulgaria)
Fusion Gaming Group (Costa Rica)
G-Master (Macau)
Galaxiworld (United Kingdom)
Gambling Software (Grenada)
Gambling Soft (USA)
Gaming Online Ltd (subsidiary of Bentley Corporation) (South Africa)
Gamebay (USA)
Gaming Logix (Canada)
Game Colony (USA)
Game House (USA)
Gaming & Entertainment Group (Australia)
GamingLogix (Bahamas)
Gamma Seven (Russia)
GIC Global (Canada)
Global Dip Gaming (United Kingdom)
Global Games Corp (USA)
Global Net Entertainment (Canada)
Globespan Technologies (USA)
Go Call Inc (Costa Rica)
Goldplay Gaming Systems (Bahamas)
Grand Virtual (USA)
Great Bet (Costa Rica)
Home Gambling Network (USA)
I-Crystal (Canada)
I-net Software (Costa Rica)
Intel Game (USA)
ICT Software (USA)
iGames Entertainment (USA)
Integrated Games (USA)
Interactive Gaming (Argentina)
Interactive Gaming and Wagering (Curacao)
I-Gaming Solutions (USA)
Interactive Entertainment (USA)
Interactive Solutions Corporation (USA)
International Lottery & Totalizator (Canada)
Intersphere Communications (USA)
Intralot (Greece)
IQ-Ludorum (Turks & Cacos Islands)
Kismet Studios (United Kingdom)
Las Vegas From Home (Canada)
Laverock von Shuoultz (UK / Gibraltar)
Live Bet Online (South Africa)
Lyail International (Belize)
Mercedes Software (Costa Rica)
Microgaming (United Kingdom)
Millennium Software (Gibraltar)
Miracle Software (Costa Rica)
Muse Gaming (United Kingdom)
MXM Media (USA)
Poker.com (Canada)
Net Bet (USA)
Net Entertainment NE AB (Sweden)
Net Intell Games (Russia)
NetOrg AG (Germany)
Next Generation Entertainment (Australia)
Octavian (Russia)
OmniGaming (Costa Rica)
Online Gaming Systems (USA)
Orbis (United Kingdom)
Own Casino (Canada)
Paradise Technology Limited (Canada)
Piramind (Netherlands)
PlayStar Corp (Antigua)
Playtech (Netherlands)
Play Sys (Israel)
Plus Lotto (Lichtenstein)
Poker.com (Canada)
Progona (Gibraltar)
Progressive Gaming (USA)
Pro Wager Systems (USA)
Q-Seven Systems (Germany)
Quixotic Systems (USA)
Real Entertainment Group (Canada)
Real Time Gaming (USA)
Sheftin Gaming Solutions (Costa Rica)
SoftNet Gaming (USA)
Software Gaming Corp (Canada)
Sports Pro Software (USA)
Sunsoft Technologies (Canada)
Swiss Game (Netherlands)
Tab Corp (Australia)
Tech Net Holdings (USA)
Tiffany Enterprises (USA)
Trimon Systems (Korea)
Ultimate Bet (Canada)
Universal Online Gaming (Canada)
Unique Electronic Devices, Ltd. (Ireland)
United Trading Corporation (USA)
Uno Global (Israel)
Venetian Gold (United Kingdom)
Virtual Gaming Enterprises (USA)
World Net Casinos (Costa Rica)
You Bet (USA)
Wager 21 (USA)
Wager Street (Canada)
Wager Works (USA)
Websports Tech (Canada)
Wizard Gaming (Canada)
World Gaming (Antigua)
Zavix (Costa Rica)
3W Graphics (Russia)

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