[thelist] Online Gaming

[emhehl]

I have to agree with Billy here - they're are becoming rather cliche. The
article that we're referring to does make reference to this, as the case
study is sort of a semi-failed attempt, on account of the saturated market,
lack of innovation, etc.

If you and your partner have been approached to code the site only (and are
not asked to invest anything in it) then go for it.  There's no financial
risk and you'll get paid and be long gone before the site crashes and burns.
On the other hand, if you're being asked to invest, make certain you've seen
a detailed business plan and that you engage in a lengthy Q&A session to get
an idea of what you might be getting in to. Also make certain you're aware
of local gaming laws (tax status, protection, etc) in the countr where
you'll be hosting the site.  A good lawyer skilled in international
financial/tax law might be a positive here (criminal law too).



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[mailto:thelist-admin at lists.evolt.org]On Behalf Of Billy Hutton
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I was going to suggest that article as well.  It's definitely worth tracking
down and reading if you're considering any type of "casino" site.

My feelings on this might sound odd, but I don't think that anyone has
invented anything new in a long, long time.  Casino sites were a great idea,
but I think that legislation may catch up with them in the near future.
Also, it's a bit of an "established" service on the web now.  You probably
wouldn't look to pornography as a money-making scheme on the web, because
that was cliché several years ago.  I think that online gaming sites have
reached the same status. :(

- Billy

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[mailto:thelist-admin at lists.evolt.org]On Behalf Of Eric Hehl

Wired magazine had a pretty exhaustive case study of a gaming startup in an
issue appearing within the past 4 months.  Might be worthwhile to check out
Wired.com for the article ...

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[mailto:thelist-admin at lists.evolt.org]On Behalf Of M. Hannan

A business partner and I have been approached to develop an online gaming
site, has anyone done this?  I know that it obviously must not be hosted
anywhere that prohibits gambling and monetary transactions must take place
"offshore" but how about developing the site?

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