| 04/01/2010 |
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A surprising change has taken place in regards to online horse racing in New South Wales, Australia this week as the NSW Thoroughbred Racing Board agreed to allow bettors to utilize their laptop computers on site so long as they obey a new set of strict rules and conditions. Considering the potential prohibition that a national censorship program would inevitably inflict upon the Australian online gambling market, many internet casino experts are surprised at the general concession, with some having a difficult time understanding why the Board would be willing to do such a thing. According to reports, gamblers looking to continue enjoying the convenience of placing real time bets on their favorite horse races down under will be able to do so – at the track. Punters will be able to sit back in their seats at the track and place their bets through the internet, so long as they are willing to download a remote monitoring system that will allow regulators to keep tabs on how they place their bets, ensuring that no dirty business takes place. The monitoring software will keep tabs on any unusual betting patterns, taking into account the activity of the individual, as well as how it applies to the aggregate. Approved laptops will also be responsible for the payment of an annual fee for said monitoring services, and bookmakers will be responsible for establishing a satisfactory process to resolve any disputes filed. Minimum and maximum betting limits may also apply. Punters will be able to select from a menu of approved websites; additionally the computer used must be dedicated specifically for racing wagers. Email access or access to non-gambling websites while on property is also strictly prohibited, preventing bettors from getting any outside information to influence their bet choices. Some believe that the change is an effort to bring closer the live horse racing circuit with the ever-growing online gambling market. If players would prefer to stay home to place their wagers, favoring internet gambling services over the live games, perhaps the change in New South Wales will see more of those punters heading back to the field for the live excitement, now able to bring their mobile devices with them. |
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