IBLS Internet Law Digital Library
| # | Title / Abstract | Date |
| 1 | 2140 - Regulating and Taxing Online Gambling in Belize
Gambling has become a financially viable sector of the entertainment industry to which providers of e-commerce activities are attracted. Low-tax jurisdictions buoy their economies by creating havens for businesses such as online gambling companies that are restricted in developed countries. Belize aspires to follow the path of other Caribbean countries.The following questions have been addressed in this article: How is online gambling regulated in Belize?
What licensing fees are required to be paid by an online gambling operator?
Which documents must be submitted along with a license application?
What financial security needs to be provided by an applicant?
What tax exemptions are available to international companies in Belize?
IBLS Editorial Board
Staff Attorney View details... | 6/3/2010 1:57:30 PM |
| 2 | 2274 - The ICC and the United Nations Convention on the Use of Electronic Communications in International Contracts
The recently concluded United Nations Convention on the Use of Electronic Communications in International Contracts (the Convention) is considered to be a positive step to stimulate development of cross-border online commerce -- particularly e-commerce in developed countries, as well as in the developing countries. The main feature of the Convention is that it strengthens the legal validity of transactions that take place electronically.The following questions have been addressed in this article: What are the provisions of the Convention?
In what way has the ICC contributed to the Convention?
What is the view of the ICC authorities about the final Convention adopted?
IBLS Editorial Board
Staff Attorney View details... | 5/26/2010 7:07:03 AM |
| 3 | 2317 - Sports Betting Websites Located Abroad Offering Services to U.S. Citizens
The United States Court of Appeals for the Second Circuit (the "Second Circuit”) affirmed the judgment of the United States District Court for the Southern District of New York (the "District Court”) which held that Jay Cohen, the director of an offshore sports betting Website, conspired to violate and violated the terms of 18 U.S.C. §1084. Jay Cohen, a business located in Antigua accepted bets from United States citizens over the telephone as well as from bettors on the Internet.
The Second Circuit held that Jay Cohen violated the provisions of 18 U.S.C. §1084 by means of the Internet and telephone to transmit calls and accept bets from bettors in New York where gambling is illegal to the World Sports Exchange in Antigua where gambling is legal.The following questions have been addressed in this article: Who are the parties in this case?
What is the factual background of the case?
What are the issues at bar in this case?
What did the court hold in this case?
What is the significance of this case?
IBLS Editorial Board
Staff Attorney View details... | 12/23/2009 9:36:22 AM |
| 4 | 2272 - Road Map for E-Commerce Taxation by the International Chamber of Commerce (ICC)
The International Chamber of Commerce (ICC) is a world business organization that promotes and enforces fair trade and international economic development. It has enacted self-regulatory codes on different business areas, including e-commerce and published policies, action plans, and guidelines on various aspects on e-commerce. The ICC has also touched upon the tax consequences of e-commerce transactions and suggested various guiding principles. ICC policies have served as the foundation for a major business coordination effort toward electronic commerce.The following questions have been addressed in this article: What are the various recommendations proposed by the ICC for increasing e-commerce taxation revenues?
What is the position taken by the ICC on electronic documentation of tax requirements?
What are the various steps undertaken by the ICC for the development of e-commerce?
IBLS Editorial Board
Staff Attorney View details... | 3/13/2009 8:08:02 AM |
| 5 | 2824 - Anti-Money Laundering Regulations in the British Virgin Islands
The British Virgin Islands (BVI), considered an offshore haven for financial services, has introduced a range of legislation aimed at tackling the problems of money laundering and terrorist financing. The new legal framework introduces mechanisms that bring the BVI’s standards in line with international standards for tackling criminal activities in the financial services sector.The following questions have been addressed in this article: What is the scope of the Anti-Money Laundering Regulations 2008?
What is the scope of the Anti-Money Laundering and Terrorist Financing Code of Practice 2008?
What legislation does the Anti-Money Laundering Code replace?
What is the scope of the Non-Financial Business (Designation) Notice 2008?
What happens after a money laundering report is made to a firm’s Money Laundering Reporting Officer?
IBLS Editorial Board
Staff Attorney View details... | 1/27/2009 7:40:48 AM |
| 6 | 1882 - The Prosecution of Offshore Internet Sports Book Companies in the United States Federal Courts
Although gambling on sporting events is, in most cases, prohibited under federal and state law, there has been an exponential growth in the use of the Internet for gambling purposes. This growth has been accompanied by a corresponding multiplication of online gambling websites, which are often set up offshore. In spite of the fact that these sites offer privacy and anonymity to both the owners and the customers, online sports booking is prosecuted and punished for violation of the Wire Act of 1961.The following questions have been addressed in this article: How is gambling regulated in the U.S.?
Are there any other laws that apply to online gambling?
Are there any examples of illegal gambling cases?
What are some common characteristics of these cases?
How do these Cases Affect Companies that Operate offshore Internet gambling sites?
IBLS Editorial Board
Staff Attorney View details... | 1/19/2009 9:07:21 AM |
| 7 | 2823 - Jamaica's Trademark Act
Jamaica’s Trade Marks Act 1999, which replaces the previous 1958 Act, became effective in September 2001. It introduced changes to Jamaica’s trademark regime, including increasing the length of trademark protection to ten years, and implementing the Paris Convention for the Protection of Industrial Property. Following, there is a brief introduction to Jamaica's trademark system.The following questions have been addressed in this article: What other types of trademarks can be registered in Jamaica?
What are relevant issues of the registration process in Jamaica?
What is the procedure for registering a trademark in Jamaica?
What are the fees to register a trademark in Jamaica?
Are there any provisions in relation to the seizure of infringing imports into Jamaica?
IBLS Editorial Board
Staff Attorney View details... | 1/13/2009 2:06:52 PM |
| 8 | 2791 - Domain Name Disputes Involving Automobile Manufacturers
The World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO) Arbitration Panels have upheld the rights of automobile manufacturers who request transfer of domain names that incorporate their trademarks. WIPO Arbitration Panels particularly protect automobile trademark owners from cybersquatters and rival companies that divert Web-traffic to their own sites.The following questions have been addressed in this article: Can non-use be evidence of bad faith?
Can the Panel draw a negative inference if the respondent fails to respond to the allegations?
In the United States, under which circumstances can a third party register and use a domain name that incorporates a third party’s trademark?
IBLS Editorial Board
Staff Attorney View details... | 1/6/2009 12:50:15 PM |
| 9 | 2756 - Asset Protection Legislation in Antigua and Barbuda: Better Protection of Deposited Trusts
Antigua and Barbuda enacted a series of asset protection, trust, and foundation laws; they include the International Trusts Act, International Foundations Act, International LLC Act, and Corporate management and Trust Service Providers Act, collectively, the “Acts.” These Acts constitute a system for the creation and maintenance of trusts in Antigua and Barbuda. The primary purpose of these Acts is to facilitate a high level of security regarding the creation of trusts, to insulate trusts from the claims of creditors, and to provide transactional confidentiality to foreign and local investors.The following questions have been addressed in this article: What burden of proof must foreign creditors demonstrate in order to be successful in their claims against trusts established in Antigua-Barbuda?
What provisions in the new legislation protect the confidentiality and security of investors' funds?
What principal powers does the new legislation confer on trustees?
IBLS Editorial Board
Staff Attorney View details... | 11/23/2008 6:18:34 PM |
| 10 | 2507 - Photographic Copyright Law as Illustrated by Che' Guevara
It is considered the most popular picture in the history photography, the iconic shot of the romantic bearded guerilla rebel, with dark curly hair under a black beret with red star, looking sternly off into the distance. Of course the photo is that of the Argentinean Marxist Che Guevara. With its fascinating history, this photo can also help to understand the copyright law of images. To better understand the topic of Copyright on Photographs, these questions will be answered: What is the Story Behind the Che Guevara Photograph?; What is General Copyright Law on Photographs?; What are the Copyright Issues for People, Places and Things Photographed?; What is Fair Use?, What are Moral Rights?; What Lawsuits Resulted From Guevara’s Picture?The following questions have been addressed in this article: What is the Story Behind the Che Guevara Photograph?
What is General Copyright Law on Photographs?
What are the Copyright Issues for People, Places & Things Photographed?
What is Fair Use?, What are Moral Rights?
What Lawsuits Resulted From Guevaraz's Picture?
IBLS Editorial Board
Staff Attorney View details... | 11/7/2008 1:22:54 PM |
| 11 | 2663 - Alternative Dispute Resolution Mechanisms In Cayman Islands
Historically, the Cayman Islands have not been a prominent centre for resolution of disputes by means of alternative dispute resolution mechanisms (“ADR”). However, as business increasingly favor ADR methods to solve legal disputes, the Cayman Islands is adapting to this changing reality by developing a strong system of arbitration and mediation that is fully in accordance with international standards.The following questions have been addressed in this article: What are the requirements for arbitration agreements in the Cayman Islands?
How are foreign awards enforced in the Cayman Islands?
What is the Employment Services Centre and what is its role?
IBLS Editorial Board
Staff Attorney View details... | 9/8/2008 7:10:32 AM |
| 12 | 2602 - Belize Copyright Act Chapter 252, Revised 2000
Belize is a nation set on the Caribbean Sea in Central America, situated between Guatemala and Mexico. A historic setting of several Mayan city states, the former colony of British Honduras declared itself independent in 1981. Growth has been 4% since 2000, and recent petroleum discoveries promise a new flow of foreign direct investment.The following questions have been addressed in this article: What are the Categories of Protected Works?
What is the Duration of Copyright Protection?
What is the Law Regarding Objection to Treatment of Work?
What is the Right to Privacy, Regarding Commissioned Photographs and Films?
IBLS Editorial Board
Staff Attorney View details... | 5/20/2008 8:52:37 AM |
| 13 | 2185 - E-commerce And Taxation In Bahamas
There is no income, purchase or sales tax in the Bahamas. Having no experience collecting taxes, collecting revenues from e-transactions becomes that much more difficult for the Bahamas. Additionally, the Bahamas is not a signatory to any double tax treaty with other country, thus allowing the widespread exploitation of the Bahaman system by foreigners.The following questions have been addressed in this article: What are the provisions set down by the Electronic Communications and Transactions Act with regard to e-commerce transactions in Bahamas?
Does the Computer Misuse Act, protect any offences arising from illegal interference with computers and their security systems in Bahamas?
Is taxation on electronic commerce applicable in Bahamas?
How is Value Added Tax (VAT) levied on the supply of services in a zero rating environment such as the Bahamas?
IBLS Editorial Board
Staff Attorney View details... | 12/10/2007 5:46:36 AM |
| 14 | 2432 - Paying Online Gambling: Complex Realities Of Cyber-funding
Highlighted here are the peculiar financial aspects and high risk of involvement with online wagering for those who choose to flaunting the U.S. gaming laws. Those living in the U.S., especially if working or dealing with online gambling, risk prosecution much more than a casual U.S. gamer. Since Internet betting is illegal in America, anyone breaking the law could be targeted by the U.S. Federal authorities. For instance, a large gambling ring was discovered operating in U.S and has been prosecuted on RICO charges for misusing payment schemes.
This article will answer these questions: Why were these People Prosecuted, What did they do?, What is the Law of the U.S. Regarding Online Gambling?, Why Don’t Credit Cards Allow Online Gambling Charges?, How do Credit Card Companies Block Charges?, What is a Legal Way to Pay Internet Casinos?
The following questions have been addressed in this article: Why were these People Prosecuted, What did they do?
What is the Law of the U.S. Regarding Online Gambling?
Why Don’t Credit Cards Allow Online Gambling Charges?
How do Credit Card Companies Block Charges?
What is a Legal Way to Pay Internet Casinos?
IBLS Editorial Board
Staff Attorney View details... | 7/3/2007 4:50:38 AM |
| 15 | 2466 - Internet Gambling License Process & Procurement In Antigua And Barbuda
This article is a brief explanation of how to apply for and win an Interactive Gambling (casino gaming) or Interactive Wagering (sports betting) Internet gambling license in Antigua and Barbuda and is offered as an example of how the online gambling licensing process is conducted. The material for this came solely from the Antigua and Barbuda Government’s official information, with many quotes from this country’s Gambling Regulations. We will do so with a series of questions: What does the Application Process ask for; What is a Key Person & How are they Licensed?; What is a Control System Submission?, What Factors doe the Gaming Authority Consider on the Control System Submission? What Other Factors does the Gambling Authority Consider?
The following questions have been addressed in this article: What does the Application Process ask for?
What is a Key Person?
What is a Control System Submission?
What Factors doe the Gaming Authority Consider on the Control System Submission?
What Other Factors does the Gambling Authority Consider?
IBLS Editorial Board
Staff Attorney View details... | 6/25/2007 2:53:21 PM |
| 16 | 2452 - Offshore Financial Centers And Offshore Banking
The rise of the global economy has increased international transactions and enabled money to be moved very quickly. Offshore financial centers are thought to be safe havens for financial assets acquired illegally, but they may also offer some legal financial advantages for multinational companies and wealthy individuals. Most of these financial centers are located in small jurisdictions or microstates particularly in small island countries. This article addresses some specific questions regarding offshore banking; for instance, Do I have to declare income I generate from interest in my offshore bank account?, Are there any government regulations to keep a check on offshore financial transactions?, What is the meaning of the term "the Laffer curve" and what relation does it have with offshore banking?, What does the automatic exchange of information option mean?, and Which countries are affected by The EU Savings Tax Directive 2005?The following questions have been addressed in this article: Do I have to declare income I generate from interest in my offshore bank account?
Are there any government regulations to keep a check on offshore financial transactions?
What is the meaning of the term "the Laffer curve" and what relation does it have with offshore banking?
What does the automatic exchange of information option mean?
Which countries are affected by The EU Savings Tax Directive 2005?
IBLS Editorial Board
Staff Attorney View details... | 6/21/2007 1:08:41 PM |
| 17 | 2480 - General Overview To The Madrid Protocol
The Madrid Protocol is a world organization for the formal recognition of copyright marks. The attendant agreement is officially titled the “Madrid System for the International Registration of Marks”, and put into layman's terms it is an organization that allows member states the opportunity to make international their copyrighted marks in an easy to use, economical and efficient manner. It was initiated through the Madrid Agreement Concerning the International Registration of Marks, established on April 14, 1891, and sought a rational forum and proof system to allow member nations to protect trademarks regarding goods or for services. The application is done once, with one fee in a single currency and in one language. This allows a much easier process and renewal. To better understand this vitally important facet of Intellectual Property Rights defense, these questions will be answered: What is the Madrid Protocol?; What is the “Documentary Evidence of Legitimacy of Use of Certain Elements of Mark”?; How Long Does the Copyright Hold?; Who Can File for the Madrid Notice & Protection?; What are the Fees for Registration?; What Benefits are there to Using the Madrid Protocol?The following questions have been addressed in this article: What is the Madrid Protocol?
What is the “Documentary Evidence of Legitimacy of Use of Certain Elements of Mark”?
How Long Does the Copyright Hold?
Who Can File for the Madrid Notice & Protection?
What are the Fees for Registration?
IBLS Editorial Board
Staff Attorney View details... | 6/20/2007 8:05:11 AM |
| 18 | 2150 - Gambling In Antigua And Barbuda
The Internet gaming industry has benefited from high-quality telecommunication facilities at highly competitive prices, lower than in other Internet gaming jurisdictions, in Antigua and Barbuda. Combined with favorable tax conditions, Antigua and Barbuda has become a haven for Internet gambling operations.The following questions have been addressed in this article: Are Internet gambling operators subject to income tax in Antigua and Barbuda?
What other benefits and tax incentives attract international business companies to Antigua and Barbuda?
IBLS Editorial Board
Staff Attorney View details... | 6/16/2007 11:36:00 AM |
| 19 | 2433 - Internet Gambling License Process In Antigua And Barbuda
This article is a brief explanation of how to apply for and win an Interactive Gambling (casino gaming) or Interactive Wagering (sports betting) Internet gambling license in Antigua and Barbuda and is offered as an example of how the online gambling licensing process is conducted. The material for this came solely from the Antigua and Barbuda Government’s official information, with many quotes from this country’s Gambling Regulations. We will do so with a series of questions: What does the Application Process ask for; What is a Key Person & How are they Licensed; What is a Control System Submission; What Factors does the Gaming Authority Consider on the Control System Submission; What Other Factors does the Gambling Authority Consider.The following questions have been addressed in this article: What does the Application Process ask for?
What is a Key Person?
What is a Control System Submission?
What Factors doe the Gaming Authority Consider on the Control System Submission?
What Other Factors does the Gambling Authority Consider?
IBLS Editorial Board
Staff Attorney View details... | 6/12/2007 5:42:34 PM |
| 20 | 2417 - General Overview To How Online Casinos Work & How To Use One
Since there is no single international law on Internet gambling and because there are so many persons who do not know anything about actually going online to play, this article will simply answer the following general questions: How do Online Casinos Work? What’s the Setup, Software and Odds? How Do People Start Gambling in an Online Casino? Do People Get Paid When They Win? What are the Dangers of Internet Gambling? Which Online Casino Should I Use?The following questions have been addressed in this article: How Do People Start Gambling in an Online Casino?
Do People Get Paid When They Win?
What are the Dangers of Internet Gambling?
Which Online Casino Should I Use?
IBLS Editorial Board
Staff Attorney View details... | 6/12/2007 5:22:13 PM |
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