Patents by Inventor John Mix

John Mix has filed for patents to protect the following inventions. This listing includes patent applications that are pending as well as patents that have already been granted by the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).

  • Patent number: 11908285
    Abstract: Networked gaming systems and methods with location-based restrictions. A gaming system includes a game administration server, a communication interface, and a memory containing program instructions to cause at least one processor of the game administration server to estimate a current location of a player using the gaming system, dynamically create a customized list of available games for a player at the current location based on a location of a player gaming client being used by the player, present the customized list of available games to the player gaming client through the communications interface, receive, from the player gaming client through the communications interface, a selection of a game by the player from the customized list of available games, initiate the game on a gaming server, and compensate the player with player winnings.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 7, 2023
    Date of Patent: February 20, 2024
    Assignee: AG 18, LLC
    Inventors: Jordan Simons, Nicholas Koustas, John Mix, Alexander Oxman
  • Publication number: 20230343170
    Abstract: Networked gaming systems and methods with location-based restrictions. A gaming system includes a game administration server, a communication interface, and a memory containing program instructions to cause at least one processor of the game administration server to estimate a current location of a player using the gaming system, dynamically create a customized list of available games for a player at the current location based on a location of a player gaming client being used by the player, present the customized list of available games to the player gaming client through the communications interface, receive, from the player gaming client through the communications interface, a selection of a game by the player from the customized list of available games, initiate the game on a gaming server, and compensate the player with player winnings.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 30, 2023
    Publication date: October 26, 2023
    Applicant: AG 18, LLC
    Inventors: Jordan Simons, Nicholas Koustas, John Mix, Alexander Oxman
  • Publication number: 20230316874
    Abstract: Networked gaming systems and methods with location-based restrictions. A gaming system includes a game administration server, a communication interface, and a memory containing program instructions to cause at least one processor of the game administration server to estimate a current location of a player using the gaming system, dynamically create a customized list of available games for a player at the current location based on a location of a player gaming client being used by the player, present the customized list of available games to the player gaming client through the communications interface, receive, from the player gaming client through the communications interface, a selection of a game by the player from the customized list of available games, initiate the game on a gaming server, and compensate the player with player winnings.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 7, 2023
    Publication date: October 5, 2023
    Applicant: AG 18, LLC
    Inventors: Jordan Simons, Nicholas Koustas, John Mix, Alexander Oxman
  • Publication number: 20220406127
    Abstract: Systems, methods and software for multi-player electronic gaming are described. One embodiment includes a system for multi-player electronic gaming, the system including at least one gaming client configured to accept a selection of at least one gaming option from a player, and allow the player to play a game based on the selection of the at least one gaming option. The system includes an administration server configured to: receive the selection of the at least one gaming option from the at least one gaming client, and initiate the game for the player based on the selection of the at least one gaming option. The system includes at least one gaming server configured to run the game and transmit data about the game to the administration server.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 24, 2022
    Publication date: December 22, 2022
    Applicant: AG 18, LLC
    Inventors: Nicholas Koustas, John Mix, Alexander Oxman
  • Patent number: 11475732
    Abstract: Systems, methods and software for multi-player electronic gaming are described. One embodiment includes a system for multi-player electronic gaming, the system including at least one gaming client configured to accept a selection of at least one gaming option from a player, and allow the player to play a game based on the selection of the at least one gaming option. The system includes an administration server configured to: receive the selection of the at least one gaming option from the at least one gaming client, and initiate the game for the player based on the selection of the at least one gaming option. The system includes at least one gaming server configured to run the game and transmit data about the game to the administration server.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 20, 2021
    Date of Patent: October 18, 2022
    Assignee: AG 18, LLC
    Inventors: Nicholas Koustas, John Mix, Alexander Oxman
  • Publication number: 20220230506
    Abstract: Systems and methods for hosting one or more electronic games are described. A method in a system for hosting one or more electronic games includes receiving a selection by a player of an electronic game. The method includes enabling the electronic game to be played using a computing device operable by the player. The method also includes determining a game result based on game play by the player in the selected electronic game. The method further includes causing value to be awarded to the player in accordance with the game result. Various useful and technically advantageous features enabling play-to-earn electronic gaming where valuable payouts may be made in various non-monetary means.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 7, 2022
    Publication date: July 21, 2022
    Applicant: AG 18, LLC
    Inventors: Jordan Simons, Nicholas Koustas, John Mix, Alexander Oxman
  • Publication number: 20220215723
    Abstract: Systems and methods for operating an electronic fantasy sports betting application. A bettor interface screen is caused to be displayed on an electronic display of a network device. A payout value for the entry into the pool fantasy sports betting event is variable based on a number of bettors making entries. An entry into a pool fantasy sports betting event is received via the bettor interface screen, and a result of the pool fantasy sports betting event is determined. The entry includes a proposition that selects, at pool betting odds set by the electronic fantasy sports betting application, a fantasy sports lineup of sports player(s). A payout amount associated with a winning entry into the pool fantasy sports betting event is determined. A determined result of the pool fantasy sports betting event, and a value associated with the payout amount, are caused to be displayed via the bettor interface screen.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 21, 2022
    Publication date: July 7, 2022
    Applicant: AG 18, LLC
    Inventors: Nicholas Koustas, John Mix, Xander Oxman
  • Patent number: 11302141
    Abstract: A system and method for peer-to-peer gaming is described. One embodiment includes a system for peer-to-peer gaming, the system comprising an at least one gaming client, wherein the at least one gaming client is configured to accept a selection of an at least one gaming option from a player, and allow the player to play a game based on the selection of the at least one gaming option; an administration server, wherein the administration server is configured to receive the selection of the at least one gaming option from the at least one gaming client, and initiate the game for the player based on the selection of the at least one gaming option; and an at least one gaming server, wherein the at least one gaming sever is configured to run the game and transmit data about the game to the administration server.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 22, 2020
    Date of Patent: April 12, 2022
    Assignee: AG 18, LLC
    Inventors: Jordan Simons, Nicholas Koustas, John Mix, Alexander Oxman
  • Patent number: 11282342
    Abstract: The present invention can provide a system and method for paramutual-style fantasy sports wagering and entertainment. In one exemplary embodiment, the present invention can include a method for paramutual fantasy betting, the method comprising providing a bettor with a first plurality of players of a first player type, providing a bettor with a second plurality of players of a second player type, receiving a proposition from the bettor, wherein the proposition comprises a first player from the first plurality of players and a second player from the second plurality of players, receiving a wager amount from the bettor, receiving a paramutual bet for the proposition, calculating paramutual odds for the proposition, and determining a result for the bettor, wherein the result is based on the paramutual bet and the proposition.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 16, 2019
    Date of Patent: March 22, 2022
    Assignee: AG 18, LLC
    Inventors: Nicholas Koustas, John Mix, Xander Oxman
  • Publication number: 20210350677
    Abstract: A system and method for peer-to-peer gaming is described. One embodiment includes a system for peer-to-peer gaming, the system comprising an at least one gaming client, wherein the at least one gaming client is configured to accept a selection of an at least one gaming option from a player, and allow the player to play a game based on the selection of the at least one gaming option; an administration server, wherein the administration server is configured to receive the selection of the at least one gaming option from the at least one gaming client, and initiate the game for the player based on the selection of the at least one gaming option; and an at least one gaming server, wherein the at least one gaming sever is configured to run the game and transmit data about the game to the administration server.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 25, 2021
    Publication date: November 11, 2021
    Applicant: AG 18, LLC
    Inventors: Jordan Simons, Nicholas Koustas, John Mix, Alexander Oxman
  • Publication number: 20210343110
    Abstract: Systems, methods and software for multi-player electronic gaming are described. One embodiment includes a system for multi-player electronic gaming, the system including at least one gaming client configured to accept a selection of at least one gaming option from a player, and allow the player to play a game based on the selection of the at least one gaming option. The system includes an administration server configured to: receive the selection of the at least one gaming option from the at least one gaming client, and initiate the game for the player based on the selection of the at least one gaming option. The system includes at least one gaming server configured to run the game and transmit data about the game to the administration server.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 20, 2021
    Publication date: November 4, 2021
    Applicant: AG 18, LLC
    Inventors: Nicholas Koustas, John Mix, Alexander Oxman
  • Patent number: 11074778
    Abstract: A system and method for peer-to-peer gaming is described. One embodiment includes a system for peer-to-peer gaming, the system including at least one gaming client configured to: accept a selection of at least one gaming option from a player, and allow the player to play a game based on the selection of the at least one gaming option. The system includes an administration server configured to: receive the selection of the at least one gaming option from the at least one gaming client, and initiate the game for the player based on the selection of the at least one gaming option. The system includes at least one gaming server configured to run the game and transmit data about the game to the administration server.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 6, 2020
    Date of Patent: July 27, 2021
    Assignee: AG 18, LLC
    Inventors: Nicholas Koustas, John Mix, Alexander Oxman
  • Patent number: 11024131
    Abstract: A system and method for peer-to-peer gaming is described. One embodiment includes a system for peer-to-peer gaming, the system comprising an at least one gaming client, wherein the at least one gaming client is configured to accept a selection of an at least one gaming option from a player, and allow the player to play a game based on the selection of the at least one gaming option; an administration server, wherein the administration server is configured to receive the selection of the at least one gaming option from the at least one gaming client, and initiate the game for the player based on the selection of the at least one gaming option; and an at least one gaming server, wherein the at least one gaming sever is configured to run the game and transmit data about the game to the administration server.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 2, 2019
    Date of Patent: June 1, 2021
    Assignee: AG 18, LLC
    Inventors: Jordan Simons, Nicholas Koustas, John Mix, Alexander Oxman
  • Publication number: 20200388108
    Abstract: A system and method for peer-to-peer gaming is described. One embodiment includes a system for peer-to-peer gaming, the system comprising an at least one gaming client, wherein the at least one gaming client is configured to accept a selection of an at least one gaming option from a player, and allow the player to play a game based on the selection of the at least one gaming option; an administration server, wherein the administration server is configured to receive the selection of the at least one gaming option from the at least one gaming client, and initiate the game for the player based on the selection of the at least one gaming option; and an at least one gaming server, wherein the at least one gaming sever is configured to run the game and transmit data about the game to the administration server.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 22, 2020
    Publication date: December 10, 2020
    Applicant: AG 18, LLC
    Inventors: Jordan Simons, Nicholas Koustas, John Mix, Alexander Oxman
  • Publication number: 20200320824
    Abstract: A system and method for peer-to-peer gaming is described. One embodiment includes a system for peer-to-peer gaming, the system comprising an at least one gaming client, wherein the at least one gaming client is configured to accept a selection of an at least one gaming option from a player, and allow the player to play a game based on the selection of the at least one gaming option; an administration server, wherein the administration server is configured to receive the selection of the at least one gaming option from the at least one gaming client, and initiate the game for the player based on the selection of the at least one gaming option; and an at least one gaming server, wherein the at least one gaming sever is configured to run the game and transmit data about the game to the administration server.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 6, 2020
    Publication date: October 8, 2020
    Applicant: AG 18, LLC
    Inventors: Nicholas Koustas, John Mix, Alexander Oxman
  • Patent number: 10720009
    Abstract: A system and method for peer-to-peer gaming is described. One embodiment includes a system for peer-to-peer gaming, the system comprising an at least one gaming client, wherein the at least one gaming client is configured to accept a selection of an at least one gaming option from a player, and allow the player to play a game based on the selection of the at least one gaming option; an administration server, wherein the administration server is configured to receive the selection of the at least one gaming option from the at least one gaming client, and initiate the game for the player based on the selection of the at least one gaming option; and an at least one gaming server, wherein the at least one gaming sever is configured to run the game and transmit data about the game to the administration server.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 28, 2018
    Date of Patent: July 21, 2020
    Assignee: AG 18, LLC
    Inventors: Jordan Simons, Nicholas Koustas, John Mix, Alexander Oxman
  • Patent number: 10692325
    Abstract: A system and method for peer-to-peer gaming is described. One embodiment includes a system for peer-to-peer gaming, the system comprising an at least one gaming client, wherein the at least one gaming client is configured to accept a selection of an at least one gaming option from a player, and allow the player to play a game based on the selection of the at least one gaming option; an administration server, wherein the administration server is configured to receive the selection of the at least one gaming option from the at least one gaming client, and initiate the game for the player based on the selection of the at least one gaming option; and an at least one gaming server, wherein the at least one gaming sever is configured to run the game and transmit data about the game to the administration server.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 28, 2018
    Date of Patent: June 23, 2020
    Assignee: AG 18, LLC
    Inventors: Jordan Simons, Nicholas Koustas, John Mix, Alexander Oxman
  • Publication number: 20200121990
    Abstract: A mono-fin for swim training is disclosed. The mono-fin has two separated boot structures that from two separate foot cavities for holding feet with toes positioned in front regions of each of the boot structures and heels positioned at back regions of each of the boot structures. The mono-fin has a mono-fin structure with blades portions connecting the boot structure through the front regions of each of the boot structures. In a middle region of the mono-fin structure and between the blade portions, there is flex region. The flex region allows angles between the boot structures, distances between the back regions of the boot structures and angles between the blade portions to be changed simultaneously by a swimmer while swim training in an aquatic environment.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 3, 2019
    Publication date: April 23, 2020
    Applicant: FINIS INC.
    Inventors: David F. Beittel, Jacob A. Abruzzini, John Mix
  • Patent number: D892250
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 1, 2019
    Date of Patent: August 4, 2020
    Assignee: FINIS INC.
    Inventors: John Mix, Trenton Joel Tollakson, Clay Elliott Hedrick, III, David Beittel
  • Patent number: D906515
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 17, 2019
    Date of Patent: December 29, 2020
    Assignee: FINIS INC.
    Inventors: David F. Beittel, John Mix