Patents by Inventor Jay Walker

Jay Walker 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).

  • METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR PROVIDING INSURANCE POLICIES FOR GAMBLING LOSSES
    Publication number: 20070156466
    Abstract: A method according to some embodiments of the present invention provides for a game server to receive policy requirements of a user for a gambling loss insurance policy from a terminal. The game server determines a premium amount based on the policy requirements of the user and transmits information concerning the premium amount to the user.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 20, 2007
    Publication date: July 5, 2007
    Inventors: Jay WALKER, James Jorasch, Stephen Tulley, Michael Downs
  • METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR PROVIDING INSURANCE POLICIES FOR GAMBLING LOSSES
    Publication number: 20070156467
    Abstract: A system and method for providing a gambling loss insurance policy automatically computes insurance premiums and processes gambling sessions covered by the gambling loss insurance policies. The players may purchase the insurance policies using various means such as coins, earned winnings, or credit cards. The gambling loss insurance system provides a high level of flexibility for the players to define specific parameters of the insurance policy. Additionally, the players may purchase the insurance policies directly from the gaming machine, a custom terminal on casino floor, or cage personnel having access to a centralized network server.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 20, 2007
    Publication date: July 5, 2007
    Inventors: JAY WALKER, James Jorasch, Stephen Tulley, Michael Downs
  • APPARATUS, SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR FACILITATING A NEGATIVE CREDIT BALANCE OF A GAMING DEVICE
    Publication number: 20070155482
    Abstract: Disclosed herein are apparatus, systems and methods for a gaming device operable to support a negative credit balance. For example, in some embodiments, a gaming device may be configured to: (i) determine a current credit balance, (ii) determine a wager amount, (iii) determine whether the wager amount would result in a negative balance of credits, (iv) determine if it is permissible to allow a negative balance of credits, and if so (v) adjust a current balance such that is equal to the negative balance, and (vi) display an indication of the negative credit balance.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 3, 2006
    Publication date: July 5, 2007
    Inventors: Jay Walker, James Jorasch, Robert Tedesco, Magdalena Fincham
  • APPARATUS, SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR FACILITATING A NEGATIVE CREDIT BALANCE OF A GAMING DEVICE
    Publication number: 20070155483
    Abstract: Disclosed herein are apparatus, systems and methods for a gaming device operable to support a negative credit balance. For example, in some embodiments, a gaming device may be configured to: (i) determine a current credit balance, (ii) determine a wager amount, (iii) determine whether the wager amount would result in a negative balance of credits, (iv) determine if it is permissible to allow a negative balance of credits, and if so (v) adjust a current balance such that is equal to the negative balance, and (vi) display an indication of the negative credit balance.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 3, 2006
    Publication date: July 5, 2007
    Inventors: Jay Walker, James Jorasch, Robert Tedesco, Magdalena Fincham
  • APPARATUS, SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR FACILITATING A NEGATIVE CREDIT BALANCE OF A GAMING DEVICE
    Publication number: 20070155484
    Abstract: Disclosed herein are apparatus, systems and methods for a gaming device operable to support a negative credit balance. For example, in some embodiments, a gaming device may be configured to: (i) determine a current credit balance, (ii) determine a wager amount, (iii) determine whether the wager amount would result in a negative balance of credits, (iv) determine if it is permissible to allow a negative balance of credits, and if so (v) adjust a current balance such that is equal to the negative balance, and (vi) display an indication of the negative credit balance.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 3, 2006
    Publication date: July 5, 2007
    Inventors: Jay Walker, James Jorasch, Robert Tedesco, Magdalena Fincham
  • METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR PROVIDING INSURANCE POLICIES FOR GAMBLING LOSSES
    Publication number: 20070156464
    Abstract: A method according to some embodiments of the present invention provides for a game server to receive policy requirements of a user for a gambling loss insurance policy from a terminal. The game server determines a premium amount based on the policy requirements of the user and transmits information concerning the premium amount to the user.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 20, 2007
    Publication date: July 5, 2007
    Inventors: Jay Walker, James Jorasch, Stephen Tulley, Michael Downs
  • METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR LINKED PLAY GAMING WITH COMBINED OUTCOMES AND SHARED INDICIA
    Publication number: 20070155465
    Abstract: The invention includes a system and method for providing linked play via gaming and other devices wherein players may share and combine outcomes or parts thereof. In some embodiments, a casino server registers a group for linked play and a group objective and format are established. The linked play commences according to the group format on the gaming devices while the casino server, or another device, concurrently facilitates interaction between the group members operating the gaming devices. During the interaction, players may combine outcomes in an attempt to win group prizes. The linked play is terminated according to the group format and a determination is made by the casino server whether the group objective has been achieved. Prizes are awarded via the gaming devices if the group objective was achieved.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 15, 2007
    Publication date: July 5, 2007
    Inventors: Jay Walker, James Jorasch, Daniel Tedesco, Stephen Tulley, Geoffrey Gelman, David Zucker, Steven Santisi
  • METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR PROVIDING INSURANCE POLICIES FOR GAMBLING LOSSES
    Publication number: 20070156465
    Abstract: A method according to some embodiments of the present invention provides for a game server to receive policy requirements of a user for a gambling loss insurance policy from a terminal. The game server determines a premium amount based on the policy requirements of the user and transmits information concerning the premium amount to the user.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 20, 2007
    Publication date: July 5, 2007
    Inventors: Jay WALKER, James Jorasch, Stephen Tulley, Michael Downs
  • METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR LINKED PLAY GAMING WITH COMBINED OUTCOMES AND SHARED INDICIA
    Publication number: 20070149278
    Abstract: The invention includes a system and method for providing linked play via gaming and other devices wherein players may share and combine outcomes or parts thereof. In some embodiments, a casino server registers a group for linked play and a group objective and format are established. The linked play commences according to the group format on the gaming devices while the casino server, or another device, concurrently facilitates interaction between the group members operating the gaming devices. During the interaction, players may combine outcomes in an attempt to win group prizes. The linked play is terminated according to the group format and a determination is made by the casino server whether the group objective has been achieved. Prizes are awarded via the gaming devices if the group objective was achieved.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 1, 2007
    Publication date: June 28, 2007
    Inventors: Jay Walker, James Jorasch, Daniel Tedesco, Stephen Tulley, Geoffrey Gelman, David Zucker, Steven Santisi
  • METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR SELLING AN AGING FOOD PRODUCT
    Publication number: 20070150378
    Abstract: In accordance with some described embodiments, methods and apparatus are provided for determining a food product and determining a price range defining a maximum price and a minimum price. An indication is stored that the food product may be offered, as a set of one or more food products, in exchange for a round-up amount associated with a purchase, if the round-up amount is in the price range.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 9, 2007
    Publication date: June 28, 2007
    Inventors: Jay Walker, Andrew Van Luchene, Jonathan Otto, Daniel Tedesco, Geoffrey Gelman
  • METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR CONDUCTING A TRANSACTION BASED ON BRAND INDIFFERENCE
    Publication number: 20070150354
    Abstract: A method and apparatus allows a customer to indicate his or her brand indifference within a product category, and then receive a benefit for purchasing a product chosen by a third party from within this product category. This method and apparatus is particularly useful in differentiating between brand-loyal or brand-sensitive customers and brand-indifferent customers, and allows manufacturers to price-discriminate between these two types of customers.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 2, 2007
    Publication date: June 28, 2007
    Inventors: Jay Walker, Andrew Luchene, Jonathan Otto, Magdalena Mik, Daniel Tedesco, Andrew Golden, Russell Sammon
  • METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR PROVIDING INSURANCE POLICIES FOR GAMBLING LOSSES
    Publication number: 20070142109
    Abstract: A system and method for providing a gambling loss insurance policy automatically computes insurance premiums and processes gambling sessions covered by the gambling loss insurance policies. The players may purchase the insurance policies using various means such as coins, earned winnings, or credit cards. The gambling loss insurance system provides a high level of flexibility for the players to define specific parameters of the insurance policy. Additionally, the players may purchase the insurance policies directly from the gaming machine, a custom terminal on casino floor, or cage personnel having access to a centralized network server.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 20, 2007
    Publication date: June 21, 2007
    Inventors: Jay Walker, James Jorasch, Stephen Tulley, Michael Downs
  • SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR REMOTE AUTOMATED PLAY OF A GAMING DEVICE
    Publication number: 20070142113
    Abstract: A method according to one or more embodiments of the present invention provides for initiating an automated session, in which the automated session comprises a plurality of games, and receiving a first signal including a video representation of the automated session. The method also includes transmitting a second signal including the video representation of the automated session to a player communication device.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 14, 2006
    Publication date: June 21, 2007
    Inventors: Jay Walker, James Jorasch, Geoffrey Gelman, Jose Suarez, Thomas Sparico
  • METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR PROVIDING INSURANCE POLICIES FOR GAMBLING LOSSES
    Publication number: 20070142110
    Abstract: A system and method for providing a gambling loss insurance policy automatically computes insurance premiums and processes gambling sessions covered by the gambling loss insurance policies. The players may purchase the insurance policies using various means such as coins, earned winnings, or credit cards. The gambling loss insurance system provides a high level of flexibility for the players to define specific parameters of the insurance policy. Additionally, the players may purchase the insurance policies directly from the gaming machine, a custom terminal on casino floor, or cage personnel having access to a centralized network server.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 20, 2007
    Publication date: June 21, 2007
    Inventors: JAY WALKER, James Jorasch, Stephen Tulley, Michael Downs
  • METHOD AND SYSTEM FOR ANONYMOUS COMMUNICATION OF INFORMATION ABOUT A HOME
    Publication number: 20070143173
    Abstract: A system for establishing anonymous communications includes a plurality of party terminals, a plurality of requester terminals, and a central controller. The system receives and stores party data about respective parties. In some embodiments, a party may be a homeowner. Upon receiving criteria for parties of interest from a requester terminal and authorization from respective parties, the central controller releases to the requester party associated with the parties. The system also establishes communications channels between parties and the requester, while maintaining their anonymity.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 9, 2007
    Publication date: June 21, 2007
    Inventors: Jay Walker, James Jorasch, Magdalena Fincham, Kathleen Van Luchene, John Packes
  • METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR PROVIDING INSURANCE POLICIES FOR GAMBLING LOSSES
    Publication number: 20070142111
    Abstract: A system and method for providing a gambling loss insurance policy automatically computes insurance premiums and processes gambling sessions covered by the gambling loss insurance policies. The players may purchase the insurance policies using various means such as coins, earned winnings, or credit cards. The gambling loss insurance system provides a high level of flexibility for the players to define specific parameters of the insurance policy. Additionally, the players may purchase the insurance policies directly from the gaming machine, a custom terminal on casino floor, or cage personnel having access to a centralized network server.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 20, 2007
    Publication date: June 21, 2007
    Inventors: Jay Walker, James Jorasch, Stephen Tulley, Michael Downs
  • METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR USING CONDITIONAL PARAMETERS TO ALTERNATE BETWEEN WAGERING GAMES
    Publication number: 20070135215
    Abstract: A wagering method is provided that allows players or gaming establishments to specify conditions which when satisfied, reconfigure the gaming device to change game play from a first game to a second game. The condition may depend upon the value of a parameter—generally related to game play—to determine if the condition is valid and triggers the reconfiguration. The second game may be selected from a game on the same gaming device, from a game on a different gaming device, or a game played by a specific player.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 7, 2006
    Publication date: June 14, 2007
    Inventors: Jay WALKER, James JORASCH, Robert TEDESCO, Daniel TEDESCO, Stephen TULLEY
  • METHOD AND SYSTEM FOR ADAPTING CASINO GAMES TO PLAYING PREFERENCES
    Publication number: 20070135213
    Abstract: One embodiment of the present invention provides for receiving a player identifier, transmitting the player identifier to a central server, receiving data corresponding to the player identifier from the central server, and configuring play of a casino game based on the data.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 13, 2006
    Publication date: June 14, 2007
    Inventors: Jay Walker, James Jorasch, Thomas Sparico
  • METHOD AND SYSTEM FOR ADAPTING CASINO GAMES TO PLAYING PREFERENCES
    Publication number: 20070135212
    Abstract: One embodiment of the present invention provides for receiving a player identifier, transmitting the player identifier to a central server, receiving data corresponding to the player identifier from the central server, and configuring play of a casino game based on the data.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 13, 2006
    Publication date: June 14, 2007
    Inventors: Jay Walker, James Jorasch, Thomas Sparico
  • METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR USING CONDITIONAL PARAMETERS TO ALTERNATE BETWEEN WAGERING GAMES
    Publication number: 20070135214
    Abstract: A wagering method is provided that allows players or gaming establishments to specify conditions which when satisfied, reconfigure the gaming device to change game play from a first game to a second game. The condition may depend upon the value of a parameter -generally related to game play—to determine if the condition is valid and triggers the reconfiguration. The second game may be selected from a game on the same gaming device, from a game on a different gaming device, or a game played by a specific player.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 7, 2006
    Publication date: June 14, 2007
    Inventors: Jay WALKER, James JORASCH, Robert TEDESCO, Daniel TEDESCO, Stephen TULLEY