Patent ID: 8333654
Filing Date: 2012-12-18
Classification: A63F,G07F

Abstract:
1. A data processing method including the steps of: receiving, in relation to a gaming activity wherein a plurality of players provide respective entry fees, entry data for a given player; processing the entry data on the basis of an entry allocation protocol, and based on that processing, determining a level of gaming value for allocation to the player in respect of the gaming activity; processing the entry data on the basis of a carbon credit allocation protocol, and based on that processing determining a level of carbon credit value for allocation to the player, wherein the level of carbon credit value has an associated environmental utilitarian value aspect and an associated financial value aspect; and providing signals for effecting the allocation to the player of the determined level of gaming value and the determined level of carbon credit value; wherein outcome data is defined in respect of the gaming activity for allowing for the identification of one or more winning entries, and wherein the processing of the entry data on the basis of the carbon credit allocation protocol is independent of the outcome data.