Castle Leisure, the Cardiff-based operator of a number of leisure ventures, will extend the contract with GTECH G2. The Welsh bingo hall operator will continue to license GTECH G2’s software and its International Bingo Network for another 36 months. GTECH G2 is also responsible for the side games, on offer, at its new instant win channel and at the CastleBingo website.
Update On Golden CasinoThrough communications to the marketing affiliates of GoldenCasino.com we have learned yesterday that the site is going to refuse new members out of the United States. This new regulation will go into affect beginning on the 1st of December.
Korean Gambling Scene Keeps GrowingA reported 8,260,000 (yes, 8.26 million!) South Koreans tried their hand gambling last year, another annual increase in local residents that are taking to gambling at legal vendors throughout the Asian country.
2 Months, 2 ProgressivesWhile hitting just one progressive jackpot is often the highlight of a online gamblers career, hitting two is a remarkable feat. Imagine hitting two progressives in only two months. For player "ChontelB," that dream is now a reality.
Online Word Bingo played at Twitter The growing social networking online site, twitter, has now launched its first ever-gaming application known as ‘TwitterIngo’, based on the popular bingo game. Rather than numbers, it uses words.
iMega caseNew arguments being presented, this week, by both the Interactive Media Entertainment & Gaming Association and the US Department of Justice on the constitutionality and other legal arguments surrounding the Unlawful Internet Gambling Enforcement Act.
FTOPS tourney gets underwayPoker events have got a head start with the Full Tilt Online Series of Poker (FTOPS) tournament now underway.The tournament, organised by the Full Tilt poker website, guarantees a total of more than 15 million dollars as prize money, including six events which are worth a million or more.
More high rollers onlineGambling with large amounts of money become more popular among the internet users. Online casino gamblers are betting for more money.
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Poker breaching new frontiersPoker is breaching fresh frontiers – Montel William of talk show fame is launching a new television program called International Team Poker League (ITPL). The show, based on the talent show format, aims to use the reach provided by the ‘Net’ to bring together the best in online and land-based poker games.
Cashier pockets over 50K lotto cashA gas station cashier from West Palm Beach has been charged with the crime of pocketing Lotto cash worth $50,000. Authorities say that they do have to hand it to Dale Daniel to come up with a surefire plan to win the lottery. This, however, did not land him on the Big Easy.
A Good Start for Barney Franks BillRiding high profile exclusive in the New York Times last weekend, and a surge of popularity in other news media outlets and through the blog world games, Barney Frank's anti-UIGEA legislation, Internet Gambling Regulation, Consumer Protection and Enforcement Act, is not a promising start.
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Party Poker Releases New PromoParty Poker which is based in Gibraltar, just released news of its new promo – the Million Dollar Poker Hand. The promotion is scheduled to run from March 11 through 22 this year, and up for grabs is that once in a lifetime chance to win $1 million or even more
South Carolina Launches Private Poker BillIf there is something South Carolina is famous for, it is the fact that it is against the law to play any game that makes use of dice or cards in the state. For more than 2 centuries now, this law has been maintained by the state. Today, however, that just might change.
US State owned CasinosA provision in Kansas law that is quite obscure in nature could prove to be a very serious obstacle when it comes to the construction of a state-owned casino located near Dodge City, Kansas. According to John Frieden, the attorney representing the casino developer Butler National Service Corp.
US Casino Hotels Industry Report 2009It has just been announced that Research and Markets have already released the US Casino Hotels Industry Report for this year. This report is published once a year and is one of the most sought-after reports ever in the industry.
Crown Casino and Cannery CasinoCCR or Cannery Casino Resorts LLC just announced March 12, 2009 that the merger agreement it once had with Crown Limited has been terminated. This means that CCR will no longer be acquired by Crown Limited. Instead of the merger,
Dissapointing figures for gambling giantThe full-year 2008 results of Party Gaming Poker have just been released and the financial numbers do not look good for Party Gaming PLC at all. Party Gaming plc may have primarily been the sought-after online poker destination, but its poker sector is not performing well at all. The end of 2007 saw the poker sector earning $295 million.
Party poker featuresOne of the largest online poker and casino rooms to ever hit the online gambling industry today is Party Poker / casino. This game room has even attracted the attention of novice poker players, apart from the veteran ones who have long been playing in this room.
Party Casino sponsorshipAs of February 18, 2010, the largest affiliate marketing directory known as CasinoAffilatePrograms.com announced that the Platinum Sponsor for the next CAP Euro Amsterdam event would be PartyPartners. PartyPartners has long been a provider of affiliate marketing services for several websites, including PartyGaming and AffClub.com.
Casino Ad Pulled per White House RequestThe new land casino that is about to open mid-March 2009 has agreed to take down their ad that features a faux President Obama. However, this is not because the new President takes offense in this parody. Rather, President Obama even shares his sentiments that he is more flattered than offended in any way.
Kentucky gambling domainsThe Kentucky Court of Appeals has struck down a Franklin Circuit Court Judge’s order seizing 141 Internet gambling domain names. The Poker Players Alliance (PPA) spearheaded a widespread protest against the order, which was seen as highly inimical to Internet freedom as a whole.
A 101 on sports betting for newbiesSports betting is gaining more popularity by the day. It has moved out from seedy locales and lost its aura of disreputability and danger. It has become a field where you can gain both knowledge and money. So if you are a newbie here are some ground rules to follow:
Resignation John Davy Party GamingJohn Davy, the director of the online gambling group known as PartyGaming plc, has just announced his resignation for personal reasons. Davy will remain the director of the online gambling group until a successor to his post has been chosen.
Rummy goes onlineRummy is one of best loved card games around the world. Like poker, the game has several variations. Many well known gamblers with a reputation for high stake gambling have been fascinated with this game. A case in point is Stu Ungar who was a gin rummy player par excellence.
Obama and the UIGEAAmericans are voicing their views freely on President Barack Obama’s suggestions website regarding the country’s laws on online gambling. The Unlawful Internet Gambling Enforcement Act (UIGEA) has been drawing a great deal of flak, and the newly-inducted President’s website http://citizensbriefingbook.change.gov/home, has seen a lot of traffic on the subject.
Colorado joins pro poker listOne more court in the USA has given its verdict that poker is a game of skill and not of chance, and as such does not fall under the ambit of online gambling. The latest ruling comes from a court in Colorado.
Liberty Sportsbook online sports bettingOnline betting on sports is a thrilling and highly popular option for gamblers. This forum offers a satisfying experience both to those for whom gaming is a fun pastime and those who see it as a serious, income-generating proposition. But whatever be your goal, when betting online, you need to be sure of the credentials of your sportsbook.
MySlot a crowd favourite, says surveyMySlot, the video slot from Microgaming that can be customised at will has proved to be a big hit with players. Foviance, a customer experience consultancy, conducted a survey of users of MySlot, and found that it was rated very high on the criteria of usability, playability and design.
Casino rules, classic bingoBingo is all the rage now. Always a crowd favourite at casinos, it now has a fan following which is already large and growing day by day, in its Internet avatar. All you need to have, apart from the basic infrastructure, including a ‘Net’ connection of course, is knowledge of the rules of the game.
PokerHeaven on ESPNCatch the excitement at PokerHeaven, courtesy ESPN Classic. The channel will broadcast the European Cash Game 2009 over seven episodes, starting on June 5.
Now play Spin3 games on your BlackBerryIn its continuing bid to expand its customer base, Spin3 has made its casino games compatible with BlackBerry devices. The full suit of 15 Spin3 games has been available via the GameWire platform to BlackBerry users since the middle of this month.
Tips for playing Video PokerTo become an accomplished Video Poker player, you need to be able to read pay schedules and tell the difference between short or partial pay and full pay versions. You also need to perfect strategies for the various game options.
More good news for the poker industryOne more court in the USA has given its verdict that poker is a game of skill and not of chance, and as such does not fall under the ambit of gambling.
Club World launches new online casinoThere’s a new casino on the block – or rather, on the ‘Net’. AladdinsGoldCasino.com is the latest addition to the online gaming world. Part of the Club World Group of UK, it runs on the RealTimeGaming platform, and offers a host of options for the gambling buff.
Suite of mini games from CTXMGot time on your hands? Play a mini game. Online gambling software developer CTXM has come out with a set of seven such casino games. These games are perfect for complementing an existing list of games,
Casino with spa and salon opens doorsLake Michigan seems to be reflected vertically in the new Spa Blue Tower that has opened in Northwest Indiana. The 22-storied building, sheathed in blue and green glass, is part of the Blue Chip Casino, Hotel and Spa.
Who's the lucky blackjack playerThe excitement has peaked. The finalists of the BKJK Bowl II blackjack tournament will be at the final table at 2200 hrs EST Jan 28 to see who will take home the massive $21,000 prize.
Customizable slots for online casinosAnd now, all you DIY fans out there, here’s one to gladden your heart. Online-casinos.com has introduced an absolutely fun, and, as importantly, absolutely free facility to design your very own, customized, slot machine which works just great.
Sea changes in progress at BetDirect32Red has brought about sea changes in BetDirect; not least of them a shift in venue. The bookmaker which has hitherto been UK focused is now shifting to Gibraltar, which, though also an overseas British territory, will give it a whole new dimension.
Gaming Media GroupThere’s one more reason for online gaming enthusiasts to rejoice. Casinojoy, part of the popular Gaming Media Group, is now in business with more than 200 games to choose from. Put on the list of online casinos by WagerLogic-CryptoLogic, Casinojoy.com comes with a variety of over 200 games,
Poker tourney for Australian fire victims888.com takes on quite the initiative by launching its very own program to help raise funds for the victims of the latest bushfires happening all over Australia. A $30 buy-in online poker tournament has been planned for the very purpose of raising much-needed funds.
Unibet plagued by currency fluctuationsThe Q4 results of Unibet displays healthy revenue growth across all its known activities. This, however, brings forth net profits of a Forex loss adding up to £11.8 million during the last quarter and up to £17.9 million for the whole year.
Online gambling tips for casino newbiesThe rules of the (online) gambling games aren’t the only things that you need to come to grips with as an Internet gambling fanatic.There are several points you need to consider and clarify to your own satisfaction before you hit the Play button.
New Bingo avatar coming soonThe International Gaming Exhibition (ICEi) scheduled for the last week of January in London will see the introduction of a whole new bingo product. The product from NYX Interactive is said to feature many unique facilities that set it apart from conventional versions of the game.
Message boards for online gambling loversMessage Boards are the connecting tool of the moment. A medium for exchange of news, views and trivia, their power as a tool to garner vital inputs, take the pulse of the public and to influence opinion often goes unnoticed.
Resignation dirtector PartyGamingJohn Davy, the director of the online gambling group known as PartyGaming plc, has just announced his resignation for personal reasons. Davy will remain the director of the online gambling group until a successor to his post has been chosen.
PartyPartners sponsor for CAP EuroAs of February 18, 2009, the largest affiliate marketing directory known as CasinoAffilatePrograms.com announced that the Platinum Sponsor for the next CAP Euro Amsterdam event would be PartyPartners.
Play the latest games at Casino PlexCasino Plex brings you a whole new package of games from Playtech. Playtech’s newest products are five video slots and a French Roulette variant.
Gambling: checking up on US lawsGambling in the United States of America? Watch out, you may be on a sticky wicket, which, translated from cricketing idiom, simply means you might be heading for trouble. The basic problem is that the legality of gambling varies from State to State in the US.
Bet24 wins Gibraltar LicenseBet24.com has joined a select list of poker operators to secure a European Union licence in Gibraltar. The online casino is now free to operate all its products within the European Union.
Parlay engaged in exercise to widen scopeParlay Entertainment is introducing a range of products as well as expanding its format portfolio and joint solutions offerings.The company is making its whole spectrum of side games available in the mini games format.
Revolutionary poker controller at ICEiIf your Poker game is plagued by missed clicks and wrong moves, lost focus and incorrect bets, there is some good news for you. A new wireless poker controller is on display at the ongoing ICE(i) exhibition at London, which claims to take care of these and other problems.
Hope for the online gambling industryThe online gaming industry has been given something to cheer about by an unexpected quarter – the business service analyst Ernst and Young.
Special casino promotion for womenCalling all ladies! Celebrate International Women’s Day in a special way by signing up at Camino Casino. There are a whole bagful of treats in store for you, not least a 100% bonus on your first deposit.
Exciting new Wagerworks gameWagerworks introduced a new 20-pay line game: Megajackpots Cleopatra, a marriage between the slot and the big win progressive jackpot. The online gambling software developer has introduced several features in MeaJackpots that add to the thrill of the game.
Isle of Capri casino leaves Ricoh ArenaUS-based Isle of Capri Casinos are moving to exit their site at the Ricoh Arena in Coventry, England, citing a non-conducive environment in the UK. The casino was opened only in 2006, after procuring the license the previous year.
Party Gaming targets Spanish marketParty Gaming PLC and CIRSA Gaming Corporation SA have struck a deal relating to Spanish speaking countries across the globe. The Internet gambling group and the gaming and leisure company will collaborate to study and build up online gaming facilities in these areas.
Upcoming online gaming industry eventsA flurry of conferences and exhibitions are round the corner for the online gaming industry. First off the mark will be the AiG, to be held at Macau from the 24th of February.
Reading a poker face and keeping onePsychology and skill are two halves of success at Poker. Psychology refers to both the player’s own state of mind and his ability to gauge those of his opponents.
Rival says no to Canadian playersRival is pulling out of Canada. The online gambling firm has put out a notice that it is leaving the Canadian market with effect from February 1 this year. Significantly, Rival is believed to belong to Canadian residents.
Barcodes on your mobile phonesBarona Valley Ranch Resort & Casino has launched a pilot project on the use of barcodes on mobile phones to market special offers and disseminate information.
eCOGRA expands covereCOGRA keeps on growing. Bingo, casino, sportsbetting and internet… The full package is now available!
CardSpike gets black marks on blog sitesWarnings are being sounded regarding CardSpike.com. They centre on tardy rake-back payments. Criticism of the fairly new skin, promoted by the Cake Poker network, started about two months ago, and has been voiced on reliable message boards and blog spaces.
Facebook connection Rummy RoyalThere’s a new Rummy network in cyberspace – and the good news is that it needs no downloading! RummyRoyal.com is an autonomous arm of RMRoyal Media and players can connect to it from just about any browser without having to install any software.
Matchroom Sports to partner with PerformDigital Sports TV and Internet expert ‘Perform’ will put its platforms at the disposal of Matchroom Sports, so sports fans can expect to be able to view the latter’s live events much more easily. Matchroom Sports, a sports promoter, focuses on darts and snooker, among a host of other events.
Dice Arena launchedEuropean gaming enthusiasts have reason to celebrate. Dice Arena from the Jadestone Networks stable, is now available online. This fantastic news is celebrated by thousands of European online gaming lovers.
Bluff offers 10 big ones in exciting freerollBluff Europe which is one of the biggest poker magazines in Europe in conjunction with the popular web-based poker room, DiamondBet is holding a freeroll with a very attractive prize offering of $10,000. Adding to the attraction is the lack of entry fee to the tournament.
Partnership Mobenga and AtlantisbetMobenga, the mobile gambling technology provider based in Sweden has struck a special agreement with new AAMS-licensed Italian mobile operator Atlantisbet.it. Based on this
Orbis launched new minigamesOrbis technology, a U.K. based online gambling software developer and provider has launched a new addition to the Mini Games Collection titled OpenBet.
New games Paddy PowerAnd now, have instant access to poker games, anytime, anywhere. The iPoker software from PaddyPowerPoker.com lets you play instantly, whenever you get the urge to do so. No more waiting around for a suitable time to play the downloadable games.
New games CryptoLogicCryptoLogic is ushering in the New Year with a trio of new games that are bound to keep online casino enthusiasts riveted. Spider Man features in a whole new adventure, while Dragon Sword is another exciting game of magic and mythical creatures.
Boneva EPT championSalvatore Bonavena has made history as the first Italian to claim the European Poker Tour (EPT) Prague championship.
Poker as olympic sportA demo event first; a place on the roster next
The gaming firm says it will first pitch for poker to be included as a demonstration event in the 2012 Olympics. The current online campaign in this regard has brightened Circus Casino’s hopes that Poker can be one of the main events in the 2016 edition of the Games, the rival claims of women’s netball and Twenty20 cricket notwithstanding.
A demo event first; a place on the roster next
The gaming firm says it will first pitch for poker to be included as a demonstration event in the 2012 Olympics. The current online campaign in this regard has brightened Circus Casino’s hopes that Poker can be one of the main events in the 2016 edition of the Games, the rival claims of women’s netball and Twenty20 cricket notwithstanding.Visa Cards for major playersMoneybooker is a U.K. based virtual cash processing firm regulated by the FSA. Major players who regularly use the services offered by the firm believe that a new Visa card facility is in the offing.
Cashing in on commercial celebrationsBelfair marketers are planning to cash in on the tendency of sports players to indulge in exuberant displays to celebrate a score. The Brand Republic blog has posted that the betting exchange is offering U.K. footballers a £10,000 bonus for performing the 'world's first commercial goal celebration'.
Real Money Italian poker for LG800,000 Italian players in People's Poker Network The U.K.-listed online and land gambling group Leisure and Gaming plc, which has extensive Italian betting interests through its Betshop subsidiary, has launched real money online poker. The group has partnered with Microgame SpA's People's Poker Network, which offers a large range and number of tournaments to attract players.
ICEi selling like hot cakesICEi is hot property just now. Records are falling like ninepins at this Remote Gaming section of the coming International Gaming Expo.
888 speeding up bingo network888.com is stepping up its bingo strategy, and is planning to launch three new networks for third parties. It will also add six white label partners to its global network.
Blackjack software for mobile phonesFor all you blackjack buffs, there’s joy at hand – quite literally! Panoramic Software Inc. now brings you the game on your mobile phone.
Kentucky updateThe iMEGA and IGC vs. Kentucky state hearing in the Kentucky Appeals Court in Louisville failed to throw up an immediate verdict on Friday, but the 3-member panel did convey the impression that a decision can be expected sooner rather than later.
Revolution at Slots3If you’re looking for a whole new experience in slot gaming, perhaps you should try the SLOTS3, the new 3D slot game from Betsoft Gaming Ltd., the online gambling software developer and provider.
Playsafe unveils PayNoRakeEcom Enterprise, a subsidiary of Playsafe AS, has unveiled a new web-based poker portal called PayNoRake.com. The Norwegian based online gambling group has stated that its goal is to reward clients who regularly visit the site.
Million dollar jackpot LadbrokesIt was an all-Irish finish line-up in London earlier this week at the Ladbrokes Poker Million. Marty Smyth walked away from the table richer by 1 million dollars, coming in from behind fellow countryman Eoghan O’Dea to take the main prize.
European poker tour returns to FrancePoker aficionados have reason to cheer. PokerStars.com has included France in its European Poker Tour once again after a two year gap.
1,000,000 tourney Paradise PokerSportingbet’s Paradise Poker.com has announced its biggest tournament so far, offering a guaranteed prizepool of a whopping €1 million. Paradise, which had to face some tough times following the UIGEA and having to step out of the US market, has had a chequered existence so far.
Spidey is backSpiderman comes again! Cryptologic is bringing out the second game in its Spider-Man series. The new offering – Spider-Man: Revelations – is expected to be available this week. The online slot game with an all-new storyline will see the hero fighting his arch enemy, Dr Octopus, in an action-filled battle.
Spiderman comes again! Cryptologic is bringing out the second game in its Spider-Man series. The new offering – Spider-Man: Revelations – is expected to be available this week. The online slot game with an all-new storyline will see the hero fighting his arch enemy, Dr Octopus, in an action-filled battle.
Certification for 888Ladies888Ladies.com, part of the online betting group 888.com, meant especially for women punters, has bagged an honor from GamCare for responsible gaming practices.
Million dollar jackpotJackpot Piñata, a progressive slots game offered by online casinos powered by Bodog such as Lucky 18, has crossed the $ 1 million mark, making it one of the largest jackpots offered to American players.
Eurobet Italia increases portfolioGameAccount, a U.K based firm offering gaming services has added Gala Coral's Eurobet Italia portal to its portfolio of online licensees thereby increasing its network of Italian Skills Games.
Micrograming offers customizable slotsMicrogaming, the Isle of Man based software provider for online gambling, has added a new level of excitement for slot players by creating what it claims is the industry’s first customizable online slot game. Aptly titled ‘MySlot’ this new game is a landmark of sorts making innovative use of technology for online gaming.
CAP Euro Amsterdam from Apr 30, 2009Cap Euro Amsterdam, being billed as the biggest trade show to be organized by the online marketing resource and community website for Internet casino marketing affiliates, Casino Affiliate Programs.com, is to be held between April 30 and May 3, next year.
Mansion Goes GermanMansion Poker.com welcomes German speakers to its site this week with the inauguration of its German portal, de.mansionpoker.com. The portal which is a German version of the existing poker site has been specially conceptualized keeping in mind the growing number of German players in the field.
Innovative slots at Money CasinoTopgame, an online gambling software provider, has come up with a new slot game at Money-Casino.com, a portal based in Costa Rica. In case you are wondering what’s on offer here, there is a new progressive jackpot slot. Some of the older slots have also been upgraded to include new bonus games.
Online betting on videogamesBringit.com is offering players an opportunity to gamble on the results of video games. Since video games fall into the category of skill games the move is entirely legal. The beta version of the portal is currently operational and video game aficionados are invited to gamble on the site.
New director UK Gambling CommissionMathew Hill has been named as the Director of Strategy, Research and Analysis at the UK Gambling Commission, a newly created post. The appointment is among a series of senior-level changes announced by Jenny Williams, the Commission’s Chief Executive.
JAXX doubling business in 2009Its good cheer at JAXX AG, the German betting company – its latest Spanish lottery subsidiary, DigiDis is cracking all projected business predictions and could be turning in a whopping $30 million by early next year.
Update UIGEAMore news about the disapproval that the first version of the rules was bereft of expediency and accuracy. The Act prevents monetary deals with illegal online gaming firms, thereby forcing the onus of implementation on the American financial services industry.
Neteller on a steady growth pathNeteller plc, the Isle of Man based e-cash processor has released its update on trading in the third quarter ending 30 September 2008. The Q3 results for 2008 are clearly very good as there is a 27% increase from the Q3 results of the previous year standing at a whopping $13 million.
Stanleybet challanges OPAP monopolyStanleybet International of UK has dared to challenge the OPAP’s monopoly of gambling in Greece by launching two betting shops in that country. Stanleybet International, a fixed odds gambling group, issued press statements announcing the opening of its two stores, and a confrontation with OPAP, which claims exclusive rights till 2020 to run sports betting and lotteries, seems to be on the cards.
Online Gamblers on the Rise in UKThe number of people participating in one form of remote gambling or the other in the United Kingdom is steadily going up, according to statistics released by the Gambling Commission. The statistics are based on information culled from an independent omnibus survey and covers the period starting December 2007 to September this year.
Gaming industry bets on friendsThe American elections have thrown up the winners and losers. Among the politicians, here are those who have been well known to the betting fraternity. Of the one third representatives, many favoring the betting industry have managed to retain their places.
Count of Monte Cristo at London ExpoCyprian game development firm Gaming Animation Technology (GAT) will make its bow to the world at the London Gaming Expo in January next year with The Count of Monte Cristo.
60 minutes is investigating pokerA fresh statement, this time quoting credible sources, is doing the rounds that ‘60 Minutes,’ the investigative TV program will soon air a show on poker. Rumor has been rife about the capsule’s timing since investigators for '60 Minutes' interviewed poker personalities at the 2008 World Series of Poker.
Tain not removed from Ipoker networkLicensees of Tain have stoutly denied rumours that the websites are to be done away with, and say these rumours may be speculation arising from ongoing efforts to change the rakeback rules for better control.
PlayAway casino's new legal marketing toolThere’s a new way to use the Internet for wooing customers to land casinos, and what’s more, it’s legal. The novel method, pioneered by GameLogic, is called PlayAway.
Legal online gaming product US and CanadaLotto IP of Canada may have the answer to the legal problems surrounding gambling in USA. It has a product that allows US or Canadian provincial lottery retailers to sell tickets with unique validation codes that will give buyers access to state-controlled gaming sites.
Retired broker is New Poker ChampIt was indeed payday for retired real estate broker Glen Witmer when he emerged North American Poker Champion and pocketed the $1.2 million main prize at the Fallsview Casino, Niagara Falls, in late October. The 67-year-old amateur, playing only his second major buy-in tournament, withstood stiff competition from professional hands to bag the coveted prize.
Gathering French gambling industryAmidst an economic situation which is growing ever tougher, representatives of the French gambling industry joined other interested parties in a gathering in late October to learn more about and discuss the Government move to regulate the industry.
Playerati brings fundraising into bettingOnline lottery and casino action is now being presented as part of a new idea within the gaming industry. The offer is made on a website powered by Microgaming. However, no hint has been given as to who the promoter of the concept could be.
Study on problem gambling AustraliaReports of the incidence of problem gambling being as high as two percent of gamblers in Australia have prompted the Federal government of that country to ask the Australian Productivity Commission to investigate the issue and submit a final report by 2009-end.
Ireland gaming panel Vs betting machinesSeán Barrett, the government nominee to head an all-party panel on gambling, said he is happy if electronic gambling machines are kept out of the committee’s ambit. He reiterated that he was against a change that would make the machines, called fixed odds betting terminals (FOBTs), legal in the bookmakers’ premises.
Seán Barrett, the government nominee to head an all-party panel on gambling, said he is happy if electronic gambling machines are kept out of the committee’s ambit. He reiterated that he was against a change that would make the machines, called fixed odds betting terminals (FOBTs), legal in the bookmakers’ premises.
CalvertSelf-confessed compulsive gambler Graham Calvert has gone on appeal against the English High Court ruling absolving gambling company William Hill of culpability in regard to his five-month betting spree that left him poorer by £2 million. Justice Briggs had dismissed Calvert’s plea against William Hill earlier this year.
Cantor signs deal with manufacturerCantor Gaming has signed an exclusive deal with Atronic, a leading provider of casino games and services. This tie up is a big deal which will allow the gaming giant to provide complete accessibility and technology to handheld device users.
WPT CryptoLogic end tiesOnline poker operations at WPTonline.com are in troubled waters and are likely to close down following an advisory report filed by World Poker Tour Enterprises on October 17 to the SEC, where it declared that its three-year pact with turnkey provider CryptoLogic will end this November 14, ahead of schedule.
UK licensed online casinoThe leading software provider Chartwell, who already serves numerous online casinos, has stated last week that the first UK licensed online casino ever, will be powered by Chartwell Technology and hosted by ExtraBet.
A Sea Change in Bahamian Gambling LawsThe Committee for Gaming Reform in the Bahamas has described the country’s current legal regulations governing gaming as discriminatory against the citizens, and called for a change in gambling laws that would put a responsible gambling system in place.
Google Partially Lifts Gambling Ads BanGoogle has partially lifted its global embargo on advertising related to gambling, and, starting from October 17th, 2008, such advertisements can be seen on its site by users in England, Scotland and Wales, though they won’t be available in Northern Ireland.
MGM Mirage breaks awayMGM Mirage has opted out of the Nevada Resort Association, which has, for over 40 years, served as the casino industry’s representative in the State Legislature. The split will take effect from January 1, 2009, according to the casino’s spokesman George Absher.
MGM Mirage has opted out of the Nevada Resort Association, which has, for over 40 years, served as the casino industry’s representative in the State Legislature. The split will take effect from January 1, 2009, according to the casino’s spokesman George Absher.