The French regulatory authority of online gaming ARJEL has launched a multi-media awareness campaign educating consumers on the risks of playing with unlicenced sports betting, online poker and horse race betting operators. An extension to the launch of a similar campaign in 2010, the initiative retains its humorous tone and will flight across radio, internet …
The top Nevada political journalist and television presenter Jon Ralston reports that the billionaire owner of the Las Vegas Sands land gambling group, Sheldon Adelson, intends to ramp up his campaign to have online gambling declared illegal in the United States. Over the weekend Ralston quoted Adelson’s chief lobbyist, Andy Abboud, as saying that the …
In an update on China’s continuing anti-illegal gambling drive, the Ministry of Public Security released new statistics for the first three weeks of 2014 on Saturday, disclosing that 1,527 gambling cases have been investigated and 5,300 suspects detained. The Xinhua news agency reports that the cases were uncovered in the provinces of Anhui, Hubei, Liaoning, …
Rep. Paul Clymer, the Pennsylvanian politician who introduced a law specifically banning online gambling last year , has announced that at 76 years of age he will not seek re-election before his current two-year term ends November 30 this year. A staunch Republican, Clymer is one of the longest-serving representatives in the Pennsylvania legislature. He …
Connecticut state Representative Tony Hwang warned at the weekend that the expansion of gambling, and the possible legalisation of online gambling in the state, was a matter of concern for societal reasons and should be put on hold until full public engagement has been achieved. Rep. Hwang has influence in the state Legislature; He is …
With budget debates likely over the next few months in Pennsylvania, local experts are expecting the expansion of gambling, possibly including the legalisation of internet gambling, to be on the agenda, reports Philly.com. “Both measures could mean hundreds of millions in annual tax revenue at a time when the state is in the red. The …
Concerns over land gambling company contributions to Idaho governor Butch Otter’s political campaign has spilled over into opposition to further gambling expansion in the state, and warnings that any attempt to legalise online gambling will be opposed. The Twin Falls Times-News reported over the weekend that gambling moguls Steve Wynn, Frank Fertitta III and his …
Live dealer provider Ezugi and IP firm Uplay1 have combined forces to integrate a Hybrid Black Jack solution that allows unlimited players at a virtual black jack table, increasing the potential for operator earnings. The agreement with Uplay1 enables Ezugi’s clients to offer live Black Jack that was previously limited to 7 seats per table …
Las Vegas Sands mogul Sheldon Adelson’s attempt to use state Attorneys General to push for an internet gambling ban is gaining traction, and the Poker Players Alliance has renewed its plea to pro-online gambling parties to counter the campaign. The Washington DC publication The Hill reported over the weekend that at least 10 state attorneys …
European online casino 7Red has added new live dealer software from Vivo Gaming, enhancing the online casino’s offering by including live Black Jack, Roulette and Baccarat. “We are happy to cooperate with a reputable live dealer game provider such as Vivo Gaming”, said 7Red chief exec Peter Alex this week.” “After reviewing several live dealer …
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The New Jersey online gambling partnership of Borgata-Bwin has delivered the first major jackpot – worth $153,638.75 – to an anonymous 29-year-old punter who hit the big win on a stake of just $1.50. Playing on Borgata Casino.com, the Monmouth County gambler was home visiting his parents in the Garden State this week when he …
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For almost a decade now, industry observers have marvelled at South Africa’s remarkable procrastination on the legalisation of online gambling despite research studies, overseas fact-finding missions and political debate. In the latest development, Geordin Hill-Lewis, a member of parliament and shadow minister in the opposition Democratic Alliance party has drafted a bill that seeks to …
The now legendary fifteen-year-long dispute over online gambling between the governments of Antigua and Barbuda and that of the United States is set to enter a new phase as the former introduces legislative changes regarding copyright that are designed to remove intellectual property protection for the United States. The publication Caribbean 360 reported Friday that …
A Princeton University study into social networking created a minor media furore over the past week in the United States media, claiming that social networking would decline as early as 2015 – 2017, with consequential damage to giants like Facebook. Facebook was quick to respond, using a research model similar to that used by Princeton …
Playscan, a problem gambler monitoring and warning tool developed in 2007 by Swedish gambling monopoly Svenska Spel, is about to cross the Atlantic following an partnership agreement with the US National Council on Problem Gambling. The Playscan system will provide information relevant to the North American region and both land and online gambling in terms …
The independent online gambling testing and monitoring company eCOGRA has been accredited by the Bulgarian State Gambling Commission (SGC) as an acceptable testing laboratory for aspiring online casino, sports betting and poker operators looking to enter the Bulgarian market. eCOGRA submitted to the SGC’s stringent assessment and accreditation program in order to meet demand from …
The $5.5 million fine imposed by the Nevada Gaming Control Board on CG Technology (formerly Cantor Gaming) in respect of 18 infractions of Nevada gambling regulations has been confirmed by the Nevada Gaming Commssion. The infractions surfaced in a Board enquiry into events surrounding the activities of fired exec Mike Colbert and allegations that high …
The Dutch gambling monopoly Holland Casino is going to eliminate a further 150 to 200 jobs, about 5 percent of its workforce, in more cost-cutting measures, reports the Reuters news agency and the NL Times. The job cuts will be made at the state-owned company’s 14 branches, and follow an earlier staff reduction measure in …
The US-based Scientific Games Corporation has signed a new contract with the Maine state lottery. The agreement calls for SG to implement and operate a complete lottery gaming system for instant and draw games, including the Sciplay interactive platform, as well as provide instant ticket printing and a Cooperative Services Program. The contract was awarded …
The American gambling supply and content developer International Game Technology has posted its fiscal Q1-2014 results, showcasing an impressive performance by the interactive division and highlighting: * Total revenues up 2 percent to $541 million * GAAP earnings per share increased by 29 percent to $0.31, althoughh adjusted eps lagged 11 percent at $0.25. * …
Few details are available on a Croatian Times report Thursday that the Croatian Ministry of Finance is about to impose a heavier tax on punters who win playing the lottery or betting on sports. Sources claim that punters who achieve wins over 1,500 Croatian kuna (about Euro 200) will have to cough up 10 percent …
White label online gambling supplier EveryMatrix has announced an agreement to include the online casino games developed by World Match to its considerable inventory of games. The additional games will be added to the company’s CasinoEngine, giving players more choice and variety for their online casino entertainment. Malta-based World Match was founded in 2002 and …