Rumours earlier this year that Betfair was about to acquire the troubled Blue Square sports betting subsidiary from Rank plc were confirmed Tuesday with an announcement from both companies that a consideration of GBP 5 million has been agreed. Rank triggered the rumours with the announcement in January this year that it was reviewing the …
Sigrid Ligné, the hard working secretary general of the trade body European Gaming and Betting Association for the past 6 years, is moving on and has been replaced by Maarten Haijer, the former director of regulatory affairs for the organisation, which represents most of Europe’s major online gambling companies Discussing her resignation Tuesday, Ligné said: …
Gambling revenue in Macau, the world’s biggest gambling destination situated off the Chinese mainland, rose 25.4 percent to 31.34 billion patacas ($3.92 billion) in March, according to government data. The increase in revenues topped the December high of 28.2 billion patacas, according to data from Macau’s Gaming Inspection and Coordination Bureau, delivering results that exceeded …
The latest video slot added to the gaming suite at online gambling content supplier World Match has a distinctly bucolic feel, taking the player off to the farmyard and an amusing collection of animals. Farm Adventures is a 20-line video slot dedicated to “lovers of the country life” who will appreciate the high-definition graphics carrying …
Online transaction security specialist Iovation has added a new dimension to its device reputation and security coverage for online operators by launching TrustScore, a service that identifies website visitors that are most likely to be trustworthy – even if they’ve never visited the site before. The new product analyses a consumer’s online activity from his …
The legalisation of online gambling in the state of Pennsylvania continued to hold the attention of industry observers this week as author Rep. Tina Davis briefly launched her measure in the House, only to withdraw it almost immediately for further work and discussion with various interested parties. Meanwhile Davis appeared on Pennsylvania Cable Network at …
Police in Modesto, California raided two internet businesses Thursday, arresting 12 people and confiscating computer and documentary evidence of illegal ‘sweepstakes’ style online gambling. The two premises visited by police were Andthen.com and LinkNet, businesses which had previously advertised their services as an internet cafe and a computer services company. Sgt. Ivan Valencia told local …
The Cyprus government’s decision to plunder personal bank savings through a substantial levy designed to ease its cash-strapped situation has been a good thing for the virtual currency Bitcoin, say financial experts in a CNBC report this weekend. The virtual currency has yet to make serious inroads into the online gambling global market, but is …
The seemingly endless dispute in the World Trade Organisation over online gambling bans between the governments of Antigua and the United States remains unresolved after over a decade of dispute panel rulings (ignored by the USA), a multitude of meetings between the two nations, ‘final’ demands, threats and counter-threats. This week the issue again surfaced …
International lottery and gaming firm Intralot has released it FY 2012 results for the period ending December 31, 2012, showcasing: * Group consolidated revenues up by 14.3 percent to Euro 1.374 billion. * EBITDA up 15.4 percent to Euro 177.5 million. * EBT increased by 2.4 percent to Euro 58.4 million. * EAT-am (Earnings After …
The knowledgeable technology publication ZDNet is carrying an interesting story explaining a recent slowdown in European internet performance, citing the biggest Distributed Denial of Services assault yet as the cause. The article details the events surrounding the 300 Gbps attack, which tested the resilience of the Internet but failed to break it, due to mitigation …
Irelands Public Expenditure Minister Brendan Howlin has said that the National Lottery will “run out of steam” unless it can sell more Lotto tickets online, the Irish Independent newspaper reports. Howlin explained that there are severe restrictions on Lotto ticket sales online, which means that only 3 percent of tickets are sold this way compared …
The American online and land casino content provider games Bally Technologies Incorporated has signed its third deal in week to provide its e-gaming platform and mobile technology, this time to the Confederated Tribes of the Colville Reservation. The agreement will see three venues owned by the operator’s Colville Tribal Casino subsidiary in Washington state use …
Online gambling software developer Microgaming has revealed that a new table game and an innovative video slot comprise its new games releases for April 2013. European Blackjack Redeal Gold develops the traditional European Blackjack game by adding the advantage of a “redeal component”. This entertaining extra allows gamers to redeal their own cards, the Dealer …
Fitzgerald Industries Group-owned Tropezia Palace is again boosting its choice of games, having signed with Leander Games and Sheriff Gaming just last week, the operator has announced another game supply deal with Rival Gaming. Already carrying a full suite of BetOnSoft games, the addition of these three well-known provider’s games should provide an impressive range …
The process of the Greek Government’s sale of its 33 percent stake (estimated to be worth around Euro 660 million) in betting monopoly OPAP is being challenged by suitors Emma Delta and the Gauselmann-Playtech consortium according to Reuters news agency. Both bidders have reportedly written independently of each other to OPAP and the HRADF, the …
Game developer Sheriff Gaming announced the launch of two new games this week, a table game and a 3D slot. The developer said it had added classic casino favourite “Craps” to its new and improved table game line. “Our technology allows us to differentiate our games from other mainstream slot and table games, engaging players …
Two new members have been appointed to the UK Gambling Commission by Britain’s Minister for Sport and Tourism Hugh Robertson. Robert Foster and Mary Chapman, who already hold commissioner roles at the National Lottery Commission, will take on their new roles from April 1, 2013. Foster was appointed as a National Lottery Commissioner in April …
Jackpot Party will launch its new “KISS Shout it out Loud” slot game later this week. The Colossal Reels slot game features the iconic rock ‘n roll band KISS and band members Starchild, Demon, Spaceman and Catman. Combined 5×4 and 5×12 reel sets offer 100 pay lines with a Free Spin Feature that sees Wild …
Mobile specialist Play ‘n GO has developed and launched a new exclusive slot for Betsson’s Betsafe brand titled Gumball 3000. The game captures the spirit of the well-known car race and its unique cocktail of high style, lavish hospitality and blend of exclusive elite cars. This year the Racing starts in Copenhagen and runs via …
eCOGRA’s Seal Compliance Committee has approved Microgaming as compliant with the European Gaming and Betting Association (EGBA) Standards for software providers of Casino and Poker software. The Committee also approved Microgaming as compliant with eGAP Requirements for software providers of Casino, Poker and Bingo software. The widely respected Generally Accepted Practices (eGAP) provide a professional …
Malta-based World Match Limited has added a new title to its 3D multi-line slot portfolio inspired by the legendary Count Dracula! “Vampire Killers” presents all the typical characters and iconography expected from Count Dracula to vampire hunters. The game features free spins, wilds, fast-play, spin stop and auto-play. Check it out at: http://www.wm.com.mt/en/games/games-preview.asp?tipo=Slot%20Machines&gioco=Vampire%20Killer%20HD
Following the December 2012 declaration by the North Carolina Supreme Court that internet cafe ‘sweepstakes’ style online gambling is illegal, enforcement officials around the state are continuing their blitz against suspected venues. On Tuesday, Cumberland County deputies conducted a sweep on video gambling sweepstakes cafes still in operation, with the Fayetteville Observer reporting that teams …
Fourth quarter 2012 stats from the Spanish online gambling regulator La Dirección General de Ordenación del Juego show that GGR reached Euro 61.4 million in the sector, an encouraging rise of just over 40 percent over the third quarter. La Liga football action was attributed as the main driver of the increase, which pushed online …