This morning’s hearing by the Pennsylvania Senate Community, Economic and Recreational Development Committee was perhaps most notable for the confidence shown by officials from the Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board in their ability to licence and regulate intrastate online gambling. Executive director Kevin O’Toole, in his testimony and under subsequent questioning, made the following points: * …
Sportium, the joint venture business between Ladbrokes and CIRSA has been named title sponsor of the Liga Nacional de Fútbol Sala (LNFS), Spain’s national indoor football league. The deal begins at the start of next season with the option to renew for another It will afford Sportium broad brand visibility and promotional opportunities targeting soccer …
Social sports and gaming network provider Oddslife has clinched a deal with one of Ukraine’s leading football news sites, Football.ua for a white label social sports and gaming platform. Sportsguru.ua will be launched as an exclusive product for Ukrainian sports fans, joining Bulgaria’s Sportal.bg, Spanish media group MARCA.com, Denmark’s main football portal Bold.dk, Greek media …
William Hill has been sanctioned by the UK Advertising Standards Authority on three different tweets on its @WillHillBet Twitter feed that it ruled were irresponsible as they appealed to children. The first tweet featured a child, holding a golf club and ball, jumping in the air accompanied by “TheMasters has started! yippee”. The second and …
The Canadian newspaper Globe and Mail has been conducting its own probe into the insider trading allegations surrounding Amaya Gaming’s acquisition of Pokerstars parent Rational Group last year, and appears to have developed an in-depth knowledge of the individuals involved and the investigative progress of the Quebec financial regulator running the official investigation, the Autorite …
Rep. Bob Goodlatte, a dyed-in-the-wool anti-online gambling politician who has caused more than his fair share of angst and financial loss for the industry in the United States over the past decade or more (see previous reports), appears to be far more popular in the wider digital industry, which has recognised him for his contributions …
A third party supplier lapse in responsible gaming precautions resulted in Caesars Interactive Entertaiment paying a $15,000 fine to the New Jersey Division of Gaming Enforcement this week after it self-reported the incident. The offence, which took place in April, involved the third party supplier soliciting gamblers who had previously signed up on the company’s …
Pennsylvania’s thorough and professional assessment of internet gambling possibilities continues today (Wednesday) with another political hearing, this one by the Senate Community, Economic and Recreational Development Committee chaired by Senator Kim Ward. Sen. Ward is pro-legalisation in the state and is the author of SB900 which seeks to achieve that objective, confining licensing to existing …
The Australian betting technology firm RewardBet has inked a deal with online gambling software developer Kiron Interactive which will see it supply products for Kiron’s virtual racing and sports betting platforms. RewardBet is a platform that allows players to place bets using a three-step process, spokesman founder Greg Conroy said this week. “Our immediate focus …
Giant US gambling group MGM Resorts paid tribute to its major shareholder Kirk Kerkorian Tuesday as the news broke that the 98-year-old world famous financier had passed away peacefully in Los Angeles Monday night.. MGM Resorts International Chairman and CEO Jim Murren said in a statement: “MGM Resorts and our family of 62,000 employees are …
The publicly listed online gambling firm Betfair Group plc has published an impressive set of preliminary Full Year 2015 results, flagging the following high points: * Revenues up 21 percent at £476.5 million; * Sustainable revenue up 27 percent to £388.5 million; * Sustainable revenue mix now 82 percent of Group revenue (FY14: 78 percent); …
Gaming industry veteran and now Nevada Senator Mark Liparelli, has been named Compliance Committee Chairman for machine manufacturer Interblock. “We are extremely privileged to have Mr. Lipparelli Chair our Compliance Committee. Mark is someone I have had the privilege to work with over the years and appreciated the positive impact he had during his tenure …
BetVictor has taken on a portfolio of web and mobile games developed by Swedish gaming studio Quickspin. News of the deal follows BetVictor’s recent disposal of prime racecourse betting points to Star Sports , reinforcing the gambling firm’s focus on the digital market as it revamps its online offer. “This is an exciting new development …
Some interesting insights into Betfair were revealed in a Financial Director.co.uk interview with Betfair’s chief financial officer, Alex Gersh this week. Gersh pointed out that the FTSE 250 company’s share price has risen 300 percent in just two years, saying he has been integrally involved in transforming the business into a “more profitable beast”. “Our …
Online sports betting operator 12Bet has been named Official Betting Partner to Premier League Football Club Swansea City for the 2015-16 season. Under the terms of the deal, 12BET will benefit from a strong advertising presence around Swansea City’s Liberty Stadium. The operator has previously served as shirt sponsor to La Liga’s Sevilla, Wigan Athletic …
Malta-based live dealer provider Medialive has announced a content deal with Italian online casino operator Goldbet.it which will see it supply live dealer roulette, blackjack and baccarat. Medialivecasino’s Angelo De Gobbi said that Goldbet was a significant online and retail betting group in the Italian market. “Therefore we’ll open for them a fully branded live …
BetVIP, a Malta-based Bitcoin-denominated online sportsbook, has closed after barely a year in operation, reports the publication Sportsbook Review. The company’s website displayed the bad news for players this week, advising: “The shareholders of BetVIP have decided to suspend trading of the business as of Friday 12th June. Due to the early nature of Bitcoin …
The New Zealand publication Stuff reports that land casino operator SkyCity is already attracting flak soon after launching a free-to-play online gaming website. The company has been accused by local Problem Gambling Association chief Graeme Ramsey of “grooming” visitors and introducing them to gambling with its free-play selection of slots, poker and blackjack at Skycityonline, …
Online gambling games developer BetSoft Gaming has signed a content provision deal with Italian internet gambling platform provider iGaming Tech that will see the wider distribution of BetSoft games in the Italian market. The complete inventory of BetSoft games is involved in the deal, including its ToGo line of mobile products. BetSoft spokeswoman Annamaria Anastasi …
A hearing on proposals by the US Internal Revenue Service regarding the introduction of player management and tracking systems for mandatory tax reporting, along with new winning reportage thresholds (see previous reports) will hear testimony from the chief executive of the American Gaming Association, Geoff Freeman, Wednesday. The Association represents the interests of American land …
Last year NetEnt AB signed an agreement with William Hill plc to supply casino games to its licensed betting shops in the UK (see previous reports). Following a successful integration process, the first game – a slot titled Starburst – is now available to players in William Hill’s retail network. The integration is a milestone …
The Macau Gaming Inspection and Coordination Bureau (GICB) has posted an alert warning that online gambling websites carrying its certification are operating illegally. The authority clarified, following a rise in public enquiries on issues related “to illegal gambling websites”, that all online interactive websites in Macau are considered to be illegal; and that the Macau …
Bingo-focused UK online operator Game Village has expanded its content portfolio following a deal with Quickfire, powered by Microgaming. Microgaming content offering branded casino games, video slots, poker and table games were integrated late last week, the company said. “Microgaming will bring much-needed variety to the bingo and casino games at Game Village.”
Cherry’s EuroLotto.com has been relaunched in partnership with lottery software provider Kootac. The revamped website offers online players access to prominent global lotteries which comprise Europe’s EuroMillions and EuroJackpot; the U.S.A.’s MegaMillions and Powerball; Italy’s SuperEnalotto; and Germany’s Lotto 6/49. Lottery lovers can buy tickets online, access results and put themselves in line for exclusive …