monicae

A list of online gambling news articles and analyses written by monicae for GamingZion.
European Court Says Italy’s Taxation Policy is Discriminatory

European Court Says Italy’s Taxation Policy is Discriminatory

Monica E. October 28, 2014 18:23:30

The Italian Government took a blow this week, after the European Court pointed out that its taxation policy was both discriminatory and inconsistent with European regulations. Italy has a controversial past – and present – with gambling. In their struggle to stop illegal casino operations, lawmakers have cooked up some pretty strict Italian gambling laws […]

Casino Giant Sues Investor for Defamatory Statements

Casino Giant Sues Investor for Defamatory Statements

Monica E. October 28, 2014 18:03:34

Steve Wynn is suing James Chanos after the famed investor held a fiery speech on the activity of Chinese casinos. If you’re familiar with the world of business investments, you’ve probably heard of James Chanos. A household name on Wall Street and head of Kynikos Associates hedge fund in New York, the expert decided to […]

Genting Is Betting on VIP Customers, But Will Its Plan Work?

Genting Is Betting on VIP Customers, But Will Its Plan Work?

Monica E. October 28, 2014 14:34:30

As the competition for Asian high-rollers is firing up, Genting is struggling to make it in the UK, US and Malaysia. Resorts World Genting is getting a tune-up. The company’s Integrated Tourism Plan is expected to boost the number of visitors at the Malaysian casino resort, but there is still a lot of work to […]

Information and Science Take over in Sports Betting

Information and Science Take over in Sports Betting

Monica E. October 27, 2014 16:59:27

Blackjack is about card counting and strategy, poker has been accepted as a game of skill, and now sports betting is turning into a whole new branch of knowledge. There was a time when wagering was for people who loved sports so much that they were willing to put money on their favorite teams or […]

Real Gaming Trial Period Ends, Site Receives Full Regulatory Approval

Real Gaming Trial Period Ends, Site Receives Full Regulatory Approval

Monica E. October 27, 2014 15:26:21

Nevada’s gambling regulator has given Real Gaming full approval to keep its online poker site in the state. Residents of Nevada have one more option to legally play online poker in the US. After several months of running under a trial period, Real Gaming has finally been granted approval to begin full operations. Along with […]

PKR Upgrades Poker Client

PKR Upgrades Poker Client

Monica E. October 26, 2014 08:44:44

The poker operator wanted to offer improved game flow and to make the website more user-friendly. Smoother, uninterrupted game flow, an extended portfolio of 2D and 3D avatars and a fresh poker lobby are just a few of the brand new features added to PKR, the website allows gamblers to play online poker in the […]

Madrid Opens Two New Casinos

Madrid Opens Two New Casinos

Monica E. October 24, 2014 19:19:11

Spanish gamblers and visitors are welcome to check out the two brand new casinos opened in the centre of Madrid. The Casino Gran Madrid has been present in Torrelodones since 1981. But now the owners of the venue have opened a new branch on Paseo de Recoletos: Casino Gran Madrid –Colón. Hosted in a newly-renovated […]

Audit Finds ID Check Rate at UK Bookmakers Has Improved

Audit Finds ID Check Rate at UK Bookmakers Has Improved

Monica E. October 23, 2014 13:08:26

Undercover teenagers were sent into betting shops to find out if bookmakers take measures to prevent underage gambling. Ten Bolton outlets belonging to land-based, online and mobile betting operator William Hill were put to a test by independent auditor Serve Legal, who found that employees checked 95.4% of the undercover teenage visitors for ID. At […]

How Poker Helps Talented Students Buy an Education

How Poker Helps Talented Students Buy an Education

Monica E. October 22, 2014 13:24:51

We hear enough about gambling addiction, so let’s hear a few stories about how poker has helped people pay their debts. There was a time when all states allowed online poker sites in the US. And card players loved it. Before officials shut them down in 2011, the game was very popular. So popular, in […]

MGM Resorts Selling Nevada-Based Gambling Hall

MGM Resorts Selling Nevada-Based Gambling Hall

Monica E. October 22, 2014 13:18:19

Major casino developer MGM Resorts is giving up on of one of its gambling venues based in Nevada. MGM Resorts International, one of the largest casino operators licensed under American gambling laws, is selling one of its Nevada-based properties. The company has recently signed a deal to sell the Gold Strike Hotel & Gambling Hall […]