Tom S. February 6, 2014 20:05:29
Nevada’s casinos finished the year on a high, despite losing further ground to Macau throughout 2013. Indeed, revenues were up, topping $1 billion in December, and $11 billion for the year. While Sheldon Adelson continues his crusade against online casinos in America, his land based properties continue to make a pretty buck. Surprisingly, however, the […]
Tom S. February 6, 2014 19:54:32
Despite persistent lobbying, it seems that any gambling reform in Florida will have to wait, as law makers have placed gambling rather low down on their list of priorities. Indeed, it seems unlikely that law makers will take any action on the issue of online casinos in the US state, despite spending $400,000 on a […]
First Nation casino declares bankruptcy amid general casino decline, but will stay open. Despite having recently made gambling news for all the wrong reasons by filing for bankruptcy protection, the Eagle River Casino near Edmonton will continue to serve players. The bankruptcy came as the result of an inefficient cost structure which made it difficult […]
Alex Nevsky February 6, 2014 19:27:38
Read the recap of Sunday’s sports betting events on the Super Bowl XLVIII between Broncos and Seahawks. Well, the Super Bowl XLVIII is over, contrary to the popular opinion and favoritism from the bookies, Seattle Seahawks have beaten Denver Broncos to take the honors. Following weeks of speculations, rumors, adverts obsession and millions of dollars […]
Jennifer W. February 6, 2014 19:17:36
Oddslife, a social sports betting technology provider will launch a number of online and mobile sports betting products after teaming up with four European media brands. Oddslife seeks to tap into the new and exciting online and mobile betting market by offering its services to large media brands. It has teamed up with Marca.com, a […]
With not legal gambling establishments, players turn to underground operators The Task Force Police in India arrested 11 people and confiscated RUP 58,000 during a raid last Thursday. The betting racket primarily served wagers on cricket matches, which is a violation of Indian gambling laws. The arrested men are Mohd Abdul Khadeer, Shaik Mohammed Ghouse, […]
Jennifer W. February 6, 2014 18:00:18
In a bid to move into real-money gaming, Gamzio Mobile strikes a deal with eGambling specialist CashBet. The social casino gambling company has recently signed a letter of intent to form a partnership with the software platform provider CashBet in its transition into the real-money gaming market. While Gamzio has been a social gaming site […]
Intralot NZ given major contract despite corruption charges against parent company’s chairman The New Zealand Department of International Affairs has come under fire amidst a recent scandal involving a Greek gaming operator. The department allegedly signed a contract with Intralot NZ, a local subsidiary of Greek Intralot. The scandal stems from the fact that Intralot […]
Monica E. February 6, 2014 17:06:16
Romania might have to change its gambling laws to guarantee easier access for online operators. The European Commission (EC) has decided to send official letters to authorities from Romania and five other states, inquiring on national laws restricting online gambling operators. Under Article 56 of the Treaty on the functioning of the EU, all members […]
Jennifer W. February 6, 2014 16:47:26
After analysts find its figures to be “marginally ahead” of their expectations, Playtech has seen a good year. The online casino software company Playtech has found its total revenue intake to have slightly exceeded analysts’ expectations. The forecast for Playtech predicted a total income of GBP 312.2 million, with a pre-tax profit of GBP 121.8 […]
