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Live dealer games are the best online casinos have managed in emulating the land based casino experience. In addition, live casinos are arguably the best use online casinos have managed to make with today's technology, namely streaming video. Which are the biggest live dealer markets? Which is the most popular live dealer casino game? We offer answers to these questions and more. Live Baccarat or Live Roulette? Roulette and Baccarat are the largest live dealer games, pretty much tied for no. 1 and 2. Of course Blackjack is a big hit too in its live dealer version. Baccarat, a high rollers favorite, is where the most professional live dealers can be found, treating players to a classy gaming experience, all the more exciting with live video. Live Roulette, on the other hand, is a lot about the spinning wheel, the action-filled environment, filling your computer screen with live video. Another secret to what makes a casino game popular in its live dealer version is whether it picks up in a certain market, namely one of the two big online gambling markets - Europe and Asia. Europe or Asia? For the time being, at least until the US market will open up to online gambling in general, and live dealers specifically, the largest market for these games is the UK. France, Greece, and other European countries are also picking up on live casinos. The global picture is a reflection of the game offerings; casinos feature Live Asian Dealer and Live European dealers. Yes, Asia - a continent that spans China, the Philippines and other active gambling communities - is expected to catch up soon. Future of US Market? Expected to take other markets by storm, and to likely change the face of live dealers altogether, is the US market. With regulation - whenever that will be - it will likely be the large casinos from Las Vegas who will broadcast live dealer games. When will the day come that we will see cameras on the casino floors in Vegas?
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Not only are Europe's online poker players flocking to Titan Poker in search of a reliable and trustworthy poker site, it seems they're enjoying a fair bit of success there too. Many players left stranded in online poker no-man's land since Black Friday have migrated in Titan's direction, and some are now winning competitions. Titan Fills Up Final Tables Titan Poker was delighted to announce that in the July 17th $200,000 Guaranteed tournament (in which top-flight players from several renowned poker sites competed), Titan players won themselves no fewer than six seats at the final table. Furthermore, the top three places all went to Titan poker members. The Secret to Success The reasons for the success of Titan players and of Titan Poker itself are manifold. Firstly, due to the talent on many of Titan's poker tables, all players, no matter what their level, have the opportunity to learn from their peers and improve. At the same time, novice and intermediate players will find games suited to their level, and don't have to dive in with the sharks right away. Furthermore, Titan provides poker training via its interactive Titan Poker Guru Service, which offers tips and strategy advice from beginner to advanced level. And the Promos... Naturally, a big factor in Titan Poker's ascendency is its promotions, the most recent of which has been so well received that Titan has extended it until the end of August. New players who sign up now for a free online account will receive a 200% first deposit match bonus of up to $2,000, and are entitled to enter $10,000 worth of new depositor free roll tournaments.
It's that time of year again: Season 5 of the almighty Slot Survivor tournament begins in September, and the time to register for entry is now. Red Flush Casino is just one of the Microgaming-powered online gaming venues hosting the tournament this autumn. Outbet - Outspin - Outplay Inspired by CBS's famous Survivor series, the Slot Survivor tournament is likewise a test of endurance (only more fun and with no requirement to eat bugs). Over 12 tense weeks, competitors at a number of Microgaming casinos will battle it out for first place on the Slot Survivor leader board. The aim of the game: to collect as many points as possible. Weekly Challenges Players will accumulate points by wagering real money bets on casino games at participating casinos, and by taking part in the Slot Survivor weekly challenges. $70,000 in prizes will be paid out each week in the run up to the Grand Finale. Stunning Prizes The top prize for first place the leader board is an incredible paradise vacation for two people, worth $20,000. But that's not all. The runner-up prizes are unquestionably worth competing for: A fully-equipped home cinema set A Toshiba Satellite notebook An Apple iPad A luxury spa weekend Amazon vouchers An Apple iPod touch A Tissot Watch A beauty set Cash bonuses Register at Red Flush You can't get anywhere near these prizes unless you have a real money account at a participating casino. Red Flush is launching the Slot Survivor tournament this year in celebration of its third anniversary - so why not start there? Registration is free and takes only a few minutes. You'll be entitled to a 100% deposit match bonus and 50 free spins to make you feel welcome.
Chartwell Technology has released 3 topnotch games this summer. These include an exciting mix of ghoulish creatures, ancient Roman combat gaming and the mighty Greek Gods. Chartwell has been working hard year-round to provide an ongoing mix of innovative slot games for its diverse player base. Vampires vs. Werewolves This wildly-popular online slot game is a high-payback money spinner. It features 5 spinning reels and 20 paylines of brutal entertainment. The game has been described by its creators as 'blood-tingling' and players are immediately thrust into a world of riveting gaming action. The main attraction is the exciting board game style bonus round. And there's something else to look forward to - the clash scatter symbol. Of course there are Wild symbols and loads of credits to enjoy. Call of the Colosseum Online slots games don't get much more popular than the Roman-themed Call of the Colosseum. This is a 5 reel, 25 payline slot with Wilds, Free Spins and loads of big prizes to enjoy. In fact there are up to 10 Free Spins available with a doubling of the prize amounts. Hit the Emperor symbol and win between 1 & 3 spins too. This brings the Glory of Rome to players the world over and it's the first 1024-ways online slot game. Thundering Zeus and Lost Temple For players enjoying Greek mythology, this is the game to beat. This thrilling adventure game brings entertainment aplenty to players with loads of Free Spins and a sneak peak at the Greek God himself - Zeus. There are 3 x Multiplier Bonuses and up to 20 Free Spins in Rewards. If you are lucky enough to hit 1000+ credits, you'll be privy to the Big Win feature. The addition of these 3 games brings to 32 the number of online casino games developed by Chartwell this year. Games can be found at MyBet Casino and other Chartwell powered casinos.
One of the world's most popular software gaming giants, Rival Software, has announced that new US player registrations will no longer be accepted. This became effective on the August 7, 2011. It has however been stated that existing US players will still be able to deposit and even earn commissions on all player-generated revenues. No More New US Player Registrations TopGame will be replacing the AffiliateWIDE network which includes several leading online casinos. The news out of the Rival Software network is that other Rival networks are likely to switch too. Owing to the decision to disallow new US players from registering the strength of the Rival Software network will likely continue to weaken. Diminishing Player Interest It has been noted that several of Rival's associated sites have been experiencing diminishing player interest in recent times. This news comes on the back of the infamous Black Friday sting against US Poker and online gambling sites. Of course this information is hardly newsworthy, given that Rival-powered casinos were blocking US players as of June this year. Rival Gaming has licensed over 20 online casinos. These online gaming sites provide players with superior audio-visuals, animation and gaming quality. Gaming markets are reacting to the news with a combination of surprise and fulfilled expectation. Black Friday was the catalyst sparking the withdrawal from the US market. On the positive side, there are multiple online casinos able to pick up the slack as the gaming world re-arranges itself accordingly.
Greece is in the process of approving sweeping changes to its eGaming laws. The changes will see the country allowing online gaming operators being able to market their wares on Greek advertising media prior to them receiving their advertising licenses. This news has already resulted in advertising and marketing channels jockeying for position to cash in on the dramatic new legislation. Terms of the New Deal All EU-licensed gaming operators who are entering into a licensing procedure with Greece will be paying some 30% GPT. Online players will be paying a 10% tax on all winnings, throughout the transitional timeframe which is expected to last six months. All operational activities will begin once the Control Committee in Greece has been formed. This will give carte blanche to gaming operators to offer their wares to the people of Greece in both offline and online media channels. Exclusions and Objections to the Proposed Changes The positive news on the part of the Greek government - according to online gaming operators - is that all EU betting operators are able to market themselves in all forms of media throughout Greece. However the exclusion of betting exchanges has been a point of contention. The Greek government has been keen to protect its very own betting exchange - OPAP - from foreign competition. The hope is that private gaming operators and exchanges will be able to compete freely in the Greek market for a slice of the pie. Greece is under immense European and international pressure to get its financial house in order, ahead of massive and unprecedented bailout proposals. The Greek government is effectively being compelled to adhere to EU laws and statutes regarding all manner of accepted norms in the union. As concerns the taxation on eGaming entities, this will be applied retroactively to January 1, 2010.
Full Tilt Poker has been involved in some spectacular news headlines of late. The beleaguered online poker powerhouse has been fingered out by the US Department of Justice and the FBI as an illegally operating poker site. To add fuel to the fire, the Alderney Gambling Control Commission recently recanted Full Tilt's primary license to operate. According to legal sources associated with FTP, the $400,000 in unpaid licensing fees was the result of the said poker room not believing that Alderney would re-license it. The outstanding figure has now been paid. The Kahnawake Gaming Commission Steps In In the first week of August 2011, Kahnawke agreed to re-issue a secondary gaming license to Full Tilt Poker. This is a result of Kahnawake believing that Full Tilt Poker's primary license with Alderney is still valid. Kahnawake renewed a secondary client provider authorization for a term of 2 years. The news from Alderney is that Full Tilt Poker still has a license, albeit suspended pending the outcome of a hearing on September 15, 2011. It has been made known however that Kahnawake would be able to rescind its CPA license of Full Tilt Poker should Alderney deny them a primary license. As for Full Tilt Poker players, there is no indication that the poker room will re-open prior to the outcome of the hearing.
Online gambling software company Cryptologic left Canada for Ireland several years ago, and now it headed north again - figuratively that is - as it recovers from the financial difficulties of the past. Records quarterly profit The Irish-Canadian online casino games supplier just announced that it recorded its first quarterly profit in more than three years, which sees them end a longstanding string of losses that had people in the industry talking. The company has not come out in public yet to say how they did this, but various internet gambling blogs and news sites point out that they have halved their operating expenses, while also increasing year-on-year revenue by 4 percent in the second quarter of 2011. Still a big name Despite all the bad news surrounding the company in recent years, its name still carries with it a strong reputation. On the back of its online poker, casino and bingo products, Cryptologic is still one of the give biggest software providers in the game, alongside Microgaming, Playtech, Boss Media and Real Time Gaming. Cryptologic's original online casino, InterCasino, is still going strong 15 years after its establishment in the early days of the internet. It still licenses its games to other big names like 888, PartyGaming, Gala Coral and Betfair, which shows that brands don't just disappear overnight, and it surely is only a matter of time until it returns to its award-winning days.
Full Tilt Poker lost its operating license due mainly to licensing fees they owed Alderney. The dispute followed the US crackdown on online poker sites, also known as Black Friday. But at its core, the suspension evolved around a business dispute; FTP owed a reported $400,000 to Alderney. The poker site has since regained a secondary license - a client provider authorization for a term of 2 years from Kahnawake. Settling licenses and owed license fees is welcome. It clearly helps the Full Tilt brand regain legitimacy, at least in the eyes of interested investors. But what about the players? Full Tilt's Customers Perhaps regaining its license and selling to new investors could lead to a settlement and players may see their money again. But what guarantee do we have for that ever happening? What has Alderney done for us lately? It seems that the owners of Full Tilt Poker want first to be bought out, before they pay back their customers. As the APCW's J Todd pointedly said, players seem to be everybody's "very last priority." Poker Alternatives Meanwhile poker fans are flocking to other poker sites (below list). This possibly lowers the value of the Full Tilt brand. Surely their ongoing disregard of its customers does not help their cause. Consider these poker sites for a reliable alternative, responsible and friendly: The UK's most popular poker site - licensed by the Gibraltar Licensing Authority and regulated by the Gibraltar Gambling Commissioner - bet365 Poker Arguably the most reputable betting brand of the 20th century - and an online gambling powerhouse - William Hill Poker (also Gibraltar licensed) Ladbrokes Online Poker has Texas Holdem cash games, single-table tournaments, multi-table tournaments, 5 Card Draw, 5 Card Stud, 7 Card Stud and Razz 7 Card Stud. It's also licensed and regulated in Gibraltar.
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