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An ad for online poker site 888 that appeared on television in the UK on October 8, 2011, was banned by the Advertising Standards Authority (ASA). The ad showed a man turning on a webcam on his computer. The computer screen showed a virtual poker table at 888poker, and other players logging in to play at the table. Among the other players were a group of three women waving at him, as well as a woman lying poolside in a bikini. The ad was challenged by a viewer for linking online poker with sexual success. ASA's assessment concluded that the voiceover, which says "You never know who you might meet at a poker cam table" crossed the line, although the innovative aspect of playing poker with webcams was innovative, and could in fact be played through a number of different settings and characters. The removal of sunglasses by the bikini lady, the tilt of her head, and movement of her shoulders were excessively flirtatious and seductive. Other 888 ads were banned by the ASA in the past: one ad failed to make clear that customers were required to wager a specified amount in order to redeem winnings; two other ads (for 888Ladies) exaggerated the value of the cash prize actually awarded to winners. Have you encountered similarly good-looking people playing at 888poker? How about Ad or no ad, sexy or not, you can now play at 888poker's PokerCam tables with £5 free, no deposit needed. Bikinis are optional.
Old-style bingo halls have incorporated all sorts of great technologies and innovations since entering the online era, and the latest example of this is Bingocams' launch of the first ever bingo speed dating room.Bingo Speed DatingBingocams celebrated its first birthday Wednesday by launching its bingo speed dating room. Utilizing existing webcam technology, it opened up a speed dating room for 18 rounds, complete with a live chat host playing the role of Cupid. The room was open to everyone, but limited to 60 spaces.According to the online bingo site's marketing manager, it was the player demographic statistics that really led them to launch this unique promotion. Just over two-thirds of Bingo Cams' players are female, and the site thought this initiative would be a good way to encourage them to keep playing while also helping them find a husband!Live Camera ActionOne of the most recent innovations in the world of online bingo has been the introduction of cameras, which allow players from all across the globe to play from the comfort of their own home, but to feel as if they are in the same room as their fellow competitors. Being a community activity, bingo needed this online innovation even more than its poker and sports betting counterparts.Live chat rooms add to that feeling of community, as they allow players to chat to one another while competing in the various bingo halls. Top sites like Jackpot City Bingo and bet365 Bingo have chat moderators who ensure a good atmosphere, and introduce you to the best promotions.Again, Bingo Cams has found a way to make webcams fun, but promising to replay every winning moment seen in each bingo room. Players who produce particularly interesting or amazing celebrations go in the running to be selected by administrators for a £1000 monthly first prize.Friendly to Men and WomenOnline bingo sites have a reputation as being a female-friendly activity, something which all good sites understand. For example, top bingo website Jackpot City Bingo allows you to be taken through the site by host Bella. She informs you all about standard bingo games and bonuses, targeting in particular the popular gambling habits of your average British woman.Of course, where there are women, there are also men, and the males out there can feel perfectly comfortable playing the latest in bingo games. Most sites carry version of UK style 90 ball bingo and US style 75 ball bingo, and all of these are suited to males as well as females.
Ever fancied designing your own casino? A casino that will feature only the elements you like the most? Your favorite games? If you have, then you're in luck. As we have first reported last month, online gambling giant 888 Casino is about to launch its new casino design, a more personalized casino. Your Favorite Games The new casino design allows for more flexibility, a hands on control of the casino layout, visuals and entire environment. Among the new features players will be able to add any favorite game to your casino lobby. Furthermore, the casino itself identifies any recently enjoyed games and adds them automatically to your shortlist. 888 Casino The new design is creating a buzz around 888 Casino, much for its track record to date. 888 is one of the oldest and most experienced operators in the business; it was launched in 1997. Moreover, 888 casino uses its own, unique software platform and casino games: 888 Casino's Random Logic Software. Its new casino software is reported to be simpler and faster; more personal and offering players greater control. Tab-based navigation, multiple games in parallel, better graphics and more fun!
Any keen bingo fan knows that the best online bingo brands offer an exciting social as well as gaming experience. Many of the bingo sites we know and love, like Foxy Bingo, Ruby Bingo, etc., provide live chat room facilities and a warm and welcoming bingo community. Increasingly though, the best place to find out about exclusive bingo promotions and prizes, and cement friendships with fellow bingo lovers, is on social media tools like Facebook and Twitter.Be the first know about bingo dealsIf you're tuned in to the regular Twitter updates from the likes of Ruby and Foxy Bingo, as well as Paddy Power and many of the big names in the business, you'll have access to all the very latest news. This includes spontaneous 24-hour bingo promos; special, themed events you might otherwise miss out on; and, for example, bonuses available exclusively to players who access the relevant bingo site from its page on Facebook or its Twitter feed.Big names in bingo to offer games on Facebook?Speaking of Facebook, bingo fans have a lot to be excited about there too. In 2011 online bingo was a huge hit for many online gaming providers like William Hill and 888, and membership of their online bingo communities grew massively. So it's no surprise that companies like these are looking for ways to expand their business and offer an even better service to players. In the discussions on this, one theme that has come up again and again is that of letting Facebook users play their favorite bingo games via the famous social media site.Free bingo available everywhereIt's not certain what form these bingo games would take, but online bingo experts think the likes of Will Hill, Paddy Power and Bet365 might offer their games on Facebook in play-for-free mode. This would create a number of concrete benefits to bingo players:In any part of the world where there is free access to Facebook, players will be able to enjoy online bingo, even in countries were pay-to-play online bingo is banned.Players can try out bingo games for free before clicking on a convenient link (sure to be provided!) to move to the real bingo site, where they can play for money - and hopefully win.Enhanced options for communicating with other players, making friends, and finding out about bingo tournaments, etc.Bingo brands already on FacebookOf course you don't have to wait until the bingo games themselves become available; many of the above-named brands already have bustling Facebook community pages where you can keep up-to-date with the latest news and offers.
Zynga CEO Mark Pincus has given the biggest indication yet that his company is serious about entering the online gambling arena, while speaking at the Morgan Stanley Technology, Media and Telecom conference in San Francisco.'Natural fit'"I think it's a good natural fit," Pincus said about Zynga and online gambling. He added that although most people haven't yet noticed it, real money gaming is the perfect fit with virtual goods and social games.Pincus said Zynga was well positioned to take on the industry's biggest names because Zynga Poker is already the largest online poker provider in the world with more than 30 million players. He also referred to the release of other casino-related games like Zynga Bingo.But those who think Zynga will focus only on traditional games are mistaken, Pincus said. He forecast that industry observers "should expect to see us do a lot more than what you've seen in offshore casinos."Massive OpportunityOnline gambling presents a massive opportunity for Zynga and other social gaming companies. The American market is the goal, and recent developments in the United States - including a US Department of Justice ruling - could pave the way for Internet gambling to become legal in some states.Facebook real money gambling is also expected to become reality sooner rather than later. Leading online casino software provider International Game Technology paved the way when it agreed to pay half a billion bucks for Double Down Interactive - another developer of casino-style games for the social network.
Are you ready to pack your bags for an all expenses paid holiday aboard the "Allure of the Seas", otherwise known as the Caribbean's largest and must luxurious ship? Its that time of year again for the highly anticipated annual Casino Treasure Cruise which gives life to dreams of going on an adventure of a lifetime. This the fifth consecutive year the promotion has been offered thanks to its high popularity. If you have a real money account at one of the Vegas Partner Lounge Casinos, such as Golden Riviera Casino andMaple Casino, it is absolutely free to enter the competition and in fact you will be automatically entered. Luxury Cruise The objective is to earn Voyage Miles and navigate what has been called the "Voyage Map" which is accessible from the casino lobby. This will show you how many miles you have accumulated and how many more you need in order to board the ship. Accumulating points is also straightforward. For every €10 wagered will earn you 1 Voyage Mile. In simple terms, the more you wager, the more points you will earn - accelerating your way to the final destination. In addition, there will be plenty of promotions giving away free miles to boost your total number of points. Earn Voyage Miles Now The competition runs from now through to 31 August 2012 so start playing your way today towards a cruise ticket if you don't want to miss out. The ultimate winner of the trip will be treated to further winning opportunities while on board the ship. Each night of the 7 day trip there will be a draw featuring a $10,000 Vegas Partner Lounge giveaway in the which the winner will be able to participate.
Vladimir Putin secured a record third term in the Kremlin this week after receiving well over 60 percent of the votes in the 2012 Russian Presidential election. Like him or loathe him, this secures his place as the country's leader.What Odds 2018?With another Putin victory ensured, William Hill online bookmaker is offering 4/6 odds that he will still be in charge on January 1, 2018 - and 11/10 that he will be out of office by then. He was elected for the new extended term of six years, so all he needs to do is stay in power for the wager to be good.Of course, anything can happen between now and 2018, and plenty of Russians will want to see the back of Putin. The 2012 presidential election attracted the most attention of any since the collapse of communism more than two decades ago, with protests over corruption and legal reforms which allegedly aided Putin's victory.US, French Presidential ElectionsIn William Hill's US presidential odds, Mitt Romney has firmed in overall betting to 2/1, just behind Barack Obama, 4/9. In Republican candidate betting, Romney is now a clear 1/6 leader to defeat Rick Santorum, 5/1, Ron Paul 22/1, and dark horse Newt Gingrich 33/1.In France, Nicolas Sarkozy looks likely to struggle to win a second term as president - even though Hills has taken money on him from quite a few punters. Socialist Francois Hollande leads on 3/1, followed by Sarkozy, 5/2, Francois Bayrou, 16/1, and Marine Le Pen, 40/1.Follow William Hill on TwitterGet all the latest Russian, US and French presidential odds updates via William Hill's Twitter account, @williamhillNews. Betting previews are tweeted regularly, along with other tips throughout the day. Around 15,000 followers have already signed up, so be the next for all the latest updates from around the world.
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888 Poker, the reigning Poker Operator of the Year, will begin its inaugural Poker Series on Sunday, combining everyone's favorite card game with one of the world's most popular online social websites.Twitter Poker8TPS is the name given to 888's series of poker events, in which players can reserve seats for exclusive tournaments through Twitter. 8TPS will kick off March 11 with the $1500 Freeroll Tournament, and the winner will receive an LG Optimus 3D phone on top of the cash prize.Players who already have Twitter accounts can register for 8TPS events just by reserving their seat through a Tweet with their player name, event name and the #888 series hashtag. Those who are new to Twitter should sign up today and follow the same instructions.For more announcements on 8TPS and other poker-related stuff, sign up to 888poker's official Twitter account, @888poker.Teams PokerAnother great 888 innovation worth mentioning while we still have your attention is Teams Poker, which allows you to represent your favourite football club in twice-weekly poker games and chat to other fans online.888poker is already running championships for the English Premier League, Spanish La Liga and German Bundesliga and will add more soon. Players from the top three performing teams earn 30 percent of the prize pool, so even if you're knocked out but your team wins - you still get a share of the cash.
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