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Gaming operators have been in an ongoing struggle to find the right country, with the right set of laws, to act as a home base for their companies. In 2007, Italy became the first country to implement a dot.com licensing establishment which successfully sought to bring in gambling operators and players who would be under a regulatory framework which would actually mean significant money from tax revenue. Many countries have followed suit since Italy's revolutionary step, and the fact that the ECJ has implemented a number of decisions that basically diminished operators' rights to work from one country and supply services in another. Online Casino Reports AdaptationOCR has long been the best provider of online gaming news and information for players and gaming operators and has even opened tailored sites in different and localized languages to meet the growing changes to the online gaming industry. Instead of fighting change, Online Casino Reports has welcomed it with open arms and continues to provide the most up-to-date news, reviews, information, and more, in a number of languages throughout the EU, Asia, South america and the rest of the world. The Future of GamingWhether we see a major overhaul to where online casinos are able to operate is still up in the air. In Brussels, they have argued about this topic for years, but to no avail. The want for EU harmonization seems impossible and increasingly unlikely. In the future, however, you may see localized online casinos with offices in your home country. The good thing is, that no matter where you are, you will be able to receive all the most important articles in a language relevant to you at Online Casino Reports.
Online casinos and gambling sites have boomed in the past few years, and unsurprisingly there has been a growth in payment methods at the same time. It can all be a little confusing sometimes, which is why we decided to check out the different types of payment methods - using Red Flush Casino and William Hill Casino as our examples, both leading casino brands with rich cashier banking options. Credit/debit card Credit and debit cards, such as Visa and MasterCard, are still the most popular form of making deposits and withdrawals to online gambling sites. Most casino customers already own at least one credit card, and tend to trust them for their secure and modern processing systems. The drawback to using a credit card, and the reason that many customers use the other options listed below, is that many banks view casino deposits as a form of cash advance, which means that they attach an extra fee to the payment. Online casinos like Red Flush accept all major credit cards, but don't offer their customers bonuses for using them. E-wallet E-wallet payment methods, such as Skrill (Moneybookers), Neteller, and Instadebit, have stepped in to fill the gaps left by credit cards. These online funding systems basically act as your middleman between the online casino and your bank account, allowing you to transfer and receive funds without all those extra costs. The way this usually works is that you deposit money into your e-wallet account, and then use those funds to recharge your casino account. Doing things this way ensures the casino never receives your banking details and your bank is not alerted to the fact this was a casino deposit - protecting you and keeping things convenient. As e-wallets are a preferred deposit method bonus for online casinos like Red Flush and William Hill, players will often receive rewards for using them. Cash alternative Cash alternatives are another payment method that have been growing in popularity, mainly thanks to well known brands like Ukash. Most cash alternatives can be purchased in exchange for cash at retail outlets that advertise signs like "PayPoint," "Payzone" or "e-pay." Once you have purchased a voucher, just use the funds at your preferred online gambling site by entering the unique number from the voucher. This method is the best option for people who want to use cash rather than a credit card or e-wallet. No registration or submission of personal information is required, which means you can deposit money to your online casino, poker, betting or bingo account without your safety or security being compromised in any way. Bank transferBank transfers are a quick and easy way to deposit or withdraw money into your online casino account, without too many added fees. The drawback is that it can take a few days for the money to appear in your account, depending on your bank and casino operator. Money can be transferred using a variety of methods including online banking, telephone banking and over-the counter. Local payment methods The last few years has seen an explosion in the number of local payment methods that cater to players using specific languages and living in specific countries. For example, Baloto Electronico is a cash payment method offered by PagosOnline, which can be purchased at participating retail stores around Colombia. And a note about new payment methods New payment methods are constantly being added to our lists. Just this past month we have added two great new payment methods: Ticket Premium is a French cash alternative that is sold online and through more than 35,000 retail outlets across France. Realex Payment offers a broad range of payment services for online gambling websites.
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If you thought Roulette was already action packed enough, think again. Take the best of Roulette, combine it with live Football and live Cricket and voila...Roulette Football and Roulette Cricket brought to you by Living Sports. Both of these games have revolutionized the way in-play betting for these sports are actualized. Unique user interfaces mash casino experiences to sports betting products. Where to playBoth Roulette Football and Roulette Cricket can be found at Ladbrokes Casino for iPad. Ladbrokes is Europe's premier online casino and they are dedicated to giving their players the best online gaming experience possible. Much if this dedication is to seeking out the best games and ways to bet, and with the addition of bet in-play Roulette Football and Roulette Cricket, Ladbrokes has raised the bar.How to playLiving Sports has made these games incredibly exciting, even more so than watching either of them live. The games are both set on a Roulette table and have the feel of the game too. Playing these games, you can follow the live matches and bet on an event within a match which adds a new level of excitement to already exciting sports. There are fantastic graphics and second to second games updates and live odds a creates a unique immersible gaming experience kicking up the action to a whole new level.
Microgaming online casino Red Flush Casino proudly announced the launch of its new Android software platform this week. Do It All On mobileThe new Android platform effectively opens up the Red Flush Casino world to Android device owners. More than just a games portal, this includes access to Red Flush's secure banking facility with instant access to casino credits and to exclusive mobile gamer promotions. This means Androids can deposit, wager, play games and manage their accounts, 24/7, wherever they are. "We are thrilled to be able to boast yet another top quality mobile casino, this one specifically catering to Android device users and their unique wants and needs in an online casino. This is a testament to Red Flush's ongoing quest to provide more and more gamers with a better and better online casino experience," commented online promotions manager for the casino, Alex Roberts. The new software platform, masterminded by Microgaming, boasts a number of impressive features, such as the best quality graphics and animation, least battery life drain and fastest loading speeds yet for a Red Flush Casino software platform. All Compatible PlatformsThe platform is compatible with all the latest Android technology and Android phones, including the Samsung Galaxy devices, HTC Android phones, LG Android phones and more. Gamers needn't worry about lack of choice, as the platform already comes with 26 of Microgaming's best games pre-loaded, including Immortal Romance, Agent Jane Blond, Roulette, Mega Moolah, Tomb Raider and more. Red Flush Android Casino went live on 22 November 2012. Red Flush players who wish to experience its mobile delights can find a link to it on the casino's home page. Those who wish to try out the Android Casino but aren't yet members of Red Flush must sign up with the casino first.
William Hill and other bookmakers have been on it ever since the Royal Wedding, back in April, 2012. And now, 6 months into their marriage, it was made official: The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge are expecting a baby. Buckingham Palace has confirmed the exciting news just as rumors, speculations and betting have reached an all-time high. William Hill alone has seen an increase of 100% on the question in the days leading to the announcement. Some questions remain on the table: Will it be a boy or a girl? Perhaps twins? And what will be the future-born's name? William Hill: Royal Bets If you can name the date of the first baby, your winning odds are 250/1 If you bet that the child will be born in 2013, you won at an odds of 1/4 Twins are 33/1 Possible names of the first-born are as follows: Phillip 7/1 John 8/1 Frances 9/1 Charles 10/1 George 10/1 Anne 12/1 Diana 12/1 Henry 12/1 Richard 12/1 Spencer 12/1 Edward 14/1 Mary 14/1 Sarah 14/1 Carole 16/1 William 16/1 Alice 20/1 David 20/1 Victoria 20/1 Albert 20/1 Arthur 20/1 Elizabeth 25/1 Our heartfelt wishes on this happy day.
Online bookmakers see a portion of their Christmas profits go up in smoke, after Buckingham Palace announces that royal couple Prince William and Kate Middleton are due to have a baby in 2013. Big Royal Payout British bookmaker William Hill announced that it will pay out a small five-figure sum to brave punters, after customers backed the prospect of a 2013 royal baby from the initial odds of Even all the way in to 1/10. According to the bookie, which this is the second time it has paid out big on a scenario involving the British royal family. The first time was way back in 1982, when would you believe it, the punters won huge amounts of cash on the wager that Charles and Diana would call their first-born son William. More Betting Options To those who missed out on the William Hill royal payday, don't despair. Hill and other online sportsbooks are offering odds on whether the baby will be a boy or a girl (10/11 for each), and what its name will be: Frances and John are the leaders at 9/1, and Charles, Victoria and George follow at 10/1. Hill says it fully expects that the betting public will get involved in speculation about the baby, and that is why it has released odds on a number of related topics - including speculation about the child's hair color (brown, blonde, black or ginger).Ladbrokes, another British bookmaker with a soft spot for the royals, is also offering daring naming odds, installing the name Elizabeth (after the baby's great-grandmother, the Queen), as 8/1 favorite, followed by Frances, John and Charles on 10/1.
A second wave of Powerball hysteria hit the US this week, as a hoax jackpot winner managed to dupe 2 million people into sharing his Facebook photo. As the search continues for the second $580 million Powerball jackpot winner, Nolan Daniels took the opportunity to fake it: The 35-year old from Arizona manipulated a photo of himself holding the winning lottery ticket and posted it with the following message: "Looks like I won't be going to work EVER!!!! Share this photo and I will give a random person 1 million dollars!" And it simply set the online community on fire. In a matter of days, this image almost became Facebook's most shared image - only beaten by the now iconic photo of Barack Obama embracing his wife after the election results, and images of the last Japanese Tsunami. Dolan's Facebook post drew over 27,000 comments, most of them appeals for the $1 million, he was allegedly donating to charity. Of course, that's all ground to a definite halt now that we know the photo was doctored.Reliable LotteriesNot that Nolan Daniels intended, or would have succeeded in trying to claim the jackpot prize. Powerball, coordinated by the Multi-State Lottery Association, has been running since 1988, and has an accurate and reliable method of winner identification, whether you buy online or in person at your local convenience store.So, as the people of Arizona try to track down the person owed half of the second largest lottery jackpot in US history, the existing winners from Missouri, are trying hard to keep their feet on the ground. Mark and Cindy Hill won $290 million in the Powerball lottery, after the jackpot rolled over 16 consecutive times with no winner. Mark and Cindy, parents of four children, have declared their intention to maintain a sense of normality in their family life - whilst of course indulging in the odd holiday here and there.Rolling Online JackpotsOnline players will be only too familiar with multi-million jackpots: The progressive jackpot on Mega Moolah slots currently stands at $5.5 million. The biggest ever jackpot on Mega Moolah was $6.3 million. The jackpot wheel is also guaranteed at a $1 million prize fund, so no one walks away disappointed. You can play Mega Moolah at Jackpot City, All-Slots and Spin Palace casinos.The bet365 $1.600,000 Slot Giveaway is runs until the 9th of December 2012. Just Opt-In now and play your way into the prize-draw.So for lottery and online casino players alike, here is a word of caution about winning it big...Be A Tactical Spender, not just a Tactical PlayerSadly, there is no shortage of doom and gloom stories from jackpot winners: It's not uncommon to hear of winners losing friends, losing partners, getting caught up in fraudulent tax returns and sometimes ending up bankrupt.So here is some basic advice:Firstly, with current tax rates, it is usually advisable to take a lump sum prize over annuity. Second, you should start thinking about investment pretty swiftly, that way you're ensuring your future. You should think about making charitable contributions, both for tax reasons and feel-good reasons. Finally, you should expect your friendships to alter. Take a deep breath and try and keep things under control.
The British government intends to increase regulation of online gambling and bring foreign operators into line with the standards of their local counterparts, according to a draft bill published this week. Bringing foreign operators into line The proposed new amendment will regulate online gambling on a point of consumption basis, irrespective of where the actual operators are based, Sport and Tourism Minister Hugh Robertson said. Overseas operators applying for a licence will be expected to pay a fee and contribute toward education about responsible gambling. Like their British counterparts, they will be required to report about suspicious betting patterns. Robertson explained that that the aim of the proposal was to ensure British consumers enjoy consistent standards of protection, regardless of where a gambling business is based, and will also help the fight against illegal activity and corruption in sports betting. Leader in online gambling regulation The UK has long been considered a leader in online gambling regulations, with many countries on the continent still formulating their own laws and coming to grips with the rapid growth of online betting and casinos. This bill is an attempt to reverse some of the mistakes of the last piece of legislation in 2005. That law granted licences to operators only if they were based in UK, enabling those with licenses in tax havens like Gibraltar to advertise to British consumers.
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