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Online gambling is making its presence known in the Premier League and three major deals have been inked for the upcoming season. This gives the online sportsbooks the rights for exclusive marketing and more. The Deals The biggest team to sign a new deal is Liverpoo, the 2013/14 runner up. Liverpool signed a two-year deal with ComeOn, a Scandinavian online gaming platform. This fresh new partnership will give ComeOn the rights to act as the club's regional betting partner in Scandinavia. ComeOn is already one of the leading online gambling platforms in the region and with the rights to Liverpool in the area, they will be a lot bigger this year. The second deal to be announced recently was by Hull City, the FA Cup Finalist as they have entered into the largest shirt deal in the club's history following the agreement made with 12Bet. The front of the team's shirt will dawn the 12Bet logo from the upcoming two seasons and was made due to Hull's participation in the Europa League. The 3rd and final deal to be signed was between West Bromwich and 666Bet. The deal comes just days after the club signed a deal with bet365 Sports. The sides have yet to release all the terms of the agreement, but 666Bet will become the club's Platinum Gaming Partner in Asia. The Asian market is of the biggest in the world and could net 666Bet the revenue they have been yearning for. Good News for Punters For online punters, these new deals should come as a blessing. It will now be easier than ever to place bets and receive special deals on the team's mentioned above. With the regular season only a few months away these deals couldn't come at a better time for all parties.
Secure Trading is the first online payment and security services firm to provide an end-to-end transaction platform in the US, and will serve as the compliant transaction platform for incoming US online gambling operators. ST-1 Manages Every Step ST-1, as the platform is called, will oversee and manage every step of the transaction process according to reports, all the way from initial player registration and first deposits to cash-ins and withdrawals. Advanced Capabilities The ST-1 platform is also fortified with advanced capabilities for comprehensive identification location and responsible behavior checks, to protect against online gaming's two biggest risks of youth gambling and compulsive gambling behavior. The platform will also be equipped for deposit processing, office management, deposits, and withdrawals through one fully integrated platform. A transparent audit trail is an essential back-end component that makes the platform particularly appropriate for the US online gambling market. CEO Paulsen Explains Secure Trading Group CEO Kobus Paulsen explained the particular challenge of the US online gaming market, “The US online gaming sector is potentially lucrative, but many operators have been put off due to the difficulties surrounding compliance.” In light of these challenges, Paulsen further reassures the public that the ST-1 platform is ideal, empowering gambling operators “to seamlessly operate in the new US gambling landscape.” The nature of single integration allows for operator verification of transaction details via one unified and as Paulsen calls it “sophisticated value chain without the complexity of having to manage and integrate with multiple suppliers.” Cohesive System The less suppliers of service the better, as this will contribute to a more cohesive system with less glitches and less variability in operation or interpretation to the user. Increased transparency will make the ST-1 favorable to the customer, and more compliant with prevailing consumer-centric regulation policies in the US today.
In their new terms of service agreement, Neteller has banned the use of the virtual currency Bitcoin payment processor. Service Ban The revised terms of service now includes the prohibition of the use “of NETELLER to facilitate the trade, exchange, purchase or sale of bitcoins, or any other virtual currency.” Isle of Man Friendly NETELLER is based in the Isle of Man, a jurisdiction that is friendly towards Bitcoin. The Isle of Man government website has in fact committed authorities to “take specific actions aimed at helping protect businesses and customers utilizing digital currencies and provide an environment for high-quality businesses in this rapidly emerging field.” Virtual Currency: A Tough Sell The field is emerging, but the notion of virtual currency replacing actual currency is spurious at best, akin to using poker chips or company scrip as actual currency, though each country has its own specific form of currency already. Bitcoin is popular with online poker providers, so the resemblance to a poker chip system is inevitable—though in this case transcending national border and currency systems. Virtual Currency Maturing? Some have characterized the virtual currency market as entering a state of maturation, but what this means is not clear. The virtual currency system is being more widely used, as evinced by new deals such as the Bitcoin only poker room, Bitcoin Poker's new agreement to allow players to enter all Winning Poker Network WPN tournaments. Boom and Bust SealsWithClubs is generally regarded as the most successful Bitcoin only game operator, but has actually experienced increased cash game traffic in the wake of last year's so-called “speculative boom and bust” in Bitcoin prices and investment. The removal of Bitcoin by NETELLER looks to be a huge blow to the popularity and value of Bitcoin and virtual currency systems in general. Bitcoin has now lost what otherwise would be a ringing endorsement from one of the largest payment processors for online gaming in the world.
According to a new licensing agreement between Amaya and Rational Group, the two online gaming giants will integrate platforms. Amaya Games Migrate to Full Tilt Amaya will move its entire diverse array of online and mobile casino games, branded content included, onto Full Tilt's platform. This is the first significant step in the unification of forces on the heels of the recent acquisition of Rational by Amaya. Rational's Portfolio Expansion The transition began in earnest earlier this year, Rational Group subsidiary Full Tilt expanded its gaming offerings with single- and multi-player Roulette and Blackjack variations as well as new online slots. The online slots offered by Rational are overall enhanced further with the inclusion of Amaya's Casino Gaming System, which helps Amaya by expanding the company's international user reach and opening further global distribution channels. About Rational Rational Group is a mini-conglomerate of gaming operators and related businesses. Gaming companies under the Rational umbrella include PokerStars, Full Tilt Poker, the European Poker Tour, PokerStars Caribbean Adventure, Latin American Poker Tour and the Asia Pacific Poker Tour. These brands not only offer games, but organize online poker games and tournaments, live poker competitions as well as poker programs for television and web. This makes Amaya currently the world's largest producer of live poker events. About Amaya As a leading gaming provider, Amaya offers a fully diversified array of games, online service and support ranging from casino to poker to sportsbooks to gaming platforms to lotteries and slot machines. With offices in North America, Latin America and Europe, Amaya's technical platform support is utilized by many of the industry's leading gaming operators. Amaya Expansion Deals This latest implementation of expansion with the Rational platform is one of a series of steps Amaya is taking to expand into new markets. Further gaming content will be available through Amaya as a result of other new partnerships the company has formed, with among them Leander Games and Swedish casino games developer Net Entertainment. Spain and Italy Next Amaya will be expanding its market into the Spanish and Italian sectors with an initial launch of blackjack and roulette in Spain via its own subsidiary Reel Spain. In the era of expansion, the fun is just beginning for Amaya.
The past few days have seen some bad news for online gambling around the world, the biggest coming from Hungary and Turkey which have placed a ban on many gambling sites. At the same time, iGaming in the USA is still not managing to impress. Hungary Clampdown on iGaming's Biggest Names Hungary's Gambling Supervision Department added to its list of unlicensed operators some of iGaming's biggest names including bet365. These operators join an already expanding list of well-known European brands like Betsson, Unibet, bet-at-home and Betclic. A division of the country's National Tax and Customs Administration, the Gambling Supervision Department claims that these operators have been banned from offering services to Hungarian citizens since they have allegedly targeted customers inside the country without official regulatory authorizations. Turkey's Fight against Online Gambling Turkish news portal Worldbulletin has published information about the country's crackdown on online gambling from an official report, claiming that Turkey has blocked access to 110 gambling websites over the last five years. The agents responsible for this are Turkey's National Lottery and the country's telecommunications authority (TIB). Land-based casinos and gaming houses in Turkey were closed down back in 1997, something which shifted the services of these onto the online world. In 2007, the Turkish government passed further laws which banned both physical and online gambling; the only type of online betting Turkish citizens can enjoy is state-sponsored. Concerns for US Online Gambling Despite the big hopes which accompanied the launch of online gambling in Nevada, Delaware and New Jersey last November, it seems that the iGaming messiah still hasn't arrived to North America. This can be best seen by the revenue prediction made by New Jersey Governor Chris Christie who predicted a $180 million revenue by July 2014; in reality, this revenue turned out to be only $10.7 million. The revenue disappointment is joined by a rise in the number of problem gamblers who seek help from authorities, something which greatly impacts popularity polls as seen in a recent poll conducted in the Garden State which show that in less than a year, the number of residents who disapprove online gambling went up from 46 percent to 57 percent. The US online gambling industry needs one big state to succeed, and perhaps it will be Pennsylvania which is believed to be the next big state to regulate iGaming. Online Gambling Alive and Kicking Despite this information, online gambling is alive and kicking. There are plenty of online gambling sites including online casinos, poker rooms and sportsbooks which are very active. Use the information on our site to find safe and trusted online casinos and other gambling sites which are regulated and licensed.
Jewel of the Dragon is the latest slot game from Bally Gaming, one of the world leaders in the gaming industry. The slot game boasts a magical theme, enchanting sound effects and mesmerizing visuals. FeaturesJewel of the Dragon has 5 reels and 40 paylines, with special features including Wilds, Scatters and spin features such as Hot Zones, Drop Zones, Dragon Nudges, and Free Spins. Pros and Cons of 40 paylines In the Hot Zone feature, any symbol that lands within that area has a high chance of turning into a Wild card, which means that players can make good use of the 40 paylines. However, some players might be overwhelmed by the 40 paylines, especially since there is an option to bet on all of them. For players who think this might be too much to take on, there is also the option of betting on fewer paylines and still coming out with a nice payday. Additional Pros Free spin wild symbols remain locked in place until the Hot Zone or Dragon Nudge feature is completed; by remaining in place, rewards are easily stacked up along the reels, making for a rather large payday. Where to Play Even as a new release, there is no shortage of online casinos that have been quick to grab it up and offer it on their sites. Bet365 casino is one of the top sites currently offering the game, and as its popularity grows, more sites are sure to follow. About Bally Gaming Bally has been manufacturing slot machines since 1936, and has since then maintained its reputation for excellence in the world of gaming. Today, Bally Technologies designs, manufactures, distributes and operates gaming devices and computerized monitoring, and its products and services are enjoyed around the world.
Denmark can serve as a great test-case for countries and states which are on the fence about online gambling regulation. Until January 2012 Denmark's gambling market was strongly monopolized, with only one state-owned company (Danske Spil) affording a betting license, while at the same time the government prohibited Danes from receiving any offshore gambling services from foreign companies. However, pressure on the Danish government worked to change that, also fueled by the fact that de-facto there were many sports betting sites already operating inside the country. High Revenues since Regulation The numbers speak for themselves: In the end of 2012, the gross gambling revenue (GGR) of online casinos was DKK 870 million, while at the end of 2013 it was DKK 990 million. By the end of Q1 2013, the GGR stood on DKK 240 while currently at the end of Q1 2014 it stands on DKK 255. The Danish Gambling Authority expects to see the total GGR from online casinos at DKK 1050 by the end of 2014. Danish Online Casinos and Players What's the driving force for this great boom in online casino revenues? Simply, it's the high quality and standards which are a part of the online casinos operating inside Denmark, and also the great popularity among Danes who play in online casinos catering to Danish players. Let's take a look at some of these casinos. Tivoli Casino Tivoli Casino is a prime spot for Danish players looking for online casino entertainment for many years. Due to demand and its high country-wide success, Tivoli Casino has recently launched an international website available in English, heralding, in a sense, the opening of a new period in Danish online casinos which open their doors for foreign players. Tivoli Casino excels in all categories, but one of its strongest points is its diverse gaming collection of over 140 games with titles from software powerhouses like Play'N'Go, Microgaming and NetEnt. Vera and John Casino A longtime market leader, Vera and John Casino operates a site which is wholly dedicated to Danish players with a .dk domain suffix. Besides its offering of generous welcome bonuses, promotions and raffles, Vera and John Casino is loved by many players due to its impressive gaming arsenal. Titles from some of the industry's leading game providers can be found here with names like NetEnt, Play'N'Go, Betsoft, Yggdrasil and NextGen Gaming. bet365 Casino Needing almost no introduction, bet365 is one of the world's leading online gaming operators. The changes in Denmark's gambling laws allowed the casino to specifically cater to Danish players. bet365 operates a site available in Danish which offers players with the high quality bet365 has come to be recognized with, including a huge array of Playtech games and top-notch sports betting, bingo, poker and financial betting options. EUCasino One of Europe's leading online casinos, EUCasino has a special site dedicated for Danish players with full availability in Dansk and cashier support for transactions in DKK. EUCasino's understanding of the needs of Danish players is a drawing force for players from the country, including its vast gaming collection and rewarding promotions which include a generous welcome bonus, races and tournaments, loyalty programs and more.
The state of Pennsylvania has been under scrutiny as likely the next US state to allow online gambling. The state government has closely monitored the progress of online gambling in the states where it is already legal: Delaware, Nevada and New Jersey, with legislators exploring the possibilities of online gaming. Simulated Gaming Online in Pennsylvania The first implementation measure by the state of Pennsylvania legislature is land-based Parx Casino's launch of an online gaming site as a simulated option on the Casino website, positioning the site for real money wagering once online gambling is accepted in Pennsylvania in the near future. New Partnership with GameAccount Owned by Greenwood Racing, a casino and racetrack wager provider operating out of Bensalem, Pennsylvania, Parx has announced work on a new partnership with the GameAccount Network to optimize the online simulation site. Projected to go live in this year's fourth quarter, GameAccount will provide the software for the site. Simulated Gaming Prepares for Wagering The simulated gaming site provides an infrastructure for Parx to offer real money gaming as soon as it is legalized, as well as providing a model for interstate gaming regulation. Greenwood Entertainment and Racing CTO John Dixon pointed out that this model of simulated gaming integrated with a casino management system already has worked successfully in the months leading up to online gambling regulation in New Jersey state. As for Pennsylvania: “Parx Casino will have the opportunity to launch simulated gaming nationwide before year’s end and be well prepared in the event regulation of real-money internet gaming emerges in the state of Pennsylvania.” Parx Leads Penn With an estimated 30 percent share of Pennsylvania's five-property casino market Parx Casino is currently a state gambling market leader, operating upwards of 3,200 slot machines and 150 table games. Other State's GameAccount Partners Other land-based casinos in the US that have already signed up for GameAccount’s Simulated Gaming product include Connecticut’s Foxwoods Resort Casino, New York’s Empire City Casino, and Oklahoma’s Osage Casino.
Contestants to qualify for the 2014/5 UEFA Champions League season St Patrick's Athletic and Legia Warsaw meet again today in Tallaght Stadium in Dublin for the second leg of the competition this evening at 7:45pm UK time. Painful Last Minute Equaliser Last week in Warsaw, the Irish champions were denied a sweet victory after leading 1-0 over the Polish team when Christy Fagan scored in the 38th minute from a precise cross by Ian Bermingham. Irish goalie Brendan Clarke displayed a great performance, putting an end to the efforts of the Polish champions to score all throughout the second half until stoppage time. This was when winger Miroslav Radovic scored an equaliser, squashing Irish dreams for a memorable win in the Polish capital, concluding the game a 1-1 draw. Everything is Open The late Polish goal sets the stage for an interesting match today. The man of the match for the Poles, Radovic, sounded sure about his team's odds to meet big competitors Celtic in the next third qualifying round. "I'm sure on Wednesday we will beat the Irish and go through to another round," said Radovic to the press. On the Irish side of the pitch, Saint Patrick's Athletic boss Liam Buckley insisted that his side possesses enough talent to overcome Legia Warszawa today. With their away goal, the Irish can play for a 0-0 draw and move on to qualify, but Buckley assured that won't be the case. Bet Live Winner Sports will be covering today's game with pre-match in-play betting markets. In full time result, Winner is offering 10/3 on St Patrick's Athletic, 4/6 on Legia Warsaw and 11/4 for a draw. Punter can enjoy over 53 betting markets including correct score, double chance, winning margin and many other markets going down to the smallest of resolutions.
The total of All Jackpots Casino's 11 progressive jackpot games has reached a staggering prize pool of over $3.4 million. That number is constantly rising as players continue to play the games, but none have struck the jackpot as of yet. Three Microgaming games are currently offering the highest cash prizes at All Jackpots Casino, with Mega Moolah leading the way with a jackpot of just over $1 million. Major Millions’ jackpot has reached half a million dollars, and King Cashalot has peaked at over $400,000. As of now, none of these jackpots show any signs of slowing down. Players tend to love progressive jackpot games specifically because of the huge jackpots offered; millionaires have literally been created overnight when lucky players have hit the jackpot, sometimes with bets of less than a dollar. Mega Moolah Mega Moolah has paid out some of the largest winnings in the history of progressive jackpots. Recent wins include over €2.3 in June 2014, $1.6 in December 2013 and £1.8 in November 2013. The safari-themed slot has 5 reels, 25 paylines and 36 winning combinations. Features include Wilds, Free Spin Trigger Symbols, Bonus Trigger Symbols, Multipliers, Scatters, Bonus Features and Free Spins. Major Millions Major Millions can be played as a 3-reel slot or 5-reel slot; each version has 15 paylines and a fixed coin size of $.20. Special features include the Major Millions Wild Card, Scatter Symbols and Multipliers. Players must make sure to place the maximum wager in order to win the massive jackpot! King Cashalot This 5-reel, 9-payline progressive slot boasts features such as Wilds, Scatter Symbols and Bonus Games, but its real appeal lies in the minimal amount needed to bet in order to win the large jackpot. The jackpot is tied to the King Cashalot symbol, and players must bet five coins on each of the nine paylines in order to qualify to win.
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