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Irish minister for finance Michael Noonan has been striving to implement an online betting tax since taking up his post over three years ago. Prior to the arrival of Noonan, Dermot Ahern previously held the post. Ahern had also been trying to introduce an online gambling tax, but since 2009. Government estimates suggest that such a tax would generate approximately €25 million a year. €1.6b Revenue for Operators At the core of the proposed legislation is a desire to tax foreign gambling operators who are targeting Irish residents without being registered in the country. The remote gambling services provided in Ireland are said to generate revenue of approximately €1.6 billion annually. Again, the proposed tax would be €25 million of that figure. From the annual tax revenue, it is proposed that up to €11 million will be contributed to capital as well as horse racing and greyhound racing. Changes to 1931 Legislation The Betting (Amendment) Bill 2013 is at last set to be implemented, providing a long awaited update to legislation that had dated back to 1931 in some aspects. Noonan had been so eager to introduce change that he made the alteration of the existing legislation his first act as minister of finance. Rural Benefits An important factor in promoting the change to Irish politicians has been Noonan’s promise of funding for the bloodstock industry to boost the rural economy. But Horse Racing Ireland is a more specific beneficiary, with the organisation set to receive €5 million in funding to invest in race courses. Paddy Power Welcomes Tax From the gambling operators present in Ireland, Paddy Power has openly welcomed the change in legislation. In fact, Paddy Power stated that the company had collaborated with the government. Paddy Power is eager for all Irish-based operators to be competing in a fair market with foreign operators.
If New Jersey can, we should be able to also. That's the sentiment blowing up on social networks. The posts are from New Yorkers who want online poker legal, in a sentiment blasted around Facebook and Twitter is in direct response to NJ residents being legally allowed to gamble online. Publicity Campaign Embraced Launched by Let NY Play, the sentiment was first posted from the Las Vegas headquarters of MGM Resorts International, and subsequently taken up by scores of New Yorkers. Racking up nearly $10 billion in global revenue but still lacking a casino in New York, MGM is not among the companies competing for the four casino licenses the state is about to issue. However MGM has been actively lobbying in the New York state capital of Albany for legislation introduced this year proposing to legalize online poker. Proposal sponsor NY Senator John J. Bonacic (Rep.) says online poker will bring additional revenue to the state. Bonacic however has already warned MGM representatives that any measures would take some time for approval, with initial returns limited by initial activity and tax revenues. All the while, gambling in New York continues unregulated, and thus not bringing in revenues for the state government. MGM research estimated that New York residents wager up to $110 million in illegal poker games online. Research: New York State Losing Money An analysis commissioned by MGM estimated that New York state stands to gain an addition $100 to $130 million in taxes and licensing can be informed by the New Jersey real life example: overly ambitious figures were generated by New Jersey officials in selling regulated online gambling to the public. However, despite being lower than expected, NJ online revenue has monthly averaged a good $10 million, no small gains, with a growth trend to boot. With almost Facebook 5000 likes and 347 twitter followers, there are clearly plenty of players in New York ready to join in that state's start-up.
There are many important factors to consider when choosing an online casino, but one that is frequently overlooked is supported languages. Because online casinos are usually available to players in a number of different countries, various languages will be supported by the online casino. Online casino language support is really important as players will not be able to find what they are looking for, or play their favourite games if they cannot understand the language. This guide is designed to help players find an online casino that best suits their needs in terms of language support. If the casino's site is in my language, isn't that enough? Put simply, the answer is No! For example, the casino's website might be offered in Latvian, but when you download the games, they are only available in English. Therefore, it's not enough to just find a casino in your language. You should also consider the gaming platform language, the mobile languages available, and the customer support languages. When you first check out an online casino, you can see a list of the languages available on the casino's homepage (usually represented with small flag icons.) Online casino's usually offer a large variety of different languages. Players can typically change their language preference to make the entire website easily accessible. The language preference that is chosen on the website will be reflected on all of the casino pages, and in some cases currency information will also change, too. Can I play the games in my language? Not always. Every online casino has a software platform which is used to play the games – this platform can be browser-based or it can be downloaded. Players need to keep in mind that the gaming platform at their chosen online casino may not support their preferred language even if that language is supported by the casino website. Many times, the selection of gaming platform languages is different to the selection of languages available on the casino’s website. It is important to note that this is also true for mobile gaming platforms. Is the mobile site in my language? Not always. Most casinos only offer limited languages on their mobile sites. Below we have listed three casinos as examples. Typically, the mobile sites are not available in many languages, so if you are a mobile player and language is important to you, make sure you check this out. What languages is the customer support available? Another important area of language support is customer service. If you ever need any assistance, you will need to communicate with a customer support representative. Even if the online casino’s website has your preferred language, it does not mean that customer support will be available in that language. For some players, this is not a problem as they can speak multiple languages but if you only speak one language you will want to find an online casino that provides support in that language. Examples of Varying Degrees of Language Support It is quite common for online casinos to have different language preferences for their website, customer support and gaming platforms. Below are some examples of the supported languages at All Slots, All Jackpots and Wild Jack casinos. All Slots Casino All Slots Casino's website is available in English, German, French, and Swedish. However, players will be happy to know that the downloadable platform is in additional languages: Spanish, German, English, Swedish, Chinese, Russian, Dutch, Japanese, Portuguese and Italian. The customer support is available in Spanish, Italian, French, Swedish, German and English. If you are a mobile player, the languages available are English, German, and Swedish. All Jackpots Casino and Wild Jack Casino Both these casinos only offer their mobile version in English. The customer service is available for both casinos in English, Spanish, Italian, French, Swedish and German. However, if you would like to download the platform, All Jackpots is available in English, German, Dutch, Italian, French and Spanish. Wild Jack Casino's downloadable platform is offered in six languages: English, Swedish, Italian, French, Spanish and German Recommendations: Prioritize Your Language Needs Your game play can help you choose an online casino in regards to your language needs. For instance, if you do not play mobile casino games then you can simply find an online casino that offers your preferred language in a downloadable and/or instant play version (depending on your preference). It is also important to choose an online casino that offers customer support in a language you can understand so any problems you face can be resolved.
The organizers of the 2015 GiGse announced that there will be some big changes following the GiGse advisory board meeting held with the ‘Open Space’ format. The meeting took place in Las Vegas and 40 board members, including online gaming leaders, made significant amendments to create an even bigger and better GiGse. About the GiGse The GiGse is an online gaming conference that takes place in the United States. This is the largest online gaming conference in North America and is attended by leaders in the gaming industry. Attendees can network, learn about new products and follow the latest developments taking place in the gaming industry. Those who attend will benefit from consumer insight, learn about innovative start-ups and new gaming companies, and meet with the leading gaming decision makers. The Innovative Open Space Format The advisory board has seen tremendous as a result of the Open Space format. This format does not have a pre-determined or formal agenda as it encourages participants to create their own agenda. This format originated in the United States and has been used since the 1980s. Head of Content at Clarion Events, Ewa Bakun says that this is effective when specific conditions are present such as topics that the participants are truly passionate about. Executive Director of Arizona Indian Gaming Association, Valerie Spicer said she thought the event was engaging and it allowed participants to achieve their goals. Director of Online and Internet Marketing at Tropicana, Luisa Woods said she was skeptical at first but she soon changed her mind and thought the format was a great way to gather information. Ewa Bakun concluded by saying that the discussions allowed the board to create a unique and exciting schedule for the GiGse conference in 2015.
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Tom Brady and the Patriots host the New York Jets at Gillette Stadium in front of what should be a full house. The Pats are on top of the AFC East at 4-2, winning their last two games, while the Jets are having a terrible season so far, sitting in last place in the same division at 1-5. Tonight should be a great game, as these teams have a rivalry, which sports fans compare to the Yankees/Red Sox. Since the 1960s, the Jets and the Patriots have played each other more than just a few times. In fact, they have faced each other 113 times and the Patriots only lead 58-54, including regular and post season. From the End Zone Talk about the Patriots and you are basically talking about Tom Brady. The QB sensation has already thrown ten touchdowns, 1,444 yards and only two interceptions on the season and they are a serious threat for the post-season. The Patriots have scored 160 points over the first six weeks of the regular season and are dangerous from both long and short range. The Jets go into Week 7 with one of the worst record in the NFL and don't really have a chance to beat the Patriots tonight. That being said, the Jets rushing game is a bit better than the Patriot's is at 121.2 yards per game. They have had serious trouble finding the end zone this season and are in third to last position for points scored at a meager 96. The Bottom Line The Patriots have not lost at home since 2012. Although the Jets looked like they could have tied the game last week against the Broncos, they have little chance at making this a close game. Expect the Patriots to handle the Jets easily and my prediction is a blowout. Patriots 38 Jets 10. Live Betting on the Game The Patriots are huge favorites tonight and bet365 Sports is offering Point Spread, Correct Score and many additional markets for punters interested in trying their luck.
Dorothy Creaven, the winner of last year's highly competitive Excellence in iGaming (EIG) competition last year, has given some fundamental but essential advice: practice makes perfect. The five finalists announced by Clarion Friday for EIG's Start-Up LaunchPad competition at EIG 2014 were unveiled by Clarion Events would do well to hone their precision ahead of the final competition in Berlin, Germany on October 23rd. Timing is Everything The timing of the delivery and ideas to be pitched by Asylum Labs, Betify, Fresh8 Gaming, DiscountIF and RiftSino VR in less than a fortnight may well provide the final sway to impress the expert judges in a competition likened to the conditions of the high stakes, rapid impact ‘Dragon’s Den’ TV programme. Co-Founder and Chief Executive of Element Software Creaven last year took the top spot with her company's push notification and analytics service, called Element Wave. This year she will discuss the triumph ahead of the competition scheduled for 11:00 CEST on Day Three of EiG 2014, “My advice for the finalists would be to practice your pitch as much as you can, and pay attention to the timing.” Maximizing the Benefits of Competition Mrs. Creaven was quick to point out that there is a short window of time for competitors to get their message across, and competitors should refine their message to meet that urgency to harness the full benefits of competition, “I would also urge them to make the most of the whole experience, as it is great publicity to just be involved in the final.” Creaven's introductory speech is sure to be one of the top highlights of this year's EIG, as it defined the direction and success of the company in iGaming for the subsequent year, with an uptake that she coyly characterized as “interesting.” She did let on that the company is “moving in a very international direction, focusing on player retention and monetisation. Keeping players engaged for a longer period of time and mobile CRM are big issues for mobile applications.” How she addressed these issues will be fascinating to find out--for those who attend.
A diverse range of topics accentuates the appeal and benefits to be realized by industry members fortunate and smart enough to attend the Russian Gaming Week (RGW) gaming exhibition summit. A comprehensive two-day conference will offer an extensive business program for implementation of gaming in Sochi, addressing construction and further developmental and logistical challenges to gaming in Sochi. New Expansion Opportunity Sochi, Russia, will host the largest gaming exhibition in the world November 5-6, 2014. This unique gaming and expo forum is dedicated to advancing the gaming industry globally, with an emphasis on new opportunities in the large but largely untapped Russian market. The Russian gambling market is experiencing an upsurge in development due to new regulation which directly opens up opportunities and shapes industry topics for the emerging Russian market. Diverse Range of Topics Covered RGW will support all major sectors of the gaming industry, from casinos to bookmakers to social gambling to mobile casino gaming apps to online sectors and beyond. RGW Sochi has been designed as a professional platform and specialized show for all gambling operators. Discussions, workshops and networking opportunities of all kinds will be abundant, supplementing global expansion or regional enterprises establishing businesses in the new greater Russian market. Relevant, empowering topics include discussions regarding the potential for growth of the chances of the Sochi gambling zone (GZ); the appeal of Sochi to foreign casino operators, investment issues specific to the Sochi GZ; prospects for full legalization of online poker by the Russian Federation; the impact of establishing Sochi gambling zone on the tourist industry and entertainment; the procedure for obtaining licenses for gambling activities in the GZ; and the competition profile between the Sochi GZ and other Russian gambling zones. About Co-Sponsor Smile Expo Co-sponsored by Exhibition Giant Smile-Expo, the week-long event will host presentations from over 30 experts from the CIS and Europe. Smile Expo is an organization specializing in international exhibitions, scientific conferences and seminars in Russia and the CIS. Specialized exhibitions will be held in B2B format at the event.
Real Gaming is the first fully regulated online poker room in Nevada. The license to operate an online poker site was approved in 2011 and the Real Gaming poker site began operating in February 2014. Now, this online gaming provider has added the cash-based payment method PayNearMe to its selection of banking options. This payment method allows Real Gaming players to deposit funds into their accounts using cash at Nevada’s 7-Eleven convenience stores. This means players do not have to use their bank account or use the South Point Casino Cashier to add money to their Real Gaming accounts. Using PayNearMe In order to use PayNearMe, players must get a PayCode from Real Gaming’s website. The PayCode can be sent to the player's phone or printed out. Next, players go to a 7-Eleven in Nevada and give the cashier their PayCode. The cashier will scan it and players will then give the cashier money to deposit into their account. Once this transaction is complete, players will receive a receipt and the funds will be added to their Real Gaming account. Mobile Payments Real Gaming players can also use their mobile Android, iOS, Mac, Linux and Windows-powered devices to deposit with PayNearMe. Again, players can get the PayCode from Real Gaming's website and then they can go to a 7-Eleven to process the payment. Players will only need to verify the app location to use the mobile PayNearMe payment method. Online Payment Methods Players should be aware that for most online casinos, their deposit and withdrawal methods can be different. If they choose a payment option such as PayNearMe, they should make sure to check how it works at their online casino. Recommended online casinos are ones whose websites show transparency with their payment options for players.
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