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The Totally Gaming 2015 ICE conference is set to take place in London for three full days in February 3-5 of next year. The venue for ICE 2015 will be the ExCeL London Exhibition and Convention Centre located in the heart of London's Royal Docks, a location very easy to get to from local and international hubs. Epic Campaign Launched In anticipation for the convergence of ICE 2015, the event's producer Clarion Events has launched a new creative campaign focusing on its wide international appeal. Visitors to the ICE 2015 website can find an impressive movie-quality trailer inspired by the epic stories by French novelist Jules Verne, calling viewers to join a voyage of promise and opportunity into the extraordinary. Big Expectations after ICE 2014 ICE is considered one of the online gaming world's biggest and most covered events, attracting thousands of attendees and hundreds of exhibitors from all over the world. Last year's ICE was deemed a great success with some 23,506 attendees from 156 nations audited, setting a new record attendance for the conference. ICE 2014 also saw 515 exhibitors which traveled from all over the world to show their enterprises at London, and for next February ICE organizers are expecting the event to eclipse the already great success of 2014. What’s Planned This year there will be eight individual conferences which will take place over the course of three days in ICE, looking and tackling the key issues with which the online gaming world is faced today in different ways. These conferences include among others the International Casino Conference, the World Regulatory Briefing conference and the Lotteries for the Future conference. ICE conferences are dedicated to providing solutions to key challenges met by gaming industry operators, to create opportunities and bring together professionals for fruitful networking sessions.
Change is ahead for the Spanish online gambling industry, with the country’s regulator due to issue licenses to a new wave of applicants. This strategy is part of an initiative to encourage growth in the country’s online gambling market, which will also benefit the wider economy. The Directorate General for the Regulation of Gambling (DGOJ) announced that the licenses would be for operators who plan to focus on casino games and online slots. Revitalising a Struggling Economy Spain has so far been reluctant to open a new licensing window, but speculation suggests that the county’s struggling economy has played a role. To a lesser extent, a decline in the fortunes of online poker operators has also played in a role in attempting to revitalise the struggling industry. Many global operators are expected to seize this opportunity to submit licensing requests. Existing Spanish operators are also permitted to apply in the new round of licensing. Recent Performance This latest action from the DGOJ has come at a critical juncture for the Spanish market. Figures direct from the DGOJ have shown that gross gaming revenue declined by 6% between the second quarter of 2013 and 2014. Looking at poker performance, there was €15.39 generated in quarter two of 2014. Overall, cash game revenue decreased by 8.4 per cent between the second quarter of 2013 and 2014, further highlighting the industry’s struggles. Industry Expectations Gaming consultant Eduardo Morales-Hermo has informed eGaming Reviews that he believes that 10 to 12 new applicants will likely enter the industry. Fresh operators will be welcomed by the DGOJ, who discovered in a collaborative report by the CODERE Foundation that 12.8% of Spanish online poker players are doing so at sites not licensed with the DGOJ. The aim is not only to increase taxation revenue, but also to cut down on revenue lost to unlicensed gaming operators.
Apparently, Ireland is about to introduce gambling regulation. The news comes on the heels of Irish media reports that after circulating without resolution in Irish government since last July, an Irish Gambling Control Bill to modernize the country’s regulatory framework is “imminent.” Offshore Operators Required to Have Licenses Updating the Betting Act 1931, the Gaming and Lotteries Act 1956 and sections of the Finance Act 1992, the Irish Gambling Control Bill will require offshore operators to attain Irish licenses before offering betting services to Irish customers. The requirement will call for a further betting duty to be imposed on betting transactions involving all Irish customers. At this juncture, only bookmaking shops are required to pay a 1 percent transaction duty on all bets. The new bill would require all remote and land-based operators, bookmakers and betting exchanges to pay the same tax. Current estimates place the total at €1.6 billion ($2 billion) gambled by Irish customers online annually. €25 Million in Taxes to be Raised An estimated €25 million in taxes will be raised, as estimated by Irish Finance Minister Michael Noonan, with €11m to go towards the country's horse and greyhound racing industries and a social responsibility fund to combat problem gambling behaviors. More specified regulation will include the establishment of consumer complaint and age verification procedures, with more controls on advertising, and further provisions for land-based casino licenses. The number of new casinos will be capped at 40, and the number of tables per casino capped at 15. Urgency Spikes At present, the urgency level of regulation seems to have spiked: a study released last week claimed that problem gambling had jumped 250 percent in the last three years, mostly attributable to the rapid rise of mobile technology as a betting tool. The sum total of the measure, according to long-time regulation proponent Noonan, would enable the government "to continue to build for a better future with a new economic model," while improving individual living and working standards.
Leading online casino software provider iSoftBet has just expanded its reach on the internet as a result of a partnership with award winning LeoVegas mobile casino. The popular HTML5 collection from the game developer will now be easily accessible on the casino after this agreement. It will see both parties make a step forward and should also come as great news for the many customers which frequently play at LeoVegas. Mobile is the future It is becoming clear that the future of online casinos can be found in your pocket. Mobile gaming continues to grow and demand attention from the players as well as from the providers. According to the statement made by the CEO of LeoVegas Gaming, the goal of the company right now is to lead the way for mobile and the partnership with iSoftBet goes a long way towards making this a reality. Users can now look forward to seeing the great games which made iSoftBet popular as well as be confident that new and improved titles will constantly be added to the list. The value increase for LeoVegas is just another step forward on the promise the mobile casino made to its customers, according to the statement. iSoftBet products on LeoVegas As a result of the partnership, iSoftBet will not just offer its amazing collection of HTML5 games to the LeoVegas.com website and mobile application but will also include branded products from movie and TV studios. The premier range gives the software developer a strong hold on the industry while also providing the casino with the needed tools for growth in the upcoming years. State-of-the-art graphics, amazing visuals and perfect sounds are just some of the characteristics used to describe iSoftBet games and its HTML5 collection doesn’t lose any of the charm on the smaller screens. Needless to say that some of the most popular titles are the ones from leading studios which feature known characters.
After game 1 of the 2014 World Series, critics thought the Royals were down and out, being overpowered by the Giants. That is until after game 2 ended in favor of Kansas City 7-2. It was almost an identical win margin that San Francisco had in Game 1 (7-1), but led by heavy hitting and a 5-run 6th inning, the Royals held out for a crucial win at home. The series heads over to the Bay Area for Game 3 on Friday night at 1:05am (UK time) and fans are ready for a battle. Keys to Victory Royals - Kansas City’s bullpen looked unstoppable in Game 2, holding San Francisco to only two runs, while their offense was too strong for the visiting team. The Giants thought it was going to be an easy series with the underdog Royals back in their first World Series since 1985. The Giants won the Fall Classic in 2010 and again in 2012, but seem to have received more than they bargained for this year. For the Royals to hold on to their winning ways, they need to keep their pitching staff healthy and well-rested, easier said than done against the usually heavy hitting of the Giants. Giants - San Francisco was shocked in Game 2. They tried everything they had, but the Royals were just too strong playing in front of a sold out Kauffman Stadium. If the Giants want to get back on track for Game 3 they need to get back on the ball and take advantage of their sluggers like Hunter Pence, Joe Panik, Buster Posey, Pablo Sandoval, Pablo Sandoval, and Michael Morse. Bet365 World Series Markets Even with the big Royals win in Game 2, bet365 still has them as the underdogs for Game 3 at 2.13 to win. The Giants are finally playing at home and are the favorites at 1.81. There are also Over/Under lines at 1.90 for 7 runs and additional run lines for punters. Bet365 is offering the most attractive lines of virtually all online sports books and betting markets continue to be popular for punters worldwide. Prediction Game 3 promises to be an interesting and action-packed 9 innings. I am putting my bet on the Giants to take Game 3 at home 6-3.
Kansas City Royals and the San Francisco Giants meet today in San Francisco's AT&T Park for the third game of the World Series which is currently tied at 1-1 after Royals won 7-2 in Wednesday. The game begins 8:07pm EST (1:05am UK time). Wednesday's game almost came to blows after Giants' Hunter Strickland lashed out at Salvador Perez, after Omar Infante's two-run homer. Strickland exchanged words with Perez as he rounded the bases on the home run and while it is unclear who exactly prompted the ugly exchange, players from the dugouts soon washed the field and things almost got out of hand if it wasn't for the umpires intervention. Tensions High Tensions will be high for today's game in the AT&T. Giants will count on right-hander Tim Hudson on the mound. Hudson played in 12 postseason games, 11 out of which he started. While he has never been on the mound in the World Series, Hudson proved himself to be a capable pitcher and it'll be interesting how he fares. Royals have the upper hand in the pitcher department, countering the Giants with veteran Jeremy Guthrie who is out to make a statement today. World Series history shows the importance of Game 3 – the winner of this game has went on to win the World Series in the 54 past best-of-seven championships which began with a 1-1 tie. Bet Live Winner sports is covering today's game with many betting markets as well as the MLB Insurance offer which grants punters 50% money back return in form a free bet if one match let down the punter in a 5-fold multiple. In head to head odds, Winner offered 11/10 on Royals and 3/4 on Giants. Stay up tonight and kick-off this weekend with a wager on an all American experience.
BetSoft Gaming is easily one of the biggest software providers in the iGaming industry and its innovative games have brought unique ways for players to have fun and also win big prizes. Known for its slots collection in particular, BetSoft is the first software developer to use true 3D cinematic content in its games. Once Upon a Time is a highly popular title from the Slots3 collection and it was recently announced that BetSoft will release a mobile version for its ToGo platform. The game will maintain the same features and theme which made it so popular in the first place but now it will be playable on iOS, Android and Windows mobile devices. Once Upon a Time ToGo The video slot is set in a fairytale land which features a princess who has been taken prisoner by a fierce dragon, a group of goblins looking for treasure and causing all sorts of mischief and of course a brave knight who will stop at nothing to save the princess. The animated characters make the game feel more like a funny cartoon than a video slot, despite the fact that the prizes are as real as they come. Once Upon a Time ToGo has been optimized to fit on the smaller screens without the gaming experience losing any of its charm. This means that it still has 30 paylines, 3D graphics on its five reels, Wilds, Scatters and two bonus games. Mobile Casino Gaming Mobile gaming is a big part of the offer from BetSoft Gaming as its ToGo collection keeps getting bigger with more and more releases. The addition of Once Upon a Time to the list comes as great news for the many players who enjoyed it on their desktops and can now take it with them wherever they go, along with many more titles. Where to Play Betsoft Games Many online casinos are powered by Betsoft gaming. To find Once Upon a Time, try playing at bet365 Casino, Vera and John Casino and Smart Live Casino.
Ahead of the new UK licensing laws which are set to come into effect November 1, online casino players in the UK are experiencing some changes. While some online casinos completely stopped operation, other operators have moved or are in the process of moving UK players to online casinos where they can play. Spin Casino to Accommodate UK Players Online Casino Reports has received word that players registered from the UK at All Slots Casino, All Jackpots Casino, Jackpot City Casino and Gaming Club Casino will all be migrated to Spin Casino. Spin Casino was especially set up by Betway group to cater to UK players due to the new licensing laws. According to the information received by Spin Casino, UK players will start being moved to Spin Casino right of Thursday, October 23. While all UK players will be automatically moved ultimately, they can speed up the process and do it manually. UK players are at the aforementioned casinos are advised to log-in their accounts when they read this message and to follow simple instructions which will seamlessly move their account details to Spin Casino, along with any balance and loyalty points that they have on their account. Players are not required to re-register at Spin Casino as they will carry their username and information to the new casino. Spin Casino UK players who were moved to Spin Casino will be able to continue playing their favorite Microgaming games from former casinos and take advantage of offers like a 100% match bonus up to ₤1,000 over the course of three deposits. UK Players who run into any problems during the migration process or have any inquiries are encouraged to get in contact with the customer support representatives at their online casinos or the team standing ready at Spin Casino.
The NFL has, for a long time, tried to break into the international market place bringing professional football to fans worldwide. Ever since the Arizona Cardinals took on the San Francisco 49ers in 2005 at Estadio Azteca in Mexico City, in a game that smashed all game attendance records (103,467 spectators), the NFL has held regular season games outside of the US. Wembley stadium, no doubt the most famed stadium in the UK has held regular season NFL games since 2007 with crowds of 90,000+ regularly coming out for games. There have been record ticket sales and home viewing numbers each and every time the NFL comes to town. There have been serious talks about the possibility of creating a NFL franchise in the UK, which would increase the NFL's international reach indefinitely. Instead of adding another team to the 32 franchises currently, the possibility of the Jacksonville Jaguars making the move sounds more like a "when" rather than an "if". Two UK-based Games Left This Year The first of the UK regular season NFL games went down on September 28 and it was the Dolphins that crushed the Raiders 38-14. Of all NFL games in the UK, this one was one of the best. Fans travelled from all over to see these teams go head to head and they were no disappointed. There are two games left for the 2014 regular season to be played at Wembley. The next will be on October 26 featuring the Atlanta Falcons vs Detroit Lions and the second will be played on November 9 between the Jacksonville Jaguars and the Dallas Cowboys. Falcons vs Lions The Falcons/Lions game should be the better of the two games left as both teams have a serious chance for a playoff berth. The Falcons are currently in second place in the NFC South, while the Lions are leading the close NFC North. Both QB’s are having excellent seasons so far with Matt Stafford (Lions) already throwing 1,400 yards and Matt Ryan (Falcons) throwing 11 touchdowns and over 1,600 through the air. Cowboys vs Jaguars The last game of the season to be played at Wembley features the last place Jaguars, 0-5 in the AFC South and the 4-1, second place Cowboys (NFC East). There is little hope for the Jaguars this season but for the Cowboys, it is a different story. After losing the first game of the regular season, Dallas have come back to win four straight including a close game against the Texans last week. The ‘Boys’ look like they have a real shot at a serious post-season campaign if they can get over the next few weeks. Interactive Online Sports Betting Two of the leading online sports books offering both live betting markets and pre-game lines for the UK based NFL games are Winner Sports and bet365. Markets for the UK games will include Live In-Play bets, Over/Under, Point Spread, Outright Winner and literally dozens of other options. Live In-Play markets are an excellent way to make any game more interesting and offer punters and interactive sports gambling experience.
In some great news for US players, the New Jersey land-based Tropicana Casino has been approved to operate online. The online version of the casino is called Tropicana Atlantic City Online and it seems on par with the quality of its bigger land-based brother. Unique Gaming Collection Tropicana Atlantic City Online boasts an impressive gaming collection for online casinos accepting US players. Gamesys is the powering platform for Tropicana, promising players a unique gaming experience with the developer's interesting portfolio of games. The slots section boasts exotic titles like Cleopatra, Lovely Outlaws and Queen of the Wild alongside licensed games such as Ghostbusters and KISS. Aside for slots, Tropicana offers players a full suite of classic table and card games which are present in the brick and mortar casino, with variants of blackjack, roulette, poker and baccarat. Community Jackpots and Promotions One special feature that stands out in Tropicana Atlantic City Online is the casino's community jackpots. While playing any game at the casino, players might see a special key appearing in a bar above the game which can unlock a jackpot. Jackpots range from $500 to $1,000, $5,000 and the platinum $10,000 jackpot. Tropicana is also filled with promotions which cater especially for US online casino players, with seasonal bonuses, giveaways to win getaways at the Tropicana Casino & Resort in Atlantic City, cashbacks and a system which grants players free spins on specific slots for every day they play. Regulation in New Jersey It's been one year since iGaming began in New Jersey, and while payment and geolocation gripes have created setbacks, there are optimistic estimations for the future of this market. The license received by Tropicana Casino to operate online is an important vouch of confidence and we might see other established Atlantic City casinos following suit.
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