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March is a huge month for online gambling and no one is doing it quite like NetEnt. It may not be news to those that follow the big jackpot wins, but last week one lucky player from Norway won a whopping €3 million, while playing Mega Fortune. That win alone would’ve drained the pooled jackpots of most developers but not NetEnt. Despite the huge win on Mega Fortune, NetEnt’s pooled jackpots are still a staggering €11,668,805 and rising. Popular Games, Huge Jackpots There is no question that NetEnt titles are favored by millions of online casino players, as there is still close to €12 million up for grabs, with only one game needing to be topped back up. Mega Fortune holds the world record for biggest online win at an online casino. In order to have such big jackpots with progressive games you need players. Every time a player spins the progressive slots, a portion of his/her bet is sent directly into the shared jackpot. Most popular games sit at around €100,000-€1,000,000, but it just shows the difference in NetEnt games as the jackpots regularly reach well over a million. Prizes in the Millions For reference as to just which games are breaking records for the month of March: Hall of Gods is topping out at €5.9 million, Arabian Nights at €2.4 million, and Mega Fortune Dreams at €3 million. There are a number of the top casinos in the world with all of NetEnt’s incredible titles. Check out the games at casinos like Casino Cruise, BETAT Casino, Winner Casino, and No Bonus Casino. Net Entertainment NetEnt is one of the leading software developers in the world and have made millions of fans fall in love with their games due to the care put into the planning, design and final product. NetEnt games are some of the best in the world and are leading the 3D casino game revolution.
It has been a wild season so far as NBA teams are vying for a spot in the playoffs. Only two weeks ago, the Brooklyn Nets looked like they wouldn't have a chance in the world, but after some huge wins recently, they are back in playoff contention and sit in 3rd place in the Atlantic Division. A win tonight would put them in the crosshairs for the last playoff spot in the East, while giving the Celtics the longest losing streak since December. The Celtics have fallen off recently and still sit in second place in the Atlantic division. Boston have lost 3-straight including a bad loss at home to the Pistons 123-111 in overtime on Sunday night. The Celtics are feeling crunch time and are running out of games before the off-season. “You want to win every game,” related Head Coach Brad Stevens in a recent interview. Both teams are at full strength, which should make an action-packed game more plausible. Every one of the Nets and Celtics players have the potential to win games but it takes a whole team to win, as has been proved time and time again. Online Gambling Props at bet365 Sports Bet365 sports is offering some of the most attractive lines on each and every NBA game this season. With less than one month left in the regular season, every game is another chance for punters to win big money and tonight is no different. The Celtics are the underdogs by a small margin but Over/Under odds are looking like the best bet. The Over is with the home team at 202.5 and the Under is with the visitors both at 1.90. The Spread is at +4 for Boston and -4 for the Nets, again both at 1.90. There are team props, score props, player props and more to choose from with attractive odds for each bet.
This week’s EuroMillions lotto is going for €52 million, and it will be drawn this Tuesday, March 24th. To get in on the action, you can purchase online lottery tickets from wherever you are in the world. While EuroMillions is one of the most popular lotteries in Europe, people from countries all over the world have been discovering just how lucrative it can be. About EuroMillions EuroMillions launched in 2004, and is extremely popular in the United Kingdom, Switzerland, Austria, France Belgium, Ireland, Luxembourg, Portugal and Spain. EuroMillions began as a joint effort of three European organizations: The Francaise des Jeux, the Spanish Loterias y Apuestas del Estado and the Camelot Lottery. Once it got off the ground in 2005, Luxembourg, Switzerland, Portugal, Ireland, Belgium and Austria all joined in as well, creating the record-breaking jackpots it is known for. EuroMillions draws take place twice a week, and a large percentage of proceeds are donated to charities all over the world. Setting Records Two €183 million jackpots were won in the year 2006 - one in February and one in November. Again in 2007, two players won €130 million - one in February and one in September. More recent winning jackpots include €185 million in 2011, €190 million in 2012 and another €190 million in 2014! How to Play Playing an online lottery ticket is the same as playing a paper one: select five numbers between 1 and 50, and an additional two bonus numbers called Lucky Stars, between numbers 1 and 11. And when you purchase online lottery tickets from The Lotter and Lottery Master, you can also take advantage of a random option, which picks numbers for you randomly. We Like Those Odds Of course, hitting the jackpot in any lotto is a one-in-a-million shot. But as history has shown us, it does happen! But because it does not happen so often, EuroMillions offers 12 other levels of prizes, ranging all the way from €4 to €400,000. The chances of winning some sort of EuroMillions prize are much better: 1 in 13. So even if you don't become a millionaire, you are likely to at least cover the cost of your ticket!
Despite big hopes and attempts by lawmakers to advance the subject, it seems that online gambling regulation in South Africa is still far off. Hardline Stance against Online Gambling Last week, South Africa's Minister for Trade and Industry Rob Davies announced that the country's hardline stance against online gambling is just going to get rougher. "Anyone operating illegally under the presumption that eventually they will be legalised ought to understand that they will not get a licence for this," said Davis, adding: "South Africans participating on online gambling have no defence or recourse if they get rip-off. We are also talking to institutions that are dealing with money laundering to ensure that banks are not processing such transaction." National Gambling Board Investigation The minister was speaking at the Portfolio Committee on Trade and Industry, where he discussed preliminary findings of a forensic investigation into the affairs of the country's National Gambling Board (NGB). The findings were unflattering to the NGB to say the least: The figures show 3.6 million South African Rands in irregular expenditure and other monetary irregularities. According to Davies, the NGB also holds an office that is double the size that it actually requires. How this will affect online gambling regulation is unclear at the moment, but it is probable that suspicion towards the proponents of regulation could rise, as remarks by member of the African National Congress party (ANC) Priscilla Tozama Mantashe show. During the committee's proceedings, Mantashe questioned the motives of online gambling supporters, implying that they prey on the poor for their lack of understanding of the subject. What's Next? Despite the hardline stance taken by the government and DTI at the moment, online gambling regulation will not become extinct in South Africa. Events like the annual Big Africa Gaming Summit and diligence of lawmakers such as Shadow Minister for Trade and Industry Geordin Hill-Lewis will keep the boat afloat until the right time comes.
Metric Gaming LLC is the latest sports wagering software firm to be granted a remote gambling license from the UK Gambling Commission. The news has been welcomed by Metric Gaming, as it will enable the provider to continue its operations in the UK online gambling industry. The need for Metric Gaming to obtain a UK Gambling Commission license followed a shakeup in the country’s regulatory system. At the start of November 2014, new legislation required all operators providing online services to British residents to possess a license from the UK Gambling Commission. Previously, it used to be enough to hold a license with an offshore online gambling jurisdiction. Insights from Metric Gaming Executives Douglas Mishkin is employed a senior vice president of legal affairs with Matric Gaming. He believes that acquiring a license was a vital step “to demonstrate to the market our commitment to regulatory compliance”. Mishkin also that the licensing approval was “a testament to the integrity of our business and products.” Metric CEO Peter Bertilsson understands that “the UK is of course a critical market for Metric”, as it is home to millions of sports bettors. By obtaining a license, Metric can now “continue to provide the UK market with cutting-edge innovation”. Of course, the software provider will face a challenge breaking through in a highly competitive marketplace. A Brief Background on Metric Metric describes its offering as “first-to-market mobile sports wagering software”. Desktop betting is already at saturation point in the UK, making it nearly impossible for new operators to break through. However, Metric is attempting to do so by focusing on the rapidly growing mobile sports betting market. The software provider has expanded quickly since being opened in 2011 by Martin de Knijff, a professional handicapper. Metric is headquartered in Las Vegas and now has offices situated in Stockholm and on the Isle of Man.
Mr Green is already a highly recognisable brand in the European online gambling market, but now the operator is seeking to expand by entering the Italy online gambling market. At present, the plan is to complete market entry by the end of spring 2015. Italian national gambling regulator Amministrazione Autonoma dei Monopoli di Stato (AAMS) has granted permission for Mr Green to take over the license of Mybet Italia S.r.l. The plan to take over the license had been previously announced in January 2015. With Europe’s leading online gambling markets approaching saturation, Mr Green will now be able to target growth in a market that is on the rise. Italy Online Gambling Approval Parent company Mr Green & Co has tasked subsidiary Mr Green Ltd, which is licensed by the Malta Gaming Authority, with managing the day-to-day operations of Mybet Italia. Mr Green Ltd is already highly experienced in the provision of online casino games across desktop, live, and mobile channels. The extent of the online gambling approval granted by AAMS will mean that Mr Green will have the legal right to offer casino games, sports betting, online poker, and bingo games. However, Mr Green is only intending to focus on casino games for the immediate future. The focus will instead be on rolling out its casino offering to the Italian online gambling market by the conclusion of Spring 2015. Change Ahead for Mr Green Mr Green has long been focused on Scandinavian markets, but that has gradually changed in recent years after entry to other European markets. This latest move into Italy signifies that wider European expansion is still on the cards. To drive the brand’s expansion, the operator will be appointing Per Norman as the new CEO in 2015. Ahead of his official appointment, Norman explained that he will continue with the operator’s favoured strategy of expansion.
The Atlantic division’s best, Toronto Raptors get set to take on the Central division’s fifth place Detroit Pistons at the Palace of Auburn Hills tonight. The regular season ends on April 15th and with less than a month to go, each and every win is essential for a better spot in the off-season. Playoff Picture and Team Scope: Pistons vs Raptors The Pistons will not make the playoffs this year, currently five games back of the last playoff spot in the Eastern Conference. Detroit has had a horrible regular season with only 26 wins and 44 losses prior to tonight. Over their last ten games they are 3-7, but did smash the Chicago Bulls on Saturday Night, followed by a win at the Garden vs the Celtics on Sunday Night. The Raptors are looking like they could be the team to beat in the off-season this year, now sitting tall in first place in the Atlantic Division with 42 wins and only 28 losses. DeMar DeRozan is the main reason for the Raptors’ success, averaging 19.3 points per game, while Jonas Valanciunas has been huge on the boards with 8.7 rebounds and 1.2 blocks per game. The Raptors could have their best season of all time, and are looking to take the Canadian-based franchise deep into the playoffs. NBA Live Betting The Raptors are listed by bet365 as the obvious favorites for tonight at over 3.00 to win, while the home town Pistons are underdogs to win. There are a number of Correct Score options, as well as Over/Under, Point Spread, Team Props, Score Props, Player Props and more. With less than a month left, it’s time for punters to capitalize on the remaining games and maximize winnings. Don’t miss out on any of the NBA action and follow your favorite teams with bet365 sports all the way to the 2015 NBA Championships.
Optimal Payments has agreed to a digital wallet provision service with Sentinel Topco Limited. Terms of Agreement The deal to purchase the Sentinel, which owns digital wallet group Skrill is worth a reported $1.2 billion, and will take place through CVC Capital Partners. Optimal is processing the payment through its subsidiary Netinvest Limited, and is set to obtain the entire issued share capital of Skrill in exchange for $781 million cash as well as $37.49 million worth of Optimal Shares. Following Completion, Sentinel Group Holdings S.A. and shareholders will own approximately 7.9% of the Enlarged Share Capital of the Enlarged Group. Skrill the Jewel Ownership of Skrill, one of Europe's leading digital payment businesses, seems to be the key holding being exchanged. Skrill is an innovative market leader for digital wallet solutions to both customer and business needs in the European region of emerging online gambling markets. This is at heart a cost-cutting measure for Optimal, as the acquisition of the Skrill technology will save Optimal an estimated $40 million a year in payment processing costs in the high speed payment, high volume environment that online gambling represents. The reverse takeover by Optimal of former rival Skrill is expected to vault Optimal Payments' new combined online payments business into the FTSE 250. Optimal has broadened exposure to the online gaming sector to meet the growth demands of the rapid expansion of that sector. Digital Wallet Protecting E-Commerce and Online Gambling The deal also diversifies the ability of Optimal to meet the needs of the wider e-commerce world in general, a reminder that online gambling expansion takes place not just because of gaming popularity, but because of adaptation of all business processes to the expanding e-commerce environment. Digital wallets are increasing important for online gambling in general because players commonly play across multiple sites in regulated and unregulated markets. Players are not aware of the extent of regulation in each online environment that they play in, so digital wallets are effective means by which to protect those player funds as third party holders.
Leading online gaming solution provider NetEnt has signed a licensing agreement with UK-based online gaming company Gamesys. Terms Under terms of the agreement, Gamesys will offer Gamesys's wide range of slot games to its long list of leading gaming sites which already includes Jackpotjoy, Starspins and Virgin Games, among others. Both companies are committed to delivering enhanced player experiences, and the fit looks promising in that NetEnt will increase Gamesys' already prominent status as a leader on online gaming with a significant position in existing regulated markets. This also confirms to NetEnt's current growth strategy, according to NetEnt Malta managing Director Enrico Bradamante, who is also Chief of European Market Operations where much new regulation is taking place in emerging online gambling markets. Complementary Technologies Net Entertainment operates out of Sweden, and will offer a wide selection of its games across the B2C and B2B systems which Gamesys operates. Online casinos using Net Ent software include Free Spins Casino and Casino Cruise. The majority of the games which Gamesys will roll out will first appear on the sites that Gamesys operates for Intertain Group, the majority holder of Gamesys customer-facing assets since a February deal this year. Casinos like Jackpotjoy Casino and Botemania run on Gamesys software. The integration of online gaming platforms and systems continues, and the new deal demonstrates how the strengths of various iGaming players are being combined to accelerate competition. This is becoming the preferred best business method over internal development of areas that are not the forte of given iGaming companies in the highly stratified environment of specialization that the iGaming industry is entering into. That deal is worth £425.8m, with Gamesys and Intertain agreeing a ten-year service agreement whose technology includes platform services as well as gaming content. Player Benefits The sum total is as strong a player experience as possible, in an online gambling market where emerging technologies can be better developed individually before being integrated into diverse, multifaceted and far reaching provider companies that are adept at meeting the needs of the modern player and the contingencies of newly regulated markets.
As one of online gambling's leading companies, high profile online provider 888 Holdings reported a revenue increase of a solid 14%, and substantial revenue growth of 33%. Growth Driven by Online Casinos and Sportsbook High-ranking company executives for the online gambling provider, which runs several popular gaming sites, have attributed the growth to increasing online casino and sportsbook popularity, indicating that the online gambling model contributes to organizational growth when effectively implemented. The revenue total for 2014 fiscal just released by the company indicates a total of $455 million (£304 million), reflecting a total increase of $54 million. Characterizing the Growth As for fears of saturation in large online gambling markets such as the UK, 888 Holdings’ officials revealed that up to 44% of revenue was still generated within the United Kingdom, with the rest of Europe's markets and the US market rounding out the with 38% and 12% of 888 Holding's respectively. Of 888's websites, the most impressive performance over the past year is the growth of 115% shown by 888Sport, attributed to the effectiveness of the company's market strategy in increasing the visibility and popularity of its own products and services. The online component of marketing and positioning cannot be overlooked, in terms of how any online companies increase their appeal in competitive markets. Improvement in online marketing along with structural improvements would be a more welcome adaptation for 888 in bingo activity, as bingo income showed the most modest increase, at 7%. Suffice to say, even the weakest spots among online gambling provider 888 Holdings showed growth, so everything is certainly moving in the right direction—not only for 888 as a private business, but for the entire online gambling industry.
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