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1XBET has an extensive gambling presence in Russia, operating more than 1,000 betting shops. Moreover, 1XBET attracts a 400,000-strong customer base to its online platform. 1XBET first emerged as a sports betting operator in 2007 before later expanding through the addition of channels dedicated to online slots and live casino. A partnership between 1XBET and Endorphina has allowed for the Prague-based igaming developer to provide 30 video slots to the Russian operator’s online casino. Endorphina is gradually crafting a reputation for developing eye-catching slots that can have anywhere from five to 50 paylines. Current games now available at 1XBET include Retromania, Stone Age, Temple Cats, Undine’s Deep, and Blast Boom Bang. Smooth Integration of Endorphina Slots Endorphina head of sales Ruslan Lyulko has confirmed that “the integration went very smoothly”, meaning that 1XBET users now have access 30 Endorphina slots alongside existing igaming content. Lyulko also spoke of Endorphina’s desire to “help 1XBET become as successful on the igaming market as they are in sports betting”. 1XBET verified the comments of Lyulko by announcing “the integration was successfully finished”. Already it would appear that this partnership will benefit both parties. 1XBET’s head of casino games said that they “are delighted with the quality of all Endorphina games” and that they “hope to extend their cooperation for as long as possible”. Access to a New Gaming Audience Endorphina will now appear next to slot games from other leading developers in the igaming industry. At present, 1XBET has a slot collection comprising of content from NetEnt, Playtech, Joker, and Drive Casino. There will be a chance for the developer to generate interest with a new audience. Diversity appears to be a hallmark of 1XBET. In addition to live casino games and online slots, it is also possible for users to play TV games, toto, backgammon, and TV games.
LeBron James has never had a hard time against the Bulls in the past, but the pressure that Derrick Rose and Jimmy Butler have placed the Cavs under has been astounding. Winning games 1 and 3, the Bulls are in a great position to go up 3-1 with a win at home tonight. Both teams are feeling the injuries that this year’s playoffs have dealt out so far, which has put strain on the player’s left to pick up the slack. LeBron James took it upon himself to crush the competition in Game 2, with 22 first-half points on the way to a 106-91 win. He simply couldn’t do it all himself in Game 3, as Rose and Butler combined for 50 points and hit 23 of the Bulls’ 25 fourth quarter points. Rose put the nail in the coffin with a 3-point buzzer beater for the 99-96 win. Butler recently won the NBA’s Most Improved Player award and his dynamic play is proving quite an issue for the Cavs defense. He is averaging 23 in the postseason and has turned the ball over only 3 times and has 10 steals. "Every year we kept getting better and better, now you see Jimmy stepping up taking those shots he wouldn't take last year; that's big. Jimmy has grown so much, he's taking the big time shots Derrick doesn't want to take. I'm extremely happy for him," related teammate Taj Gibson. The last time that the Cavs won a series after being down 2-1 was in the 2007 East finals, but Chicago hasn't lost a series after being down 2-1 since the first round in 2005. Food for thought if planning to make a bet on tonight’s game and the rest of the series. Online Gambling Props Even with the series lead and the home court advantage tonight, bet365 Sports has given the edge to the Cavs at 1.80, while the Bulls are listed at 2.05. It’s not the biggest gap in the world so punters interested in betting on the NBA tonight may want to select a Double Result, Winning Margin or one of the other props available tonight.
The Powerball lotto in the United States is the steadiest weekly multi-million dollar draw in America, and this week is no exception. This Wednesday, May 13, 2015 the Powerball draw will take place, and the grand jackpot is $100 million. You can buy tickets to the Powerball lottery in any of the 44 participating states, as well as online at reputable sites such as The Lotter and Lottery Master. Why Buy Online Lottery Tickets? Buying online lottery tickets has two benefits: it saves you time - instead of going to the store, you can simply buy your tickets while sitting at your computer desk - and it lets you keep a record of how many tickets you buy. This way, you can more easily keep track of your buying-habits. Additionally, when you buy at valid sites like The Lotter and Lottery Master, you get extra benefits, such as discounts, that you wouldn’t get when buying at your local drugstore. As of now, Powerball can be played in 44 states, Washington D.C., Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands. How to Play Powerball Once you’ve purchased your online lottery ticket, you need to choose five numbers between 1 and 59, and then choose a separate Powerball number between 1 and 35. There are nine prize categories in total: the grand jackpot, and additional prize levels that range anywhere from $4 to $1 million. While these prizes are certainly not in the millions, they do add up. For example, earlier this week, on May 9, non-jackpot prizes totaled a cash value of $5,460,494. Whether you buy online lottery tickets or hard copies, they currently cost two dollars each, or three dollars if you add the Power Play option. Power Play is a special feature that lets winners increase the original prize amount, not including the grand jackpot of course! Powerball Power Wins On February 11th of this year, the largest Powerball jackpot was won by three players simultaneously, who then split the jackpot of $564 million between themselves. This was the fifth-largest lottery jackpot in the world. The largest jackpot ever won in Powerball was $588 million in 2012. Runners-up include $314 million won in 2007, $365 won million in 2006, and $340 million won in 2002.
Borgata’s online casino has posted a profit for the third straight quarter, giving supporters of online gambling in the United States a much-needed morale-boost. Keith Smith, President and CEO of Boyd Gaming, Borgata’s parent company, commented,“Our online business continued to perform well, generating a profit for the third consecutive quarter.” He continued, “Borgata’s online gaming business contributed more than $4 million to the property’s EBITDA gain as last year’s $3 million loss swung to a profit of $1 million during the first quarter of this year.” Borgata is the land-based casino in New Jersey that was chosen to operate in partnership with bwin.party, a well-known online poker site. The New Norm? Smith said that the trend for Borgata’s online offerings will become the new norm. The reason he said, is that the launch of online casino sites in the Q1 of the first year entailed “significant start-up marketing cost that were not repeated this year.” Once the first-time expenditures were not repeated, it was only a matter of time before the company yielded profit. And that's what happened: In Q2 of 2014, Borgata’s online site broke even. In Q3, they turned a profit for the first time, and have continued on for two more consecutive quarters. Will PokerStars Bring Trouble? The pending entrance of PokerStars into the United States online market might make Borgata change its tune, as well as other online casinos in New Jersey. PokerStars was not granted a license in the past due to New Jersey's "bad actor" clause, but Resorts AC Morris Bailey has said that the licensing process for PokerStars, its New Jersey online partner, finishing up. Last November, Smith had commented that Boyd had “built the model to operate online gaming in New Jersey," and that "we just assumed they (PokerStars) would be involved at some point in time.” However, his last report on Borgata’s earnings did not mention PokerStars and how it would affect the company’s profit.
Microgaming-powered casinos are about to receive a new boost online. New site That's because construction is officially underway on the new Microgaming state of the art office in Douglas, Isle of Man. The office will sit next to the current existing office of Microgaming’s existing office of MGS House. The state of the art facility will join the two buildings with a tower walkway. The buildings are set to accommodate the rapid on-island growth of the company. Leading the Charge Microgaming has come a long way since releasing the first online casino software and site, establishing itself as a true pioneer of iGaming. Since the top Microgaming Sites which have bolstered the boom of online gaming include bet365 Casino, All Slots Casino, and Casino Cruise, confirming Microgaming's current status as a leader in software platforms and solutions for the online gaming industry. Microgaming has developed over 300 casino games at this point. Micro has also established eCOGRA to fortify the successful Microgaming poker network whose proudest achievement is the innovative and high paying progressive jackpot system. Further technology and software innovations include smart gaming management tools for operators and player account history dashboards that provide a console for players to manage their gaming experience website to website. Microgaming's closest competitors are other large software Cryptologic and Playtech, the two other large software companies. Microgaming CEO Roger Raatgever lauds the rate of growth of the company since setting up its head office in the Isle of Man in 2001, with employee ranks now bulging past 160 people, with large scale growth expected in the next few years, as evinced by the new building project, which officially started April 7th.
Spinomenal Gaming has just released its latest slot, Iron Assassins, which contains a unique feature that sets the game apart the rest of the competition. Like all Spinomenal games, Iron Assassins is available in portal and in Facebook Canvas, and it also runs on Tablets and mobile devices. About the GameIron Assassins is a 5-reel, 25 payline slot that contains a Surprise Multiplier Wild, a Unique Wild Generator feature, a Sticky Wild and a First Person Shooter bonus game. The featuer that sets this game apart from the crowd is the Aim feature, which moves to a new location in each spin. Once the Aim locks on a Wild Symbol, all kinds of special features begin to pop up. And during the Free Spins round, a new Aim is added, giving players even more chances to reap the benefits of the special features. CEO of Spinomenal, Lior Shvartz, commented that Iron Assassins is "a jump in quality for our slots,” adding that as their first 3D game, “it proves once again that when it comes to innovation and breaking boundaries, Spinomenal is always pushing to stand out and raise the bar.” Currently, Spinomenal offers eight games: Fire and Ice, Demi Gods, Secret Potion, Forest Harmony, Nuts Commander, Egyptian Rebirth, Atlantic Treasures, and now, Iron Assassins. Each game comes along with its own unique jackpot, and in total there are over 40 avatars that enhance the games and increase player winnings. About SpinomenalSpinomenal offers the first and only true html5 cross-platform social app on Facebook. The founders of Spinomenal considers html5 the future of online gaming, and they have been fearless in rising to the challenge and creating some of the most innovative games on the market. Their goal is to distribute cross-platform games worldwide while delivering a friendly, reliable and engaging experience to all their users.
StarGames has made the step up to live casino gaming with the introduction of its Extreme range this May. Extreme Live Roulette is the familiar version of the game, and it will be hosted by trained dealers captured in real-time. An intriguing version, though, is Book of Ra Roulette Special, which is based on the popular slot. Extreme Live Baccarat provides a laid back table game for players to enjoy. Star Games will have four live baccarat tables, including VIP, Classic Super 6, and Standard Baccarat. Attain a score of nine and you will be rewarded. Introducing the Slots Nostalgia is the core theme of Bar 7s, a slot framed in an old school slot machine design. In keeping with the old school, Bar 7s will give players three reels, one payline, and four symbols. Three identical symbols on the payline will trigger a victory. Nudges and free spins have also been integrated. Magic 27 is the second number-themed slot to feature among the new slots. Retro styling is once again on display. A slot machine design is complemented by traditional symbols like fruits, bells, and sevens. This time, however, there are nine symbols displayed. Land three symbols on the same reel to trigger an all-pay win. Two Sevens provides yet another numbered slot for players to experience. For this slot, there are now five reels and five paylines. The name of the game is to highlight that landing two sevens on the reels will trigger a win. However, the most lucrative win is to land five seven symbols on the same payline. Fruit Drops will give players a tasty departure from the number-based naming approach. Spin five reels while trying to match symbols along 10 paylines. Match three symbols on the same payline and these will automatically be locked for another spin in the Lock & Drop feature.
Struggle is a word that has been intrinsically linked with Greece’s economy since the Greek Depression began in late 2009. To stimulate recovery, Greece has attempted to encourage growth in a number of industries. Of those industries, it would appear that Gambling is playing a role in stimulating gradual economic recovery. €5.9 Billion Generated in 2014 Data released by Greece’s Gambling Commission has revealed growth of 9% in 2014. Since the Greek Depression began, the gambling industry has struggled greatly. Before 2014, the industry endured five years of decline. The €5.9 billion of total revenue earned in 2014 is still far below the 2009 total of €8.7 billion. Consumer data analysis confirms that an appetite for spending on gambling is on the rise once more among Greeks. In 2013, the average per capita spend on gambling was €172. A year later, the per capita spend increased by 7.2% to €187. Increased spending on gambling is a sign that Greeks are feeling more confident about the economy. Dominance for OPAP Monopoly At a glance, the Greek Organisation of Football Prognostics (OPAP) has been the greatest beneficiary. OPAP generated revenue of €3.8 billion, which equates to a 64% share of the industry, which is a dominating position to hold. However, those figures must be viewed with scepticism. That is because OPAP is the only Greek operator with the right to offer betting services on football and lotteries. Restriction is almost always the determining factor in creating gambling monopolies. Future Plans for Greece Gambling Greece’s Gambling Commission generated approximately €525 million worth of taxation in 2014, inspiring the organisation to double revenue. Finance minister Yanis Varoufakis has told the Eurogroup body of economic and finance politicians that Greece plans to regulate online gambling. The regulation would break up OPAP’s monopoly by opening up the industry to foreign online operators.
The Tampa Bay Lightning are set to host the Montreal Canadiens in Game 6 of their best-of-7 series, and they have yet another chance to knock the Habs out. The Lightning went up 3-0 in the series before the Canadiens got back in the game and won two-straight and are within one win of forcing Game 7 and a shot at the Eastern Conference Finals. The Canadiens had the same advantage in their previous series against the Ottawa Senators. The Habs went up 3-0 and Ottawa made a comeback before they lost in Game 6. This is exactly what the Lightning hope will happen after the game tonight so they can focus on the next round against either the Capitals or the Rangers, depending on which team wins their Game 7 matchup tomorrow night. “We were up 3-0 and they found a way. These guys did the same thing in round one," related Lightning Captain Steven Stamkos. "They were up 3-0, Ottawa won two games, and they took care of business in Game 6. Hopefully we can do the same," he added. No matter what the win/loss record is between the two teams, they will both be playing to win tonight. Carey Price, the Canadiens star goaltender is prepared for an action-packed 3 periods of play and the Habs hope he can be the wall in the net that they have grown used to. NHL Online Gambling The Habs come into the game tonight in Tampa as the underdogs, listed by famed UK sportsbook at 2.35. The Lightning have a slight buffer lead at 1.64 but critics think that the pressure will be on them and they might not be able to hold off the Canadiens. Punters have the chance to bet on one of the 17 total NHL pre-game props and capitalize on any one of the attractive bets being offered. It will be an action-packed 3 periods and lucrative cash is waiting to be won.
Online gambling has seen exponential growth in the past few years with millions around the world playing in online casinos and enjoying online sports betting on the biggest sporting events. Strides made in the fields of online casino software, renewed regulation in many countries and the advent of mobile devices and online gambling compatibility has truly shaped casinos into something that everyone can enjoy at the comfort of their home. Naturally, the growth of online gambling has also spawned new opponents whose claims range anywhere from legitimate to blatant and outright ridiculous, like Sheldon Adelson's Coalition to Stop Internet Gambling (CSIG) comparison of internet gambling to "crack cocaine". Problem Gambling Disconnected from Online Gambling These claims of online gambling opponents are challenged again and again by academic studies that show no connection between online gambling and any increase of problem gambling. This wall of academic evidence is joined by a new study coming from Australia's Southern Cross University. Authored by Dr. Sally Gainsbury of the university's Centre for Gambling Education & Research, the study overviews recent researches about the alleged connection between iGaming and the development of gambling addiction. The study's conclusions find that there is little to no concrete evidence to suggest that problem gambling has increased together with online gambling and in direct relation to it. Live Gambling the Main Culprit Gainsbury indicates that online gamblers might have lower rates of gambling problems than those who bet offline at brick and mortar casinos and land based betting establishments. According to Gainsbury, most problematic online gamblers that come up in different researches are usually offline gamblers who have developed the problematic gambling behavior from live gambling, carrying it on online. Moreover, Gainsbury notes that analysis across 30 European jurisdictions shows that there is no association between online gambling prohibition and problem gambling rates. Pros of Online Gambling The study also discusses the pros of internet gambling in creating a safer and cleaner gambling environment. Gainsbury stresses that while gambling online, players have a wider range of tools at their disposal in order to moderate their gaming.
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