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The multistate USA lottery has made so many people rich that players are aware of the jackpots only when they cross major thresholds. This is case today when the winner is expected to win in excess of $100 million and his or her name could be unveiled in a matter of hours. On Wednesday at 11 PM EST the faithful numbers will be extracted and one lucky player could win a life-changing amount. The popularity of the US Powerball has long crossed the national borders and players from all over the world are purchasing tickets using online agents such as TheLotter. United Kingdom residents who plan on participating in the upcoming raffle, should know that it takes place at 4 AM UK time. The winner will get to choose between a one-time payment and the annuity, which has the jackpot awarded incrementally. Winner Doesn’t Take it All All those who purchase US Powerball tickets are hoping to win the first prize, particularly now when $100 million could be theirs. In order to win the jackpot one would have to correctly select the five main numbers ranging from 1 to 59 and also the Powerball number from a pool of 35. The odds of actually coming up with the winning combination are 1 in 175 millions, but with so many participants it is likely to have a winner unveiled tonight. The prospect of winning a nine digit amount explains the enthusiasm surrounding the upcoming raffle, but this is hardly the biggest US Powerball jackpot ever awarded. Furthermore, the biggest jackpot payout is still held by the Mega Millions lottery. Those who come up with only five main numbers will not walk home empty-handed and collect a sizable prize worth $1 million. Four main numbers and the Powerball will result in an award of $10,000, while the next in line will have to settle for a consolation prize of $100.
It is no secret that the Super Bowl advertisements are expensive, but the fact that the coming Super Bowl is the 50th edition of the NFL Championship, costs have sky rocketed. In a press release from the NFL, the cost of a 30 second spot during half time has gone up by 11% to around $5 million, leaving companies gasping for air and wondering if it's really worth it. The High Cost of Marketing The cost of a Super Bowl ad at Super Bowl 1 was $37,500 in 1967, equal to around $268,000. Making adjustments for inflation over the years, a two second ad slot for the upcoming championship is a whopping $333,000. This may seem like a huge, ridiculous amount to pay; and it is, but one must take into consideration that last year's game between the Patriots and the Seahawks hit record ratings with over 114.4 million people tuning in. The upcoming championship will take place on February 7, 2016 at Levi's Stadium in San Francisco. Making the ad spots a little more attractive is the fact that the ads will be aired on television and online, creating a far greater reach for potential sales. Super Bowl Online Gambling The High price of advertising is only a fraction of the revenue, when considering the amount of money that is bet on the big game. Last year, it was estimated that there was $3.8 billion spent on illegal betting by US punters. This year could be a different story now with legalized online gambling in states like New Jersey, Nevada and Delaware. This does not answer the needs of the entire US though, as online sportsbooks like bet365, Winner Sports and William Hill accept bets from players from around the world, but leave US gamblers looking for a way to play. Online betting props are already available for punters looking to get an edge and maximize profits. Sportsbooks have been seeing a vast amount of Super Bowl 50 outright bets with competitive odds available therein.
The Toronto Blue Jays are on yet another winning streak, now stretching four games. They have moved past the New York Yankees for first place in the AL East at 70-55 and have improved to sixth overall in the MLB. Tonight's game is the second in the best of three series against the Texas Rangers. The Rangers are in second place in the AL West at 64-60 and suffered a come-from-behind defeat at the hands of the Jays in Texas last night. The Rangers were up by one run going into the top of the ninth, when Jay's shortstop Troy Tulowitzki got to the plate. Tulowitzki took advantage of a hanging fastball and made the score 6-5. “It was a good win,” related Tulowitzki. “I think as a team we’ve been finding ways to win ballgames in a lot of different ways and tonight was one of those close games that we just found a way." If the Blue Jays want to continue their winning streak, they will need to win the next two games on-the-road, as the entire series is being played in Texas. The Jays record on the road is 30-32, which needs to improve if they are to have a real shot at a good position in the playoffs. With the end of the season near, every win is crucial and the Jays know they are well within range to go into the off-season with home field advantage. Online MLB Betting The MLB is one of the hottest bets in town and bet365 sports offers some of the best pre-game and in-play markets for many of the games. Tonight's match-up offers punters live streaming, live bets and pre-game props so that punters may maximize profits. The Jays are favorites at 1.55, while the Rangers are not too far behind at 2.60. There are close to one hundred individual bets available tonight so more than enough chances to make lucrative cash on the MLB.
Longtime competitors Betfair and Irish rival Paddy Power have aligned to take the lead in the UK gambling market in a massive deal. Eight Figure Deal Though some formalities remain in finalising the merger, the key terms have already been agreed upon to form what becomes one of the largest online betting and gaming providers in the world, with a revenue of over 1.1 billion pounds. Mergers in the UK have been frequent this year, enabling operators to survive and flourish while minimizing the tax hits from increased bills and tighter regulation that the UK otherwise potentially imposes. Leadership Leading the new group is Betfair Chief Executive and ex-Paddy Power Chief Operating Officer Breon Corcoran. Paddy Power Chairman Gary McGann is set to keep his role in the combined group, while Paddy Power CEO Andy McCue would become COO. Betfair finance chief Alex Gersh would remain in a similar capacity. Topping the Market Corcoran pointed out to Reuters that the new deal puts the two companies in a leading competitive position not only in the UK, but other strong emerging markets such as Ireland, Australia and the United States. As more countries regulate, the two companies have clearly formed a force to be reckoned with, ready to adapt to new regulation more quickly while reaching more customers through mobile and tablet-supported technology. The news spurred a jump in Paddy Power shares to 18% and Betfair's to 17%. Terms The new deal awards 52% of the group to Paddy Power shareholders and 48% to Betfair's. Paddy Power shareholders also will receive a dividend of 80 million euros ($91.9 million) to complete the sale. Paddy Power brings almost 600 betting shops into the fold, over half of which are in the UK. The new group bringing Paddy Power's over would take the lead in UK market volume, with a share of 16 percent. The deal would vault the group past over the recently merged Ladbrokes Coral group's 14 percent share, as well as William Hill and Bet365.
Mr. Green is gaining in popularity as an online casino, and it's paying off. The Figures Mr. Green CEO Per Norman confirmed increased revenues from locally regulated markets as a result of fresh data indicating significant year-on-year growth from the quarter that ended June 30. The growth is only expected to continue. Total Q2 revenues for Mr. Green topped out at SEK 194.8 million (€20.7 million/$23.1 million), a jump from SEK 161.4 million from the same period last year, while active customers at Mr. Green increased from 63,110 to 73,279 for a jump of over 10,000. The Q2 figures boosted Mr. Green's revenue for the six months of the year to SEK 390 million this year, up from SEK315.5 million in the first half of 2014. Keys to Success Mr. Norman attributed his company's ability to “continued to outgrow the market” to “an intensified focus on cost control and more effective marketing.” The increased control over marketing comes from an increase in the amount of regulated markets where Mr. Green can enter into and operate. Regulated markets not only benefit corporations; they also benefit the operators who enter into them, reducing risks and increasing operational and environmental stability. Mr Green Casino is also widely known by its iconic branding featuring Mr Green himself, a sharply dressed man who accompanies most media that the casino releases. Latest Entry The latest licencure for Mr. Green is another source of optimism for revenue jumps. The newest market for expansion is the UK, where Mr. Green was granted a local license at the end of Q2. This is the second market where the new operator has been granted a licence, with Italy being the first one. Moving forward, Norman asserted his company is poised to enter more regulated markets as their availability emerges, prioritizing organizational goals of a level playing field and social responsibility.
The comeback that Borussia Dortmund put together in the first leg of their Europa League qualifying against Odds BK was nothing short of a miracle. The German squad was down by three goals after only 22 minutes against the Norwegian side and their chances of winning were bleak. The first goal, scored by Jone Samuelsen after just 14 seconds was a lucky shot, but when Fredrik Nordkvelle and Espen Ruud found the back of Dortmund's goal a few minutes later it became obvious that the Germans needed to turn up the heat. The lead was short lived however, as Dortmund came back with four unanswered goals beginning in the 34th minute by Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang. The second goal came a few minutes after the half by Shinji Kagawa and Aubameyang's second goal of the evening made BVB even. Five minutes before the end of the match Henrikh Mkhitaryan headed in the nail in the coffin and took the visitors home with a memorable victory. Tonight, the Norwegians have a very difficult task at hand, as they will be playing in Germany in front of the diehard BVB fans, in need of numerous unanswered goals to win. Dortmund will not let this happen, as their Europa League berth is theirs to lose. Teams are at full strength tonight, which should make it obvious that BVB are the better team. Online Europa League Betting The Europa League is covered by the top sportsbooks in the world and none offer more attractive or competitive props than bet365 Sports. The famed UK sportsbook has BVB as huge outright favorites at 1.071, while Odds BK need a prayer at 29.00. A draw could be the best outright bet at 10.00, but it is fairly obvious that Dortmund will win this game. There are In-Play betting markets available for punters in search of the most interactive gambling experience around, and dozens of pre-match props to help you maximize profits.
Delaware’s Good News and Bad News The Delaware Internet Lottery saw both good news and bad news this July, when compared to the previous month as well as July 2014. Overall, the month was good – Delaware Internet Lottery games yielded a combined revenue of $142, 083, the best showing since March 2015. The state also saw the creation of 378 new accounts, the highest number of accounts created in one month since September 2014. Online Casino Games and PokerOnline blackjack and roulette rose 15% in July 2015 as compared to May 2015, reaching a total revenue of $38,606. That number, however, is 60% lower than the revenue generated in July 2014. Slots and Jacks or Better (video poker) both saw consistent increases, up 40% from May 2015 and up 41% from July 2014. Slots and Jacks or Better hit over $75 thousand this July, a record since online gambling was legalized in Delaware. Unfortunately, online poker is another story. The industry posted its third straight loss this month, with an intake of only $28,158. Revenue is down 8% from June and 10% from July 2014. New Jersey’s Ups and DownsNew Jersey and Delaware tell a similar story this month, with the main difference being the sheer difference in numbers (New Jersey's numbers are MUCH higher than Delaware's.) This July, the New Jersey online gaming industry raked in over $12.5 million, the third-highest intake since online gambling was legalized in November 2013. New Jersey’s virtual slot machines can take the credit for most of that – they generated a whopping $10, 646,306. But like Delaware, New Jersey’s online poker has been suffering, bringing in only 15% of the state’s iGaming revenue, its lowest percentage to date. The outlook for online poker in New Jersey is bleak. While online casino games are showing growth, online poker is either stagnant or on the decline. In April, May, June and July 2015, the year to year gain of online casinos games has been, respectively, 21.2%, 28.7%, 31.9% and 34.4% - a consistent increase. On the other hand, since May 2015, online poker has been posting year to year losses between 10 and 15%. What does this mean for the future of online poker in New Jersey? No one yet is sure.
It’s easy to dismiss backgammon as a game of chance, if you are not a professional, but there is more than a lucky roll of dices to it. The best proof is that the same players make it to the top of the hierarchy year after year and all of them hope to triumph in the Backgammon World Championship. This competition is held on a yearly basis and in 2015, a luxurious casino in Monaco was the gracious host for the event. Cihangir Cetinel Takes Backgammon Gold Winning the Backgammon World Championship is the equivalent of claiming goal in the Olympics and hundreds of professional players took their chances this year. Cihangir Cetinel outshined all her opponents and squared off in the final with Russian Sergey Erokhin, whom she vanquished by 19 to 8. It was a landslide victory and the winner was congratulated by the officials as well as her peers. The tournament started on August 4 and lasted for almost one week, with the Fairmont Hotel in Monte Carlo bringing together the best in this line of work. Players announced their intention to participate many weeks in advance and the interest for the 40th backgammon championship exceeded expectations. The competition was tough on all levels, with Boris Gurov winning the Intermediate event, Pia Aimonen prevailing in the Novice competition, while Shimon Kagan bested the participating seniors. Backgammon Gains Traction Online The popularity of backgammon has surpassed local games rooms and is one of the most played games over the Internet. Gambling operators who offer casino games, poker and sports betting have added backgammon to their collection and it emerged as more than a welcomed distraction. bet365 Games, Rummy Royal and Betway Vegas are all proudly offering backgammon to its customers and there is no shortage of competitors at this tables. It is possible to wager a tiny amount or fulfill your ambitions as a highroller, clawing your way to professional status one step at a time
The mobile gambling industry is huge and constantly growing, surpassing in most countries its land-based counterparts. Plenty of people with a genuine passion for sports find it more convenient to wager from the comfort of their home, instead of stepping inside a brick-and-mortar bookmaker. Mobile devices have further simplified the process for these gamblers and they act as a catalyst for betting online. Technological Innovations Lead to Market Growth In addition to bonuses and access to special promotions, online bookmakers have the advantage of simplicity and convenience. Smartphones and tablets only require an Internet connection to allow players to place the same lucrative bets, with dedicated apps acting as gateways. Compatible with devices running on most operating systems they require minimal resources and run smoothly on virtually all smartphones. Online bookmakers are offering multiple live betting opportunities to their customers and mobile devices as a new layer of convenience. One can now watch the game from a sports bar with one’s friends or cheer for the favorite team from the stands and still place a wager. The odds of making an educated guess when you watch action as it unfolds are much better than betting in the blind, so mobile devices may gambling not only more pleasant but also more profitable. Special Perks for Mobile Users Reports clearly indicate the fact that over the last two months, the revenue generated by mobile casinos has grown sharply. Gambling operators can no longer afford to neglect this lucrative market and go out of their way to meet mobile gambling fans halfway. Casino Cruise, Noxwin Casino and Guts Casino have dedicated casino sections where players can find all the games compatible with smartphones and tablets. Special bonuses and promotions are occasionally offered to those who use these gadgets to deposit and play slot machines, table games and video poker.
The German championship has been nominated for more than a decade by Bayern Munich and the reigning champions are expected to win another trophy. Dortmund is the strongest counter candidate but both Wolfsburg and Schalke 04 have high expectations and they will try to fulfill them in 2016. The teams started on the wrong foot and managed to win once, so this head to head match is of critical importance. Schalke 04 Drops Points Against Newly Promoted Team The visitors will have a hard task winning points on the road, one week after failing to prevail against Darmstadt. They conceded an early goal and then ran out of solutions against a defensive minded team that used a backline comprised of five players. At the end of the day, securing one point was good enough but they will need to step up their game if they want to have a chance on the road. Schalke 04 didn’t acquire key players during the season break but their offensive output needs to improve sharply, as they can’t allow Wolfsburg to take the initiative. Bookies Credit Wolfsburg with the First Chance Bet365 sports offers even odds on the home side to prevail, but they’re expected to drop as kickoff draws near. Wolfsburg scored a bucketful of goals over the last couple of weeks and they were the only team capable of stopping Bayern Munich in its tracks. After winning the German Super Cup at penalties, they will try to claim the three points against Schalke 04 in regulation time. The starting formation will feature two strikers and both Bendtner and Dost have an impressive track record against the visiting team. They were only given the chance to play together for a couple of minutes, as the Danish striker was kept on the bench and introduced with 12 minutes to go.
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