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Casino games have become more popular around the world with the growth of online gaming websites and Malaysia is one of the key markets where the industry has been booming recently. More and more players discover the thrill of betting on the internet and have fun with hundreds of casino games. Two of the leading online casinos right now are Dafabet and Bodog, both of which nicely cater to players from Malaysia. Dafabet Casino Dafabet Casino has become a top name in the Malaysian market for its reliable services and collection of games. The website has several languages available which makes it convenient for players from multiple countries to play and with English and Chinese being included, it is easy to check things out. Furthermore, Dafabet accepts payments in Malaysian ringgits and this gives it an advantage in the country since users are more comfortable with betting in their own currency, rather than have to convert their funds. Malaysian players can get the very best games on the internet and Playtech is certainly responsible for more than a few of them. The provider powers Dafabet Casino and offers its entire portfolio of options, including the famed Marvel slots. Bodog Casino Another popular casino in Malaysia comes with another approach as Bodog has always done things a bit differently. The brand is well known around the world and has a long history as being at the top of the industry. Online casino players seem to enjoy the variety of games provided by Bodog Casino, with titles being provided by RTG, Betsoft, Rival and even some games which are exclusively created by Bodog. While the casino doesn’t directly cater to Malaysia with language and banking services, it has become a popular choice in the country nevertheless and it continues to lead the way along with Dafabet and a few others big brands.
Wearable technology is not all that popular right now, but neither was the internet when it was first created. Google, Samsung, HTC, Sony, LG and Apple have all tried their hands at some form of wearable technology, but it is taking time until these things become totally accepted by the public. When wearable technology does become fully accepted, the possibilities are virtually endless - especially when it comes to online gambling. Online Gambling and Smartphones You might say that smartphones are the predecessor of wearable technology; they are small, fit in the palm of your hand and offer internet access. And of course, what would smartphones be without apps? Apps are the bread and butter of smartphones, and allow users to perform all sorts of mundane and astounding functions. The potential of apps was not lost on online casinos, who quickly jumped on the bandwagon to create their own apps. Rich Casino, bet365 Casino and Tivoli Casino are just some examples of online casinos that created mobile sites, allowing players to play instantly on their mobile phones from wherever they are in the world. Online Gambling on the Apple Watch Microgaming, ever the pioneer, was the first company to create a five-reel smartwatch slot game app. Today, many gaming giants are following suit, and seeking to adapt their mobile products to be able to be accessed from smartwatches. There is still a while before these things become really popular, but given the track record of Apple’s successes, it seems like only a matter of time before smartwatches become the next big fad. And that means a whole new generation of online gamers will be able to enjoy mobile casino games, not from the palms of their hands, but from their wrists. The possibilities for online gaming and wearable technology really are endless.
When James Bond kills a villain, he usually stays dead and the famous spy can move on to his next assignment and target. Spectre challenges this assumption and the opening epigraph “The dead are alive” gives the audience a hint of what’s to happen. The latest installment in the celebrated Bond franchise has Daniel Craig in the lead role and if we are to believe the actor, this is the last time he impersonates the British spy. Only time will tell whether he will reconsider or stick to the plan and give another actor the chance to shine as 007. What is certain is that bookmakers are already speculating about the identity of the next James Bond and William Hill is offering betting markets to fans who want to make a profit on the side. Plot Twists is What Spectre Excels At Spectre was highly anticipated and with the previous installments setting the bar so high, expectations were almost crushing. The opening scenes are impressive on so many levels, that the prospect of spending more than two hours watching the film is no longer daunting. As action shifts from Mexico to London, Rome and Morocco, Bond runs into ghosts of 007 films past that come to haunt him. Shady characters, brutes that use sheer force to out power the British spy and the breathtaking car races through the streets of the Italian capital, all feature in the 140 minute long movie. Online Casinos Tap into the Rising Popularity of Spectre The James Bond series has always been tightly knitted to gambling culture and special promotions were released in the wake of any new installment. Jackpot Capital Casino marks the occasion with the James Bond-themed offer that has a guaranteed prize pool of $70,000 in casino prizes. The money is split among the most successful players each Monday until December 7th, in chunks of $16,000. A cool $5000 will be awarded each Friday as a part of the Gold Time draws and everyone has the same chances to win. Participating players can monitor their ranking so they can double their efforts if they are trailing behind their peers.
It seems that as every day goes by, mobile gaming and mobile social gaming are becoming more and more popular. That has certainly been the case for the past five years, during which mobile casinos such as bet365, Tivoli and Rich Casino have taken off, as has mobile social gaming on various social media platforms. Researchers at Optimove decided to examine the difference between gamers who play social casino games online and those who play on mobile. Optimove studied data from tens of millions of players across dozens of social casino games, and their research yielded some very interesting results. Platform Loyalty A whopping 96% of social gamers prefer one platform over another (as opposed to favoring both equally). Of the 96%, 65% prefer mobile over web. Mobile Gamers Move Faster and Want More Gamers who play on mobile exhibit faster progression across all metrics, including becoming paying customers, continuing to make payments, playing more often and initiating more sessions each time they play. They are simply zooming when compared to players on the web. For instance, mobile players make deposits every 10 days, as opposed to web gamers who make deposits every 14 days. Mobile players also exhibit 1.6X more game-play days than web gamers. But Mobile Doesn’t Always Beat Web While mobile players were shown to be faster and play more when compared to web players, they don’t trump web players in all areas. Payment amounts for web and mobile are the same, as are retention rates. So when companies are deciding whether to create only a mobile casino, as opposed to both an online and mobile casino, they need to consider this information, and whether it’s worth foregoing a web casino or not. The Remaining 4% While 96% of the players examined exhibited loyalty to one platform alone, there is still the remaining 4% that enjoy playing on both web and mobile. While it’s a small percentage, it’s an important one. Multi-platform players showed a 3.9X higher conversion rate than all single-platform players! Multi-platform players are also 20% more likely to make a second payment, as compared to single-platform players. One reason for this might be that, as opposed to single-platform players, multi-platform players don’t only play whenever they have a medium available - they make time to play whenever they can, whether they are at their computers or on their mobile phones. Whatever the reason is, gaming companies should not ignore the value of multi-platform players. To get single-platform players to play on other platforms, companies can offer incentives or marketing campaigns geared towards that target audience.
The arrest tally is at 98 for an expanding illegal online gambling net in China. Tens of Billions in Bets The South China Morning Post and local media news reported last Tuesday that the Chinese police made the arrests on the basis of $78 billion in illegal bets collected by unauthorized online gambling networks in this latest bust. Long Time Coming This activity comes on the heels of shut-downs of 12 gambling dens since July in the southern provinces of Hunan and Guangdong that were only now disclosed, according to Xinhua news. Six months of planning for Operation 109 went into the bust. The police action only came to light when it was announced by the Ministry of Public security. The individuals apprehended are under suspicion of overseeing a sophisticated and far-reaching illegal gambling network that had opened more than 500 online casinos, and hosted an estimated 1 million members. How It Worked The gambling websites were able to operate using a cover of closed website disguises such as email, work or financial systems requiring log-ins. The main server operated out of Taiwan while a customer service staff speaking Cantonese and Putonghua-speaking customer service operated out of Hong Kong, Thailand and the Philippines. World's Largest Market A state-sponsored lottery is the only legal form of wagering in China right now, with gambling illegal on the Chinese mainland since 1949. In a country where gambling is a veritable national pastime China is home to the world's largest Internet market by number of users. As long as gambling is illegal, the best the government can do is make periodic busts on illegal online behavior. The latest round of crackdowns coincides with a general curtailing of expression online over the last two years that was ushered in by President Xi Jinping's ascendancy in 2013. Continuing Investigation Last August, 15,000 people were arrested for crimes “jeopardizing Internet security,” while website content deemed "illegal and harmful information" were curtailed, along with advertisements for pornography, explosives and firearms, and gambling. More perpetrators and more channels are likely to surface as the investigation continues.
Directed by Igor Samardziski, the Online Gaming Masterclass offers a business plan for operators in the iGaming industry to implement and improve their bottom line performance right away. It can be used to accelerate a new start-up or make an existing one even better with the help of proven tactics based on years of experience. The course will take place on 7-10 December 2015 at the Rembrandt Hotel in London and will offer different services for those attending. What to Expect from the Course It is safe to say that the entire course was designed based on Igor and his experience so he will headline the event by sharing his vast knowledge and experience for solving challenges in the iGaming industry. Those who complete the Online Gaming Masterclass are guaranteed to have a better understanding of their business and influencing factors, as well as a new way to analyze them for better results. The main benefit is the fact that the business plan can be applied right away and should be good for at least one year. Attending the class will also make key changes needed to succeed more obvious, teach business owners how to recognize important customers, create new ways of attracting new clients, get the best practice tools and more. A Must-Attend Event The course is mostly designed for heads of departments and for people interested in starting their own online gaming business. Igor Samardziski describes it as a must-attend event for getting better results over the course of the next year as it will help those attending integrate an impactful strategy which can be applied from the first day back. In addition to the main part of the course, participants will be welcomed to take part in drinks and dinner with the team from The Totally Gaming Academy on the second day.
Things are heating up in the Spanish first division, with Real Madrid and Barcelona separated by just three points. El Classico is the game that everyone is anxiously waiting for, because it is usually this match that decides the championship winner. Atletico Madrid has an easier schedule and should take advantage of this opportunity by handing another defeat to the newly promoted Betis Sevilla. Home Pitch Struggles for Betis The Cinderella of Sevilla returned to the Primera Division, but the squad was not fully adjusted to the level of play. As a result, the team has alternated victories with defeats and several games ended undecided, with Betis being constantly under siege. They are one of the three teams winning fewer points at home than on the road and this doesn’t bode well ahead of Atletico Madrid’s visit. Four players are either injured or suspended and the midfield is the one most affected, something that can be speculated by the visitors. A narrow margin victory over Malaga has lifted the spirits for Betis players and fans, yet the team allowed a combined several goals in the previous three fixtures. Both Objectives in Danger for Atletico Madrid Atletico Madrid is once again fighting a war on two fronts, trying to win the domestic championship and the Champions League. They are still very much alive and kicking in both quests, but recent results could jeopardize their plans. After back-to-back draws that came at the end of games dominated by Atletico Madrid, they struck it lucky and defeated Gijon at home. The goal was scored in overtime and Simeone knows all too well that he got terribly lucky and won’t take similar chances against Betis. The visitors will play aggressive football and aim for a wide margin victory, so punters can take the odds of 8/13 offered by bet365 Sports.
On November 24 and 25, the Balkan Gaming and Entertainment Expo will take place in Sofia, Bulgaria and Endorphina will be present among the many iGaming companies and operators. The software developer based in Prague has recently launched several new games and is looking for opportunities to expand in Eastern Europe, making the 2015 BEGE the perfect place to be this month. Unveiling New Gaming Options in More Markets The size of the BEGE Expo will allow Endorphina to show off some of its latest creations and also explore new business opportunities, according to Ruslan Lyulko from the developer. 2015 has been a great year for Endorphina as it expanded its reach in countries like Romania, Russia and Argentina but there is still more to learn about the Balkan market. Lyulko also talked about the specific preferences of users in the Eastern Europe region and how the expo will provide more information on this subject. Endorphina already has a good selection of slot games available as it has been developing titles since 2012 and is now a top software provider. More about the BEGE Expo This year will mark the eighth edition of the Balkan Entertainment & Gaming Exhibition taking place in Sofia and the event has already established itself as the leading expo in the region. More than three thousand professionals are expected to attend the two-day conference and represent companies from around the world with a focus on countries in the Balkans and Eastern Europe. All major sectors of the iGaming industries will be covered in detail and these include services and products used in entertainment centers, casinos, hotels and bars alongside digital technologies, online products, mobile applications and security systems. Various stands throughout the large hall present operators with the opportunity to display their products and attract new customers and potential business partners.
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Greyhound racing is on the rise for online punters, all around the world and in especially in the UK. New Stream So much so that BAGS and SIS have announced the launch of a new greyhound streaming service for international customers via mobile and desktop. As a leading provider of almost 30,000 greyhound races from 20 UK tracks in 2015, BAGS will now partner with SIS to optimize quality for operator clients with the most seamless integration possible to date. SIS will provide the content in the form of pictures and associated data which will be available to international bookmakers according to SIS patented Stream streaming platform technology. BAGS chairman expressed his company's delight with its new capability of bringing British greyhound racing to an international audience of punters who are going to interact with the product for the first time. Impact on Greyhound Racing This should expend the notoriety, validity and marketing appeal of greyhound racing in general as an online betting activity, with greyhound racing already gained a foothold with newfound popularity at major sportsbooks such as bet365 Sports, 888 Sport and William Hill Sports. The introduction of cutting edge technologies to the greyhound race betting platform should also spur growth. Additional new technology was previously introduced two weeks via another deal amongst BAGS and SIS via a new live video streaming service for UK and Ireland customers in partnership with At The Races. Reinvestment in Greyhound Racing New technologies and wider audiences mean increased patronage, increased punting activity, and increased revenues which can be reinvested back into the sports. This means more greyhound racing, more innovative land-base venues, and more advertising at the grass roots level which can also increase the profile of land-based greyhound-racing at the global level as a result of the windfalls that online expansion can and do bring in.
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