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From 7-10 December, London’s Rembrandt Hotel will host the next Online Gaming Masterclass from Igor Samardziski. The focus of the event is on the business side of the igaming industry, helping everybody from entrepreneurs to large companies improve their fortunes for the better. Boost Financial Performance Samardziski’s Online Gaming Masterclass promises attendees what is described as a pre-designed business plan to immediately enhance financial performance. Such a promise is delivered upon by giving attendees access to what is an interactive course. In fact, the course promises that attendees play a key role in creating their own learning experience. An Interactive Course Event organiser Totally Gaming Academy asks for all in attendance to bring figures from their own business. The purpose is to ensure that event-goers can obtain advice that is directly relevant to their business. Alternatively, it is also possible to bring along data from industry contemporaries. Course Deliverables Those who graduate from the course are guaranteed a one-year business plan that can be used immediately for their business. Other deliverables include an integrated strategic vision for igaming success, the ability to analyse customer profiles, ideas for innovative marketing strategies, and much more besides. Meet Igor Samardziski From a professional standpoint, Samardziski draws from years of experience working at the very top of the industry. Samardziski has previously worked with Betfair, among other esteemed operators, and is a 2013 recipient of iGaming Representative of the Year. People who attend this December event will be guaranteed access to helpful advice and guidance from one of the industry’s most capable minds. Totally Gaming Academy Totally Gaming Academy hosts these masterclasses all through the year, but the next will not be until March in the Netherlands, followed by Miami, Costa Rica, and Malta. This is the last chance in 2015 for igaming professionals to get expert assistance to improve their businesses.
Mr Green is one of the most popular and trustworthy online casinos on the web. A “go-to” casino for millions of players around the world, and they continue to strive to become the best. Recently, Mr Green was able to close a content deal with Swedish slots supplier Quickspin, which will give the casino access to the entire suite of online and mobile content. Mr Green is well known for its mobile-first approach and the fully optimized mobile games from Quickspin are some of the best in the industry. The deal entitles Mr Green to the best of Quickspin’s best including new games like Razortooth, Crystal Queen and soon-to-be-released Second Strike. A Match made in iGaming Heaven Management at Mr Green and Quickspin have praised this new partnership, “We are always interested in offering our players new and exciting slots and we’re pleased to be able to add Quickspin’s content to our offering,” said Mr Green casino director Andy Braithwaite. The new deal will increase the stock of quality games at the casino and for players, there will be a load of new Quickspin built-in offers to take advantage. “I’m really pleased to have entered into this partnership with Mr Green, whose mobile-first philosophy is very similar to our own,” related Daniel Lindberg, chief executive of Quickspin. Both parties will benefit from this new partnership, as Mr Green has been very successful recently and have steady growth of their customer base. Quickspin is also gaining in popularity as its turnkey iGaming solution already provides millions of players with hours of entertainment on a daily basis. The new games planned for release are some of the most coveted, and their existing titles are all proven winners. “I’m also confident that Mr Green will benefit from the delivery of the games on our platform and the innovative promotional tools which come with them,” continued Lindberg.
Led by Steph Curry, the Golden State Warriors are already into a record breaking season and it doesn't need to end anytime soon. They broke the record for best start to an NBA regular season two games ago and tonight, they have a chance to do even more damage against the 7th place team in the Eastern Conference the Charlotte Hornets. The Hornets are 10-7 and do not look half bad when they are on and when they are at home. Tonight is one of those home games, and the Hornets have an 8-2 record at Time Warner Cable Arena. They will need all of the advantages they can get to stop the Warriors though, as this team looks like they could breeze through the whole season with very few losses. It will be interesting for Curry tonight, as Charlotte is the NBA MVP's home town. Surely a bitter sweet moment, but he won't mind getting another win under his belt. Curry has been unstoppable so far, and has found ways to make scoring bursts, which is the main reason they were able to beat the improving Jazz. Unfortunately for the Hornets, they will need to play without Al Jefferson, out for a couple of weeks after straining his calf. Jeremy Lin is also questionable for tonight still suffering from a sprained ankle. The Hornets will need huge games from Kemba Walker, Jeremy Lamb and Nicolas Batum if they are going to challenge the Warriors. Bet on 20-0 run Bet365 Sports is offering attractive wagering markets for tonight's game and it may come as no surprise that the Warriors are well out in front at 1.20. Punters that think their time is up and they are due for a loss will get sweet odds of 4.75 for a Hornets victory. Check out the live in play bets too and maximize NBA gambling profits.
The OCR Seal of Approval is reserved for the casinos that attain a rating of four stars or higher, have been on OCR for at least eight months, and which can stand up to rigorous auditing every three months. Well, the two latest sites to achieve the seal are PlayFrank Casino and Florijn Casino. Both have excelled in multiple areas and are all-round trustworthy casino sites. PlayFrank Casino PlayFrank is clear in its offering from the outset, letting players know that they can sample games from at least seven different software developers, including NetEnt, NYX, Play’n GO, and BetSoft. That diversity has enabled PlayFrank to provide video slots, roulette, blackjack, live dealer games, poker, card games, progressive jackpots, and more. Many of the games are also accessible on mobile devices, as PlayFrank has been designed to function on HTML5 browsers. This means that players can access games via their Android or Apple tablets and smartphones. Before all of that, players can sign up for the current welcome offer. Their first deposit can be made securely through the protection of highly advanced SSL encryption. Leading world payment methods like VISA, MasterCard, Skrill, and paysafecard are accepted. Florijn Casino Florijn Casino goes one better by partnering with eight different software developers, many of which are the same as PlayFrank, such as BetSoft and NetEnt. This will guarantee players access to slots like Mega Fortune and Pinocchio. Innovation is also strong at Florijn Casino, where players can use their HTML5 devices to play games on the go. Additionally, players can access live dealer games created for different types of blackjack, roulette, and casino hold’em. Players can also sign up for offers at Florijn Casino, and they are again protected by SSL encryption. Deposits can be made quickly and safely with iDeal, Skrill, and paysafecard, not to mention MasterCard and VISA.
The online gambling industry has grown to reach impressive figures but it all starts with a deposit at an online casino. This is how players can fund their accounts and then use the money to bet on their favorite games in order to win. Several payment methods were very popular in 2015 and there are plenty of good reasons for this. NETELLER NETELLER is easily one of the most popular deposit methods used by online casino players. The service is well known around the world as the company was launched in 1999 and expanded everywhere with its services. This e-wallet allows users to create an online account with NETELLER, fund it using different methods and use the funds for a variety of things with instant transfers, including depositing at online casinos. It is accepted by most of the big brands, like bet365 Casino and Rich Casino, and it is often times connected to additional promotional offers for even more benefits. Skrill The former Moneybookers has a lot of similarities to NETELLER as it is also an e-wallet service which can be used for quick payments once the account is done. Skrill keeps things simple and doesn’t have a lot of fees to worry about, something which helped make it so popular among online casino customers. The fact that it is accepted by the likes of Tivoli Casino and 7Regal Casino with instant processing and no fees on deposits certainly helped make the decision easier for the players. There are also withdrawal limits from Skrill which should be considered but cashing out from the casino to the web wallet is done just as easily as making the deposit. Visa While modern e-wallets have certainly made their mark on the online gambling industry around the world, the good old cards are not going away without a fight. Visa continues to be a top choice for making a deposit and this is mostly due to the fact that most people have a credit card or a debit card from the company. Its popularity makes it accepted almost everywhere and this is very convenient. Entering the required numbers at secure online casinos like Fruity Casa Casino and Jackpot City Casino only takes a couple of minutes and makes playing online as easy as it can be. MasterCard Similar to Visa, MasterCard benefits from the fact that most online players already have a card like this in their wallets and they don’t need to make any additional accounts or transfers before getting started. It is enough to select MasterCard on the casino, enter the required data which can be found on the card itself and everything will be processed right away. The payment limits are usually more than big enough to meet the requirements of most customers. With such simplicity, it is no wonder that MasterCard is a very popular payment method among online gamblers and it is accepted at Slotty Vegas Casino and Omni Slots Casino, just to mention a few top sites which also stood out this year.
The countdown to the 9th International Gaming Awards (IGA) is growing ever smaller with each day. Come the 1 February 2016, the esteemed awards ceremony will once again be hosted at the Savoy Hotel. This prestigious hotel is one of London’s finest, nestled on the River Thames’ north bank and in close proximity to Covent Garden. Attendees will get to spend time in a hotel that has housed legends like Frank Sinatra and Marilyn Monroe. Overwhelming Industry Support In addition to recognising excellence, the awards also represent an opportunity to raise charitable donations. Thus far, this extremely worthwhile cause has attracted industry luminaries in the form of NetEnt, IGT, Microgaming, Play’n GO, Yggdrasil, and Mr Green. There is no shortage for this special ceremony that will be a decade old in 2017. Many Prize Categories A total of 24 different awards will be determined, covering a wealth of categories. One of the most interesting will be iGaming Software Supplier, considering the many talented software developers sponsoring the event. Operators then dominate most of the other awards, with categories available for mobile, online casinos, slots, sports, lottery, and bingo. Payment technology event receives worthy attention. Respected Judging Panel The IGA organisers have sought out a highly respected panel of industry professionals to serve as judges, with the panel to be led by newly appointed chairman Marek Milewski, who is known for his work with Casinos Poland Ltd. The remaining judges work all over the world and serve a variety of roles, ranging from working with casinos and in the media to performing regulatory duties. Chosen Charities IGA 2016 will raise money for a number of vital charities on 1 February. These include Care International, Children with Cancer UK, Breakthrough Breast Cancer, and the Responsible Gambling Trust. OCR will keep you up-to-date with all of the latest news ahead of the awards.
According to a recent research done by Motivaction, more than 1.5 million people in the Netherlands gamble on the internet and this puts the figure ahead of the early predictions by far, making it a huge market. It is also important to note that the Netherlands does not currently have a regulated online gambling industry. Despite its ban on gambling on the internet, players easily have access to some of the biggest brands in the world, including the likes of Mr Green Casino, Tivoli Casino and Gaming Club Casino. A market worth €500 million The research also mentioned that the 1.5 million Dutch players spend about €500 million on online gambling options. Such figures would put the Netherlands in a great position were it to legalize online gambling since the demand is not only present but already being met to some extent. Not all players have great frequency and the results indicate that about 700,000 players only gamble a few times a year. The research was made for the only gambling company in the market, Holland Casino group, to highlight the potential for an online growth. Online gambling legalization in the Dutch market The current regulations are still pending and it is believed that the government will finally legalize online gambling in the Dutch market in 2017. There are still various subjects to be cleared out and it is now difficult to predict how many and which operators will actually receive licenses. Despite its current ban, quite a few websites licensed in overseas jurisdictions target the market and cater to Dutch players with a wide collection of games and services. It is believed that about 200 companies are interested in getting a license for the Netherlands that would allow them to offer their services in a regulated environment within the market. The current proposals will require the operators to contribute to a fund for helping gambling addicts.
A great platform for iGaming in the Macao provided guidance on the means by which to move iGaming in the Orient to the next level. Local Meets Global The Macao Gaming Show last week hosted gaming and leisure professionals from around the world and representatives from every continent. The 3rd edition of the Macao Gaming Show drew in a record total of 138 exhibitors on the showfloor, as well as additional companies from special zones in France, South Korea and Macau. Large Scale The magnitude of the event also set records: this year's MGS occupied a record-breaking 12,000 sqm of stand space, a jump of nearly 20% from last year to firmly cement its place as one of the top three independent exhibitions in the Macau SAR. Chung further lauded the value of the impression that the MGS and the Macao Tourism and Culture Summit left on “key partners” in the Macau SAR Government. Overview A traditional ceremonial procedures involving leading political and industrial dignitaries from both Macau and international circles who cut the ribbon side-by-side launched the fast-growing event covered by over 50 of the leading international and Chinese media corporations, influential trade association MGEMA, owners and Organisers of MGS. Major government supporters included the Macau Government Tourist Office (MGTO), Macau Gaming Inspection and Coordination Bureau (DICJ), Macao Trade and Investment Promotion Institute (IPIM), the Cultural Affairs Bureau (ICM) and the Macao Foundation to officiate the opening ceremony. Key Dignitaries Key international dignitaries enjoyed a personal guided by Chun of the array interactive booths at the show including but not limited to global gaming giants, small Macau businesses, classic cars, the Macau Future and Cultural Creative Zone, the Slot Experience Centre. The Macao Tourism and Culture Summit (MTCS) also provide keynote speeches from senior figures in the economic and political hierarchies of Macau and mainland China, giving a strong local integration to the globalizing summit. Key MGEMA summit official Ray Kok shared the vision and roadmap for by MGS of wholeheartedly embracing mass-market players, with mass-market being the direction in which expansion would continue. The Mass Market of iGaming With online gaming representing the largest mass market that exists, MGS was effectively preparing itself for the challenge of the new world in identifying the sectors and technologies through which areas Macao and the Pacific Rim could harness the benefits of online expansion.
Juventus struggled for most of the season and nobody gave the reigning champions any chance of defending their title in 2016. Throughout November and late October, Juventus managed to recuperate most of the points and they now have a real chance at closing the gap separating them from Napoli. Lazio is one of the teams blocking their way, but unfortunately for the Romans, they are bleeding points both at home and on the road. Juventus Seeks Fifth Consecutive Win Not having home pitch advantage didn’t hurt Juventus that much, with the reigning champions winning twice on the road. On each occasion they scored three goals and will try to achieve something similar when they travel to Rome to take on Lazio on the Olympic Stadium. The visitors are also actively engaged in the Champions League and with one round left, they have already secured safe passage to the playoffs. Somehow, they managed to ward off injuries and can field a competitive starting 11 that will feature Dybala and Mandzukic up front. Europa League Takes Its Toll Lazio are also playing in a European competition, but unlike Juventus they are unable to cope with the pressure and have lost many players to injuries. As a result, they were unable to win back-to-back games in more than a month and are winless in Serie A since late September. The team lost all the important games so far and as a result they fell into 10th place and could drop even further if they fail to win at home. The inability to keep clean sheets, doubled by recent offensive woes is worrisome against an offensive minded team like Juventus. Punters will surely appreciate the top odds of 11/10 offered by Bet365 to those confident of the visitors’ ability to secure the fifth win in a row.
The South Africa casino lobby has announced a substantial contribution to the country's GDP for the recent fiscal year. Performance Figures According to figures released Monday by the Casino Association of South Africa (CASA) in the annual Survey of Casino Entertainment in South Africa, the online gambling industry contributed R17.2b (US $1.13b) to the country’s gross domestic product in the last fiscal year covering 2014-15 fiscal year, a 4.5% jump from the previous year. The CASA figures for South Africa’s entire gambling industry generated revenue of R24b for the fiscal year, for a healthy 9.6% year-on-year improvement. The casino business further contributed R5.7b to the government in form of taxes, a jump of 3.6% year-on-year. Growth in the Face of Recession CASA CEO Themba Ngobese pointed out that in the face of a South African economic downturn overall, the figures represented an “important contribution casinos make towards the South African economy.” Ngobese said that the capital expenditures of CASA members totaled R2.3b, in a time in which consumers are specifically decreasing spending on non-essential items like gambling. Calls for Regulation and Protection Ngobese also called for the government to provide CASA members with more equitable conditions for operation, pointing out that the casino industry currently supports over 64,000 jobs earning a cumulative R3.2b in the year. Ngobese also called for the government to “stamp out” widespread online gambling offered by foreign operators to local citizens, in a country where online casinos such as CrazyWinners Casino, Rich Casino and SlotsPlus Casino are already popular. To this end, CASA has been waging a campaign to educate the public on the alleged hazards of online gambling, including a snitch line for punters to report online marketing and pop-ups detected from unauthorized gambling sites. Regulation Status in SA As far as regulation efforts within South Africa, the current status is that it remains unregulated. There are politicians in the country's Parliament attempting to get the government to approve and tax online gambling but the ruling party has refused to this point.
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