Since WinADayCasino.com players love video poker so much, the whimsical online casino site has just launched another new video poker game, the new Jacks or Better. Like the Bonus Poker, Double Double Bonus Poker and Deuces Wild games that are so popular at the site, the new game plays up to 50 hands at a time and features a special double-or-nothing bonus round.
To celebrate the launch of the new game, everyone that logs onto the site between now and March 9th will automatically get $15 deposited in their account. WinADayCasino.com is giving additional cash bonuses up to $500 to players that try the new game.
In the Jacks or Better video poker game, the lowest win is Jacks or Better. A full deck of 52 cards is used and each card can only be dealt once. When a total win accumulated from hands equals or exceeds total wagers, a Playoff Round is triggered. Players can collect their winnings or take a chance at doubling them. If they hit the Double button, five new cards are dealt, one up four down. Players double their money if they pick a card of higher value than the exposed card from the four cards facing down. They can play the bonus round again to double their winnings up to five times in a row.
Players automatically qualify for Jacks or Better bonuses when they place bets playing the new Jacks or Better between now and March 9th. The 30 players with the most total bets on Jacks or Better during the launch celebration week will win up to $500. Additional $250 and $500 bonuses will be paid to the three players with the highest payouts on a single round.
With a new game being added pretty well every month, WinADay was re-designed recently to make it easier to browse and select games from the growing menu. Regular players find the new Favorites tab a great way to go straight back to the games they play most often. With Jacks or Better, WinADayCasino.com now has 23 one-of-a-kind slot machines, video poker, roulette and keno games. They’re all instant-play online casino games so there’s no downloading or installation required.
All slots games at WinADayCasino.com are tied to the site’s progressive jackpot which is currently just over $100,000.
Source: http://gambloggers.blogspot.com
Monday, February 28, 2011
iMEGA Predicts New Jersey iGaming Bill Will Generate 35,000 Jobs
A new Bill that could create 35,000 tech jobs over 10 years is on Gov Chris Christie’s desk.
New Jersey data centres and bandwidth providers could be about to hit the jackpot if a new Intra-State gaming Bill is signed into law this week. Experts estimate that Bill S490, which seeks to modernise and regulate internet gaming within the State of New Jersey, could create 35,000 jobs for the tech industry, as well as generating significant fiscal revenue that could help to close the State’s ailing budget deficit.
A recent poll conducted by iMEGA, the Interactive Media Entertainment and Gaming Association, suggests that the Bill (S490) is largely supported by New Jersey residents; with eighty-five percent responding in favour of its passage. Thirty-two percent of these respondents are “gamers” and core supporters of online gaming, while fifty-two percent are “economic pragmatists”, who, while not actually participating in gambling themselves, said that they supported the rights of those who choose to do so, and welcomed the potential boom to the New Jersey economy.
Justin Bellinger, Business Development Director of Cable & Wireless, added, "The fast paced and extremely high-tech nature of the iGaming industry is boon to any economy. The complex technology required to support these operations requires an expansive and skilled workforce dedicated to supporting the operation 24/7. Specialist hosting facilities, information security skills and network operations centres overlay the underlying foundations of large, stable internet and power links.
There isn't a more demanding proving ground for e-commerce activities than the gaming industry - in the jurisdictions that I have worked in this had led to many opportunities outside the gaming sector that simply were not available before the hosting, bandwidth and skills required to support the gaming industry were developed."
The legislation passed in the States Assembly and Senate on January 10th 2011 and is now waiting to be signed into law by Governor Chris Christie. The Governor has four options to execute the Bill before the March 3rd deadline: He could veto the Bill, he could opt for a conditional veto, which sends the Bill back to Assembly and Senate for changes; he could approve the Bill into law; or he could choose to do nothing, in which case the Bill would automatically become law on March 4th.
Source: http://www.gambloggersbizblog.blogspot.com
New Jersey data centres and bandwidth providers could be about to hit the jackpot if a new Intra-State gaming Bill is signed into law this week. Experts estimate that Bill S490, which seeks to modernise and regulate internet gaming within the State of New Jersey, could create 35,000 jobs for the tech industry, as well as generating significant fiscal revenue that could help to close the State’s ailing budget deficit.
A recent poll conducted by iMEGA, the Interactive Media Entertainment and Gaming Association, suggests that the Bill (S490) is largely supported by New Jersey residents; with eighty-five percent responding in favour of its passage. Thirty-two percent of these respondents are “gamers” and core supporters of online gaming, while fifty-two percent are “economic pragmatists”, who, while not actually participating in gambling themselves, said that they supported the rights of those who choose to do so, and welcomed the potential boom to the New Jersey economy.
Justin Bellinger, Business Development Director of Cable & Wireless, added, "The fast paced and extremely high-tech nature of the iGaming industry is boon to any economy. The complex technology required to support these operations requires an expansive and skilled workforce dedicated to supporting the operation 24/7. Specialist hosting facilities, information security skills and network operations centres overlay the underlying foundations of large, stable internet and power links.
There isn't a more demanding proving ground for e-commerce activities than the gaming industry - in the jurisdictions that I have worked in this had led to many opportunities outside the gaming sector that simply were not available before the hosting, bandwidth and skills required to support the gaming industry were developed."
The legislation passed in the States Assembly and Senate on January 10th 2011 and is now waiting to be signed into law by Governor Chris Christie. The Governor has four options to execute the Bill before the March 3rd deadline: He could veto the Bill, he could opt for a conditional veto, which sends the Bill back to Assembly and Senate for changes; he could approve the Bill into law; or he could choose to do nothing, in which case the Bill would automatically become law on March 4th.
Source: http://www.gambloggersbizblog.blogspot.com
Intercash Enables Affiliate Commission Payments via Pre-Paid Cards by Integrating DirectTrack
Joint solution provides fast payments in local currencies to affiliates around the world
Intercash, a leading provider of pre-paid cards and online payment solutions, is integrating its technology with DirectTrack, a leading affiliate marketing and tracking platform from Direct Response Technologies. The integration will provide global pre-paid cash cards to affiliate networks and merchant programs from a variety of markets, including retail, financial services, agencies and iGaming. The joint solution will enable affiliate programs running on DirectTrack to quickly make commission payments in localized currencies to affiliates around the world.
Affiliate programs that add the new pre-paid cards as an available payment method within their system will be able to electronically transfer funds to cards 24/7, allowing affiliates fast access to their commissions in their preferred local currency. Reporting will then be accessed via the DirectTrack system. DirectTrack has powered some of the largest affiliate networks since 1994.
“More affiliate marketing software providers are offering access to our safe and efficient payment solutions within their platforms,” said Patrick Seguev, Intercash CEO. “One of our most cost effective solutions, our new Intercash Zero program, allows merchants to issue pre-paid cards with zero investment. This option significantly reduces the upfront costs incurred with traditional payment methods and helps attract high-performing affiliates from international markets.”
“Affiliate networks and programs can gain a competitive advantage by processing affiliate payments through their DirectTrack systems,” said George Bordo, general manager of Direct Response Technologies. “Joining forces with Intercash to offer global pre-paid cards will provide our clients a new and cost effective way to further increase affiliate satisfaction and our company additional opportunities especially in markets such as iGaming.”
Source: http://www.gambloggersbizblog.blogspot.com
Intercash, a leading provider of pre-paid cards and online payment solutions, is integrating its technology with DirectTrack, a leading affiliate marketing and tracking platform from Direct Response Technologies. The integration will provide global pre-paid cash cards to affiliate networks and merchant programs from a variety of markets, including retail, financial services, agencies and iGaming. The joint solution will enable affiliate programs running on DirectTrack to quickly make commission payments in localized currencies to affiliates around the world.
Affiliate programs that add the new pre-paid cards as an available payment method within their system will be able to electronically transfer funds to cards 24/7, allowing affiliates fast access to their commissions in their preferred local currency. Reporting will then be accessed via the DirectTrack system. DirectTrack has powered some of the largest affiliate networks since 1994.
“More affiliate marketing software providers are offering access to our safe and efficient payment solutions within their platforms,” said Patrick Seguev, Intercash CEO. “One of our most cost effective solutions, our new Intercash Zero program, allows merchants to issue pre-paid cards with zero investment. This option significantly reduces the upfront costs incurred with traditional payment methods and helps attract high-performing affiliates from international markets.”
“Affiliate networks and programs can gain a competitive advantage by processing affiliate payments through their DirectTrack systems,” said George Bordo, general manager of Direct Response Technologies. “Joining forces with Intercash to offer global pre-paid cards will provide our clients a new and cost effective way to further increase affiliate satisfaction and our company additional opportunities especially in markets such as iGaming.”
Source: http://www.gambloggersbizblog.blogspot.com
Badbeat.com's New ‘Bankroll on Demand’ Service Offers Sponsored Poker Players Flexibility and Security
Badbeat.com, the original and leading online poker staking business, has introduced a new ‘Bankroll on Demand’ service, offering more flexibility and improved security to its players.
Players can now decide how much of their bankroll to use across all of the sites Badbeat is affiliated with on a ‘where-and-when’ basis. Using yet another technology innovation, funds will only be transferred when specifically requested via Badbeat.com's proprietary software; adding the benefit of security on players’ accounts when they aren’t playing.
“With our new ‘Bankroll on Demand’ service, we’re offering our players total flexibility with where they play, when they play, and how much of their bankroll they play with,” explained Badbeat Managing Director John Conroy, “We’ll get our players the funds they need, when they need them, so that they can focus 100% on their game, not the backroom admin.”
Poker staking has become an important part of the modern professional poker eco system, with many of today's top and up-and-coming poker talents enjoying the financial backing and professional mentoring of companies such as market leading Badbeat.com.
Badbeat.com sponsored players enjoy the type of practical staking that helps their games develop profitably without risking the loss of their own finances.
Source: http://www.gambloggers.blogspot.com
Players can now decide how much of their bankroll to use across all of the sites Badbeat is affiliated with on a ‘where-and-when’ basis. Using yet another technology innovation, funds will only be transferred when specifically requested via Badbeat.com's proprietary software; adding the benefit of security on players’ accounts when they aren’t playing.
“With our new ‘Bankroll on Demand’ service, we’re offering our players total flexibility with where they play, when they play, and how much of their bankroll they play with,” explained Badbeat Managing Director John Conroy, “We’ll get our players the funds they need, when they need them, so that they can focus 100% on their game, not the backroom admin.”
Poker staking has become an important part of the modern professional poker eco system, with many of today's top and up-and-coming poker talents enjoying the financial backing and professional mentoring of companies such as market leading Badbeat.com.
Badbeat.com sponsored players enjoy the type of practical staking that helps their games develop profitably without risking the loss of their own finances.
Source: http://www.gambloggers.blogspot.com
Friday, February 25, 2011
March 3rd Deadline Approaching for New Jersey Internet Gambling Bill
New Jersey casinos await a decision on the modernisation of New Jersey’s Gaming Laws
New Jersey may become the first state in the US to approve the regulation of intrastate online gambling, as Governor Chris Christie decides whether to sign Bill S490 into law. The Bill was passed in State’s Assembly and Senate in January and the period before which the Governor must make his decision will conclude on March 3rd. If ratified, New Jersey will become the only state in America permitting legal online gambling for its residents. Experts speculate that a successfully regulated intrastate iGaming industry could generate up to seven billion dollars in gross yield, create 57,000 new jobs, and contribute an estimated $472 million in tax revenues.
Assemblyman John Burzichelli said: "The casino and horseracing industries are two backbones of New Jersey. They create jobs and spark economic development in many, many ways, and we must ensure they remain strong and competitive economic engines for generations to come. These bills all aim to accomplish that goal on many fronts.” According to his statement in newjerseypressrom.com
The legislation passed in the States Assembly and Senate in January 10th 2011 and is now waiting to be signed into law by Governor Chris Christie. The Governor has four options to execute the Bill before the March 3rd deadline. He could veto the Bill; he could opt for a conditional veto, which sends the Bill back to Assembly and Senate for changes; he could approve the bill into law; or he could choose to do nothing, in which case the Bill would automatically become law on March 4th.
Joe Brennan Jr, Chairman of iMega, the Interactive Media Entertainment and Gaming Association, said, “Governor Chris Christie has decided to take advantage of the time granted to him to make this decision and look closely at all the factors of this bill.”
Source: http://gambloggersbizblog.blogspot.com
New Jersey may become the first state in the US to approve the regulation of intrastate online gambling, as Governor Chris Christie decides whether to sign Bill S490 into law. The Bill was passed in State’s Assembly and Senate in January and the period before which the Governor must make his decision will conclude on March 3rd. If ratified, New Jersey will become the only state in America permitting legal online gambling for its residents. Experts speculate that a successfully regulated intrastate iGaming industry could generate up to seven billion dollars in gross yield, create 57,000 new jobs, and contribute an estimated $472 million in tax revenues.
Assemblyman John Burzichelli said: "The casino and horseracing industries are two backbones of New Jersey. They create jobs and spark economic development in many, many ways, and we must ensure they remain strong and competitive economic engines for generations to come. These bills all aim to accomplish that goal on many fronts.” According to his statement in newjerseypressrom.com
The legislation passed in the States Assembly and Senate in January 10th 2011 and is now waiting to be signed into law by Governor Chris Christie. The Governor has four options to execute the Bill before the March 3rd deadline. He could veto the Bill; he could opt for a conditional veto, which sends the Bill back to Assembly and Senate for changes; he could approve the bill into law; or he could choose to do nothing, in which case the Bill would automatically become law on March 4th.
Joe Brennan Jr, Chairman of iMega, the Interactive Media Entertainment and Gaming Association, said, “Governor Chris Christie has decided to take advantage of the time granted to him to make this decision and look closely at all the factors of this bill.”
Source: http://gambloggersbizblog.blogspot.com
Thursday, February 24, 2011
iMEGA Chairman Says Young People Will Be Better Protected Under New Jersey’s New Internet Gaming Regulation
Strong online verification technology cracks down on underage gaming
As New Jersey prepares to become the first jurisdiction in the US to embrace online gaming for State residents, regulators, while highlighting the fiscal benefits of the new legislation, are emphasising the importance of implementing water-tight measures to prevent underage gambling. Fortunately the technology is already there.
Joe Brennan Jr, Chairman of the Interactive Media Entertainment and Gaming Association, iMEGA said, “New Jersey's regulators are in a position to become the de facto primary regulators for iGaming in the US much in the same way Nevada regulators are in the casino based industry. New Jersey regulators are the toughest in the world. Those who can make it through the process will increase their value and the value of the industry itself.”
“Right now all the technology required is being used by European casino websites. Suppliers of age verification software will be able to open up US divisions and supply the US marketplace with proven technology.”
iGaming will be carefully monitored and regulated when it finally arrives in New Jersey and the State will be able to choose from any number of companies which are experts in extremely robust age verification solutions and which are already working within the strong existing regulatory framework approved by the British government. In fact, stringent controls mean that those below the legal age are currently far better protected from online gaming than from the land-based variety.
David Pope; Marketing Director of age verification solution leaders 192business.com, added, “New Jersey’s regulators will no doubt take great care in ensuring that their licensees implement robust age verification technologies. Both the regulators and their licensees will certainly be able to draw on expertise built up in jurisdictions in Europe and beyond. In terms of what that might mean to the operators who get licences, the good news is that yes, the technology does exist, it’s proven and tested and will help operators acquire age-verified legitimate players.”
The gaming modernisation legislation, known as S490, overwhelmingly passed New Jersey Assembly and Senate votes last month, and is now pending a signature from State Governor Chris Christie. The Governor’s decision is expected on March 3rd.
Source: http://gambloggersbizblog.blogspot.com
As New Jersey prepares to become the first jurisdiction in the US to embrace online gaming for State residents, regulators, while highlighting the fiscal benefits of the new legislation, are emphasising the importance of implementing water-tight measures to prevent underage gambling. Fortunately the technology is already there.
Joe Brennan Jr, Chairman of the Interactive Media Entertainment and Gaming Association, iMEGA said, “New Jersey's regulators are in a position to become the de facto primary regulators for iGaming in the US much in the same way Nevada regulators are in the casino based industry. New Jersey regulators are the toughest in the world. Those who can make it through the process will increase their value and the value of the industry itself.”
“Right now all the technology required is being used by European casino websites. Suppliers of age verification software will be able to open up US divisions and supply the US marketplace with proven technology.”
iGaming will be carefully monitored and regulated when it finally arrives in New Jersey and the State will be able to choose from any number of companies which are experts in extremely robust age verification solutions and which are already working within the strong existing regulatory framework approved by the British government. In fact, stringent controls mean that those below the legal age are currently far better protected from online gaming than from the land-based variety.
David Pope; Marketing Director of age verification solution leaders 192business.com, added, “New Jersey’s regulators will no doubt take great care in ensuring that their licensees implement robust age verification technologies. Both the regulators and their licensees will certainly be able to draw on expertise built up in jurisdictions in Europe and beyond. In terms of what that might mean to the operators who get licences, the good news is that yes, the technology does exist, it’s proven and tested and will help operators acquire age-verified legitimate players.”
The gaming modernisation legislation, known as S490, overwhelmingly passed New Jersey Assembly and Senate votes last month, and is now pending a signature from State Governor Chris Christie. The Governor’s decision is expected on March 3rd.
Source: http://gambloggersbizblog.blogspot.com
Wednesday, February 23, 2011
WinADayCasino Players Love New Busted Video Slot's Bonus Game and Double Up Feature
Busted, the latest totally one-of-a-kind video slots game at WinADayCasino.com, is a retro comic book-style cops and robbers adventure with a spine-tingling Bonus Game. Busted is three games in one: a classic 17 pay line video slot, a Double Up round and a Cops and Robbers bonus game.
For the Cops and Robbers Bonus Game, players choose to be either a Robber or a Cop and then collect symbols related to their character. When all 5 special Cop or Robber symbols have been collected the bonus game begins. The Double Up Bonus Game – a chance to double winnings from the last spin -- is triggered when the Double symbol appears on the rightmost wheel of a winning spin.
“Players usually get excited about a new game,” said manager Michael Hilary, “But we’ve really had an extraordinary response to Busted!”
“At first I thought it was just another game that wouldn’t hold my attention long,” said Harry J. “Five days later it’s taken the place of Slot 21 as my favorite game. Busted! is truly outstanding -- it plays fast and it pays great. I’ve never played a game that serves up so many wins!”
“OMG!!! I love this new game!” said Sarah T. “The graphics are so fun and clear. The option to choose the crook or the police officer when betting is so cool. But the coolest part of the game to me is the BONUS feature..... and the amount of winnings you can get.”
“Since I'm a comic book fan, this game got my attention just looking at the graphics on the loading page. I figured hey, if the rest of the game is like this it should be fun to play. Busted! didn't let me down either!” said Lisa W. “This game gives you a choice of what character you’d like to play, the good guy or the bad guy. I went crooked and picked the robber. As you spin, if you picked robber you're on the run from the police. You collect pieces that you need in order to go to the bonus round. Then in the bonus round you get to roll the dice and advance like playing a board game, but with a twist. You see your player’s every move as he tries to get away. And you can also see the law getting closer. With the music playing in the background and the action brightly highlighted its easy to get excited trying to out run the cops! Plus wherever you land you could get additional spins and great payouts. I'm simply crazy about this game. Even the music is cool!”
Like all slots games at WinADayCasino.com, the new Busted! is tied to the site’s progressive jackpot which is currently just over $100,000. As regulars at WinADay know, that means it could be due for another big jackpot payout any day now.
The creative team that develops all of WinADay’s unique games has another new one almost ready to launch. Special promotions celebrating the new Jacks or Better will be announced next week.
Busted makes 22 one-of-a-kind slot machines, video poker, roulette and keno games at WinADayCasino.com. They’re all instant-play online casino games so there’s no downloading or installation required.
Source: http://gambloggers.blogspot.com
For the Cops and Robbers Bonus Game, players choose to be either a Robber or a Cop and then collect symbols related to their character. When all 5 special Cop or Robber symbols have been collected the bonus game begins. The Double Up Bonus Game – a chance to double winnings from the last spin -- is triggered when the Double symbol appears on the rightmost wheel of a winning spin.
“Players usually get excited about a new game,” said manager Michael Hilary, “But we’ve really had an extraordinary response to Busted!”
“At first I thought it was just another game that wouldn’t hold my attention long,” said Harry J. “Five days later it’s taken the place of Slot 21 as my favorite game. Busted! is truly outstanding -- it plays fast and it pays great. I’ve never played a game that serves up so many wins!”
“OMG!!! I love this new game!” said Sarah T. “The graphics are so fun and clear. The option to choose the crook or the police officer when betting is so cool. But the coolest part of the game to me is the BONUS feature..... and the amount of winnings you can get.”
“Since I'm a comic book fan, this game got my attention just looking at the graphics on the loading page. I figured hey, if the rest of the game is like this it should be fun to play. Busted! didn't let me down either!” said Lisa W. “This game gives you a choice of what character you’d like to play, the good guy or the bad guy. I went crooked and picked the robber. As you spin, if you picked robber you're on the run from the police. You collect pieces that you need in order to go to the bonus round. Then in the bonus round you get to roll the dice and advance like playing a board game, but with a twist. You see your player’s every move as he tries to get away. And you can also see the law getting closer. With the music playing in the background and the action brightly highlighted its easy to get excited trying to out run the cops! Plus wherever you land you could get additional spins and great payouts. I'm simply crazy about this game. Even the music is cool!”
Like all slots games at WinADayCasino.com, the new Busted! is tied to the site’s progressive jackpot which is currently just over $100,000. As regulars at WinADay know, that means it could be due for another big jackpot payout any day now.
The creative team that develops all of WinADay’s unique games has another new one almost ready to launch. Special promotions celebrating the new Jacks or Better will be announced next week.
Busted makes 22 one-of-a-kind slot machines, video poker, roulette and keno games at WinADayCasino.com. They’re all instant-play online casino games so there’s no downloading or installation required.
Source: http://gambloggers.blogspot.com
Tuesday, February 22, 2011
I-Gaming North America - Boot Camp at Monte Carlo Set for May 2-4
The gambling capital of the America will get an up-close look at its future during the inaugural iGaming North America conference to be held May 2-4, 2011 at Monte Carlo Casino & Resort in Las Vegas.
Organizers BolaVerde Media Group, Lewis & Roca and The Innovation Group have taken a new approach in designing the curriculum as a "boot camp" for entrants into the North American I-gaming markets. The event will provide education and training to prospective participants in the regulated US and Canadian Internet gaming markets. Through this program, attendees will acquire a roadmap and the tools necessary to get from Point A (regulatory approval) to Point B (launch) with a firm handle on their capital, staffing, marketing and operational needs.
With the theme "The Road to Legalization," the groundbreaking event is designed to introduce the land-based gaming businesses of North America to the $30 billion global iGaming industry. It is the production of a new venture backed by Steven Rittvo, owner of The Innovation Group, Mark Balestra, director of BolaVerde Media Group, and Anthony Cabot, a prominent gaming attorney based in Las Vegas, with an advisory committee chaired by Sue Schneider, a veteran of the iGaming industry and the principal of eGaming Brokerage.
"The discussion has evolved beyond the speculative tone we've seen in recent years, and there’s a high demand for practical guidance as businesses enter uncharted territory." Mr. Balestra explained. "Certainly the program will cover political and regulatory issues, but the primary focus will be on 'how-to' rather than 'what-if.'"
The lineup of presenters and panelists includes professional poker superstar Howard Lederer, as well as executives from the world’s leading online and offline gambling businesses, including Caesars, GTECH G2, Betfair, WMS and more.
The organizers have crafted a program geared for preparing businesses for entrance into the world’s largest regulated Internet gambling market. Topics include:
- Marketing for Start-up and Ramp-up
- Staffing and Outsourcing Needs
- Cross-Marketing Strategies
- Managing and Integrating Online & Offline Loyalty Programs
- US Federal and State Policy Developments
- Gaming Platform Integration
- Tribal Perspectives on Internet Gambling
- Affiliate Marketing
- Online Gaming and Social Networks
- Fundamental Aspects of Regulation
- More...
"A window is opening for North America's licensed operators, existing iGaming operators and media and entertainment ventures expanding into new markets," Ms. Schneider explained. "For all of these businesses, this event will present a much needed forum for learning and sharing ideas, as well as the region's first marketplace for gambling's most promising sector."
Mr. Cabot added, "With the surge in activity at both the state/provincial as well as federal levels, the time is right for all of the operators, consultants, vendors and suppliers focused on the North American audience to come together for this important informational event."
Regulation in the US and Canadian markets appears imminent and several bills for regulation are pending in various jurisdictions. Yet even with its global reach and undisputed commercial success, the technology and geolocation issues and opportunities surrounding iGaming are still not well understood by many of those in the traditional gaming industry in North America. Come May 2, that will all begin to change.
Sponsors to the 2011 event include Continent 8, Betfair/TVG, Dickinson Wright and Blank Rome.
The organizers are offering an early-bird rate for those who register by March 3. Discounts are available to groups of three or more as well.
For more information, visit: www.igamingnorthamerica.com.
Source: http://www.GambloggersBizBlog.blogspot.com
Organizers BolaVerde Media Group, Lewis & Roca and The Innovation Group have taken a new approach in designing the curriculum as a "boot camp" for entrants into the North American I-gaming markets. The event will provide education and training to prospective participants in the regulated US and Canadian Internet gaming markets. Through this program, attendees will acquire a roadmap and the tools necessary to get from Point A (regulatory approval) to Point B (launch) with a firm handle on their capital, staffing, marketing and operational needs.
With the theme "The Road to Legalization," the groundbreaking event is designed to introduce the land-based gaming businesses of North America to the $30 billion global iGaming industry. It is the production of a new venture backed by Steven Rittvo, owner of The Innovation Group, Mark Balestra, director of BolaVerde Media Group, and Anthony Cabot, a prominent gaming attorney based in Las Vegas, with an advisory committee chaired by Sue Schneider, a veteran of the iGaming industry and the principal of eGaming Brokerage.
"The discussion has evolved beyond the speculative tone we've seen in recent years, and there’s a high demand for practical guidance as businesses enter uncharted territory." Mr. Balestra explained. "Certainly the program will cover political and regulatory issues, but the primary focus will be on 'how-to' rather than 'what-if.'"
The lineup of presenters and panelists includes professional poker superstar Howard Lederer, as well as executives from the world’s leading online and offline gambling businesses, including Caesars, GTECH G2, Betfair, WMS and more.
The organizers have crafted a program geared for preparing businesses for entrance into the world’s largest regulated Internet gambling market. Topics include:
- Marketing for Start-up and Ramp-up
- Staffing and Outsourcing Needs
- Cross-Marketing Strategies
- Managing and Integrating Online & Offline Loyalty Programs
- US Federal and State Policy Developments
- Gaming Platform Integration
- Tribal Perspectives on Internet Gambling
- Affiliate Marketing
- Online Gaming and Social Networks
- Fundamental Aspects of Regulation
- More...
"A window is opening for North America's licensed operators, existing iGaming operators and media and entertainment ventures expanding into new markets," Ms. Schneider explained. "For all of these businesses, this event will present a much needed forum for learning and sharing ideas, as well as the region's first marketplace for gambling's most promising sector."
Mr. Cabot added, "With the surge in activity at both the state/provincial as well as federal levels, the time is right for all of the operators, consultants, vendors and suppliers focused on the North American audience to come together for this important informational event."
Regulation in the US and Canadian markets appears imminent and several bills for regulation are pending in various jurisdictions. Yet even with its global reach and undisputed commercial success, the technology and geolocation issues and opportunities surrounding iGaming are still not well understood by many of those in the traditional gaming industry in North America. Come May 2, that will all begin to change.
Sponsors to the 2011 event include Continent 8, Betfair/TVG, Dickinson Wright and Blank Rome.
The organizers are offering an early-bird rate for those who register by March 3. Discounts are available to groups of three or more as well.
For more information, visit: www.igamingnorthamerica.com.
Source: http://www.GambloggersBizBlog.blogspot.com
Monday, February 21, 2011
BCLC PlayNow.com Joins Loto-Québec on Canadian Poker Network Powered by GTECH G2
The addition of a second Canadian province has added liquidity to the first regulated poker network in North America. The British Columbia Lottery Corporation’s PlayNow.com igaming site has joined the Canadian Poker Network which is powered by GTECH G2. The CPN launched last December when poker players at Loto Québec’s Espacejeux.com site joined the network. Now players in British Columbia will play at the same tables as players in Quebec. The increased liquidity means more choice for players of every level.
The Canadian Poker Network features the state-of-the-art poker software developed by GTECH G2 for its European networks. The system has been thoroughly tested to the highest standards and has received TST and BC Gaming Policy and Enforcement Branch (GPEB) approval. The Canadian Poker Network is open only to residents of the provinces of Quebec and British Columbia, Canada.
GTECH G2 is providing eight poker variants including Texas Hold’em and Canadian Stud (or Soko) which is played the same way as 5-Card Stud except that there are two extra combinations: a four-card Flush and a four-card Straight.
The increased liquidity of the expanded network is sure to result in many more tournaments like the $250,000 free roll held earlier this month.
Canadian Poker Network operations are based in Canada. The system is housed in a Montreal based data centre and poker network operations are in the National Operations Centre in Moncton, New Brunswick.
“The CPN is an excellent example of the kind of convergence of the igaming and lottery industries that GTECH G2 was created to serve,” said Paolo Personeni, President of GTECH G2. “We are proud to be partnered with such innovative lotteries, and look forward to enabling other lottery corporations to enter the igaming space with confidence.”
GTECH G2 is the only interactive gaming software and services provider that can supply a complete end-to-end solution including lottery, poker, sports betting, bingo, casino, skill games, instant games and back office systems to commercial and state-run operators.
Source: http://gambloggersbizblog.blogspot.com/
The Canadian Poker Network features the state-of-the-art poker software developed by GTECH G2 for its European networks. The system has been thoroughly tested to the highest standards and has received TST and BC Gaming Policy and Enforcement Branch (GPEB) approval. The Canadian Poker Network is open only to residents of the provinces of Quebec and British Columbia, Canada.
GTECH G2 is providing eight poker variants including Texas Hold’em and Canadian Stud (or Soko) which is played the same way as 5-Card Stud except that there are two extra combinations: a four-card Flush and a four-card Straight.
The increased liquidity of the expanded network is sure to result in many more tournaments like the $250,000 free roll held earlier this month.
Canadian Poker Network operations are based in Canada. The system is housed in a Montreal based data centre and poker network operations are in the National Operations Centre in Moncton, New Brunswick.
“The CPN is an excellent example of the kind of convergence of the igaming and lottery industries that GTECH G2 was created to serve,” said Paolo Personeni, President of GTECH G2. “We are proud to be partnered with such innovative lotteries, and look forward to enabling other lottery corporations to enter the igaming space with confidence.”
GTECH G2 is the only interactive gaming software and services provider that can supply a complete end-to-end solution including lottery, poker, sports betting, bingo, casino, skill games, instant games and back office systems to commercial and state-run operators.
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New Basketbull Slot Launched at US-Friendly Grande Vegas Casino
US-friendly online casino GrandeVegasCasino.com has launched a comical new slots game, Basketbull, with free games and bonus rounds, just in time for March Madness. The online casino’s brand new Lifestyle Bonus continues with weekly deposit bonus codes giving up to $100 in free cash.
As the American college basketball season peaks during March Madness, basketball fans can enjoy shooting some hoops with the baddest ball-hogging Bull in town in the new 25-line slot game Basketbull at Grande Vegas Casino. Triggering the bonus feature gives players a chance to test their skills behind the free throw line. Successful throws double the free games awarded, which are then played with all prizes tripled! Up to 96 free games are on offer during each bonus round.
The Win-Win feature gives players a special bonus if their win from the game feature round is less than or equal to ten times their betting amount.
Until the end of February, players earn themselves double comp points for every spin they make on Basketbull. 100 comp points are equivalent to $1 real money that can be wagered or withdrawn.
The recently launched Lifestyle Bonus program lets its customers discover new lifestyles and ways of living each week. Each month will be dedicated to a new exciting theme. This promotion continues through February with its tribute to the Womanizer. Players get seduced by Romeo, Casanova or Don Juan with exclusive weekly bonuses. Until Thursday, the bonus code for the current 100% bonus is CASANOVA. Other special bonuses worth hundreds in bonus money are listed at the casino’s Promotions tab.
The biggest progressive jackpots available to American players are at GrandeVegas.com. Jackpot Pinatas is currently over $1.6 million. Other million dollar jackpots are the Aztec’s Millions ($1.2 million) and the Midlife Crisis/Shopping Spree ($1,055,000). Cleopatra’s Gold is worth over a quarter million.
Grande Vegas Casino is a state-of-the-art online casino owned by Tigress Management Ltd. It offers hundreds of popular online casino games and several million dollar slot machine progressive jackpots. GrandeVegas.com welcomes players from around the world, including the United States.
Source: http://www.Gambloggers.blogspot.com
As the American college basketball season peaks during March Madness, basketball fans can enjoy shooting some hoops with the baddest ball-hogging Bull in town in the new 25-line slot game Basketbull at Grande Vegas Casino. Triggering the bonus feature gives players a chance to test their skills behind the free throw line. Successful throws double the free games awarded, which are then played with all prizes tripled! Up to 96 free games are on offer during each bonus round.
The Win-Win feature gives players a special bonus if their win from the game feature round is less than or equal to ten times their betting amount.
Until the end of February, players earn themselves double comp points for every spin they make on Basketbull. 100 comp points are equivalent to $1 real money that can be wagered or withdrawn.
The recently launched Lifestyle Bonus program lets its customers discover new lifestyles and ways of living each week. Each month will be dedicated to a new exciting theme. This promotion continues through February with its tribute to the Womanizer. Players get seduced by Romeo, Casanova or Don Juan with exclusive weekly bonuses. Until Thursday, the bonus code for the current 100% bonus is CASANOVA. Other special bonuses worth hundreds in bonus money are listed at the casino’s Promotions tab.
The biggest progressive jackpots available to American players are at GrandeVegas.com. Jackpot Pinatas is currently over $1.6 million. Other million dollar jackpots are the Aztec’s Millions ($1.2 million) and the Midlife Crisis/Shopping Spree ($1,055,000). Cleopatra’s Gold is worth over a quarter million.
Grande Vegas Casino is a state-of-the-art online casino owned by Tigress Management Ltd. It offers hundreds of popular online casino games and several million dollar slot machine progressive jackpots. GrandeVegas.com welcomes players from around the world, including the United States.
Source: http://www.Gambloggers.blogspot.com
Intertops Poker Honors Cake Poker Loyalty Rewards Earned at Doyles Room
As a member of the Cake Network, Intertops will honor all existing loyalty rewards for players who played at Doyles Room when they decided to leave the Cake Network. All players who want to keep the benefits of playing on the network with the best industry-wide rewards program should contact Intertops to claim their rewards.
Intertops will be matching players’ previous Gold Chips, Gold Cards and Gold Stacks rewards, and new players are eligible for a 110% Sign Up Bonus up to $600 with bonus code ‘600extra’.
To get the rewards, moved players should email: poker@intertops.com with the subject “Loyalty Rewards Matchup”, including their current user ID at Intertops and the previous ID from Doyles Room. Intertops will take care of the rest.
Great news for tournament players is that starting March 27th Intertops will host a $15,000 Guaranteed and a $25,000 Guaranteed tournament every Sunday in the month.
At Intertops, players of every level can always find a cash game to join. Sit n Go and multi-table tournaments are plentiful and start regularly. The bulk of the players are found at No Limit Hold’em at all levels, while the Omaha tables see most action in the $1/$2 level and below.
There are also several freeroll tournaments every day where players can get their bankroll started with no risk at all. With tournaments starting around the clock, players never have to wait long to join in at Intertops.
Intertops Poker has now been part of the Cake Poker Network for a little more than a year and has been enjoying a steady growth in player numbers.
“Players keep telling us that the kind of value they find playing with us exceeds all other networks at the moment, simply because there are less grinders playing,” said an Intertops Poker manager. “Intertops recently celebrated its fifteenth anniversary online. No sportsbook, casino and poker room could stay in business that long without taking exceptionally good care of its customers. Players trust Intertops to make quick, hassle-free withdrawals and offer lots of tables at every level 24/7.”
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Friday, February 18, 2011
Badbeat Sponsored Players Rank in the PokerStars UKIPT Nottingham 2011
Mark Maunsell, 24, was one of two Badbeat.com sponsored poker players to cash in the PokerStars UKIPT Nottingham 2011 which had a record breaking 1,058 entrants and an astounding £529,000 prize pool.
The other Badbeat.com player was Badbeat Managing Director John Conroy, who was eliminated after racing with TT against AK when down to just 15 big blinds, came in 81st and a prize of £1,375.
Mark first joined Badbeat.com as a Sponsored Player in April 2010 starting on a $300 Daily Limit and, with the support and tuition of his personal high-stakes mentor Manuel Palanca, worked his way through the levels to a $3,000 Daily Limit earning himself not only a profitable year with Badbeat.com but was awarded a PokerStars UKIPT ticket for his outstanding performance.
Mark’s mentor, Manuel, commented, “Mark played a fantastic game throughout his two days at the UKIPT Nottingham which sadly came to an end when his QQ ran into AK with the river bringing a King to eliminate Mark and put him in 70th place for a £1,585 prize. I’m still very proud of him for making it this far in such a big tournament.”
Mark Maunsell commented on his game, “This was my biggest live tournament and although it was a little nerve-wracking, my whole game was pretty solid. I just played the two cards in front of me and took it one step at a time.
Mark will be representing Badbeat.com again at the PokerStars UKIPT Manchester in March and you can keep track of him and all the Badbeat players who are entering by following them on Twitter (@BadbeatLimited), Facebook, the Badbeat Blog (blog.badbeat.com) or at www.badbeat.com.
Special Valentine’s Week Prizes will be given away to sponsored poker players from February 14-21st by hitting a Heart Flush or Straight Flush and Champagne to players who hold King and Queen of Hearts at Showdown. Visit www.badbeat.com for further details.
Founded in 2005, Badbeat.com is the original and leading online poker staking business. It is an organisation created to win at poker through the funding and comprehensive support of winning online players. Winning at poker is harder today than it was just a few years ago – and every Badbeat.com player has cutting-edge software tools, a structured development path with advanced learning aides coupled with the knowledge, expertise and support from a pool of world class poker mentors and support staff.
Source: The Gamblogger
The other Badbeat.com player was Badbeat Managing Director John Conroy, who was eliminated after racing with TT against AK when down to just 15 big blinds, came in 81st and a prize of £1,375.
Mark first joined Badbeat.com as a Sponsored Player in April 2010 starting on a $300 Daily Limit and, with the support and tuition of his personal high-stakes mentor Manuel Palanca, worked his way through the levels to a $3,000 Daily Limit earning himself not only a profitable year with Badbeat.com but was awarded a PokerStars UKIPT ticket for his outstanding performance.
Mark’s mentor, Manuel, commented, “Mark played a fantastic game throughout his two days at the UKIPT Nottingham which sadly came to an end when his QQ ran into AK with the river bringing a King to eliminate Mark and put him in 70th place for a £1,585 prize. I’m still very proud of him for making it this far in such a big tournament.”
Mark Maunsell commented on his game, “This was my biggest live tournament and although it was a little nerve-wracking, my whole game was pretty solid. I just played the two cards in front of me and took it one step at a time.
Mark will be representing Badbeat.com again at the PokerStars UKIPT Manchester in March and you can keep track of him and all the Badbeat players who are entering by following them on Twitter (@BadbeatLimited), Facebook, the Badbeat Blog (blog.badbeat.com) or at www.badbeat.com.
Special Valentine’s Week Prizes will be given away to sponsored poker players from February 14-21st by hitting a Heart Flush or Straight Flush and Champagne to players who hold King and Queen of Hearts at Showdown. Visit www.badbeat.com for further details.
Founded in 2005, Badbeat.com is the original and leading online poker staking business. It is an organisation created to win at poker through the funding and comprehensive support of winning online players. Winning at poker is harder today than it was just a few years ago – and every Badbeat.com player has cutting-edge software tools, a structured development path with advanced learning aides coupled with the knowledge, expertise and support from a pool of world class poker mentors and support staff.
Source: The Gamblogger
Texan Wins $20k Jackpot Playing Loose Caboose Online Slot Machine at US-friendly GrandeVegasCasino.com
US-friendly online casino GrandeVegasCasino.com has more than $5 million in progressive jackpots waiting to be won – and that doesn’t even count all the random jackpots available -- so it should come as no surprise that a regular player walked away with more than $20K after an evening of slots just the other night.
Last week Deborah W. from Houston won $20,139 playing the Loose Caboose online slot machine.
“I win a little here and there, but never anything like this!” said Deborah W. “I like to play in slots tournaments, and Loose Caboose is one that Grande Vegas uses for tournaments, so I’ve played it a lot. Just goes to show, you just never know!”
Loose Caboose is a 25-pay line, 5-reel video slot game with a top jackpot of 5000x the line bet, paid out when five Engineer symbols appear on an active pay line. The Caboose is the Scatter symbol and three or more trigger the Cash Train Bonus Game where free spins can be won. Other symbols of trains from the Wild West include an engine, conductor and ticket.
While progressive jackpots require players to spin a specific combination of symbols after placing a maximum bet, the Loose Caboose jackpot – like several others at Grande Vegas, is a “random” jackpot. This means that any player can hit the jackpot any time, regardless of how much they’ve bet or what they spin.
The biggest progressive jackpots at GrandeVegasCasino.com are the biggest jackpot available to American players. Jackpot Pinatas is currently over $1.6 million. Other million dollar jackpots are the Aztec’s Millions ($1.2 million) and the Midlife Crisis/Shopping Spree ($1,055,000). Cleopatra’s Gold is worth over a quarter million.
GrandeVegasCasino.com is famous for its generous bonuses and VIP comps. Players automatically earn 1 free comp point for every $10 wagered. 100 comp points are equivalent to $1 real money that can be wagered or withdrawn.
In addition to their $100 Welcome Bonus, Grande Vegas Casino gives players up to another $200 in deposit bonus money every month (coupon code GRFEB11). Once a month players can also collect up to $140 with the Lifestyle Bonus (coupon code for February: ROMEO). By cashing in on special Monday, mid-month, midweek and “Wild Vegas” bonuses players can get hundreds more in free bonus cash.
Grande Vegas Casino is a state-of-the-art online casino owned by Tigress Management Ltd. It offers hundreds of popular online casino games and several million dollar slot machine progressive jackpots. GrandeVegas.com welcomes players from around the world, including the United States.
Source: The Gamblogger
Last week Deborah W. from Houston won $20,139 playing the Loose Caboose online slot machine.
“I win a little here and there, but never anything like this!” said Deborah W. “I like to play in slots tournaments, and Loose Caboose is one that Grande Vegas uses for tournaments, so I’ve played it a lot. Just goes to show, you just never know!”
Loose Caboose is a 25-pay line, 5-reel video slot game with a top jackpot of 5000x the line bet, paid out when five Engineer symbols appear on an active pay line. The Caboose is the Scatter symbol and three or more trigger the Cash Train Bonus Game where free spins can be won. Other symbols of trains from the Wild West include an engine, conductor and ticket.
While progressive jackpots require players to spin a specific combination of symbols after placing a maximum bet, the Loose Caboose jackpot – like several others at Grande Vegas, is a “random” jackpot. This means that any player can hit the jackpot any time, regardless of how much they’ve bet or what they spin.
The biggest progressive jackpots at GrandeVegasCasino.com are the biggest jackpot available to American players. Jackpot Pinatas is currently over $1.6 million. Other million dollar jackpots are the Aztec’s Millions ($1.2 million) and the Midlife Crisis/Shopping Spree ($1,055,000). Cleopatra’s Gold is worth over a quarter million.
GrandeVegasCasino.com is famous for its generous bonuses and VIP comps. Players automatically earn 1 free comp point for every $10 wagered. 100 comp points are equivalent to $1 real money that can be wagered or withdrawn.
In addition to their $100 Welcome Bonus, Grande Vegas Casino gives players up to another $200 in deposit bonus money every month (coupon code GRFEB11). Once a month players can also collect up to $140 with the Lifestyle Bonus (coupon code for February: ROMEO). By cashing in on special Monday, mid-month, midweek and “Wild Vegas” bonuses players can get hundreds more in free bonus cash.
Grande Vegas Casino is a state-of-the-art online casino owned by Tigress Management Ltd. It offers hundreds of popular online casino games and several million dollar slot machine progressive jackpots. GrandeVegas.com welcomes players from around the world, including the United States.
Source: The Gamblogger
Wednesday, February 16, 2011
iMEGA Study Shows Billion Dollar iGaming Bill Critical to New Jersey Economy
An economic development study released by the Interactive Media Entertainment and Gaming Association (iMEGA) on the economic and fiscal impact of iGaming legislation currently awaiting the signature of New Jersey Governor Chris Christie (R) shows how regulating iGaming could revive the State’s dismal economy. The long-term financial benefits of New Jersey’s Intra-State Internet Gambling Bill (S490) are being heralded as a major catalyst for the recovery of the state’s ailing economy, as well as a launch pad for its employment sector, as the State seeks to become the capital of regulated iGaming in the US.
The report, entitled “Potential Economic and Fiscal Impacts of the Proposed New Jersey Intra-State iGaming Bill,” was submitted to iMEGA by Econsult Corporation a public policy and economics consulting firm. The report assesses the considerable economic and fiscal impact of the proposed regulation in New Jersey.
According to the economic development study the mechanics of the proposed Bill will see the long-term creation of up to 57,000 new jobs (employees earning up to $2 billion in personal income) contributing to a potential $7 billion in gross iGaming yield. This will provide an estimated $472 million in total New Jersey tax revenues for a state in dire need of relief from an onerous budget deficit.
The shorter-term impacts would see “increased economic activity, employment, demand for commercial office space and tax revenues” and would account for between £210 million to $250 million in gross gaming yield. This will bring in $55 million in tax revenue while providing around 2,000 new jobs in the sector. And when you consider that all of the quoted figures are based on poker and casino games alone, the scope to the opportunity awaiting New Jersey is further emphasised.
Joe Brennan Jr, iMEGA Chairman, explained; “The economic benefit has the potential to extend far beyond the available gaming tax yield.”
“What has made this compelling for New Jersey is the opportunity for job creation in a high-tech sector, as well as the ability to attract significant investment dollars to the state. New Jersey wants to be the capital of iGaming, and with all of the infrastructure, workforce, regulatory and location advantages, it very well could be.”
The long-term benefit for New Jersey, is seen in the report as the State’s “first mover” advantage in becoming the business hub for a nation-wide iGaming industry. The report states: “Successful enactment of the proposed legislation could generate economic and fiscal benefits that far exceed those associated with an intrastate system. In particular, passage of this legislation could allow New Jersey to become the business hub of a burgeoning new industry, exporting services to and generating income from gamers throughout the country.”
The news comes as the State of New Jersey’s debt has been downgraded by Standard & Poor to AA- from AA, making it one of the seven lowest rated states in America. The new negative rating could make government borrowing or refinancing more expensive for taxpayers and adds to a much under-funded pension scheme.
Signing the iGaming bill into law may now appear to be more of a priority than the Governor’s office had first anticipated. Earlier this month, Governor Christie learnt that the deficit he faces as he creates his first budget could be anywhere between $8 billion and $11 billion.
Source: Gamblogger's Biz Blog
Source: Gamblogger's Biz Blog
Wednesday, February 9, 2011
New LoveYourSlots.com Powered by GTECH G2 Instant Win Games Platform
8 Ball Games Ltd, will feature instant play, instant win games from GTECH G2 on its new LoverYourSlots.com site. The Guernsey-based online bingo operator has operated LoveYourBingo.com in the UK for 18 months.
LoveYourSlots.com is built on GTECH G2's Instant Game Platform which will enable the operator to easily add new games from GTECH G2 as well as other instant game suppliers.
“We felt GTECH G2 offered the best selection of the type of top performing games that our players will like,” said Jeremy Bygrave of 8Ball Games, a leading marketer of online gaming and owner of the Love Your Slots brand. “We needed a bespoke solution for our unique business model and with their creativity and flexibility we’ve managed to create a very unique and appealing offering.”
“We have an extensive library of instant games and we’re adding new material all the time,” said William Scott, VP Commercial, GTECH G2. “Our library currently covers a full range of themes and game types, including branded content from leading companies such as PopCap and Endemol. Instant play games are perfect for the kinds of casual players that 8Ball Games attract. I’m sure they’ll do well with them and we look forward to providing them with new games as they become available.”
GTECH G2's Instant Games proposition takes two forms, a state of the art platform on which to launch and manage instant games to maximum effect and a content library from which to choose proven and successful games regardless of platform choice. The GTECH G2 Games Room is at the heart of a successful instant game proposition. It is the engine room that enables games to be quickly and easily launched, managed and enhanced.
GTECH G2 is the only interactive gaming software and services provider that can supply a complete end-to-end solution including lottery, poker, sports betting, bingo, casino, skill games, instant games and back office systems to commercial and state-run operators.
LoveYourSlots.com is built on GTECH G2's Instant Game Platform which will enable the operator to easily add new games from GTECH G2 as well as other instant game suppliers.
“We felt GTECH G2 offered the best selection of the type of top performing games that our players will like,” said Jeremy Bygrave of 8Ball Games, a leading marketer of online gaming and owner of the Love Your Slots brand. “We needed a bespoke solution for our unique business model and with their creativity and flexibility we’ve managed to create a very unique and appealing offering.”
“We have an extensive library of instant games and we’re adding new material all the time,” said William Scott, VP Commercial, GTECH G2. “Our library currently covers a full range of themes and game types, including branded content from leading companies such as PopCap and Endemol. Instant play games are perfect for the kinds of casual players that 8Ball Games attract. I’m sure they’ll do well with them and we look forward to providing them with new games as they become available.”
GTECH G2's Instant Games proposition takes two forms, a state of the art platform on which to launch and manage instant games to maximum effect and a content library from which to choose proven and successful games regardless of platform choice. The GTECH G2 Games Room is at the heart of a successful instant game proposition. It is the engine room that enables games to be quickly and easily launched, managed and enhanced.
GTECH G2 is the only interactive gaming software and services provider that can supply a complete end-to-end solution including lottery, poker, sports betting, bingo, casino, skill games, instant games and back office systems to commercial and state-run operators.
Monday, February 7, 2011
New Features at Bidibot Give New Bidders Better Chance of Winning Poker Credits
Just like poker, winning a Bidibot penny auction takes both luck and strategy. Since it can take some practice and learning to bid and win against more experienced bidders, Bidibot has incorporated some special features just for newbies. Auctions designated “Max Bids” and “Unlucky Bidders” and “No Bot” help level the playing field. Limits on number of auctions won now make it possible for even more poker and casino game players to buy credits for a fraction of their value.
“We want to accommodate all kinds of customers so, based on feedback we’ve received, we’ve implemented some important changes,” said poker pro and Bidibot founder John Tabatabai. “Win limits and specially designated auctions help ensure everyone has a fair chance of winning.”
Bidibot is an online penny auction site that auctions credits at popular online poker and casino sites. $25, $30 and even $50 in credits usually sell for less than $5. With such incredible bargains to be had, competition can be fierce and many bidders have developed smart strategies. The site does have a “Strategy” section to help new bidders develop their own winning strategy while win limits and special auctions give them an opportunity to hone their bidding skills.
Maxbid auctions, for example, are designed to restrict the number of bids placed per user, reducing the competition and giving new bidders a better chance of winning. The maximum number of bids allowed is illustrated on the Max Bids icon. And Unlucky Bidder auctions are open only to bidders that have never won a Bidibot auction. These auctions are a great place to start bidding against other newcomers.
This week special auctions for Valentine's offer a wide range of consumer goods including televisions, iPods and cameras plus vouchers for Top Shop and spa breaks – and they’ll all likely sell for pennies on the dollar.
Bidibot auctions credits for leading poker and casino sites including Poker Stars, UltimateBet, 888Poker, Absolute Poker, Titan Poker, Victory Poker, JackpotCity, JackpotJoy, Sportsbook.com, PartyBingo and DiceArena. Chilipoker, RPM and Slotland credits are also now available at the only online penny auction site for gamblers.
“We want to accommodate all kinds of customers so, based on feedback we’ve received, we’ve implemented some important changes,” said poker pro and Bidibot founder John Tabatabai. “Win limits and specially designated auctions help ensure everyone has a fair chance of winning.”
Bidibot is an online penny auction site that auctions credits at popular online poker and casino sites. $25, $30 and even $50 in credits usually sell for less than $5. With such incredible bargains to be had, competition can be fierce and many bidders have developed smart strategies. The site does have a “Strategy” section to help new bidders develop their own winning strategy while win limits and special auctions give them an opportunity to hone their bidding skills.
Maxbid auctions, for example, are designed to restrict the number of bids placed per user, reducing the competition and giving new bidders a better chance of winning. The maximum number of bids allowed is illustrated on the Max Bids icon. And Unlucky Bidder auctions are open only to bidders that have never won a Bidibot auction. These auctions are a great place to start bidding against other newcomers.
This week special auctions for Valentine's offer a wide range of consumer goods including televisions, iPods and cameras plus vouchers for Top Shop and spa breaks – and they’ll all likely sell for pennies on the dollar.
Bidibot auctions credits for leading poker and casino sites including Poker Stars, UltimateBet, 888Poker, Absolute Poker, Titan Poker, Victory Poker, JackpotCity, JackpotJoy, Sportsbook.com, PartyBingo and DiceArena. Chilipoker, RPM and Slotland credits are also now available at the only online penny auction site for gamblers.
iMEGA Chairman Joe Brennan Jr Considers Last Week’s New Jersey Vote for Exchange Betting Important First Step in Creating American iGaming Hub
In signing bills (A-2926 and S-2229) to legalise exchange betting and pari-mutuel wagering on Monday of this week, Governor Chris Christie has given the green light to the legalisation of exchange betting; a peer-to-peer wagering platform brought to prominence by exchange operators such as Betfair (who acquired TVG in 2009).
iGaming experts hope this is a precursor to the complete modernisations of New Jersey’s gaming industry, which is hoped to include an Internet Gambling bill (S3167) that is expected to be signed into law before the end of March.
iMEGA Chairman, long-standing advocate and campaigner for regulated iGaming in New Jersey, Joe Brennan Jr, explained that Governor Christie’s efforts could help position the state as an example of modern gaming in America and as a hub for a future iGaming industry.
“By endorsing the exchange wagering bill, Governor Christie is showing the kind of leadership that can turn New Jersey into the centre of iGaming in the US,” he said. “Hopefully, exchange wagering will become one part of a suite of iGaming offerings that NJ-based firms can offer to state residents, and eventually, the rest of the country.”
Sponsored by New Jersey General Assembly Democrats Craig Coughlin, John Burzichelli and Annette Quijano, A-2926 has been designed to boost interest in horseracing in the state and permits the New Jersey Racing Commission to issue a licence to the New Jersey Sports and Exposition Authority that would allow it to operate a betting exchange.
S-2229 was sponsored by New Jersey General Assembly Democrats John McKeon and Connie Wagner and permits racetrack permit holders to provide for a single pari-mutuel pool for each running or harness horse race.
Governor Christie said in a statement, “These measures represent the next steps in following through on my administration’s commitment to securing a strong, independent and self-sufficient horseracing industry in New Jersey. We are providing new tools to help the industry implement new strategies, generate additional revenues and capitalise on interest in horseracing around the state.”
iGaming experts hope this is a precursor to the complete modernisations of New Jersey’s gaming industry, which is hoped to include an Internet Gambling bill (S3167) that is expected to be signed into law before the end of March.
iMEGA Chairman, long-standing advocate and campaigner for regulated iGaming in New Jersey, Joe Brennan Jr, explained that Governor Christie’s efforts could help position the state as an example of modern gaming in America and as a hub for a future iGaming industry.
“By endorsing the exchange wagering bill, Governor Christie is showing the kind of leadership that can turn New Jersey into the centre of iGaming in the US,” he said. “Hopefully, exchange wagering will become one part of a suite of iGaming offerings that NJ-based firms can offer to state residents, and eventually, the rest of the country.”
Sponsored by New Jersey General Assembly Democrats Craig Coughlin, John Burzichelli and Annette Quijano, A-2926 has been designed to boost interest in horseracing in the state and permits the New Jersey Racing Commission to issue a licence to the New Jersey Sports and Exposition Authority that would allow it to operate a betting exchange.
S-2229 was sponsored by New Jersey General Assembly Democrats John McKeon and Connie Wagner and permits racetrack permit holders to provide for a single pari-mutuel pool for each running or harness horse race.
Governor Christie said in a statement, “These measures represent the next steps in following through on my administration’s commitment to securing a strong, independent and self-sufficient horseracing industry in New Jersey. We are providing new tools to help the industry implement new strategies, generate additional revenues and capitalise on interest in horseracing around the state.”
Thursday, February 3, 2011
iGB Affiliate Awards 2011 Winners Announced
iGaming Business congratulates the 15 winners of the iGB Affiliate Awards 2011. The winners are:
- Best Affiliate Manager; James Wood, Bet365
- Best Affiliate Program; Bet365.
- Best Affiliate Network; Income Access
- The Lou Fabiano Award for the Best iGaming Community; GPWA
- Best Affiliate Program Newcomer; Go Wild Affiliates
- Best Affiliate Newcomer; BettingPro
- Best Payment System; Moneybookers
- Best Innovation in the iGaming Industry; ValueChecker.co.uk
- Best Casino Affiliate; CasinoCity.
- Best Poker Affiliate; PokerStrategy
- Best Sports Betting Affiliate; Oddschecker.com
- Best Bingo Affiliate; BingoPort
- Best Non-Traditional Affiliate; Affiliate Guard Dog
- Best Overall Affiliate; PokerStrategy
- Outstanding Contribution to the iGaminjg Industry; Dominique, GamesandCasino.com
The evening’s festivities, held on the 27th of January at The Brewery in London, recognises the rising stars in the iGaming Affiliate industry and acknowledges this year’s innovative and high performing companies. A notable winner was Bet365 who went home with the highly coveted awards of the Best Affiliate Manager and Best Affiliate Program.
“The iGB Affiliate Awards are always a truly memorable event, however the awards last week were an event that neither I nor my team will ever forget”, stated James Wood, Affiliates Operations Manager at www.bet365.com. “The affiliate team at bet365 work extraordinarily hard, aided by great inter-departmental support, fantastic technology and outstanding products. To be recognised for these consistent efforts is an honour. Suffice to say, winning the Best Affiliate Program Award is testament to the hard work we put in every day. To be recognised individually for the Best Affiliate Manager award is a very proud moment for me, and has only served to inspire me to develop our affiliate programme even further. I would also like to congratulate each and every one of the other winners, well done.”
Returning winners PokerStrategy were recognised again this year for their superb efforts as affiliates within the industry with a website that encourages high conversions, easy navigation and a large volume and quality of players.
“We just want to say thank-you to everyone who voted for us”, said Dominik Kofert, CEO at www.PokerStrategy.com ‘It was an incredible feeling for the whole team to hear we had won and to be recognized for our efforts. We’ve won two years in a row now, so we now have a good benchmark to make sure we stay on top over the next year – we are aiming to win again in 2012!’
The awards were voted then judged against a set of strict criteria’s for each of the categories. Each judging panel consisted of independent experts to ensure that the integrity of the Awards was upheld. The specific experts were invited according to the judging criteria of each award to give their expert opinion on chosen areas, for example; landing page professionals, SEO gurus, branding experts etc… A full list of the judge’s summary and comments on each of the winners can be found on www.igbaffiliateawards.com/content/winners-revealed.
- Best Affiliate Manager; James Wood, Bet365
- Best Affiliate Program; Bet365.
- Best Affiliate Network; Income Access
- The Lou Fabiano Award for the Best iGaming Community; GPWA
- Best Affiliate Program Newcomer; Go Wild Affiliates
- Best Affiliate Newcomer; BettingPro
- Best Payment System; Moneybookers
- Best Innovation in the iGaming Industry; ValueChecker.co.uk
- Best Casino Affiliate; CasinoCity.
- Best Poker Affiliate; PokerStrategy
- Best Sports Betting Affiliate; Oddschecker.com
- Best Bingo Affiliate; BingoPort
- Best Non-Traditional Affiliate; Affiliate Guard Dog
- Best Overall Affiliate; PokerStrategy
- Outstanding Contribution to the iGaminjg Industry; Dominique, GamesandCasino.com
The evening’s festivities, held on the 27th of January at The Brewery in London, recognises the rising stars in the iGaming Affiliate industry and acknowledges this year’s innovative and high performing companies. A notable winner was Bet365 who went home with the highly coveted awards of the Best Affiliate Manager and Best Affiliate Program.
“The iGB Affiliate Awards are always a truly memorable event, however the awards last week were an event that neither I nor my team will ever forget”, stated James Wood, Affiliates Operations Manager at www.bet365.com. “The affiliate team at bet365 work extraordinarily hard, aided by great inter-departmental support, fantastic technology and outstanding products. To be recognised for these consistent efforts is an honour. Suffice to say, winning the Best Affiliate Program Award is testament to the hard work we put in every day. To be recognised individually for the Best Affiliate Manager award is a very proud moment for me, and has only served to inspire me to develop our affiliate programme even further. I would also like to congratulate each and every one of the other winners, well done.”
Returning winners PokerStrategy were recognised again this year for their superb efforts as affiliates within the industry with a website that encourages high conversions, easy navigation and a large volume and quality of players.
“We just want to say thank-you to everyone who voted for us”, said Dominik Kofert, CEO at www.PokerStrategy.com ‘It was an incredible feeling for the whole team to hear we had won and to be recognized for our efforts. We’ve won two years in a row now, so we now have a good benchmark to make sure we stay on top over the next year – we are aiming to win again in 2012!’
The awards were voted then judged against a set of strict criteria’s for each of the categories. Each judging panel consisted of independent experts to ensure that the integrity of the Awards was upheld. The specific experts were invited according to the judging criteria of each award to give their expert opinion on chosen areas, for example; landing page professionals, SEO gurus, branding experts etc… A full list of the judge’s summary and comments on each of the winners can be found on www.igbaffiliateawards.com/content/winners-revealed.
Up to $300 Re-load Bonus at Intertops Poker This Weekend
There's more than one way to build up your bankroll. Winning is one of course! But this weekend Intertops Poker is making it even easier by giving a special Reload Bonus doubling players’ deposits (up to $300). This is a limited bonus offer valid February 4th to 8th. The US-friendly online poker site’s bonus includes 2 free Gold Chips that can easily be redeemed for prizes and free tournaments.
To claim their Reload Bonus and free Gold Chips, players must enter Reload Bonus code “Q1” when prompted during their deposit. The bonus and Gold Chips will be available immediately in their account. Bonus details are posted on the Promotions tab on the site.
It’s also Super Bowl Sunday this weekend – and Intertops’ last Super Sunday Tournament where an official NFL jersey goes to the winner. The Super Sunday Tournament is located under the “Scheduled” tab in the tournament lobby and begins at 2:00 pm EST. Buy–in is $30 + $3.
At Intertops, players of every level can always find a cash game to join. Sit n Go and multi-table tournaments are plentiful and start regularly. The bulk of the players are found at No Limit Hold’em at all levels, while the Omaha tables see most action in the $1/$2 level and below.
There are also several free roll tournaments every day where players can get their bankroll started with no risk at all. With tournaments starting around the clock, players never have to wait long to join in at Intertops.
Intertops Poker has now been part of the Cake Poker Network for a little more than a year and has been enjoying a steady growth in player numbers.
“Players keep telling us that the kind of value they find playing with us exceeds all other networks at the moment, simply because there are fewer grinders playing,” said Intertops’ Poker Manager. “Intertops recently celebrated its fifteenth anniversary. No sportsbook, casino and poker room could stay in business that long without taking exceptionally good care of its customers. Our players trust us to make quick, hassle-free withdrawals and offer lots of tables at every level 24/7.”
To claim their Reload Bonus and free Gold Chips, players must enter Reload Bonus code “Q1” when prompted during their deposit. The bonus and Gold Chips will be available immediately in their account. Bonus details are posted on the Promotions tab on the site.
It’s also Super Bowl Sunday this weekend – and Intertops’ last Super Sunday Tournament where an official NFL jersey goes to the winner. The Super Sunday Tournament is located under the “Scheduled” tab in the tournament lobby and begins at 2:00 pm EST. Buy–in is $30 + $3.
At Intertops, players of every level can always find a cash game to join. Sit n Go and multi-table tournaments are plentiful and start regularly. The bulk of the players are found at No Limit Hold’em at all levels, while the Omaha tables see most action in the $1/$2 level and below.
There are also several free roll tournaments every day where players can get their bankroll started with no risk at all. With tournaments starting around the clock, players never have to wait long to join in at Intertops.
Intertops Poker has now been part of the Cake Poker Network for a little more than a year and has been enjoying a steady growth in player numbers.
“Players keep telling us that the kind of value they find playing with us exceeds all other networks at the moment, simply because there are fewer grinders playing,” said Intertops’ Poker Manager. “Intertops recently celebrated its fifteenth anniversary. No sportsbook, casino and poker room could stay in business that long without taking exceptionally good care of its customers. Our players trust us to make quick, hassle-free withdrawals and offer lots of tables at every level 24/7.”
Tuesday, February 1, 2011
Intertops Sportsbook Picks the Packers to Stop the Steelers at Super Bowl XLV on Sunday
Intertops Sportsbook favors the Aaron Rodgers and the Green Bay Packers (-145) to beat the Pittsburgh Steelers (+125) at Super Bowl XLV in Arlington, Texas on Sunday. The world’s first online sportsbook is offering dozens of betting propositions on the USA’s biggest game of the year, a special $100 deposit bonus and the chance to win $5000 in February.
Intertops bookmakers predict that the leader of the pack Rodgers (+150) is more likely to be named Super Bowl MVP than his Steelers’ counterpart Ben Roethlisberger (+300). Other bets on the quarterbacks include Net Passing Yards and Number of Interceptions.
"Roethlisberger and Rodgers have both been in dominant form this season,” noted an Intertops Sportsbook manager. “Roethlisberger already has two Super Bowl rings, but we expect Rodgers to handle the pressure on his Super Bowl debut.”
The Super Bowl is the biggest single sports betting event of the year and Intertops Sportsbook has dozens of wagering propositions including First Scoring Play, First Touchdown Scorer, Team to Score First, First Turnover, Highest Scoring Half and Quarter, Longest Punt, Longest Field Goal, and Total Tackles Made by AJ Hawk, Charles Woodson, Clay Matthews, Desmond Bishop, James Farrior, James Harrison, Lawrence Timmons, Nick Collins, Ryan Clark and Troy Polamalu.
With the Black Eyed Peas playing at half time, Intertops bookmakers have had some fun naming some special bets after many of their hits. The “Just Can’t Get Enough” bet puts odds on Ben Roethlisberger scoring three or more touchdowns in the first half at +750. The “Rock That Body” offer puts Aaron Rodgers’ chances of being sacked 4 or more times in the first half at +700.
In addition to a comprehensive line-up of Super Bowl betting propositions, Intertops is giving away loads of free money. Between now and Sunday’s kick-off they’re adding 20% (up to $100) to all deposits. Also, every customer who wagers at least $10 in the Intertops Sportsbook every day during the month of February is automatically in the draw for a $5,000 prize with no rollover requirements! And if the game goes to overtime, Intertops will refund all Total Number of Touchdowns Scored bets.
Last month, Intertops celebrated the fifteenth anniversary of the day it took the world’s very first online sports bet. Since then many brands have come and gone but Intertops is still one of the most trusted igaming operators in the world. The internet’s first sportsbook continues to welcome players from around the world and is known for quick, hassle-free deposits and withdrawals and excellence in customer service. Intertops also operates a US-friendly online casino with more than 300 games and some of the biggest jackpots available anywhere, as well as one of the world’s most popular online poker rooms.
All odds are valid as of today but subject to change.
Intertops bookmakers predict that the leader of the pack Rodgers (+150) is more likely to be named Super Bowl MVP than his Steelers’ counterpart Ben Roethlisberger (+300). Other bets on the quarterbacks include Net Passing Yards and Number of Interceptions.
"Roethlisberger and Rodgers have both been in dominant form this season,” noted an Intertops Sportsbook manager. “Roethlisberger already has two Super Bowl rings, but we expect Rodgers to handle the pressure on his Super Bowl debut.”
The Super Bowl is the biggest single sports betting event of the year and Intertops Sportsbook has dozens of wagering propositions including First Scoring Play, First Touchdown Scorer, Team to Score First, First Turnover, Highest Scoring Half and Quarter, Longest Punt, Longest Field Goal, and Total Tackles Made by AJ Hawk, Charles Woodson, Clay Matthews, Desmond Bishop, James Farrior, James Harrison, Lawrence Timmons, Nick Collins, Ryan Clark and Troy Polamalu.
With the Black Eyed Peas playing at half time, Intertops bookmakers have had some fun naming some special bets after many of their hits. The “Just Can’t Get Enough” bet puts odds on Ben Roethlisberger scoring three or more touchdowns in the first half at +750. The “Rock That Body” offer puts Aaron Rodgers’ chances of being sacked 4 or more times in the first half at +700.
In addition to a comprehensive line-up of Super Bowl betting propositions, Intertops is giving away loads of free money. Between now and Sunday’s kick-off they’re adding 20% (up to $100) to all deposits. Also, every customer who wagers at least $10 in the Intertops Sportsbook every day during the month of February is automatically in the draw for a $5,000 prize with no rollover requirements! And if the game goes to overtime, Intertops will refund all Total Number of Touchdowns Scored bets.
Last month, Intertops celebrated the fifteenth anniversary of the day it took the world’s very first online sports bet. Since then many brands have come and gone but Intertops is still one of the most trusted igaming operators in the world. The internet’s first sportsbook continues to welcome players from around the world and is known for quick, hassle-free deposits and withdrawals and excellence in customer service. Intertops also operates a US-friendly online casino with more than 300 games and some of the biggest jackpots available anywhere, as well as one of the world’s most popular online poker rooms.
All odds are valid as of today but subject to change.
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