Casino giant sets up new online venture
Posted on 28 May 2009 at 10:05 by Gavin Smith
The world's biggest casino operator has founded a new division charged with developing opportunities for online European gaming.Betastic says an EGaming review magazine report named Harrah's Entertainment, saying the new venture will be called Harrah...
Gambling programmes can appear at night on three UK TV channels
Posted on 28 May 2009 at 10:05 by Gavin Smith
Three commercial television channels in the UK have been given the green light to broadcast teleshopping programmes at night, including transactional gambling.The UK media watchdog, Ofcom, said the decision would help the channels ITV, Channel 4, and...
Malaysian gaming firm sells shares in Singapore unit
Posted on 28 May 2009 at 10:05 by Gavin Smith
The owners of Malaysian gaming company Genting Bhd have sold around nine per cent of shares in its Singapore unit to raise $425 million, according to reports.The news agency Reuters said 853.8 million Genting Singapore shares went for S$0.72 per shar...
More firms expected to bid for Foxybingo
Posted on 28 May 2009 at 10:05 by Gavin Smith
Two more companies are expected to submit bids for the online gaming firm which owns UK online hit Foxybingo.According to the Times, PartyGaming and 888 Holdings are to be among the final bidders for Cashcade, which is part owned by Independent News ...
Firms set to compete for Australian gaming opportunities
Posted on 28 May 2009 at 10:05 by Gavin Smith
An international scrap looks likely to break out as gaming companies bid to buy lotteries, wagering licences, and betting agencies being sold by Australian regional governments.The Financial Times reports New South Wales, Tasmania and Victoria are of...
'Only my second time' says craps record breaker
Posted on 28 May 2009 at 10:05 by Gavin Smith
An American woman has smashed the record for the longest craps roll, reaching four hours and 18 minutes at a casino in Atlantic City, New Jersey.The associated press (AP) said Patricia Demauro set the record at the Borgata Hotel Casino & Spa, betteri...
Four-year high in UK online gaming numbers
Posted on 28 May 2009 at 10:05 by Gavin Smith
The UK's online gambling community has reached a boom period with current player numbers the highest they have been in the last four years.Intergame Online reports a survey published by the Gambling Commission reveals 9.9 per cent of Brits have gambl...
Ukrainians protest after government bans gambling
Posted on 28 May 2009 at 10:05 by Gavin Smith
More than 2,000 people took to the streets in Ukraine after politicians drafted a law which will ban gambling in the country for several months.Onlinecasinoreports said both ruling and opposition officials drew up the rule ahead of new legislation wh...
Planning boost for £35 million Yarmouth casino proposal
Posted on 28 May 2009 at 10:05 by Gavin Smith
A £35 million new casino plan for Yarmouth has got through its final planning requirement and now needs only a licence and final council approval.The Norwich Evening News reports the planned venue has been approved by Go East, a regional development ...
Baccarat player 'lost $1.5 million in 43 minutes'
Posted on 22 May 2009 at 11:05 by Gavin Smith
A property developer suing an Australian casino found his pockets more than AUS $2 million (US$1.5 million) lighter after 43 minutes at a card table, a court heard.AFP reports Harry Kakavas, who is pursuing a case against Melbourne's Crown Casino, is...
Officials scrutinise high-profile joint casino venture
Posted on 22 May 2009 at 11:05 by Gavin Smith
A partnership between an American gaming firm and one of the biggest names in gambling in Macao could be under threat after a recommendation by regulators.The Financial Times reports officials in New Jersey have said MGM Mirage should be "directed to...
Bookmaker may fall short of e-gaming profit prediction
Posted on 20 May 2009 at 10:05 by Bev Freeman
A leading UK bookmaker looks set to miss its predictions on e-gaming profits as it faces increasing competition from all sides.Ladbrokes has been hit by online competitors, other rivals in the sports betting market, and the worsening economic climate...
Month-long bonus plan for members of affiliate system
Posted on 20 May 2009 at 10:05 by Bev Freeman
Affiliates who are in a casino operator's programme will be able to earn up to £150 in sign-up bonuses for the month of May.Members of Genting Stanley's Circus Casino affiliate programme, gentingaffiliates.com, will be able to earn the player sign-up...
Gaming firm gets more time to work on debt
Posted on 20 May 2009 at 10:05 by Bev Freeman
A gaming operator has revealed it has reached an agreement over getting more time to work on the restructuring of its debt.Reuters reports Station Casinos issued a filing with the US Securities and Exchange Commission, detailing a deal with lenders a...
Anti-betting corruption panel starts to take shape
Posted on 18 May 2009 at 08:05 by Gavin Smith
An MP has become one of the first people expected to be part of a new body charged with improving investigations into corruption allegations related to sports betting.The Norwich Evening News reports MP Ian Gibson was named by sports Minister Gerry S...
Casino firm seeks to recover cash from 'chips in socks' croupier
Posted on 18 May 2009 at 08:05 by Gavin Smith
A casino firm has served a writ on a croupier caught stuffing gaming chips into his socks, alleging he stole £250,00 and £300,000 from the company.The Daily Mail reports Wayne Wagner was given a 15 month prison sentence last October after he admitted...
'Pace of change' prompted review of rules for overseas gaming firms
Posted on 18 May 2009 at 08:05 by Gavin Smith
The pace of technological change and a 'desire for a fair deal' is behind moves to review the rules governing internet gaming operators, ministers have said.The UK government has announced a review of the rules governing overseas gambling firms who a...
Success for bookmaker-software firm partnership
Posted on 18 May 2009 at 08:05 by Gavin Smith
A gaming software company's decision to partner up with a bookmaker looks to have paid off after it reported a huge rise in gross income.Playtech, which entered into an internet venture with William Hill last year, registered a 46 per cent year on ye...
Clergyman opposed to Solihull casino plans
Posted on 18 May 2009 at 08:05 by Gavin Smith
Church leaders have criticised a plan for a new casino in part of Birmingham, saying it could lead to an increase in problem gambling.The Solihull News says Father Patrick Gerard, a curate at St Alphege Parish Church, is concerned about the idea of a...
US casino firm claims lender tried to "destroy" its new resort
Posted on 14 May 2009 at 09:05 by Gavin Smith
The company building an ambitious new Las Vegas casino resort has accused one of its lenders of "seeking to destroy" the project to minimise competition with another scheme.Fontainebleau Las Vegas altered a $3 billion (£2 billion) lawsuit against a g...
Frank proposals on US web gaming 'could take 18 months'
Posted on 13 May 2009 at 09:05 by Gavin Smith
America's approach to online gambling could be in for an unpredictable period again after a new bill introduced last week by Barney Frank.The Chairman of the US House of Representatives Financial Services Committee has announced the first step in a p...
Betfair boss hits out at blocking moves of Dutch government
Posted on 11 May 2009 at 10:05 by Gavin Smith
More details have of emerged of a bold legal challenge made by an online betting operator to the Dutch government.Betfair, based in Hammersmith, London, lodged an action after officials in Holland told banks not to process payments made by Dutch cust...
Bath set to decide on casino application process
Posted on 11 May 2009 at 10:05 by Gavin Smith
Officials are due to get together this week to discuss the process of approving a casino opening in a southern UK city, after a number of operators showed interest.The Bath Chronicle reports Bath and North East Somerset Council will consider their ne...
UK aims to strengthen anti-corruption stance
Posted on 08 May 2009 at 10:05 by Gavin Smith
The British government's approach to fighting corruption in sport looks set for extra reinforcements following concerns the Gambling Commission has not dealt with the issue.The Daily Telegraph reports the sports minister, Gerry Sutcliffe, will appoin...
Betting firm lays down legal challenge to Dutch government
Posted on 08 May 2009 at 10:05 by Gavin Smith
A London-based internet betting company is taking the Dutch government to court as it battles to ensure customers across the continent get access to its markets.Betfair, based in Hammersmith, cannot operate in many nations which refuse to grant the f...
Battle lines drawn in proposal to overturn US online gaming ban
Posted on 08 May 2009 at 10:05 by Gavin Smith
A democrat representative is pushing on with his plan to introduce a bill which would legalise internet gaming in America.Barney Frank, who is chairman of the house financial services committee, has drawn up legislation which would overturn the curre...
Casino Operator sees wider loss in first quarter
Posted on 07 May 2009 at 10:05 by Gavin Smith
A major casino operator has recorded a wider first quarter loss compared to a year ago as revenue struggled and expenses went up.However, the associated press (AP) reports the Las Vegas Sands figures are better than Wall Street had predicted.For the ...
Rays of recovery hope in US gaming sectors
Posted on 07 May 2009 at 10:05 by Gavin Smith
The online gambling sector, particularly in America, could be set for a recovery period and resurgence, commentators have claimed.Despite the global slowdown, some online casinos and sports books could be seeing a recovery soon as more customers appe...
Britain's love affair with online poker sees big winners and losers
Posted on 07 May 2009 at 10:05 by Gavin Smith
In Britain online poker now means business. Big business. And just about everyone you can think of is getting in on the act.Newspaper the Independent has just launched its own poker league in a joint venture with Virgin Poker, while encouraging peopl...
Slump fails to deter some online casino operators
Posted on 07 May 2009 at 10:05 by Gavin Smith
Some internet casino and poker operators have declared themselves confident about the sector's long-term outlook despite the global economic slump.888 Holdings reported disappointing trading in March, but gave a positive outlook, the Financial Times ...
UK sports minister outlines review of offshore casino operators
Posted on 07 May 2009 at 08:05 by Gavin Smith
The UK's sports minister has spoken of his department's plans to review rules for Britain's overseas-based gambling firms.Gerry Sutcliffe gave details of a joint plan from the Department for Culture, Media and Sport and the Gambling Commission which ...
New online casino goes for ultimate interactivity
Posted on 07 May 2009 at 08:05 by Gavin Smith
An online casino operator has launched a new site designed as a "far more interactive experience" than other typical formats in the sector.The Club World Group took the wraps off Lucky Red Casino and said gamers would be able to see and select games ...
Beacon bingo may go back to Thomas family
Posted on 07 May 2009 at 08:05 by Gavin Smith
The Beacon Bingo chain could be brought back under the wing of Simon Thomas after he was quoted as saying a buyback could be on the cards.Mr Thomas was quoted by the Independent as saying: "I am tempted to look at Beacon, yes – but not yet."A deal th...
New challenge to America's online gambling ban
Posted on 07 May 2009 at 08:05 by Gavin Smith
America's controversial ban on online gambling could find its number is up after officials proposed a new bill which would overturn it.The Daily Telegraph reports Barney Frank, chairman of the US House of Representatives Financial Services Committee,...
Online casino undergoes facelift
Posted on 07 May 2009 at 08:05 by Gavin Smith
An online casino has undergone a facelift after enjoying a period of growth in the UK market.The www.supercasino.uk.com website brought in the changes to update its site information and features.The web pages include news, reviews and bonuses from a ...
Review of UK's online gaming firms comes under fire
Posted on 01 May 2009 at 13:05 by Gavin Smith
Bookmakers have criticised UK government plans to review regulations on overseas-based internet gaming operators, saying they are overlooking the issue of taxation of offshore firms.The proposals mean overseas companies who advertise in the UK could ...
Offshore casino firms may face UK levies
Posted on 01 May 2009 at 12:05 by Gavin Smith
New UK rules could be brought in meaning gaming companies based overseas would have to pay millions of pounds towards support for horseracing and research into addiction.The Financial Times reports ministers are mulling the move after MPs complained ...
Internet casino firm launches new microgaming site
Posted on 01 May 2009 at 12:05 by Gavin Smith
An online casino group has launched another microgaming casino to add to its portfolio.Online casino news said Linx Media had developed linxcasino.com, with more than 400 games and big jackpots.Ben C of Linx Casino, quoted by Online Casino News, said...
Cards for a good cause at London casino
Posted on 01 May 2009 at 12:05 by Gavin Smith
A London casino is hoping to raise money in aid of a good cause with a 24-hour poker tournament.The Grosvenor Victoria London announced the poker marathon for Saint John's Hospice and said it will see a tournament starting every four hours on Thursda...
