When it comes to online gaming, its most common usage is for entertainment purposes. The solve puzzles and shoot bad guys to pass the time or as a leisurely hobby. However, a new purpose for online gaming has emerged, as doctors and pharmaceutical companies are using games to help patients through their treatment for a…
Read moreThe social networking market is booming, but website operators are always looking for some new and interesting to engage players. While gaming has become a popular aspect for Facebook users, online dating websites are now testing out new and innovative apps, presenting users with a new way to connect online. Match.com is leading the way…
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Earlier this year, the Ontario Lottery and Gaming Corporation announced that it would be modernizing its lottery services. In addition to launching an online gambling website, the lottery regulator also made a number of other plans that would help to move the OLG forward and bring it up-to-date with other local lotteries like the BCLC…
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Last week, Finance Minister Dwight Duncan announced that Ontario Place would not be an ideal location for the new GTA casino. While you would normally think that is a setback for the development of the new casino, OLG Chairman Paul Godfrey does not believe that the revelation will hinder the plans for the potential construction…
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Controversy over the possible construction of a new casino in Toronto has inspired a local Toronto politician to draw up a bill that would require a referendum to be held in the event of any gambling-related proposals. Bill 76: Ensuring Local Voices in New Casino Gambling Development Act was sponsored by MP Monte McNaughton and…
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According to recent reports, Bobbi Kristina Houston – daughter of the late Whitney Houston – was caught gambling at a casino in Las Vegas. Being just 19-years-old, she is two years too young to be gambling in Las Vegas. An investigation into the matter has been launched. Bobbi Kristina was in town attending the Billboard…
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Caesars Casino in Windsor is making plans to compete with two new casinos that will be opening in Ohio this month. The casino plans on continuing to attract customers from the state, despite the fact that they will have other options closer to them. The casino will mainly rely on its loyalty plan to keep…
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When you purchase a used video game, the game’s publishers and developers do not see a profit. The money you spend on used games goes directly to the retailer, so publishers like Xbox and Sony have a vested interest on banning used video game sales. However, the measure seems excessive, especially given that online gaming…
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Last week, thousands of Canadians crossed the border to purchase lottery tickets for the biggest Mega Millions draw ever. Originally only open to American residents, the draw was recently made available to Canadians, causing an influx of activity at the border last week. Unfortunately, the prize did not go to a lucky Canadian; instead, it…
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Video Lottery Terminals (VLTs) and slot machines have become popular in Canadian casinos. There are even several venues in Ontario dedicated solely to offering electronic gaming to players. However, the OLG has determined that these locations are simply not profitable enough to keep open. As such, the Ontario Lottery and Gaming Corporation has decided to…
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