Author: Pal Hastings

Online Casinos Gain Most Web Traffic

The internet is full of all sorts of interesting activities to take part in, but online gambling has emerged as the most popular of all. According to a new study, statistics show that interest in online gambling has increased greatly over the past year, as online casinos have become some of the most-visited sites on…

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New From OLG CA: Poker Lotto!

The newest product from the Poker OLG takes a brand new approach to instant lottery tickets! OLG Poker Lotto is a new and innovative way for Ontario residents to win thousands of dollars instantly. The game was launched on Tuesday, September 7 with more than 200 000 tickets sold. The new game is geared towards…

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European Companies Take First Steps Towards American Market

Now that the French online gambling market has opened itself up to international casino operators, the next market to conquer belongs to the United States. PlayTech has already put itself in the opportune position to enter the market, and now others are following suit. The latest company to reposition itself is European Wagering Services, a…

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Online Gambling Regulator Raises $68 Million to Go Green

It is not often that you hear about online gambling companies spending their money on good causes, but it is becoming an increasingly popular trend. Online casinos are some of the most profitable businesses on the internet and operators are discover the value of using their money to help others. The latest organization to announce…

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Changes to Gambling Laws Could Generate Millions for Soccer Leagues

Next week, the European Court of Justice will decide on the legality of German’s sports betting monopoly. If Germany’s interstate gambling treaty is deemed illegal, German soccer clubs will be able to cash in on the country’s betting industry, which is currently worth $7.8 billion. A decision to overturn the law could boost teams’ income…

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Mobile Gambling to Reach Peak in 2015

With an increasing number of smart phone users taking part in mobile gaming, the trend of mobile gambling has emerged. Although it is still catching on, industry experts predict that by the 2012, players from all over the world will be playing online slots and other casino games from their phones. Today, mobile phones are…

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American Company Launches Gambling App for Blackberry

iPhones and iPad have been the main focus of the online gambling industry lately, as several online gambling developers have launched casino applications for these devices lately. But there are dozens of smartphones on the market, such as Blackberries and Android. They take up a large portion of the mobile gaming budget, but have been…

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Online Poker Traffic Increases

It seems that France’s new online gambling laws have certainly have a positive impact on the industry overall. PokerScout has revealed that online poker traffic increased by 1.3% during the last week of August, indicating that the industry is on an upswing due to the changing online gambling laws in various countries. While the market…

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Promotions Galore, In Honour of Lord of the Rings Slots

It is rare that the launch of an online slots game creates a huge buzz in the online gambling world, but the upcoming release of the Lord of the Rings slots has players and operators extremely excited. The game has been set to launch on September 10 at various Microgaming-powered casinos across the web, and…

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Hurricane Puts Online Gambling Hub in Danger

Most online casino operators choose to base their operations at offshore locations, like tropical islands. They can avoid paying hefty taxes and circumvent gambling laws in countries like Canada and the United States. However, great risks on involved – as offshore locations are vulnerable to storms that could wipe out entire online gambling operations. This…

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