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Report Shows Video Game Activity in Canada Up by 46%

A recent report on CBC.ca shows that video game consumption is way up in Canada. In the six months between August 2011 and February 2012, Canadians purchased over 77 million video games, demonstrating that the market is taking off in a big way across the country. The results were published by research firm NPD Group.…

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Online Gambling Generates $20 Million in Quebec

Quebec was the second province in Canada to launch its own online gambling website, regulating its activities via Loto Quebec, the province’s lottery monopoly. Statistics have recently been released, highlighting the contributions of the province’s online gambling website, EspaceJeux, to the total revenue of the lottery commission. According to a recent report, EspaceJeux helped to…

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Microgaming Football Slots Just in Time for Euro 2012

This year’s Euro Football tournament is turning out to be one of the most exciting events yet. While there have been some upsets, things seem to be going to plan, as Germany continues to crush the competition. As you would expect from any major sporting event, online gambling websites are busy processing the bets of…

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BCLC Fraud Prevention Doesn’t Measure Up

This year, the BCLC’s Lotto 6/49 game is celebrating its 30th anniversary; however, the occasion is not solely joyous. Instead of commemorating the anniversary, it has brought light to the fact that the lottery system is still vulnerable to fraud. According to a recent review, the fraud prevention systems recently put in place only partially…

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Zynga Launches Social Gambling Application

Zynga Slots is the latest offering from Zynga Casino, the gaming operator’s social gambling offering. It is a mobile application available for iOS devices like the iPad, iPhone and iPod, which provides players with access to online slots games in a social gaming setting. "Zynga Slots brings the thrill of Las Vegas slot machines to…

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Wasaga May Get A New Casino

Wasaga Beach is a popular attraction for local residents. While many tourists have yet to discover this lovely destination, it is frequented mostly by visitors from Toronto and the rest of the GTA. The beach is host to a number of scenic hotels and restaurants, but it lacks a wide range of adult entertainment offerings.…

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Google+ Experiences Social Gaming Problems

It was only a matter of time before Google + fell behind in the social media race. From the get-go, internet users were sceptical about the platform but tested it out anyways. It wasn’t long before the social networking site fell to the wayside, with Facebook and Twitter taking over yet again. Now, Google+ is…

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Casino Rama Ad Conveys Questionable Message

Casino Rama is known for its commercials, depicting the fun and excitement of gambling. They often verge on glamourizing gambling, but few viewers are ever offended. The operator’s latest ad, however, has ruffled some feathers, conveying the message that adults should ditch their friends and family and head to the casino instead. The new advertisement…

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PlayTech Makes Social Gaming Deal

Social gaming is emerging as a valuable market in the world of online gambling. More and more online casino developers are beginning to work with social gaming companies to expand their reach in the online world. The latest company to coin a deal of this type is PlayTech, which is now working with Skywind Holdings.…

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