The Tour De France is the biggest event in the cycling world, as dozens of the best cyclists from around the world to compete for glory. This year’s event is expected to be one of the most exciting competitions ever, as titans clash and controversy runs rampant. This year, the big story involves Lance Armstrong…
Read moreFrance’s online gambling market has caused a great deal of controversy throughout the online casino industry. Many operators have decided to withdraw from the market, stating that the country’s regulations are too strict, and now PlayTech has jumped on the bandwagon. On July 29 at midnight, PlayTech banned all French players from registering at playing…
Read moreCalifornia’s online gambling legislation has been a hot topic for Online Casinos Pro, as we fully supported the initiative. However, the bill was rejected after Senator Roderick Wight cancelled the Senate Governmental Organization Committee’s vote. While online gambling legislation in California generate a great deal of much-needed revenue for the state, the bill met with…
Read moreFirst Nation groups in British Columbia are taking a cue from the Kahnawake natives in Quebec. By opening their own regulatory body in the province, their goal is to reclaim some of the gambling market share, which is currently dominated by British Columbia’s government. Over $1 billion was earned by the BC government last year,…
Read moreSocial Networking is one of the best ways for business owners to network with other major players in their industry. Unfortunately, many affiliates and operators have yet to realize the vast potential there is for networking on social media websites like Twitter and Facebook. Because of their misguided attempts to solicit business using social networking,…
Read moreThis year’s World Cup has been full of upsets by underdogs, and no one in the sportsbetting world knows what to think about the results. Handicappers and oddsmakers are at a loss, especially after Italy’s abysmal performance in yesterday’s game against Slovakia. World Cup 2010 has become one of the most talked about events this…
Read moreIn 2007, Anielski Management began its study on the impact of gambling in Nova Scotia. Its goal was to examine the socio-economic effects of the activity. The first draft was delivered to Nova Scotia’s Alcohol and Gaming Division in mid-2009; 6 months later, the research firm invoiced the division for its work but rather than…
Read moreThis year’s World Cup in South Africa has been full of surprises, as millions of football fans around the globe have been shocked out of their seats at the number of upsets that have taken place. Online sportsbooks are especially frustrated at this year’s results as they are losing quite a bit of money. The…
Read moreShortly after China announced its crackdown on World Cup gambling, Malaysia has taken a similar route, arresting hundreds of people for taking part in illegal soccer betting since the tournament began two weeks ago. Malaysia’s blitz has not yet reached the height of China’s but it is expected to get more serious and vigorous over…
Read moreThe passing of Barney Frank's online gambling legislation was expected to be a sure thing, but as the bill gets closer to becoming a law, more land-based casino operators are voicing their opposition. However, one operator is showing its support and has no been shy about it - Harrah's, one of the biggest casino operators…
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