Archive for January 2010

In the online casino world, there are thousands of slots games waiting to make that one lucky player a little bit richer. While all casino game developers strive to create a large pool of games that plays out regularly, Microgaming has set itself ahead of everyone else – especially this week, as all of the biggest online slots jackpots were provided by Microgaming machines.

The online gambling industry develops at an impressive rate, as operators continuously attempt to outdo each other in terms of software and technology. Trying to replicate the exciting land-based experience is at the top of the list of priorities for software developers and when live dealer games were developed, the industry seemed to reach its peak. However, Microgaming has yet again found a way to one-up everyone else – with brand new live dealer applications that have somehow found a way to replicate the land-based industry even more faithfully.

The same month that the casino industry reported their worst year (2009) since 1997, New Jersey’s senator passed legislation that will allow regulated online gambling in the state.

Daytime television is a thing of the past for stay-at-home moms. The newest trend in how they spend their leisure time is online casinos. Social networking has brought women, both European and International, to their computers and they are discovering that they like it better.

US Gambling Laws Updated

While avid online gamblers, especially those in the US, are keeping a close eye on the campaign for licensed online casinos and regulated online gambling, two new important factors have become known. First, the bill proposed by Representative Barney Frank to license, regulate and tax online gambling will be voted on in February 2010.

The Kahnawake Gaming Commission (KGC) works out of Mohawk territory in Quebec. They have recently been criticized for not allowing their casinos to be rated by e-Commerce Online Gaming Regulation and Assurance (eCOGRA). On top of this, they will participate in ongoing monitoring by the review company. As they learned, part of operating a successful online casino means opening the doors to scrutiny.

Not long ago, Kentucky Governor Steve Beshear attempted to seize the domain names of all online casino operators in the state. He claimed that all 141 sites were operating illegally but before he could go through with his motion, the Appeals Court put an end to his plans. This battle is an indication of how divided the country is when it comes to online gambling.

As far back as anyone can remember, gambling has always seemed to be a man’s game. It is a common belief that women stick to slots, bingo and playing the lottery while men play games with higher stakes like poker and other popular table games. However, online gambling is shifting this attitude, almost eliminating it completely, as the female popular of online casino players continues to grow steadily.

Playtech is one of the leading software providers in the world. Like all the other gaming software companies, they have been waiting patiently for the US to regulate online gambling. This will open up a whole new market of online casino operators who will need a software company to develop games for them.

Over the course of the past month, there has been quite a bit of speculation surrounding Loto Quebec’s desire to venture into online gambling, but the rumours have finally been confirmed. This week, Loto Quebec has submitted a request to the federal government which, if approved, would allow them to enter into an online gambling partnership with B.C. Lottery Corporation.

The popular poker room known as doylesroom.com will be holding a great bounty tournament tonight that will go to help victims of the terrible earthquake that has recently hit Haiti and has destroyed the lives of more than 1.2 million people leaving over 200,000 people killed and many more dying because of the magnitude of this natural disaster.

Now is a good time for players to join Mummy’s Gold Online Casino. The well-known site has a history of providing players with competitive promotions and sign-up bonuses.

A study done by a Canadian doctorate student at Cornell University shows that people who gamble are more likely to lose money if they win a few hands.

The gambling industry is not just for people trying to win money or pass some time. Several casino operators are setting up dummy or “no-play” tournaments that allow players to donate to the disaster relief in Haiti. Haiti was at the centre of an earthquake that registered a 7.0 on the Richter scale last Tuesday, January 12th.

We all know and love the classy, mysterious James Bond, a secret agent who has captured the hearts movie fans across the world. While the popular movie character acted as an ambassador for men everywhere, the female popular was left without a similar role model. Now, Microgaming has decided to fill the void by creating a character named Jane Blonde, a female counterpart for the dashing 007.

Sega was once a popular video gaming company but with the new and updated gaming systems such as PlayStation and Xbox, they have been out of circulation for awhile.

It is no secret that the recession last year significantly affected many countries. No one was immune to it and now governments have the job of digging out of the mess and finding a way to improve the economy by putting money back into wherever it’s needed and providing jobs for the many people who lost theirs.

Online slots are some of the most popular games in the online casino world. As such, they have completely saturated the market, leaving players with literally hundreds of slot machines to choose from. While offering great jackpots and payouts is a great way to gain new players, equipping an online slots game with an interesting theme has proved itself to be a much more successful tactic for driving players to specific online casinos.

Online betting sites are currently taking bets for who will play Spiderman in the 4th instalment of the saga. Tobey Maguire played the starring role in the first three movies but has been rumored to decline the opportunity to be in the 4th one. Interestingly, the director has also chosen to leave production and will not be doing the film this time around.

Real Time Gaming is a leading software provider for online casinos known for great gaming concepts and high quality graphics. They recently launched a new slot game called Wok and Roll on several different online casinos and are excited about how it has been received.

It is not a secret that the United States is torn between regulating online gambling and implementing the Unlawful Internet Gambling Enforcement Act (UIGEA). Arizona’s senator is strongly opposed to online gambling and although he is not the only one who disagrees, he is drawing criticism from both the Conservatives and Liberals with his childish behavior.

Microgaming was founded in 1994 and has since become a leader in online casino software. Through their expertise and excellent reputation they have made themselves a top choice for casino operators and players.

Snowy weather has always been seen as somewhat of a hindrance to business owners, as customers are restricted from getting out of their houses – thereby causing them to spend less money on the goods and services that many companies have to offer. In recent years, however, online companies have seen an opposite effect, with winter weather causing more people to seek out entertainment in the online realm. One of the biggest industries to benefit from this shift was online gambling.

Indiana is setting a precedent with the recent law that is coming into effect concerning any casino winnings.

For Canadian online casino players, there is a variety of casinos and games to choose from. The problem then, comes from having so much choice. What casinos cater to Canadians? Which offer the best promotions, match deposits and sign-up bonuses?

Gambling is a great hobby and can be a lot of fun. It can, however, become a problem when players get in over their heads. There are certain red flags that all players should know to watch out for, that indicate when the situation can get out of hand.

Back in August, when the BC government increased its per week online gambling limits from $120 to $9999 on it’s PlayNow website, Minister Rich Coleman claimed that it was his decision to do so. However, a new exposé by The Tyee indicates that he may have exaggerated about his role during the decision making process.

People in India have been gambling for hundreds of years and now investors and government officials are beginning to understand the size of the industry. It is estimated that online gambling in India is worth around $5 billion.

The race has begun to find Toronto’s new mayor and the candidates are eager to prove their worthiness. The general theme seems to be about proving they can solve Toronto’s monetary problems. One candidate in particular suggested starting a new lottery and opening a casino.

When it comes to sports betting and big payouts, online casinos have land-based casinos beat. Most of Las Vegas’ casinos are owned by MGM Mirage or Harrah’s and they collect a large part of a player’s winnings. This makes it hard for players to search out a casino that pays out more because so many of the casinos are run by the same operator. That is where online casinos come in.

Spin Palace online casino is well-known in the online gambling industry, especially in North America. The casino offers a variety of promotions and bonuses throughout the year. Spin Palace just announced their plans for the January 2010 promotions and players will not be disappointed.