The global wagering company, Betfair, has answered a special Australian government committee’s call for submissions to comment on the country’s online gambling industry, and said that it wholly supports the introduction of a legal and regulated industry. The Productivity Commission will examine the submissions, institute public hearings and submit a comprehensive report to the government
Royal Joker Casino Celebrates First Big Win
The new online casino launched by Intertops gaming site, Royal Joker Casino, has announced its first big win that is sure to get other players flocking to see what all the fuss is about. The Microgaming powered Royal Joker Casino awarded Michael P. over $90,000 for winning at the super slots game, Break da Bank,
PPA Sets Aside Millions to Lobby Congress
The Poker Players Alliance (PPA), the pro online poker grassroots group, has announced that it has raised $3 million that will be used directly to lobby Congress to undo the Unlawful Internet Gambling Enforcement Act. Former Senator Alfonse D’Amato, who acts as chairman of the 1 million member strong group, said that the time
D’Amato Shows Support for Frank’s Bill
The Head of the Poker Players Alliance in the United States, one of the most vocal groups to support the legalization of online poker in the country, has written an op-ed letter to the Washington publication, The Hill, reiterating his group’s support for Rep. Barney Frank’s efforts to introduce pro-gambling legislation. D’Amato was responding to
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Betfair Becomes Official ECB Betting Partner
UK sportsbetting giant, Betfair, has announced that it has become the official betting partner of the English and Wales Betting Board (ECB), just in time for the exciting cricket season that kicks off in the summer months. The deal with ECB means maximum exposure for Betfair, including at eight Test match grounds where the company
Five Day Winning Spree at Yukon Gold Casino
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Parlay Teams with NextGen Gaming
The Australian-based NextGen Gaming has entered into a lucrative deal with industry leading Parlay Entertainment to supply the latter with a range of flash games. The games will be incorporated into Parlay’s superb gaming system, to allow the company to expand its game portfolio and offer players an even greater range of gaming opportunities.
AFL Asks for In Betting
Australia may see some changes in its gambling laws if the AFL has its way. The group has asked the government to consider changing the Interactive Gambling Act that prohibits in-betting during live games. The AFL believes that since in-betting is allowed telephonically, it should also be allowed over the internet. In a submission to
Jadestone Wins Gambling Industry Award
Jadestone, the industry leading software supplier, has been told that its new DiceArena brand has won the Gambling Online Magazine Top Innovation Award for 2008. DiceArena, a sister product to the company’s popular GameArena, currently incorporates Shoot the Moon and Dice ‘em Hold, with plans to add more games in the coming months. “We've
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