Gambling Operators Scared to Complain Against UKGC, APBGG Investigate

Gambling Operators Scared to Complain Against UKGC, APBGG Investigate

The All-Party Betting and Gaming Group (APBGG) have received concerns from a group of gambling operators claiming they were ‘too scared’ to share their concerns about the United Kingdom Gambling Commission (UKGC). Due to the nature of the complaints, the APBGG is to open an investigation into the UKGC.It comes after years of complaints against…

Pragmatic Play Reveals Drop Pots with three Progressive Jackpots

Pragmatic Play Reveals Drop Pots with three Progressive Jackpots

Pragmatic Play, a leading content provider to the iGaming industry has just announced its new jackpot feature to further enhance bingo players’ gaming experience.Drop Pots feature a three-layered jackpot, UPS, and strategies it’s an exclusive game only found on Pragmatic Play’s Network room and not be available elsewhere.Three Progressive JackpotsThe jackpot is unique and can…

Red Tiger Launches First NFT Based slot NFT Megaways

Red Tiger Launches First NFT Based slot NFT Megaways

Evolution’s content partner Red Tiger Gaming has announced the release of the world’s first online slot game NFT Megaways integrating non-fungible tokens.About NFT MegawaysEvolution bought four CrytoPunk artworks 914, 3008, 4701, and 8143 early this year, and these make their debut in NFT Megaways, incorporating 6 reels, 7 rows, and Megaway’s mechanic in a pixilated…

Play N Go Reveal Backstory to Reactoonz Series with Dr Toonz Release

Play N Go Reveal Backstory to Reactoonz Series with Dr Toonz Release

Play N Go is a multi-award-winning software supplier to the iGaming industry. To date one of the most popular series of slots is Reactoonz featuring the cool but slightly mad Dr. Toonz. Dr. Toonz created Reactoonz so Play N Go has decided to dedicate a brand-new prequel to the Reactoonz series with the back story…

888 Snaps up William Hill’s European Business for £2.2bn

888 Snaps up William Hill’s European Business for £2.2bn

What seemed like the longest bidding war ever, 888 Holdings bid of £2.2bn to purchase William Hill’s European business including 1,400 betting shops within the UK has finally been accepted.US casino giant Caesars Entertainment has agreed to sell the European arm of William Hill after its £2.9 bn takeover of the company in April. Caesars…

Videoslots Player cashes in a Huge €3,898,637.78 Playing Microgaming’s Brand New Slot Poseidon Ancient Fortunes WowPot Megaways

Videoslots Player cashes in a Huge €3,898,637.78 Playing Microgaming’s Brand New Slot Poseidon Ancient Fortunes WowPot Megaways

A Swedish player couldn’t believe their luck after scooping a huge €3,898,637.78 playing Microgaming’s latest progressive jackpot slot Poseidon Ancient Fortunes WowPot Megaways at Videoslots online casino.Huge Win 4 Days After Slot Goes LiveOn August the 23rd 2021, only four days, yes that’s four days after the new title launched on Microgaming’s progressive jackpot network…

Yggdrasil News: New Content Deal and Game Release

Yggdrasil News: New Content Deal and Game Release

Yggdrasil, a leading supplier of top-quality content to the worldwide iGaming industry has inked a deal to supply online operator Betway its full suite of games including titles from its third-party content providers via its Master’s program.BetwayBetway is a long-established online sports betting and casino brand operating globally and also sponsor major sports including UK…

Tory MPs Blasted for Accepting Gifts from Gambling Firms

Tory MPs Blasted for Accepting Gifts from Gambling Firms

Two Tory MPs have come under scrutiny by the Liberal Dems after accepting hospitality gifts from gambling companies, despite the revision of the UK’s Gambling Act still ongoing.Accepted Sporting GiftsLiberal Democrats have condemned Tatton constituency members Esther McVey and husband Philip Davis for accepting many gifts from gambling operators to sporting events throughout a two-month…

Irish Bookmakers Association Agree to Amendments to Code of Practice for Safe Gambling

Irish Bookmakers Association Agree to Amendments to Code of Practice for Safe Gambling

The Irish Bookmakers Association (IBA) has agreed upon two new amendments to its code of practice for safer gambling. First a ban on credit card usage in retail shops and online and a pre-watershed ban on advertising live sport.Major Operators on BoardThe latest set of amendments to the code shows commitment by industry leaders with…

Sinn Fein Calls for Irish Government to Ban Gambling Ads

Sinn Fein Calls for Irish Government to Ban Gambling Ads

Irish republican and democratic socialist party Sinn Fein has called on the Irish Government to ban TV ads promoting gambling during the watershed and also lambasted the government for doing nothing to prevent gambling problems.Outlined ProposalsSinn Fein has clearly outlined a series of proposals to aid the industry’s regulation on addiction, recovery, and wellbeing according…

Pragmatic Play Launches Sizzling Beachball Blast Bingo

Pragmatic Play Launches Sizzling Beachball Blast Bingo

Pragmatic Play, a leading content provider to the iGaming industry, has launched a summer version of its iconic Bingo Blast, played out on a sandy beach.Summer VibeBeachball Blastis the fun in the sun version of its originator, artfully designed to give you the vibes of a pleasant day at the beach, littered with palm trees, sailboats, starfish,…

SkillOnNet Casinos Receive Red Rake Gaming Content

SkillOnNet Casinos Receive Red Rake Gaming Content

Players at SkillOnNet Casinos such as PlayOJO, PlayMillion, and SpinGenie can access Red Rakes’s full suite of slots and video bingo games.Red Rake is the latest developer to provide SkillOnNet platforms with a huge portfolio of games popular with players around the globe. The addition of Red Rake’s suite of games will further bolster SkillOnNet’s…

Microgaming Transport you Back to Westeros with Game of Thrones Power Stacks

Microgaming Transport you Back to Westeros with Game of Thrones Power Stacks

We’re heading back to Westeros once again as Microgaming’s collaboration with Slingshot Studios presents the second instalment of branded slot Game of Thrones Power Stacks.About Game of Thrones Power StacksFans of the hit series Game of Thrones will be pleased to see the return of well-known characters Jon Snow, Sansa Sharp, the Night King, Tormund…

Ministers Describe Sports Betting VIP Schemes as ‘Immoral’ and could Face the Axe

Ministers Describe Sports Betting VIP Schemes as ‘Immoral’ and could Face the Axe

As the Gambling Act, 2005 faces ongoing review, government ministers are considering banning sports betting VIP schemes described in their own words as Immoral, and fuelled gambling addiction according to a Daily Mail report.’Not going far enough’The Gambling Act review, due to conclude later on this year has brought to light the impact VIP schemes…

National Lottery License Timeline Extended by the UKGC

National Lottery License Timeline Extended by the UKGC

The United Kingdom Gambling Commission (UKGC) have delayed the fourth license for the National Lottery for the second time allowing more consideration for the applicants.The current contract lays with Camelot and will now be extended for a further six months. The fourth license is set to begin in February 2024. The second phase of the…

Bidding War Hotting up For William Hill’s Non US Operations

Bidding War Hots up For William Hill’s Non US Operations

It was back in April 2021, when Caesars Entertainment bought out William Hill in a $4 billion deal, and since, Caesars made the decision to sell off all operations outside of the US.Hot on the heels of 888 Holdings, Betfred and Apollo Global Management are German Sports betting firm Tipico, the latest company rumoured to…

Pragmatic Launch £1M Cash Prize Giveaway Shared Each Month Until November 2021

Pragmatic Launch £1M Cash Prize Giveaway Shared Each Month Until November 2021

Pragmatic Play a leading content provider to the iGaming Industry has pulled out all the stops with their latest £1M Drop & Wins cash prize giveaway. The giveaway pays out each month until November 2021.The monthly cash prizes will be split into two pots, a £500K for online slot prizes and a £500K prize pot…

X Factor Winner James Arthur admits Gambling Addiction Spiralled During Lockdown

X Factor Winner James Arthur admits Gambling Addiction Spiralled During Lockdown

UK songwriter and musician James Arthur has admitted to spending upwards of £370 every few hours on gambling apps whilst lockdown commenced last year. The award-winning musician felt he’d ‘got carried away’ after the isolation of lockdown and social distancing.Lockdown AddictionsArthur revealed at the beginning of lockdown he became addicted to playing online poker on…