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The Scottish Government has allowed 900 betting shops in Scotland to reopen as of 29th June 2020, after being closed for over 3 months due to the Covid-19 pandemic.’Draconian restrictions’However, last minute restrictions imposed by the Scottish Government, including removal of chairs and switching off machines with no live racing streamed have come under fire…
A Lancashire NHS Carer has became an instant millionaire after scooping a cool £1m on an instant win game while playing at PlayOJO online casino.The player, who is in her twenties and chosen to remain anonymous has beaten odds of 1 in a million chance of winning the jackpot after cashing out the star prize…
Evolution Gaming are gunning for their rivals NetEnt in an all-stock acquisition valued at $2.1 Billion. The deal would see both companies merging to form the largest market leader globally in the online casino industry.$2.12 Billion Price TagSwedish Based Evolution traded on the Nasdaq Stockholm exchange and specialise in the creation of digital, live casino…
In an official statement yesterday, UK prime minister Boris Johnson addressed the nation once again after making the decision to lift more lockdown restrictions. As of July 4th hairdressers, pubs, restaurants, hotels and museums are permitted to open their doors.No Mention of CasinosUnfortunately, the list didn’t include gambling venues including casinos who had to close…
The Betting and Gaming Council (BGC) have announced a group of its members including Paddy Power, Kindred, Ladbrokes, Bet365 and Betvictor have raised a total of £250, 000 to be gifted to various charities.Charities To BenefitThe Britannia Stakes race which ran last Thursday 18th June, saw profits raised donated to various charities including Marie Curie…
Isle of Man based software giant Microgaming announced this week they have welcomed Las Vegas-based SpinPlay Games to its roster of independent Studio partners.SpinPlay Games are a relatively new software developer after launching February 2019 by a group of mathematicians. Their prime focus is developing online casino games with the math model driving their designs.Roman…
Hot on the heels of recently released Hot shots, software provider iSoftBet have released something a little different with Night Queen. The eerily spooky, highly volatile video slot is played across 5 reel, 20 payline with RTP set at 96.26%.About Night QueenWith its gothic, New England theme, Night Queen has an atmospheric feel full of…
It’s been announced Spain are to ease restrictions on gambling advertising which have been in place during the pandemic. The ban was put in place to protect the most vulnerable from problem gambling habits during lockdown. But, there will be new restrictions on the way operators advertise their product.New Royal DecreeJune 10th saw a new…
Loot Boxes have come under a great deal of scrutiny lately, deemed as a potential gambling product available to young people. The department of Digital, Culture, Media and Sport (DCMS) are investigating the features which are present in some of the most popular games under 18’s are playing, including Fifa.Loot BoxesLoot Boxes allow players to…
Isle of man based software developer Microgaming have released a line up of what’s to come during the month of June. Fishing, the Roman Empire, Football and Fantasy are some of the latest slot themes set to delight players this month.Their growing team of independent studios have exclusively designed each game.Line Up Of New TitlesKicking…
Leading UK software and games provider iSoftBet have released the highly anticipated Hot Shots 2, sequel to the original Hot Shots slot. Lace up your boots, put your best foot forward and aim to score big wins in this innovative sequel.Ultra Bet FeatureIncluded in the football-focused slot is iSoftBet’s innovative Ultra Bet feature where players…
Ukraine based software developer Evoplay Entertainment have announced their latest football themed, instant game, Penalty Shoot-Out.Perfect For Football FansWith the cancellation of Euro 2020, players can immerse themselves in this highly innovative instant game, perfect for football fanatics across the globe.Penatly Shoot-Out is not a traditional slot game as there are no reels. This instant…
After almost three months of no training or playing football due to the global pandemic, Premier League football have set a provisional date of 17th June 2020 for the league to resume, but only after all safety requirements are met.Safety Requirements Must Be MetThe Premier League clubs agreed the date but only if new safety…
Leading Swedish software supplier NetEnt have release their latest branded slot based on an iconic arcade game, Street Fighter II: The World Warrior by Capcom. Featuring eight original characters, the slot reproduces battle mechanics, the same as in the original arcade game.Choose Your FighterPlayer’s choose a character to fight opponents and as the reels spin…
After a tax tribunal took place last month, a ruling found major betting operators had been overcharged VAT by HMRC on Fixed Odd Betting Terminals (FOBT’s) for at least eight years.Claim Overpaid TaxWilliam Hill and GVC are in a position to claim back overpaid taxes from HMRC to the tune of £350m, after casinos and…
Party Casino are inviting players to a special event as they introduce their exclusive Megaways slot developed by Blueprint Gaming. Party Casino Megaways is one of many Megaways slots developed by Blueprint, but this one can only be found at Party Casino.About The SlotWith up to 117,649 ways to win Party Casino Megaways is a…
Software giant NetEnt have announced the release of their first slot featuring a brand new mechanic named Infinireels. Gods of Gold: Infinireels marks the launch of NetEnt’s groundbreaking bet ways mechanic, where a new reel is added after each win and betways multiply by x3.Unlimited ReelsPlayers embark on a journey of adventure and intrigue as…
Microgaming have announced it’s latest jackpot payout after a player won a huge €7,784,425.63 playing Atlantean Treasures Mega Moolah, the first mega jackpot payout since the games release in February 2020.Another Millionaire MadeThe lucky player was spinning the reels at River Belle Casino when they bagged the huge jackpot playing the Atlantean Treasures Mega Moolah…
Ladbrokes Coral owner GVC Holdings have made a commitment to continue its ongoing support in the protection of vulnerable gamblers during the lockdown measures imposed on the UK.Changes In Gambling HabitsAlthough sports betting is virtually non existent at the moment due to the postponement of most sporting events globally, the United Kingdom Gambling Commission (UKGC)…
Last night, Boris Johnson addressed the nation and unveiled a staged plan for easing lockdown and restarting the economy but mentioned nothing on any proposed plans to re-start professional sports despite various media speculation.Some Restrictions EasedIt was revealed some restrictions would be lifted including the restriction on the amount of exercise a person can have…
