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Malta based company Videoslots.com, have become the largest online casino in the world after adding it’s 3,500th game. The latest game added is Grand Spinn, and comes from leading Swedish software provider NetEnt.NetEnt’s Grand SpinnGrand Spinn is the latest release from the popular provider, offering all the glamour and glitz of an art deco era…
It seems the United Kingdom Gambling Commission, (UKGC) are forever in the news lately over various concerns for the gambling industry in the UK.Three subjects up for scrutiny are the National Lottery, credit card betting and concerns over video gaming.ConcernsThe current age limit in the UK for playing the National Lottery currently stands at 16,…
Bet365 have become the latest bookmaker to integrate its betting markets across The Racing Post’s free IOS Mobile app.IOS Mobile AppRacing Post customers already have access to Ladbrokes Coral, Paddy Power, and William Hill content on the mobile app, the new integrated inventory allows punters to bet on horse and greyhound racing via their Bet365…
A report by GambleAware has found significant links between problem gambling and suicide, with people with a gambling problem are six times more likely to have suicidal thoughts, or try to commit suicide than the general population.GambleAware are calling upon the Government to do more to help with an ever-growing gambling problem within the UK.Suicide…
It’s the last day of the iGB Live! in Amsterdam and Microgaming have chosen to showcase up coming slot, Jungle Jim and The Lost Sphinx, the latest epic adventure of this iconic character.Stormcraft StudiosDesigned exclusively for Microgaming by Stormcraft Studios, an independent studio who have successfully developed titles such as Fortunium, Dragon Shard and Agent…
Following the announcement this week that Paddy Power are to become the official shirt sponsor for Huddersfield Town FC, fans are far from happy with the new 2019/2020 kit, but is all as it seems?’Fake’Terriers fans took to twitter over the kit, which features the Paddy Power logo slashed diagonally across the front of the…
Last month, Microgaming announced another collaboration with fledgling games development studio PearFiction Studios, with the aim of designing innovative and unique games, exclusively for the software giant.Keen to be at the top of their game in slot design innovation, Microgaming are constantly on the look out for fresh, new studios that stand out from the…
Gaming Innovation Group (GIG) have temporarily suspended brands, Rizk and Guts sportsbook in Sweden, due to being fined for providing customers the chance to bet on matches featuring under 18 players.Further Clarification NeededThe Swedish Gambling Authority fined GIG, SEK 3.5 Million (£350,000) for failing to comply with Swedish gambling regulation. As a result of ‘interpretations’…
Swedish Software developer NetEnt are renowned for their creative, innovative games and this year alone we have seen some fantastic new slots released, which have proved ever-popular with players and enthusiasts alike.Last week we saw NetEnt release their first jackpot slot for 2019, Mercy Of The Gods. July 24th, will see the second jackpot slot…
Red Tiger Gaming recently inked a deal to supply a wide selection of it’s slot games to newly launched online Casino, Wildz.comThis is the first online casino to be premiered by Rootz Limited, who are based in the Isle Of Man. They recently gained a license from the Malta Gaming Authority. The new casino will…
Mathew Waters, a 37 year hospital employee from Derby, England, fraudulently duped girlfriends out of thousands of pounds to fund his gambling habits a court has heard.Waters was sentenced to serve 1 year and 10 months in prison, after the trial at Exeter Crown court.Left BankruptOne of the victims became bankrupt after transferring thousands of…
Evolution Gaming are one of the world-leading providers of Live Casino content within the gaming industry. Side Bet City is Evolutions latest poker variant. Find yourself transported back to the 80s with bright neon colours and a typical Las Vegas City vibe.PaytableIn this fast-paced poker variant you play against a pay table rather than a…
BGO Entertainment, a Guernsey based operator have launched Microgaming’s most popular games content across its platform.Having a wealth of experience in the iGaming industry, BGO successfully operate popular brands including, BGO.com, Vegas Luck, Power Spins and Chilli.com, all regulated in UK and European markets.Access To Popular GamesWith Microgaming’s impressive portfolio of games on board, players…
With gambling in the UK becoming an ever increasing problem, particularly with young or underage gambling, the NHS are looking at a nationwide expansion of up to 14 Clinics to tackle gambling related problems in children and young adults.Gambling Rise In TheYoungThe Gambling Commission have reported there are over 55,000 children who have gambling related…
With pressure mounting on gambling firms to step up and take more responsibility for problem gamblers, Five of the largest UK gambling firms have agreed to up there tax levy from 0.1% up to 1% over the next five years.’Bribe’William Hill, GVC, Bet365, Sky Bet and Paddy Power who own Flutter Entertainment have all agreed…
Royal Ascot 2019 kicked off yesterday in spectacular style. Despite rainy weather, the turn out was fantastic with the Queen and members of the Royal family looking absolutely stunning. Today is the second day of racing at the prestigious event, running until Saturday 22nd June 2019.If you are not fortunate enough to go to Royal…
Amsterdam based 72andSunny, a specialist brand and creative agency have secured a deal with William Hill to produce their new Brand-led outlook, which follows on from William Hill’s latest brand campaign, which featured World Champion boxer Anthony Joshua.Four-Pitch Battle72andSunny, won a four-pitch battle to become Lead European Creative after the announcement this month that Bark&Bite…
Evolution Gaming are one of the most prestigious software providers of live casino games in the iGaming business to date. Evolution can pride themselves on the fact the popularity of Live Casino play today is largely due to their innovative games design, state of the art studios and constantly pushing boundaries in game quality and…
Betfred, one of the UK’s largest and most popular bookmakers are to extend their partnership with The Racing Post, adding it’s full content across their website and mobile app.Global Sports Betting EventsBetfred will be the first bookmaker to add the full content of The Racing Posts package helping bettors engage in an array of sporting…
Popular online casino PlayOJO have changed their viewing times on TV advertisements aired in Sweden in a bid to limit exposure of underage players. The TV Ads will not be shown between 4pm to 9pm, with the aim of protecting the younger population from gambling.Having entered the Swedish market earlier this year on the SkillOnNet…
