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American Gaming Association Drops Support for Online Gambling in US

American Gaming Association chief executive Geoff Freeman said in an interview with the Wall Street Journal Wednesday that his Las Vegas-based organization will no longer support legalization of online gambling in the US, citing a nasty split between casino operators on both sides of the issue.

"One of the things I've learned in this industry is we are extraordinarily competent at shooting at one another," he said. "The snipers in this industry are of the highest quality, and if you let that be the focus, we'll kill each other."

Submitted by Ace King on, May/23/2014

NJ Bill Would Require Online Gambling Processors to Get 'Stricter' License

ATLANTIC CITY, New Jersey — (Associated Press) - New Jersey wants to subject companies that handle Internet gambling deposits and payments to stricter licensing requirements, in the hope it will make banks more willing to allow the use of credit cards to fund online betting accounts.

The reluctance of banks to allow credit card use to fund accounts is one of the main things holding back the growth of New Jersey's new Internet gambling industry.

Submitted by Associated Press on, May/20/2014

Internet Gambling Included in Pennsylvania State Budget

Lawmakers have made Internet gambling part of the Pennsylvania year’s state budget though few believe any measures would be signed into law in 2014.

The odds are stacking against Web gambling ever becoming legalized in the Keystone State.

Submitted by Gilbert Horowitz on, May/19/2014

75 Percent of Visa Credit Cards Not Working for NJ Online Gambling Sites

New Jersey online gambling companies are seeing around a 75% decline in credit cards, according to Matthew Katz of CEO of CAMS.

He recently spoke to Rebecca Liggero of CalvinAyre.com regarding the current climate in New Jersey when it comes to payment processing.

“I think the biggest challenge is just education, getting the bankers to understand how significant the technology and the processes all the regulators have in place to be compliant,” Katz said.

Submitted by Aaron Goldstein on, May/15/2014

Buck & Butler Debut New Online Casino

Buck & Butler’s grand ambition is to be the industry’s most unique and innovative casino, and the people behind the new casino take pride in working hard every day to provide the market with a casino experience totally out of the ordinary.

Submitted by Press Release on, May/15/2014

CashBet is Coming to New Jersey: In Talks With Several Atlantic City Casinos

CashBet, a California-based and Alderney-licensed software platform provider and turnkey operator enabling online gambling for social and mobile games, revealed it will be offering its platform in the coveted US market by year’s end, specifically the state of New Jersey.

The company launched its real money online gambling platform in the UK on Thursday (May 8, 2014) with the casino game Casino Island Adventure from leading developer Gamzio, Inc.

Submitted by Aaron Goldstein on, May/08/2014

Ader Highlights ‘Case for Change’ at Bwin.Party: Current Board on ‘Destructive’ Path

Activist investor Jason Ader of SpringOwl on Monday made available its initial presentation highlighting the need for change at Bwin.Party, one of the largest online gambling firms in the world.

Submitted by Aaron Goldstein on, May/05/2014

Bitcoin BitWin.io Casino Launches Live Dealer Casino

BitWin.io is delighted to announce the launch of a brand new Live Dealer Casino in addition to the introduction of their state of the art Poker platform, hosted by CoinPoker.io. Despite the best efforts of online casinos to prove the fairness of their RNG (random number generator) casino games, sceptics will probably never be satisfied that games are truly fair and random.

Submitted by Payton on, Apr/24/2014

New slot technology revolutionizing the gaming sector

Slot machines have long been a key element of gaming entertainment. The 'one armed bandit' is synonymous with casinos across the world. Of course, the advent of online casinos meant that slots fans could suddenly have fun from the comfort of their own home. However, this is not where the story ends – Software giant Playtech has developed a whole range of revolutionary online slots which are keeping players well and truly entertained. Here are just a few reasons why.


Superb graphics and effects 

Submitted by Payton on, Apr/23/2014

Where Can I Gamble Online From Denmark? ISP’s Ordered to Block Some Sites

Denmark is the latest country to begin blogging what it deems to be “illegal” online gambling sites, essentially those that are not licensed by the Danish government.

Last week, Internet Service Providers were ordered to block access to five suspect sites. The only way Danes can get around this is by playing via an anonymous (masked) ISP.

Submitted by Ace King on, Apr/13/2014

iGame and Plus One Dreams Online Gambling Firms Merge

Two Finnish online gambling firms based out of Malta have announced a merger in an effort to better compete with the likes of fellow Scandinavian wagering companies Betsson and Unibet.  The combined company will use the iGame name.

Submitted by Aaron Goldstein on, Apr/12/2014

Playtech Gets ‘Buy’ Rating From 12 Agencies

Online gambling software firm Playtech has received a “buy” rating from 12 different agencies that cover the stock.

From the MidEast Times:

Five equities research analysts have rated the stock with a hold recommendation and seven have given a buy recommendation to the company. The average 1-year target price among brokers that have updated their coverage on the stock in the last year is GBX 816.10 ($13.53).

Submitted by Aaron Goldstein on, Apr/07/2014

What Are the Online Slots Available in New Jersey? Cleopatra, Monopoly, More

There are dozens of online slots available for those living in New Jersey who wish to play on the Internet.  There are specific brands we would like to highlight here.

“Secrets of the Phoenix” allows casino players to match the stone relics and watch as they cascade down leaving space for even more wins.

Features include 5 reels, autoplay, a cascading reel system let’s you win multiple times off a single spin, hit successive cascades during the bonus round to add more free spins and bonus pick a win game gifts you with cash, spins and other cool bonuses.

Submitted by Payton on, Apr/05/2014

Can I Play On New Jersey Online Gambling Websites If I Live in New York?

Live in New York State but you wish to play on one of New Jersey’s online gambling websites?  You can do so, with a catch.

All of New Jersey’s licensed and regulated Internet gambling websites incorporate geolocation technology that prevents individuals from placing real money bets from outside the Garden State.

Submitted by Payton on, Apr/04/2014

888 Canada Casino Lures Newbies With Incredible Promos

888 Casino Canada is one of the largest and most diverse online casino sites offered legally in Canada. The site boasts over 150 diverse games to Canadians including slots, poker, live dealers, progressive jackpots and table games. Being big doesn't mean that they won't work hard for your business. 888 Canada offers a large selection of promotions for their players to choose from. Some of the most popular ones offer a truly 'no risk' experience to newbies. 

 

Submitted by Payton on, Apr/03/2014

Football Star Cathal McCarron Gay Porn Leaked: Struggled with Gambling Addiction

A former Tyrone football star reportedly did some additional “starring” in a gay porn, according to the Irish Mirror.

Submitted by Jagajeet Chiba on, Apr/02/2014

KeyToCasino.com Casino Database Ensures Users Get Best Online Gambling Experience

For anyone who has ever tried their hands at online gambling, it is not secret that most sites are full of distracting ads, questionable information, and a distinct lack of usable advice. KeyToCasino.com has created a comprehensive, yet clean searchable database for users that provides valuable, up-to-date information on best casinos, bonuses, and the most exciting games in the online gambling industry.

 

Submitted by Flash OBrian on, Mar/27/2014

Off Message: Republicans Attack on Internet Gambling Gets in Way of 2016

(Reuters) - Casino mogul Sheldon Adelson became a major player in Republican politics in the 2012 elections, when he spent more than $90 million in an unsuccessful effort to oust Democratic President Barack Obama.

Now the 80-year-old billionaire wants something from Washington: a ban on Internet gambling, a growing industry that Adelson says could hurt the casino industry. On Wednesday, some of Adelson's allies in Congress, including South Carolina Senator Lindsey Graham, plan to propose legislation that would do just that.

Submitted by Reuters on, Mar/26/2014

Bill to Allow NJ Licensing of Foreign Internet Gambling Firms One Step Closer

(Associated Press) - A plan to let New Jersey casino regulators oversee foreign Internet gambling companies if they move their operations to Atlantic City has moved a step closer to approval.

A state senate wagering committee approved the bill Monday.

The measure is sponsored by Sen. Raymond Lesniak. He says many overseas gambling companies want the stamp of approval that would come from submitting to New Jersey's casino regulators, who are among the strictest in the nation.

The foreign firms wouldn't be able to take bets from anyone in the United States.

Submitted by Associated Press on, Mar/24/2014

Online Gambling Affiliates Now Welcome in New Jersey With Income Access

Popular online gambling super affiliate company Income Access has entered into a partnership with Betfair.com to allow affiliate marketing in New Jersey.

Internet gambling firms are looking for creative ways to catch up with bwin.party, which so far has dominated the airwaves and offline media throughout the New Jersey-New York-Pennsylvania region.

Whether affiliates will be enticed enough to focus on such a limited market remains to be seen.  Only those physically located in New Jersey will be able to wager with Betfair.

Submitted by C Costigan on, Mar/21/2014

Nevada, Delaware Multi-State Online Poker Compact Draws Ire of Congress

(Associated Press) - Nevada and Delaware’s recent agreement to launch the nation’s first collaborative, interstate online poker zone appears to have drawn a backlash from gambling’s opponents in Congress, who are planning to drop a bill rolling back the legal opinion underlying the recent deal.

Submitted by Associated Press on, Mar/20/2014

The New Name in Swedish Gaming

The Swedish gaming market is an extremely competitive one, as until recently only a handful of companies were granted permission by the government to operate. With state-owned company Svenska Spel dominating the market of sports gambling, it was tough – and even unlawful – for anyone to attempt to set up a private operation.

Submitted by Payton on, Mar/14/2014

Internet Gambling Growth Slows in New Jersey

ATLANTIC CITY, N.J. (Associated Press) — The growth of New Jersey's Internet gambling market slowed somewhat in its third full month of operation, with the Atlantic City gambling websites posting a nearly 9 percent revenue increase in February.

The 16 online gambling sites had posted a 28 percent gain in January, to $9.5 million. In February, the online sites won $10.3 million.

Submitted by Associated Press on, Mar/12/2014

Neteller Returns to the US: Shares Surge Nearly 3 Percent

Online payment solutions company Neteller announced Monday that it will be relaunching services in the US.

The company was forced to flee the US market in January 2007 after two of its founders were charged with violating anti-gambling laws.  The Unlawful Internet Gambling Enforcement Act was passed just two months prior to the highly publicized arrests, with Gambling911.com breaking that news story.

Submitted by Aaron Goldstein on, Mar/03/2014

Lindsey Graham Set to Introduce Bill Banning All Forms of Online Gambling

South Carolina Republican Senator Lindsey Graham is on the cusp of introducing a bill that would strengthen the Unlawful Internet Gaming Enforcement Act (UIGEA) of 2006 and fully ban all forms of online gambling including poker.

While UIGEA essentially does just that, the US Justice Department interpretation of the law opened the door for state-by-state legislation.  Graham wants no part of it.

Submitted by Ace King on, Feb/28/2014

Ifrah Law Claims Success With Kentucky Web Gambling Domain Seizure Case

Ifrah Law PLLC, a Washington, D.C.-based law firm focused on complex civil and criminal litigation, secured a major victory for its client, the Interactive Gaming Council (IGC), on Friday when the Kentucky Court of Appeals ruled that the trade association could intervene in a long-standing in rem forfeiture proceeding on behalf its members.

Submitted by Press Release on, Feb/24/2014

Kentucky Court Overturns Seizures of Online Gambling Domain Names

A Kentucky Appeals court ruled Friday (February 21, 2014) that the state cannot seize 132 online gambling domain names.  The court determined that a trade organization, the Interactive Gaming Council, can step into the 6-year-old case and represent operators of named websites.   An earlier ruling declared that trade organizations such as IGC and the now defunct Interactive Media Entertainment & Gaming Association (iMEGA) lacked standing.

Submitted by C Costigan on, Feb/21/2014

Federal Bill Outlawing All Online Gambling Except Poker to be Introduced in March

U.S. Senator Dean Heller (R-Nevada) said he anticipates new federal legislation banning all forms of online gambling except poker to be introduced in the coming months.  Such a measure would ban Internet sports betting and online casinos, the later of which are currently permitted in the state of New Jersey.

Heller and others in Congress have attempted to pass similar legislation in recent years without any success.

Submitted by Gilbert Horowitz on, Feb/20/2014

Can I Play Online Casino Games in My New Jersey Hotel Room: PartyGaming, Virgin

So I am sitting in my hotel room here in New Jersey, back from a conference, wishing I could get to New York City or Philadelphia and this ad pops up on television for PartyGaming.  “Wow!” I’m thinking to myself.  “I can actually be playing online casino games right here in my hotel room before dinner?”

“Oh wait!  I don’t see ads for PartyGaming on TV in my home town so this might just be a New Jersey/New York thing.”

Submitted by C Costigan on, Feb/19/2014

Breakup of Bwin.Party Possible With Activist Fund Taking Stake in Company

The Financial Times of London is reporting that a New York-based activist hedge fund will be taking a stake in struggling Bwin.Party

SpringOwl, which is managed by the activist fund Cumberland Associates, has “agreed in principle” to purchase around 6.1 per cent of Bwin.Party from the group’s founders, Ruth Parasol and Russ Deleon.

As part of the deal, SpringOwl will have the right to appoint one director to the board.

Submitted by Aaron Goldstein on, Feb/18/2014

Breaking News

Say No to Sportsbook Blacklist

Since Gambling911.com revealed that seven sportsbooks had gotten together to share player information, everybody in the industry is talking.

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Navigating the world of online gambling, especially when it comes to withdrawing your winnings, can seem daunting at first. However, with the right knowledge and understanding, the process can be smooth and secure.