Gaming developer Habanero is set to release a 5×3, 50-fixed line fantasy-inspired duelling game titled Dragon’s Throne at the upcoming ICE exhibition. The game requires players to command one of four dragons to victory in a battle of wills against the tyrannous Queen of Dragons. Dragon’s Throne’s feature round, which includes a unique triggering mechanic, …
A recent extradition agreement between South Korea and Vietnam was used for the first time Wednesday when the Vietnamese authorities agreed to send home seven Korean citizens wanted for online gambling offences. The South Koreans stand accused of operating an illegal high-stake sports gambling website in Vietnam, a Korean police spokesman told local reporters Wednesday. …
Online gambling operator Slotland, which develops its own games, has launched a Tens or Better new video poker offering for its players. 10s or Better is a single hand video poker game played with 52 cards. Five cards are dealt and players can hold or draw up to five new cards. A Natural Royal Flush …
Virtual sports software provider Global Bet has signed a content supply deal with Eastern European online bookmaker Fonbet, which has a strong Russian presence and claims a player base over 2 million strong. Global Bet´s CEO Daniel Grabher says: “Breaking into new markets is a key priority for Global Bet in 2016. We’re delighted to …
Oklahoma lawmaker Rep. Justin Wood has launched House Bill 2278, the Oklahoma Fantasy League Act, to the state House, claiming that 500,000 state residents who are DFS fans require consumer protection. Wood claims that DFS involves a significant amount of player skill and knowledge. “The ones who win work at it. They study it; they …
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton has published his opinion on the legality of daily fantasy sports under Texan State Law saying as a general rule traditional fantasy sports remain lawful, however daily fantasy sports, where the “house takes a cut”, is not. “Paid daily ‘fantasy sports’ operators claim they can legally operate as an unregulated …
UK-based operator Casino Kings has integrated a selection of twenty-seven NetEnt and two NYX Gaming titles across its web and mobile offer, saying the additional content will provide “extra invigoration for its wide demographic of players”. NetEnt titles include Steam Tower, Neon Staxx and Gonzo’s Quest.
Platform provider Iforium has partnered casual casino game developer Spigo for the integration of their complete games portfolio into its Gameflexcasino platform. Spigo content includes slot machine titles along with classic games such as Backgammon and Yatzy for real-money play across smart phone, tablets and desktop devices. In a separate deal, Iforium has taken on …
Our readers will recall the European Commission (EC) publishing a much-anticipated strategy for a Digital Single Market back in May last year (see previous reports). Today (Tuesday) the report was approved by MEP’s of the European Parliament (EP) 551 to 88, with 39 abstentions, who called on the European Union (EU) to become a leader …
Following a deal late last year, Matchbook has expanded its proprietary inventory with the integration of a portfolio of NetEnt casino games. The initial integration will be followed by additional content in the weeks to come, Cian Nugent, spokesperson for Matchbook said. “NetEnt’s continued innovation in this space meant they were the ideal partner for …
Unibet and Bet365 appeared before the Australian Downing Centre Local Court yesterday (Monday) accused of illegal sports betting advertising in New South Wales. The legal action initiated by the Office of Liquor, Gaming & Racing (OLGR) forms part of a continuing crackdown on illegal sports betting advertising in New South Wales. Unibet pleaded guilty to …
Digital sports content provider Perform Group, in partnership with William Hill, Sporting Solutions and Wettbuero as first sign-up’s, has launched the RunningBall Odds Store, a new service providing operators a range of in-play odds from multiple providers through one unified API. The proprietary software was created by RunningBall a company acquired by Perform Group for …
Virtual gaming provider Kiron Interactive is promising the most comprehensive virtual sports offering on the market with a sneak peek into a host of new games to be revealed at the upcoming ICE Totally Gaming exhibition. New games will include a new 3-pointer shootout basketball game, an Indy-style motor racing game, a jumps racing game, …
VideoSlots.com is further expanding its game inventory with a portfolio of 130 casino games from gaming technology supplier Genii. Included in the portfolio are Genii’s Spin16 games which allow online casino players to interact directly with the reels: swiping up, down, left and right for an engaging and interactive experience that taps into the smart …
Malta-based operator Casumo has signed up for gaming content from Microgaming via Quickfire. The integration will provide Casumo customers a choice of 500 Microgaming casino games, as well as over 100 development partner games. “With iQ modules for Achievements and Free Games, Casumo, with their focus on the player journey, are going to benefit greatly …
Fortuity Holdings, parent company of white label and betting solutions provider Viral Interactive Ltd, has launched its first B2C casino label at Lucky Casino.com. The new offer features virtual personalities to lead and assist players such as Lucky, the casinos main character. Others include General Sign-up who assists players with their account creation and Dr.Statty …
Maryland Senate President Thomas V. Mike Miller told reporters Monday that fantasy sports operators need to stop operating in Maryland or propose legislation to make their ventures legal. The Senator claimed that on Friday state Attorney General Brian E. Frosh had advised the Legislature that day-betting on fantasy sports is not authorised under existing state …
The Swedish online gambling games developer OMI has announced the omni-channel release of its latest video scratch card game, titled Platinum Bullions. This is the second game in a series that offers both cash and prizes to players through features that include Wilds, Multipliers up to x25, Multiple Stakes, Auto Scratch with Swift Scratch, the …
The latest football sponsorship agreement signed last week by Spanish online sports betting operator Kirolbet is a two-season deal with Spanish La Liga club Real Sociedad. The agreement covers the usual stadium and online publicity and gambling partner provisions with the club, which joins five other Spanish sides on the Kirolbet sponsorship roster.
Hard Rock International has appointed Kresimir Spajic to head up its online gaming activity. The land casino, restaurant, hotel, fashion and music group says the new executive position is responsible for the strategy and operational execution of the group’s interactive gaming platforms, and that Spajic will be instrumental in securing new strategic partnerships and future …
An independent television producer in the UK, Joel Dale, is working on a documentary project covering the rise of eSports for the Sky Sports network and has been using social media to gather information and perspectives on the vertical from the playing public…but the manner in which some of his posts have been worded are …
A public hearing on the position of daily and traditional fantasy sports – both banned in the real-money sense in Washington state – took place yesterday (Monday) before the state House Commerce and Gaming Committee chaired by Rep. Chris Hurst. The committee heard testimony and discussed Hurst’s HB2370 proposal, which effectively seeks to underline and …
Daily fantasy sports operator Mondogoal is set for launch in the Italian market following a strategic technology partnership with INTRALOT Italy and the near completion of its final test phase. Despite the ongoing furore surrounding daily fantasy sports in the US, the Boston-based company has spread its bets by focusing its product in the UK …
Michael Holmberg, formerly the Malta-based general manager for the Rational Group’s Pokerstars and Full Tilt operations, has been appointed CEO of Worldclass Entertainment Limited, which owns the Bethard (previously branded Cardbet), Norge Vegas, Sverige Kronan and Suomi Vegasonline gambling sites. Educated between 1993 and 2000 at the universities of Oxford, Vienna Heidelberg and Uppsala, Holmberg …