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Kuala Lumpur Blast Targets Gambling Kingpin

Hit arranged for recruiting bookies from other syndicates The Malay Mail reports the detonation of two grenades in the early hours of yesterday morning, apparently triggered by rival Malaysian online gambling syndicates. The blasts fatally wounded one man and injured 13 others in front of the Cherry Blossom pub situated in the Sun Complex in bustling Jalan Bukit Bintang, Kuala Lumpur. Quoting a source "close to police investigations" the report said Ah Hai (53), the target of the unsuccessful hit,

By Casinomeister Oct 10, 2014

Ladbrokes Exits Grey Markets

Will continue to withdraw from further "grey markets" to comply with UK legislation Ladbrokes has exited Switzerland, Norway and Hungary following an internal legal and regulatory review. The gambling firm said in order to comply with new UK legislation, expected to come into force on November 1, 2014, Ladbrokes will continue to withdraw its services from "grey markets". The company has reportedly closed player accounts in those markets and ceased marketing and customer acquisition activities. The withdrawal coincides with a

By Casinomeister Oct 10, 2014

Latest In Playboy Series From Microgaming

Multiplayer version of popular iconic Playboy-branded slot Microgaming launched its 5x3 reel, 20 fixed payline "Multiplayer Playboy" title this week. The game, which features a classic base game offering Scatters and Wilds with an exciting Multiplayer element, is themed on the iconic Playboy brand. It is a graphic and audio-rich offer that doesn't disappoint. The social sticky on this game provides players a view of other players games while they spin their own reels, incorporating a competitive feel to play.

By Casinomeister Oct 10, 2014

Lucky Roi On Stake At Colossus Bets

Winners of £1,000,000 HDA confirmed Football and sports jackpot operator Colossus Bets have confirmed the first winners of its £1,000,000 HDA15, in the 8th weekend since the bet has been offered. 2.5 tickets have won the pool, Colossus Bets said, each full ticket receiving GBP 200 000 for their GBP 2 stake and GBP 20 000 for those that staked 40p. Several of the other winning tickets banked profits along the way with Colossus Bet's Fractional Cash option, though none

By Casinomeister Oct 10, 2014

Macau Revenues Dive

For the fourth consecutive month Beijing's anti-corruption campaign and tough economic conditions continue to have a negative effect on Macau gambling revenues which fell 11.7 percent in September 2014 compared to the same period 2013. Although September revenues, in decline for the fourth consecutive month, fell to 25.6 Billion Patacas (US$ 3.21 Billion) from 29 Billion Patacas in September 2013, the results were still ahead of analysts predictions, driving some Macau casino share prices up. On a positive note, China's

By Casinomeister Oct 10, 2014

Maryland Prosecutors Pursue Bodog Extraditions (update)

But suggest administrative court process closed until further developments A Baltimore City Paper report said Maryland Prosecutors' stalled case against Bodog Entertainment Group, its founder Calvin Ayre and Bodog executives James Phillip, David Ferguson and Derrick Maloney continues with extradition processes being pursued. Assistant U.S. Attorney Richard Kay reportedly docketed a letter addressed to presiding officer U.S. District Judge Catherine Blake on the case's status, earlier this week. The case goes back to early 2012 where authorities indicted the group

By Casinomeister Oct 10, 2014

Mr Green In Tax Tussle With Austria

Potential tax liability of SEK 100 Million Online casino operator Mr. Green and Co. is disputing an Austrian tax liability that may amount to SEK 100 million (GBP 8.59 Million) and has submitted a self-correction in accordance with Austrian Tax Law. The dispute relates to the 2011 implementation of Austrian law that imposes a 40 percent tax on gross game win on sales originating in Austria through online casino operations. The company has embarked on legal action saying: "We dispute

By Casinomeister Oct 10, 2014

Nektan Plc To Float On Aim

Will allow for commercial expansion and capital to develop platform B2B mobile gambling technology and platform provider Nektan Plc has announced its intention to float on the London AIM exchange. The company aims to raise around GBP 4 million through a placing of new shares, to which Panmure Gordon (UK) will act as advisor and sole broker. Funds raised via the placing will additionally be used to expand the Group's business development by providing sufficient working capital to support the

By Casinomeister Oct 10, 2014

New Jersey Sports Betting Bill Advances (update)

Assembly committee gives unanimous approval The New Jersey Assembly's Tourism and Gaming committee have unanimously approved Bill A-3711, proposed legislation that will repeal a ban on sports betting in the State. In August Governor Chris Christie surprised many by issuing a directive allowing New Jersey sports betting without fear of prosecution (see previous InfoPowa report). The Bill is designed to reinstate the State's legal argument and support Christie's directive. Bill A-3711 is sponsored by Assembly Democrats John Burzichelli (D-Cumberland/Gloucester/Salem), Ralph

By Casinomeister Oct 10, 2014

New Offer From Genesis Gaming

Simultaneous launch of Robyn across web and mobile platforms Genesis Gaming has simultaneously launched its latest video slot title "Robyn" on the Quickfire, powered by Microgaming, network in Flash and HTML5. This 5-reel, 243 way video slot centres around the sharp shooting lead character Robyn who uses her skills to shoot Random Target Symbols in the base game. A Wild Arrow free spin feature challenges the archer-ess to shoot Random Target Wilds throughout the twelve free spins to offer more

By Casinomeister Oct 10, 2014

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