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32red Plc Report Record H1/2014 Results

Record net gaming revenue leads to 22 percent growth in EBITDA Respected online gambling firm 32Red Plc has continued to deliver record results in its latest six month interim report. Key Performance Indicators include for the six month period ending June 30, 2014 include: - Total Gross Gaming Revenue of GBP 22.6 million (H1/2013: GBP 19 million), an increase of 19 percent. - Total Net Gaming Revenue of GBP 15.2 million (H1/2013: GBP 12.7 million), up by 20 percent. -

By Casinomeister Sep 26, 2014

666bet To Sponsor Joshua Mbe's First Title Fight

Second sponsorship venture into Boxing Online bookmaker 666Bet has partnered in a sponsorship agreement with Matchroom Boxing for Olympic gold medallist Anthony Joshua MBE's first title fight against Dennis Bakhtov. The WBC International Heavyweight title will take place as part of Matchroom's 'Moment of Truth' event at London's 02 Arena on Tuesday 11th October. Under the terms of the deal, 666Bet will have their logo displayed in and around the ring, including on the centre canvas and the two fighter

By Casinomeister Sep 26, 2014

Aristocrat's Heart Of Vegas App Launched For Ipad

One customer account for Facebook and iPad play Aristocrat-owned studio Product Madness' popular Facebook app "Heart of Vegas" has launched on the iOS platform. The iPad version features free-to-play formats of eleven of Aristrocrat's popular titles and users can play on Facebook and on iPad using the same account. "Aristocrat is all about delighting players with great gaming content. Heart of Vegas™ has been a runaway success, bringing our world class games to Facebook players everywhere. The early success of

By Casinomeister Sep 26, 2014

Bet365 Live In Italy

Launches PC and mobile offer Bet365 Italy has launched an AAMS approved Italian-facing operation offering poker, betting and casino via PC and mobile platforms. Bet365 sportsbook Italy provides around 30 games to choose from. International sporting events include cricket, football, tennis, running, and major sporting events that are held throughout the UK and Europe. Non-sporting events such as politics and television competitions are also covered along with live streaming broadcasts, updates and virtual horse, greyhound and motor racing. Bet365 casino

By Casinomeister Sep 26, 2014

Betbutler Appoints Insolvency Firm (update)

Customer database sold for GBP 1 to Momaco The saga of the beleaguered betting concierge BetButler continues as the company appoints insolvency practitioner, InsolvePlus following the revocation of its UK Gambling Commission operating licence (see previous InfoPowa reports). The business previously run by a former director of Farepak William Rollason and now director Andrew Hosie, owes customers GBP 500 000. "BetButler's customers and their balances have been sold to Momaco who will honour their balances and no-one will lose any

By Casinomeister Sep 26, 2014

Betdaq Founder Invests In Star Fantasy Leagues

Dermot Desmond sees potential in emerging fantasy sports business New York-based Star Fantasy Leagues has attracted over $ 2 Million in investment from International Investment and Underwriting (IIU), a private equity firm founded by Dermot Desmond. Desmond is the founder of the Global Betting Exchange, sold to Ladbrokes last year. "We're excited to be working with excellent partners that share our vision for the future," said Zach Stanley, chief executive officer of Star Fantasy Leagues. "We're looking forward to accomplishing

By Casinomeister Sep 26, 2014

Beteasy New Contender In Aussie Market

Backed by extensive marketing and generous offers Former Sportsbet owner, Matthew Tripp, will launch online and mobile betting firm BetEasy into the Australian market Tuesday backed by a "big spending" marketing campaign that coincides with the popular Spring Carnival racing season. Tripp told the Financial Review that his new venture will forgo some profits in order to increase turnover and will not downsize or refuse bets from punters as is the practice with other bookmakers. "There's hard work ahead but

By Casinomeister Sep 26, 2014

Betway Becomes Title Sponsor Of World Cup Of Pool

Competition enters ninth year and enjoys international exposure Betway and Matchroom Sport have entered into a deal naming Betway as title sponsor of the forthcoming World Cup of Pool, an international team event that determines the world pairs champions. The Betway World Cup of Pool is entering its ninth year and features 32 two-player teams competing in a straight knock-out scotch doubles tournament. The prize-fund of $250,000 is one of the biggest in the sport with the winning pair splitting

By Casinomeister Sep 26, 2014

Casino Cruise Sets Sail

Nautical themed offer operated by OddsMatrix A new Malta-licenced online casino went live this week at Casino Cruise.com. The new destination, operated and managed by OddsMatrix Ltd, offers a range of games from Microgaming, Net Entertainment, Vivo Gaming, and Play'nGo via the EveryMatrix platform. Casino Cruise.com predictably carries a rather average nautical cruise ship theme throughout the website, offers full player services and a SUB on first deposits of 100 percent maxed at $200 plus 50 free spins on Net

By Casinomeister Sep 26, 2014

Change Of Guard At Metric Gaming

Chairman appointed as president and chief executive officer Nevada-based independent mobile sports betting provider, Metric Gaming has appointed Peter Bertilsson as the company's president and chief executive officer. Bertillson previously filled the role of Chairman of the Board at the company. The industry veteran has spent two decades in the industry as vice president for Bingolotto, chief executive officer of Boss Media, chief executive officer for Ongame's internet poker vertical and Chairman of Metric Gaming. Bertilsson will succeed Metric Gaming's

By Casinomeister Sep 26, 2014

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