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Metric Gaming Name New Chairman To The Board (update)

Previously served as chief strategy officer for Shuffle Master Nevada-based Metric Gaming LLC has appointed Louis Castle as chairman of the board of directors, replacing Peter Bertilsson who will take over the role of president and chief executive officer (see previous InfoPowa reports). "It is with great pleasure that I welcome Louis Castle to chair Metric Gaming's board," said Bertilsson, remarking that "Lou is not only a friend but a highly experienced industry professional, who will undoubtedly bring to our

By Casinomeister Sep 26, 2014

More Domains Added To Bulgarian Blacklist

Another ten domains blocked by State Gambling Commission Bulgaria's Sophia Court has authorised the blocking of an additional 10 domains along with their inclusion in the Bulgarian State Gambling Commission's now substantial black list. Latest additions comprise primajuego.com, championsbet.net, 7epta7.com, sb-488.com, bet-mart.com, bg.sportingbet777.com, bg.sportingbetpoker.com, redkings.com, grandparker.com and luckyredcasino.com. Online Casino News Courtesy of Infopowa More news here.

By Casinomeister Sep 26, 2014

Nevada Sports Betting App From Boyd Gaming

Company claims superior speed and customer convenience Boyd Gaming launched a new mobile sports betting application for iOS and Android devices in the Nevada market this week. B Connected Sports shows real-time odds, point spreads, and account information from Boyd Gaming Sports Books in Nevada. Punters have to set up an account in person at Boyd properties and can make deposits and withdrawals at Boyd Gaming Sports Book locations such as The Orleans, Gold Coast, Sam's Town, Suncoast, Eldorado, Jokers

By Casinomeister Sep 26, 2014

New Jersey Fee On Every Sports Bet To Go To Professional Leagues (update)

Proposal submitted to NBA League commissioner by NJ lawmakers In a letter written by New Jersey State Sen. Jim Whelan (D-Atlantic) and Assemblyman Vincent Mazzeo (D-Atlantic) to NBA Commissioner Adam Silver, a 0.25 percent fee on every bet placed and channeled to professional leagues such as the NBA, NHL, NFL and MLB was proposed. Proceeds would allow the leagues to employ independent measures in terms of preventing match fixing, a key argument from the professional leagues in its fight to

By Casinomeister Sep 26, 2014

Opap Wins 20 Year Greek Horse Race Betting Licence (update)

Bests Intralot with an offer of Euro 40.5 million for the exclusive licence The Hellenic Republic Asset Development Fund (HRADF) has named OPAP the successful bidder for the sole Greek horse race betting licence. The HRADF scrapped the previous tender last month due to insufficient interest (see previous InfoPowa reports), relaunching it earlier this month. OPAP, part owned by Czech-led investment vehicle Emma Delta, successfully tendered for the 20-year licence that will allow it to exclusively take wagers on horse

By Casinomeister Sep 26, 2014

Plaor Inc Launch Lucky Laua On Facebook And Mobile

New app integrated in Mega Fame Casino & Slots on Facebook, iOS and Android platforms Social media network CrowdGather's subsidiary Plaor Inc has launched its first social casino title in partnership with MultiSlot. "Lucky Luau", is a five-reel video slot featuring Stacked Wilds and Scatter symbol bonuses available for play in Mega Fame Casinos & Slots on the Facebook, iOS and Android platforms. "We are excited to launch our first title from MultiSlot and introduce Lucky Luau™ to the players

By Casinomeister Sep 26, 2014

Pokerstars Cutting Affiliates?

Austerity measures as poker giant faces increased tax burden Initial forum posts suggest that PokerStars Partners is terminating certain affiliate accounts. The common thread during discussion is "too many old players generating revenue to justify the affiliates monthly payment". Some claim they weren't given a reason at all in the formal notice from Amaya Gaming, while others report they have been given an ultimatum to produce real money player referrals as per the terms and conditions or face termination. "To

By Casinomeister Sep 26, 2014

Pokerstars Prepares Customers For Dot Uk Migration

Poker Giant lays out migration procedure PokerStars.fr has notified UK customers of the migration of their accounts to PokerStars UK on October 1, 2014. This measure reportedly also applies to PokerStars.com accounts. The company explains that all gaming services available to players in the United Kingdom must be licensed in the UK due to new regulation (UK Gambling Licensing and Advertising Bill) and they will be required to download an updated region-specific desktop client and/or mobile app to continue using

By Casinomeister Sep 26, 2014

Real Gaming Deposits At Convenience Stores

Nevada online poker firm expands customer deposit methods Real Gaming (formerly South Point Poker) has expanded its online poker deposit options allowing players to make deposits at any 7-Eleven or Family Dollar stores in Nevada. The operator will utilise the PayNearMe network to facilitate cash deposits at the stores along with its more traditional Wire transfer, cash deposits at South Point Casino Cashier, Electronic Cheque and Check depositing methods. A payment barcode from RealGaming.com must be printed or downloaded by

By Casinomeister Sep 26, 2014

Revel Cuts Licence Ties To Atlantic City

Cites violation of licence conditions Atlantic City, the one-time U.S. East Coast gambling capital, had its credit rating cut one level to BBB+ by Standard & Poor's following a similar downgrade by Moody's Investor Service earlier this year. The rating cuts follow the loss of potentially five of its twelve casinos this year, despite what was coined the "Atlantic City turn-around" undertaken by Governor Chris Christie early in his five year term of office. "The downgrade and negative outlook reflect

By Casinomeister Sep 26, 2014

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