Monica E.

EGBA Says Swedish Gambling Laws are not in Compliance with European Regulations

EGBA Says Swedish Gambling Laws are not in Compliance with European Regulations

Monica E. February 19, 2014 18:35:38

According to a recent report issued by the European Gaming and Betting Association, Sweden needs to change its current gambling laws. During the last few years, the European Gaming and Betting Association (EGBA) sent out several written warnings to the Swedish authorities, asking them to comply with the European Union’s rules on free movement of […]

Political Incompetence Hurting the Online Gambling and Betting Market in Romania

Political Incompetence Hurting the Online Gambling and Betting Market in Romania

Monica E. February 19, 2014 13:24:12

Romania is wasting the opportunity to help the gambling industry grow and bring in some extra profits to the state’s budget. With the European Union promoting a uniform legislation, as well as a fair and liberal market for all businesses – including gambling – across member states, the online and mobile casino market has slowly […]

Gambling for Good: How Casino Games Can Be Used for Charity

Gambling for Good: How Casino Games Can Be Used for Charity

Monica E. February 18, 2014 16:00:48

For most people, gambling is associated with money laundering, crime, cheating, addiction and of course painful, life-ruining losses. Admittedly, there’s a dark side to the habit of playing for money, but some people still managed to find a way to turn “evil” into something good: charity. Non-profit organizations and even churches organize lotto raffles and […]

How Romanian Poker Stars Defied the Odds to Turn a Hobby into a Full Time Job

How Romanian Poker Stars Defied the Odds to Turn a Hobby into a Full Time Job

Monica E. February 18, 2014 14:53:29

Despite the hazy gambling regulations and society’s misconceptions, Romanian poker players have proved their talent to the world. Poker is popular in Romania and has seen significant growth during the past few years. Local players started accessing poker sites even before they became technically legal under Romanian gambling laws and many of them qualified in […]

Dutch Remote Gaming Bill Approved, Online Casino Market Opening for Competition

Dutch Remote Gaming Bill Approved, Online Casino Market Opening for Competition

Monica E. February 18, 2014 14:28:47

The Dutch authorities took a first step towards the liberalization of the state’s gambling market, by approving the remote gaming bill. Following orders from the European Union, the Netherlands will soon be opening the online gaming market and getting rid of its casino and sports betting monopolies. The state’s Council of Ministers has recently approved […]

How You Can Legally Play at Online Casinos in Malaysia

How You Can Legally Play at Online Casinos in Malaysia

Monica E. February 17, 2014 14:10:20

While the Islamic majority of the population is forbidden from gambling, online casinos are still legal for non-Muslims. Malaysia doesn’t welcome online casino operators, but that doesn’t mean that players living in the country can’t enjoy a good game of virtual roulette or poker from the comfort of their own homes. Internet gambling is actually […]

Cogetech and Inspired Gaming Enter Video Lottery Partnership

Cogetech and Inspired Gaming Enter Video Lottery Partnership

Monica E. February 17, 2014 11:15:08

Cogetech is improving its gambling offer with new technology and high-definition games provided by Inspired Gaming. Inspired Gaming and Italian gaming operator Cogetech have recently closed a partnership for video lottery terminal (VLT) services. Under the deal, the Italian company will improve its services with Open VLT cabinets, new technology and high-definition games offered by […]

Female Gambler Wins $29 Million, but Gets Two Steaks Instead

Female Gambler Wins $29 Million, but Gets Two Steaks Instead

Monica E. February 15, 2014 08:42:00

The owners of the casino claim the slot machine was faulty, so they refused to award the woman her money. A female gambler struck gold when playing slots at the Blue Chip Casino in Michigan, Indiana. The machine awarded her almost $29 million, but the casino owners blamed it on a software glitch and offered […]

Borgata’s Online Gambling Profits Increase

Borgata’s Online Gambling Profits Increase

Monica E. February 14, 2014 16:52:45

The online casino industry in New Jersey continues to grow and Borgata reported a 15% increase in profits. Online casinos in America are continuing their upward trend. Boyd Gaming and MGM Resorts International, owners of the Borgata casino in Atlantic City, have reported a 15% increase in month-to-month profits for their internet gambling sites. Last […]

From Cabaret to Tigers: The Biggest and Best Vegas Shows of All Time

From Cabaret to Tigers: The Biggest and Best Vegas Shows of All Time

Monica E. February 14, 2014 15:57:45

Las Vegas has hosted some of the most famous shows in the history of entertainment and casino managers struggle to keep that tradition alive. From Elvis, Tom Jones and Prince to Celine Dion, Shania Twain and Britney Spears, Las Vegas has always offered some of the world’s best shows. Whether you’re looking for concerts, cabarets, […]