Online Gambling News in Russian Federation - November 2024

Budget reveals tax on free bets but gambling otherwise untouched

Budget reveals tax on free bets but gambling otherwise untouched

david March 17, 2016 13:10:45

Prior to the budget, shares in UK gambling companies had fallen in fear of tough new regulations. However, they have now risen as a tax on free bets is the only new measure. Overall, Chancellor George Osborne’s budget was good news for UK gamblers. Until its release on Wednesday, there were fears of punitive tax […]

Caesars Asset Stripping leads to plausible claims of up to $5 billion

Caesars Asset Stripping leads to plausible claims of up to $5 billion

david March 17, 2016 11:46:41

When Caesars Entertainment Operating Company was heading towards bankruptcy, their parent company Caesars asset stripping ensured they would be unable to settle fairly with creditors – now Caesars must pay! Richard Davis, lauded negotiator, wrapped up his year-long investigation conclusively: The simple answer to this question is ‘yes’. The question was whether Caesars asset stripping […]

Texas Hold ‘Em Poker Quiz Part I

Texas Hold ‘Em Poker Quiz Part I

Daniel March 17, 2016 10:00:00

​How familiar are you with Texas Hold ‘Em? How much do you know about odds of poker hands, winning chances, poker strategy and poker outs? Do you want to test your knowledge before hitting one of the online poker rooms in the US or EU? Well, take the Texas Hold ‘Em Poker Quiz at GamingZion […]

PokerStars New Jersey Signs with NetEnt

PokerStars New Jersey Signs with NetEnt

Akos March 17, 2016 09:50:33

The top-tier online solution provider, NetEnt, has signed an agreement with Amaya to supply PokerStars New Jersey. NetEnt and Amaya have announced that they will expand their game content partnership for PokerStars New Jersey. This is the no the first customer agreement of NetEnt for the New Jersey online casino market. Under the current deal, […]

Huge Increase in New Jersey Online Gambling Revenue

Huge Increase in New Jersey Online Gambling Revenue

Akos March 17, 2016 08:46:21

The overall New Jersey online gambling revenue is 41,8% more than in 2015, but internet poker is down 2,5%. The New Jersey Division of Gaming Enforcement has released the gaming revenue results of February 2016. According to the numbers, the land-based casino revenue was USD 190 million, 13% more than in last year’s February. The […]

The Zen of Bracketology

The Zen of Bracketology

Frederick H. March 17, 2016 08:21:17

The Zen of Bracketology explores the method, predictions and anticipation by fans for the March Madness tournament which happens this week and ends on the 4th of April.  • The Associated Press Poll weekly lists the teams most voted by fans • The RPI lists the top teams according to their wins, losses and schedule […]

Europa League Fantasy Football Added by DraftKings

Europa League Fantasy Football Added by DraftKings

Daniel March 16, 2016 11:44:45

DFS operator DraftKings has introduced Europa League fantasy football as well as Liga Mexicana to its selection of fantasy sports contests. As Liverpool took on Manchester United in the No. 2 European club competition in the round of 16, DraftKings also added Europa League fantasy football to its portfolio. The Latin American fantasy futbol section […]

Top Players in Tennis Match Fixing Scandal According to Italian Prosecutor

Top Players in Tennis Match Fixing Scandal According to Italian Prosecutor

Daniel March 16, 2016 11:13:30

Prosecutor Roberto di Martino revealed that top players in tennis match fixing scandal were reported as competitors who might have dropped games after arranging it with gamblers in recent years. There is an ongoing investigation in Italy regarding the recent tennis betting scandals. Two Italian players, Potito Starace and Daniele Bracciali were already charged because […]

Special Districts In The US Need Special Attention. Right, Dave?

Special Districts In The US Need Special Attention. Right, Dave?

Nich Moore March 16, 2016 07:34:34

Whilst the ongoing US presidential election makes it clear the political process in America is broken, the quieter tragedy of having fallen prey to the scourge of committees and the petty and rule obsessed is less obvious, however some are drawing attention to the farce that is Special Districts and recently it was the turn […]