Isle of Man Counts on iGaming

In a recent budget speech, the Isle of Man’s minister of economic development pointed to internet gaming as the principle driver of the island’s economy.

Published March 3, 2014

Bitcoin Future in Doubt

The sudden disappearance of major bitcoin exchange Mt. Gox—which later filed for bankruptcy—has severely damaged the virtual currency and left Mt. Gox depositors with little hope of recovering their...

Published March 3, 2014

UK’s Office of Fair Trading Outlines Online Game Principles

The UK’s Office of Fair Trading has published eight principles for online and app-based games. The principles clarify the games industry’s obligations under UK consumer protection laws.

Published March 3, 2014

Playtech Announces ‘Exceptional’ 2013

Online gambling software company Playtech announced that its revenue increased 16 percent in 2013 and profits increased 26 percent. The company announced it will pay a special dividend to...

Published March 3, 2014

Nevada Senator Eyes Online Gaming Ban

Nevada Senator Dean Heller (l.) last week criticized online gaming in a meeting with the Las Vegas Review Journal editorial board. He says online gaming represents the “wild West”...

Published February 24, 2014

Two iGaming Bills Introduced in California

At the last minute, two iGaming bills were introduced into the California legislature last week. One is a rewrite of a bill introduced by Senator Lou Correa in the...

Published February 24, 2014

New Jersey Online Gambling Banking on Mobile Devices

Analysts and casino officials hope the increased use of cell phones, mobile devices and tablets will keep New Jersey’s online gambling revenue growing. Atlantic City casinos—which offer the state’s...

Published February 24, 2014

Nevada Gets Third Online Gambling Site

Michael Gaughan’ South Point casino in Las Vegas has launched Realgaming.com in Nevada. It is the third company in the state to go live with real-money online gambling in...

Published February 24, 2014

Gibraltar Gambling Exec Criticizes UK Gambling Laws

Peter Howitt, CEO of the Gibraltar Betting and Gaming Association criticized new UK laws on online gambling in a recent editorial. Howitt said the new rules will deal a...

Published February 24, 2014

Virgin Casino Goes Online in New Jersey Without Poker

Virgin Casino was one of the last of New Jersey’s 14 online gambling sites to make a real push for players. But Virgin officials for the site say that...

Published February 24, 2014

Foxwoods Launches Free-to-Play Online Gambling

Connecticut’s Foxwoods Resort Casino announced a free-to-play gambling platform for smart phones and computers. Connecticut does not allow real-money online wagering, but the casino certainly seems to be preparing...

Published February 24, 2014

Netherlands OKs Remote Gaming

Dutch ministers have passed the first hurdle in adding online gaming to the country’s menu of wagers. The betting will center around lottery and sports wagers.

Published February 24, 2014

Oklahoma Tribe Drops Online Poker Site

The Cheyenne and Arapaho tribes in Oklahoma have dropped ties to PokerTribes.com which had been seen as a way to bring online poker to the state. Reports point to...

Published February 24, 2014

Caesars, KGM Sign Online Deal

Caesars Interactive Entertainment has signed an agreement with KGM Gaming under which KGM will provide its server and suite of games for Caesars online casinos in New Jersey.

Published February 24, 2014

GTECH to Acquire Probability PLC

GTECH SpA has agreed to acquire mobile gaming company Probability PLC for £18 million in a deal approved by the Probability board.

Published February 24, 2014

Caesars Buys Israeli Social Game Business

Caesars Interactive has purchased Israeli-based social gaming business Pacific Interactive continuing its expansion into the free-to-play market.

Published February 24, 2014

PokerStars Gets Bulgarian License

PokerStars has become the first online poker site to be licensed under Bulgaria’s new gaming laws. They are the third online gambling site to be licensed in the country.

Published February 24, 2014

Spain Weighs Online Expansion

Spain’s top regulatory body had drafted an order that would expand the online market by adding slot machines and exchange betting. The industry is struggling mightily with the weak...

Published February 24, 2014

Poll Finds Support for States Regulating Online Gambling

A new poll by the Coalition for Consumer and Online Protections finds most Americans feel online gambling should be left up to the states to approve or disapprove and...

Published February 24, 2014

Louisiana, Mississippi Reject Online Gambling

Louisiana Governor Bobby Jindal (l.) has penned an editorial stating his opposition to online gaming and to fight any move to allow online gambling in the state. In neighboring...

Published February 24, 2014