Gambling news
Single-event sports betting could become reality in Canada
Single-event sports betting is again at the forefront in Canada, with the Canadian Gaming Association renewing calls to legalise the practise. The Liberal candidate for the Ontario seat of Windsor West Sandra Pupatello initially raised the subject and vowed to do what her New Democratic Party rival Brian Masse could not, and have the criminal […]
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New Zealand Department of Internal Affairs asks for public input on gambling laws
The New Zealand government will consult with the public before making a decision on whether to update legislation surrounding online gambling. New Zealand’s Department of Internal Affairs (DIA) announced a survey regarding an expansion of the current laws surrounding online gambling activities. Currently New Zealand is regarded as having “grey laws” which in simple terms […]
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Betsoft Gaming to unveil two new slots games in Amsterdam
BETSOFT Gaming is set to unveil two massive new slots releases this July at an industry event in Amsterdam. Betsoft, which has won numerous awards in the past year for its innovative games offering, will present its new slot Gold Canyon and the already released Spinfinity Man to the masses. One thing we can always […]
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Microgaming release new punk rock slot The Smashing Biscuit
MICROGAMING has released, in conjunction with PearFiction Studios, an online slots game based around a punk rock band. The five by three reel, 20 payline slot centres around The Smashing Biscuit, a band of three brothers with the surname Biscuit. Aptly named Soggy, Tiny and Crunchy, the three brothers enter your psyche through some cool […]
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Platinum Gaming fined £1.6m by Gambling Commission
Platinum Gaming has been fined £1.6 million by the United Kingdom Gambling Commission after it failed on two fronts. The online gambling operator was found guilty of failing to identify gambling harm and prevent money laundering. The Gambling Commission applied the financial penalty after an investigation, which was instigated following reports revealing a convicted fraudster […]
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Leo Vegas to leave Switzerland after online gambling shakeup
Gambling company Leo Vegas has announced it has withdrawn from Switzerland. The news follows the first four online casino licences being issued to existing gambling venues in Switzerland, as an extension of their current operations. From June 19, LeoVegas will disable all new Swiss sign-ups across sports, casino and poker in line with applicable laws, […]
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Shaq in the NBA’s headlights after BetOnline link exposed
FORMER basketball star turned NBA-pundit Shaquille O’Neal has been forced to sever ties with offshore betting company BetOnline.ag. The four-time NBA championship winner has produced a podcast — The BIG Podcast with Shaq — since 2015. Distributed by PodcastOne, one of The BIG’s major sponsors is the Antigua-based BetOnline.ag, a deal the NBA only clued […]
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Evolution Gaming release Free Bet Blackjack & 2 Hand Casino Hold’em
Evolution Gaming has added two new quality live games to its catalogue — Free Bet Blackjack and 2 Hand Casino Hold’em. The new titles add to Evolution Gaming’s already extensive collection of live casino games, with most gambling sites stocking this iGaming software developer set to roll out the new titles in the coming days. […]
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Aussies firm in ICC World Cup betting as England drifts
AUSTRALIA has firmed in betting to win the 2019 ICC World Cup, after their impressive lead-up form and opening victory over Afghanistan on Saturday. Pre-tournament the Aussies were as long as $5 with some online betting sites, however, most have trimmed the Aussies into as short as $3.70. Hot favourite England has drifted slightly in […]
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Afghanistan v Sri Lanka preview, player tips & predictions
MATCH INFO Afghanistan v Sri Lanka Venue: Cardiff Wales Stadium, Tuesday, June 4, 10.30am (British time) Head to head odds: Afghanistan $2; Sri Lanka $1.80 Last time they met: Afghanistan 249 (50 overs) d Sri Lanka 158 41.2 overs in Abu Dhabi, September 17, 2018. This might be Afghanistan’s chance to notch up a victory […]
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