British Gamers are big on Betting
According to new BuddyBet research, the gamers of Britain have been found to be more likely to gamble than the rest of the adult population. A full 74% of UK gamers also think of themselves to be gamblers, and from these around 81% will on a daily or weekly basis place bets, the report from BuddyBet Betting Behavior found.
However this is com [...]
Gambling Bill Mentioned by Queen in S...
The briefing notes for the Queen’s speech last week, mentioned the United Kingdoms new Gambling (Licensing and Advertising) Bill. The bill will several changes in licensing rules for the online gambling operators that operate in the UK.
The new bill claims that it will be protecting consumers who use online at poker and casino websites [...]
Rank acquisition of Gala Casinos is f...
The Rank Group has finally fulfilled the acquisition of Gala Casinos. This will add a further 19 casinos to its portfolio of gaming outlets.
The group announced, on March 6th that it had entered into a revised conditional agreement for the acquisition of Gala Casinos from Gala Coral.
The company revealed on Monday that all the conditions outl [...]
Caesar’s Palace Casino bans Goo...
Even though they are yet to be publicly release, the potential of Google Glass to allow those of a more dishonest nature is being stamped on.
Caesar’s Palace , the legendary Las Vegas Casino, has recently announced patrons will not be allowed to wear the innovative headgear when they are within its casino.
Making a statement to The Verg [...]
Bidding begins for the Irish National...
After a lot of anticipation, the Irish government finally opened the bidding for license to run the Irish National Lottery – for 20 years – with Public Expenditure and Reform Minister Brendan Howlin officially announcing the invitation for expressions of interest.
It was reported on May 8th that the Irish government announced the [...]
Rank thought to be considering a bid ...
The company behind Grosvenor casinos and Mecca bingo, Rank Group, is thought to be considering a bid for their rival Gala Coral’s casino business.
If the move goes ahead it would rate Rank’s position as Britain’s largest operator of casinos and would help Gala from its difficult financial situation.
Currently Rank owns 35 ve [...]
Tax Rate Addressed by Bingo Associati...
Bingo Taxes continue to add to the suffering of one of the most popular and loved games in the UK, bingo. Currently Bingo is subject to a 20% tax rate whereas other types of gambling are only taxed at 15%. It is this difference that has put UK bingo halls in a critical state.
The Bingo Association is attempting to reduce the tax rate applied [...]
Want your own mini casino? The Bellag...
If you are a player looking for privacy and you have a healthy wallet the Bellagio has got the ideal gambling parlor for you.
Owned by MGM Resorts International, the casino, has recently opened a private gaming room named Villa Privé.
However there is a catch, the access to the 2,600-square-foot arena is accessible by invitation only and spe [...]
Green Light for SecureTrading Inc. to...
LAS VEGAS, April 18, 2013 /PRNewswire/ — SecureTrading Inc., a leading independent online payment and security provider, has been granted a license today by the Nevada Gaming Commission to offer payment processing, patron ID and geolocation services for Internet gambling within the state. Building on years of experience in the online pa [...]
Ladbrokes issues profit warning
Earlier today, Ladbrokes, Britain’s second largest bookmaker, has issued a shock profit warning. The company, which still owns and operates over 2,000 betting shops in the UK warned that it expected annual operating profit to fall this year following a poor first-quarter performance in online gaming and horse racing. Its shares slipped [...]