Online Gambling
IGT Purchases Double Down Interactive
A Nevada based reputed slot machine producer, International Game Technology (IGT) entered into an acquisition deal recently with an online gambling company, Double Down Interactive. The deal has been settled … more
New Jersey makes Efforts to Regulate Online Gambling
With Nevada having adopted regulations for online poker, New Jersey missed its opportunity to become the first US state to regulate online gambling. The state is all set to take … more
DOJ Announcement Led to Rise in Stocks of Gambling Firms
A few days ago, the US Department of Justice (DOJ) clarified its stance on the Wire Act. DOJ stated that the Wire Act holds good only for sports betting activities. … more
Playtech-Powered Boyle Casino Launched
Ireland based online gambling firm Boyle Sports offers gambling products like poker, bingo and sports betting. Recently, the company has launched a casino site called Boyle Casino. It is powered … more
Justice Department Changes Opinion Regarding Online Gambling in the US
The year 2011 had been quite difficult for the entire online gambling industry. Three major gambling rooms were closed down by the US Department of Justice (DOJ) in April. This … more
Online Gaming Legislation in the UK may Include Secondary Fee for License Holders
The Treasury of the United Kingdom is due to conclude its review of the market for online gaming in Britain. The online gambling industry is valued at £1.7 billion. According … more
House Subcommittee to Reconvene to Discuss Online Gaming Legislation
After a hearing at the end of October ended on a positive note, the subcommittee of the House of Representatives will reconvene in November to discuss online gaming and the … more
Sportingbet Sells Operations in Turkey
Online gaming company Sportingbet, has agreed to sell its Turkish operations for $197.6 million. The decision was made just days after negotiations with Ladbrokes fell through. Ladbrokes, another betting group, … more
Malta Faces Serious Competition from Denmark in Terms of Tax Rates
Malta, which is establishing itself in the online gambling industry, will soon face tough competition from Denmark, which is all set to issue gambling licenses to its online gambling platforms. … more
Three Major Gambling Domains Offered for Sale
Casino.net, along with two other major .net gambling domains Poker.net and Sports.net, will be offered for sale, according to a recent report. The sale of these three domains will be … more