Monday 1 April 2013

News update - Back from the Easter Break, we will take a recap on News - Tuesday April 2, 2013




 
 
 

Massachusetts State Lottery's SUPER 50/50 Raffle is back!
BOSTON, Massachusetts (March 28, 2013) -- The Massachusetts State Lottery today announced that it is bringing its SUPER 50/50 Raffle game back this spring. Ticket sales for the limited-time $10 game begin on Sunday, March 31 at all 7,400 Lottery retailers state-wide.
 
 
SAZKA to Launch the New Visual Identity
PRAGUE, Czech Republic (March 27, 2013) - - "The new visual identity for Sazka, is not for us a mere shield or logo face but rather a display of the commitment for all of those who work under the new label, which will stand for a modern, innovative and reliable company" Says Robert Chvatal, CEO and Board Member bet.
 
 
Legislature to Look at New Casino Agreement
BOSTON, Massachusetts (April 1, 2013) -- The State Legislature's is looking at the Governor's new tribal casino agreement; the deal may benefit the western part of the state.
 
 
Soaring Eagle Casino could offer Online Component
Mount Pleasant, Michigan (April 1, 2013) --The Soaring Eagle Casino could be adding an online component to its entertainment options.
 
Council Rejects Satellite Wagering
RIVERSIDE, California (April 1, 2013) -- At a Corona City Council study session last month, four of the five council members indicated their opposition to changing a city ordinance that in general prohibits gambling. Currently, Chapter 9.2 does allow bingo, casino nights and drawings under certain circumstances.
 
 
Telefónica wins competition for Horse Races For the Next Two Seasons
MADRID, Spain (April 1, 2013) -- The technical deployment include high definition mobile units with a staff of eleven cameras located throughout the tour at racetracks La Zarzuela (Madrid), San Sebastian (Lasarte) and Dos Hermanas (Sevilla).
 
 
Sportech Readies to launch Online Wagering
NEW HAVEN, Connecticut (April 1, 2013) -- For Connecticut pari-mutuel players - whether they're computer savvy or not -- Sportech is gearing up to launch its online wagering for harness racing, thoroughbreds, quarter horses, greyhound and jai alai wagering in April and will complete its goal of being one of the most technology advanced wagering operations in the United States.
 
 
MELCO Crown to Launch Road Show Aimed at Attracting Investors
MANILA, Philippines (April 1, 2013) -- MELCO Crown (Philippines) Resorts Corp., the local unit of regional casino giant Melco Crown Entertainment Ltd., is set to begin this month its road show to drum up investor interest in its planned offering of up to one billion shares for capital raising.
 
 
Melco Crown Partner sees profits up 300 pct
MACAU APRIL 1, 2013) -- Melco International Development Ltd - a 33.7 percent shareholder in the Macau casino developer and operator Melco Crown Entertainment Ltd - reported a threefold increase in profit during 2012.

 
Policies Intended To Regulate Sports Betting From Scratch Michael Simoner Der Standard
VIENNA / BRUSSELS (March 28, 2013) - SPÖ Consumer Protection spokesman Johann Maier has come out and heavily criticised Betting on virtual or recorded competitions, saying "The door is open to manipulations."
 
 
Debate Questions if State has Reached Saturation Point for Gaming Facilities
Revenue at Wisconsin's 20 Indian casinos has dropped 5 percent from 2007 to 2011, fuelling the argument that the state has reached the saturation point with gaming facilities
 
 
Marc Schorr to Retire As Chief Operating Officer of Wynn Resorts
LAS VEGAS (April 1, 2013) -- Marc Schorr, chief operating officer of Wynn Resorts, Limited, will retire effective June 1, the Las Vegas-based gaming company announced Thursday in a filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission.

 
Hoosier Lottery to Expand Hours Retailers Can Sell Lottery Tickets
INDIANAPOLIS, Indiana (March 30, 2013) -- The private operator of the Hoosier Lottery is expanding the hours that convenience stores and other outlets can sell lottery tickets, a change that allows those sales to continue late into the night.


Retailer Expands Store to Serve Nevada Gamblers
LAS VEGAS (March 30, 2013) -- Nevada gamblers who want to buy California lottery tickets in Primm have been known to wait hours in line for a ticket.


Nigeria Loses N2b Monthly Due to Delay in the implementation of the Lottery Platform
LAGOS, Nigeria (March 27, 2013) -- Nigeria is losing revenue in excess of N2billion monthly as a result of the delay in the implementation of the Lottery Platform As a Service (LPAAS) Project by the National Lottery Regulatory Commission (NLRC), it was learnt yesterday.


Council of Churches Pushes for NSW Gambling Inquiry
SYDNEY, NSW, Australia (March 30, 2013) -- The New South Wales Council of Churches has called on the State Government to hold an inquiry into problem gambling.


Paddy Power Unveils Latest Ad for 'We Hear You' campaign
LONDON, UK (March 30, 2013) -- Paddy Power has unveiled its 'Tip Tracker Psychic' advert developed by Crispin Porter + Bogusky, which comes as part of the We Hear You campaign.


Arkansas Gold Rush Non-winning Tickets Produce Trips, Big-screen Televisions for Players
LITTLE ROCK, Arkansas (March 28, 2013)-The Arkansas Gold Rush Second Chance Promotion has produced a number of big winners around Arkansas


Texas Lottery launching new Star Trek Scratch off Game
Attempts to set a Guinness World Record
AUSTIN, Texas (March 30, 2013) -- To kick-off the new Star Trek ™ scratch-off game the Texas Lottery® will today attempt to set a Guinness World Record by having the most people dressed as Star Trek characters at one event. The Texas Lottery will be joined at the event by the legendary William Shatner, Star Trek's original Captain James T. Kirk.


Credit Unions Launch 'Save to Win' Lottery Style Promotions
SEATTLE, Washington (March 30, 2013) -- Washington credit unions are pitching a lottery with cash prizes to encourage people to start saving money. The "Save to Win" plan promises monthly and annual drawings for cash prizes, with one entry ticket issued for each $25 deposit made into a 12-month certificate of deposit.


Aristocrat Expands Systems Footprint and Relationship with Seneca-Cayuga Tribe of Oklahoma
LAS VEGAS (March 29, 2013) - Aristocrat is expanding its systems footprint in Oklahoma and its relationship with the Seneca-Cayuga Tribe of Oklahoma. Aristocrat has won a highly competitive contract and will install its award-winning Oasis 360™ system at the Tribe's new Grand Lake Casino in Miami, Oklahoma. Grand Lake Casino Miami is expected to open in May 2013.


National Lottery Cannot Grow without Online Ticket Purchases
DUBLIN, Ireland (March 30, 2013) -- Public Expenditure Minister Brendan Howlin has said that the National Lottery will "run out of steam" unless it can sell more Lotto tickets online.


Big Success At Enada Rimini For Magic Dreams!
RIMINI, Italy (March 30, 2013) -- Magic Dreams is really satisfied about the important results obtained in the AWP Italian Market. ENADA Rimini finished with great success for Magic Dreams which had the opportunity to show its flagship products like Rock'n Fish and Xcalibur, together with interesting novelties. The company is prepared to live a brilliant season.

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