Thursday 14 February 2013





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 TODAY'S HEADLINES

Friday February 15, 2013

 LOTTERY NEWS

  1. Government Stages Public Lottery Draw to Dispel Rumours of Rigging.
  2. Lottery’s St. Patrick’s Day Raffle Features Four $1 Million Prizes.

LEGAL, LEGISLATIVE, POLITICAL & GOVERNMENT

  1. Attorney General Rejects PA Lottery Contract.
  2. Gambling Market in Bulgaria Now Opened to Countries Outside the EU.
  3. Review of Liquor Act May Result in Hotels & Clubs Opening on Days of Tradition, and an Increase in Poker Machine Stakes.
  4. Switzerland Eyes New Gambling Tax Legislation.
  5. Bill Before Assembly Removes Final Restrictions to Online Gambling.
  6. No Consultation with Bookmakers and Betting Agencies over Crime Commission Claims.
  7. Budget to Include $80 Million in Revenue for Expanded Gaming.
  8. Future of American Sports Betting to be Played Out in Courts.
  9. Government's Motive for Secondary Taxation and Licensing Questioned.
  10. Bill to Allow Live Table Gaming Passes Appropriations Committee.
  11. Former US President May Intervene in Norwegian Postcode Lottery Dispute.
  12. State Auditor to Conduct Routine Audit of Missouri Gaming Commission.
  13. No Agreement Reached in Former Massachusetts Treasurer's Lottery Case.
  14. Representatives Pass Small Games of Chance Legislation.
  15. Lottery Commission Bans Papal Votes.
  16. Democrats of Both Houses Support Changes in Internet Wagering Bill.
  17. Bill Would Ban Headphones on Poker Machines.
  18. Inspired Gaming and William Hill Make Joint Ex-Gratia Payment to Responsible Gambling Trust.
MARKETING and SPONSORSHIP

  1. Health Lottery’s Media Planning and Buying Account Moves to Mediacom.
  2. Newspaper Critical of Loto Campaign to Attract Younger Players.
  3. Paddy Power in Marketing Freefall Again with New Campaign - ‘Yes We Vati-Can.”

VENDOR NEWS

  1. INTRALOT Obtains Assurance Report on the Integrity of Operations at the Netherlands.
  2. Microgaming’s Multi-Player Platform Set to Seduce Players This Valentine’s Day.
  3. Leap Forward Gaming Announce Launch of SaffariNet® Picture-in-Picture Ecosystem at Sands® Macao.
  4. Money Centres of America Adds One Million Player-Strong Database to Its Player's Bank™ Program.
  5. Table Trac Signs Its Second Casino Management System Contract in California.
MARKET WATCH

  1. William Hill Extends Datacash Deal.
  2. Pinnacle Entertainment Reports Record Revenue in 2012.
  3. Kansas Casino Goes Against Trend, Reporting Higher Figures In January.

CASINO NEWS

  1. Casino Control Commission Issues Gambling License to Ohio’s Fourth and Final Voter-Approved Casino.

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Attorney Rejects Lottery Contract
HARRISBURG, Pennsylvania (February 14, 2013) -- Pennsylvania Attorney General Kathleen Kane said Thursday that she has rejected a contract sought by Gov. Tom Corbett that would let a British firm manage the $3.5 billion Pennsylvania Lottery, saying it contravenes the state constitution

Gambling Market in Bulgaria Opened to Countries Outside the EU
SOFIA, Bulgaria (February 14, 2013) -- As a result of the recent changes to the Gambling Act, the organizers of gambling in countries outside the EU will be able to operate in Bulgaria without having to comply with any restrictions

Review of Liquor Act May Result in Hotels & Clubs Opening on Days of Tradition, and an Increase in Poker Machine Stakes
BRISBANE, Queensland (February 15, 2013) -- The scrapping of pub and gambling bans on Good Friday, Christmas Day and Anzac Day is being considered as part of a major overhaul of Queensland's liquor licensing laws

Switzerland Eyes New Gambling Tax Legislation
BRUSSELS, Belgium (February 14, 2013) -- The Swiss Federal Administration has recently unveiled details of the Federal Council's plans for a new gambling law, including plans to introduce a new concept for the taxation of betting gains.

Bill Before Assembly Removes Final Restrictions to Online Gambling
CARSON CITY, Nevada (February 14, 2013) -- A bill before the Nevada Assembly removes the final restrictions preventing online gambling's full arrival. The Associated Press writes that Democratic Las Vegas Assemblyman William C. Horne introduced AB114 during the floor session Wednesday.

No Consultation with Bookmakers and Betting Agencies over ACC claims
Claim that the Australian Crime Commission made its allegations of match-fixing in sport without any proof from betting records
SYDNEY, Australia (February 15, 2013) -- Reports today indicate that bookmakers and betting agencies last night shot down the claims of rorting and links to organised crime that were outlined in the ACC report last week.

Budget to Include $80 Million in Revenue for Expanded Gaming
A presentation is coming today from Gov. Maggie Hassan
SALEM, New Hampshire (February 14, 2013) -- WMUR is reporting that a budget plan set to be outlined today before the Legislature by Gov. Maggie Hassan will include $80 million in revenue for expanded gaming.

Bill to Allow Live Table Gaming Passes Indiana Appropriations Committee
INDIANAPOLIS, Indiana (February 14, 2013) -- A bill that would allow casinos to install live-dealer table games has won another hand in the Indiana General Assembly

INTRALOT Obtains Assurance Report On The Integrity Of Operations At The Netherlands
ATHENS, Greece (February 14, 2013) -- INTRALOT has achieved an assurance report on the control design and effectiveness of the operations and systems it provides to the two Dutch Lotteries, Staatsloterij and De Lotto, according to the International Standard on Assurance Engagements (ISAE) 3402, 'Assurance Reports on Controls at a Service Organisation', issued by the International Auditing and Assurance Standards Board.

Microgaming's Multi-Player Platform Set To Seduce Players This Valentine's Day
ISLE OF MAN (February 14, 2013) -- Microgaming (www.microgaming.co.uk) is set to satisfy lovers of multi-player slots this Valentine's Day with the expansion of its product portfolio. Today, Microgaming announces the release of Avalon community slot game, and the introduction of a multi-player tournament slot, Immortal Romance.

Leap Forward Gaming Announces Launch of SaffariNet® Picture-in-Picture Ecosystem at Sands® Macao
RENO, Nevada (February 14, 2013) -- Leap Forward Gaming, Inc. (LFG) has a history of creating groundbreaking products that forever change the way the gaming industry does business. Now the company has done it again, this time with its revolutionary patented Picture-in-Picture (PiP) technology that was recently installed at Sands Macao, one of the Venetian Macau Limited (VML) family of casino properties. VML is a subsidiary of Sands China Ltd.

Camelot UK Lotteries Limited Appoints Tim Copper
LONDON, UK (February 14, 2013) -- Camelot UK Lotteries Limited has today announced that it is to appoint Tim Copper to the newly-created post of Digital Director as the company looks to further focus on its growing digital activities

Lottery's St. Patrick's Day Raffle Features Four $1mil Prizes 509 winners will be selected for prizes ranging from $1,000 to $1mil
CHICAGO, Illinois (February 13, 2013) -- Adults looking to find a pot of gold at the end of the rainbow will soon be able to try their luck at winning one of 509 available prizes in the Illinois Lottery's popular St. Patrick's Day Millionaire Raffle. Tickets go on sale this Friday at more than 8,100 retailers throughout the state, and will remain on sale through March 17th or until the 500,000 available tickets are sold out.

Secretary on Ageing Hails the Benefits of Lottery Privatization
HARRISBURG, Pennsylvania (February 13, 2013) -- The state Attorney General is continuing a review of a contract that would turn over management of the Pennsylvania Lottery to a British firm.

Former President May Intervene in Lottery Dispute
OSLO, Norway (February 12, 2103) - Norwegian Tipping and Norwegian Postal Code Association have been in dispute for several months over a proposed game in association with post code locations, it is noted that Norwegian National Lottery recently won a lawsuit against its perceived plagiarism of the concept.

Routine Audit of Missouri Gaming Commission Announced
JEFFERSON, Missouri (February 13, 2013) -- State Auditor Tom Schweich announced today that his office has started an audit of the Missouri Gaming Commission. State law requires the auditor to audit all state agencies.

No Agreement Reached in Massachusetts Treasurer Tim Cahill Case
BOSTON, Massachusetts (February 13, 2013) -- Two months after a judge declared a mistrial in a corruption case against former Massachusetts Treasurer Tim Cahill, prosecutors and Cahill's lawyers have not reached an agreement on resolving the case.

Representatives Pass Legislation on Small Games Of Chance
Legislation will Now Allow Selected Raffles and Charitable Fundraising Games
HARRISBURG, Pennsylvania (February 14, 2013) -- The Pennsylvania House of Representatives has passed legislation to update the state's small games of chance law,

Gambling Commission in Quebec Bans Papal Votes
MONTREAL, Canada (February 13, 2013) --The provincial lottery commission says it will not follow the lead of some foreign gambling houses that allow people to place bets on who might inherit St. Peter's throne.

VCAT Rules on Poker Machine Plan for Historic City after a Year in Courts
VICTORIA, Australia (February 14, 2013) -- Mount Alexander Shire has won their appeal against new poker machines in Castlemaine. The decision, released this morning, has vindicated the council in its year-long contest in the Victorian Civil and Administrative Tribunal (VCAT).

Democrats of Both Houses Support Changes in Internet Wagering Bill
Operators Of Online Sites Would Contribute Significantly More Funding For Problem Gambling Services
EAST WINDSOR, New Jersey (February 13, 2013) -- Approval of online gambling in New Jersey - due to come to a vote by month's end -is expected to be linked to increase funding to help residents combat problem gambling.

Bill put forward to Legislative Assembly to Prevent the Introduction of Gaming Machines with Headphones
CANBERRA, Australia (February 14, 2013) -- Greens MLA Shane Rattenbury will move today to ban headphones on poker machines in the ACT.

Newspaper Critical of Loto Campaign to Attract Younger Players
MONTREAL, Quebec City, Canada (February 13, 2013) - Loto-Québec is making an unprecedented effort to promote gambling among university students. It's co-sponsoring the University Poker Championship, and print publication the Montreal Gazette has been highly critical of this move by the Lottery Agency.

Paddy Power in Marketing Freefall Again with New Campaign 'Yes We Vati-Can"
LONDON, UK (February 13, 2013) -- Paddy Power is today running tactical press ads headlined 'Yes we vati-can' across the national press, and has promised to "throw the kitchen sink" at the forthcoming papal election.

Loto-Québec and Rendez-Vous Du Cinéma Québécois: It's A Premier Partnership!
MONTRÉAL, Canada (February 12, 2013) -- Loto-Québec is highly enthusiastic about its front row role among the premier Rendez-vous du cinéma québécois (RVCQ) partners for the second straight year. This remarkable showcase of Québec cinema for more than 30 years now returns at various venues in the Latin Quarter of Montréal, from February 21st to March 3rd.

Money Centers of America Adds 1 Million Player-Strong Database to Its Player's Bank(TM) Program, Providing Large, Attractive Player Base for Land-Based and Online Operators
KING OF PRUSSIA, Pennsylvania (February 6, 2013) -- Money Centers of America, Inc., a financial technology and payments company for land-based and online gaming operators, is adding a database of one million players to its technologically advanced Player's Bank™ Program.

Table Trac, Inc. Signs its 2nd Casino Management System Contract in California with Signing of the Pit River Tribe
MINNETONKA, Minnesota (February 6, 2013) -- Table Trac, Inc. (OTCQB: TBTC), a developer and provider of casino information and management systems that automate and monitor the operations of casinos, today announced the completion of a new systems contract to provide the Pit River Tribe with a casino management system at the Pit River Casino in Burney, California.

William Hill Extends Datacash Deal
LONDON, UK (February 13, 2013) -- Payments services provider, DataCash, a MasterCard company, has today announced it has signed an extended contract with leading online gaming operator William Hill.

Pinnacle Entertainment Reports Record Revenue in 2012
LAS VEGAS (February 13, 2013) -- Las Vegas-based Pinnacle Entertainment reported record revenue in 2012 and will continue plans to close on its deal to acquire Ameristar Casinos this year, a move that would give the company its first Nevada properties.

Casino Goes Against Trend, Reporting Higher Figures In January
WICHITA, Kansas (February 13, 2013) -- The Kansas Star Casino bucked a trend by finishing with higher gambling revenue in January than in December, according to the latest figures from the Kansas Lottery

Licence Granted to Fourth and Final Voter-Approved Casino, Despite Concerns over Debt Level of Developer
CINCINNATTI, Ohio (February 13, 2013) -- The Ohio Casino Control Commission on Wednesday issued a gambling license to Ohio's fourth and final voter-approved casino despite the $20 billion in debt of one of its developers

Speculation that Revel Entertainment is Seeking Assistance with Debt
ATLANTIC CITY, New Jersey (February 13, 2013) -- New Jersey's top casino regulator says Revel Entertainment is seeking outside help with its finances as it struggles with over $1 billion worth of debt.

William Grounds Elected To MGM Resorts International Board Of Directors
LAS VEGAS, (February 12, 2013) -- MGM Resorts International (NYSE: MGM) announced today the Company's Board of Directors has elected William Grounds to serve as a member of its Board of Directors.

Wednesday 13 February 2013

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Keno Adds Extra Dimension for Delaware
FENWICK ISLAND, Delaware (February 10, 2013) -- Delaware has made a conscious effort to expand its lottery, with the newest campaign coming in the form of Keno added to 81 locations throughout the state.

'EuroVegas' Gambling Complex to be Built Near Madrid
After £8.3 Billion Financing Secured Europe's biggest casino and conference centre to bring jobs, but also fears of gambling addiction, prostitution and mafia activities
MADRID, Spain (February 11, 2013) -- EuroVegas' Gambling complex to be built near Madrid will become one of Europe's biggest building sites, creating tens of thousands of jobs in recession-hit Spain

Aspect Gaming Completes Acquisition of Games Developer
Adds Proprietary Baccarat Games to its Extensive Library of Casino Games Focused on the Asian Player
SHANGHAI and LAS VEGAS (February 2013) -- Aspect™ Gaming announced the acquisition of Longshot Interactive, further strengthening Aspect's leadership position as the premier supplier of Asian-focused casino content. The acquisition adds a valuable portfolio of proprietary baccarat variants to Aspect's existing library of slot offerings.

LiveOnlineCasino.it AAMS Adds Two More Casinos in the Gambling Reviewed Portal
LiveOnlineCasino.it, Italian portal of reviews and information about the best casino online Italian, is enhanced with the addition of two other famous casinos.
LONDON, U.K. (February 11, 2013) -- You can now see, in addition to the reviews already present, even information regarding Bwin and 32Red Casino , which has recently been approved by AAMS to operate the Italian market.

Auction for VLT Rights After B Plus?
ITALY (February 12, 2013) -- According to the press, the Italian Administrative Court of Appeal (the "Consiglio di Stato") has rejected today B Plus appeal against the decision of the court of first instance to reject the request of suspension of AAMS' decision to refuse the renewal of B Plus' video lottery and AWP license.

New Developments for the German Gambling Landscape
GERMANY (February 8, 2013) -- On January 24th 2013 two highly anticipated decisions were made in Germany concerning Gambling regulations, one by the Federal Court of Justice and another one by the parliament of Schleswig-Holstein, one of the 16 federal states in Germany. These two decisions change yet again the legal situation concerning online gambling in Germany and lead to new legal uncertainties.

Missouri Lottery To Add 1-OFF Feature to Pick 3, Pick 4
PITTSBURGH, Pennsylvania (February 13, 2013) -- Arizona Gaming Designs, LLC, has teamed up with the Missouri Lottery to offer its new play type, 1-OFF™, on the Lottery's Pick 3 and Pick 4 games.

Private Members' Motion Put Forward Urging Minister To Reconsider Plans To Sell Off National Lottery
DUBLIN, Ireland (February 13, 2013) - Independent Senator Marie-Louise O'Donnell today moved a private members' motion in the Seanad, calling on Minister for Public Expenditure Brendan Howlin to reconsider his plans to sell-off the national lottery licence.

Lottery Bill Advances To Full Senate Legislation Would Allow Wyoming To Enter National Powerball Games
CHEYENNE, Wyoming (February 13, 2013) -- A bill to create a lottery in Wyoming is moving forward despite some concerns that it will bring in few dollars or end up costing the state in the long run.

Consultation on New Types Of Games & Betting, In Particular, Slots & Cross-Betting.
Decision Based On Analysis Of Submissions
MADRID, Spain (February 13, 2013) -- The Spanish gambling authority, Dirección General de Ordenación del Juego (DGOJ), is inviting participation in a consultation process regarding the possibility of introducing new types of games & betting, in particular, slots & cross-betting. It invites any interested party to submit information based on the following points:

Senators Share Concern that Expanded Gambling will Impact on Existing Casinos
YORK, Pennsylvania (February 13, 2013) -- Several York County senators are concerned a contract to privatize the lottery system will lead to expanded gambling that could hurt casinos.

Nine Years of EuroMillions Magic
LONDON, UK (February 9, 2013) -- February 13th marks the ninth anniversary since the first EuroMillions draw was held in Paris in 2004.

INTRALOT Adopts COBIT® 5 To Maximise Innovation And Value
ATHENS, Greece (February 13, 2013) -- INTRALOT announces its successful implementation of COBIT® 5, the 2012 edition of ISACA's globally accepted business framework for the governance and management of enterprise IT.

ACEP Interactive Launches acePLAYpoker.com
LAS VEGAS, Nevada (February 12, 2013) -- ACEP Interactive, LLC, the iGaming arm of American Casino & Entertainment Properties LLC, officially launches its free to play poker website, acePLAYpoker.com, on Tuesday, February 12, 2013.

New Lottery System 100% Based on the Innovating Bitcoin Cryptocurrency Technology has Just Been Released
BitMillions.com is the first fully automated and cheat-proof lottery system that features provably fair technology based on the Bitcoin Blockchain. It promises to revolutionize the online gambling industry.

Playtech Goes Live With Mobile Bingo Application for Sky Bingo
LONDON, UK (February 12, 2013) -- Playtech, the international designer, developer and licensor of software for the online, mobile, TV and land-based gaming industry, has recently launched its new Bingo iOS app for one of its major licensees, Sky Bet.

Unibet Group plc - Year End Report January - December 2012 (unaudited)
"An important part of Unibet's strategic investment continues to be focused on Kambi Sports Solutions, which is also developing good momentum as we start 2013. All the new clients signed in 2012 are now live with Kambi. Since the full operational separation of Kambi was completed in 2012, it is clear that Kambi is seen as a credible and attractive partner for major operators."

James Roswell Comments: Cantor Fitzgerald LP Buys Parts of British Brokerage
NEW YORK, NY (February 12, 2013) -- Cantor Fitzgerald LP, the U.S. brokerage led by Howard Lutnick, agreed to buy parts of Seymour Pierce Ltd., a 168-year-old British stockbroker, out of administration.

London Capital Group Holdings PLC:
Statement Re Share Price Movement
LONDON, UK (February 12, 2013) -- London Capital Group Holdings plc ("LCG", "London Capital Group" or the "Company") Statement re: rise in LCG's share price.

Betgenius appoints bwin's Markku Kolehmainen as Trading Director
LONDON< UK (February 13, 2013) -- Betgenius Limited is pleased to announce the appointment of Markku Kolehmainen who joins the company in a newly created role of Trading Director

Tuesday 12 February 2013

News from my desk Wednesday February 13, 2013 @ 3PM AEST





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Attorney General Defends Contract Process, Politics and Finance are Not the Focus
HARIISBURG, Pennsylvania (February 12, 2013) -- Attorney General Kathleen Kane is showing no signs of breaking under the pressure being applied by Gove. Tom Corbett's administration to get her to approve the contract he signed with the United Kingdom-based Camelot Global Services PA, LLC to take over management of the Pennsylvania Lottery.

Bill Passed For Tax on Online Bets placed for Horse Racing
ST LOUIS, Kentucky (February 12, 2103) -- The House budget committee unanimously approved a bill Tuesday that would tax bets placed on horse races via telephone or the Internet.

Government Faces Lawsuit Over Casino Smoking Bill
AUCKLAND, New Zealand (February 13, 2013) -- The Government is being sued for allowing gamblers to smoke at SkyCity casino in a landmark case which could see the end of smoker-friendly areas at bars and restaurants

AAMS Meets to Lay Path for Protection of Children And Prevention Of Compulsive Gambling
The High Committee of Vigilance games strengthens controls on game child prevention and combat criminal infiltration
ROME, Italy (February 12, 2013) -- It is announced that at the Customs Agency and Monopoli, it is High Supervisory Committee met on the Suppression of illegal gambling and for the safety of game and children, established by Decree-Law n. 78 of 2009.

The Duma Approves Smoking Bill in Final Reading
MOSCOW, Russia (February 12, 2013) -- Russia's lower house of parliament, the State Duma, on Tuesday approved a bill banning smoking in public places in its third and final reading. The ban, which takes effect on June 1, was passed by a 441 to one vote

Bill on Internet Sweepstakes at Top of House Agenda
TOLEDO, Ohio (February 12, 2013) -- Internet sweepstakes cafés are near the top of the Ohio House's agenda this year.

Bill Pushes for Tax on Internet Poker
CARSON CITY, Nevada (February 12, 2103) -- The Nevada State Gaming Control Board is pushing for legislation in the Nevada Senate to tax the net profits of internet poker tournaments.

Mississippi House Passes Bill to Ban Internet Sweepstake Lounges
JACKSON, Mississippi (February 12, 2013) -- The Mississippi House on Tuesday passed a measure banning Internet cafes where customers gamble for prizes in online games. States across the country have been enforcing legislation on these "Internet sweepstakes parlors," which opponents say exploit legal loopholes to simulate the act of gambling, unregulated.

Conflict of Interest Perceived as Reason for Casino Opening Lawsuit Alleges
SAN JOSE, California (February 12, 2013) -- Casino M8trix has filed a lawsuit against San Jose Police Department, San Jose City and others, claiming that it took too long to open the gambling center near the airport and that one key reason for the delay was because of an alleged conflict of interest.

French Games Supports Safe Internet Day
PARIS, France (February 5, 2013) - Safer Internet Day, is a European event held on February 5, 2013 for the education of the proper use of the Internet and Sustainable Development of this resource.

SKYCITY Positioned For Growth With Exciting Developments in New Zealand and Australia
AUCKLAND, New Zealand (February 13, 2013) - SKYCITY Entertainment Group today announced a normalised Net Profit after Tax (NPAT) of $74.4 million for the six months ended 31 December 2012 - down $2.6m from $77.0m in the same period last year, which was positively impacted by an estimated $4.7m from the Rugby World Cup (RWC) in New Zealand. Normalised revenues increased to $495.7m up from $489.0m last year which included $11.5 from the RWC. Excluding the RWC impact normalised revenues were up from $477.5m - up 3.8%.

Mecca Bingo Announces £324 million Paid in Prize Money To Customers Playing Online
LONDON, UK (February 12, 2013) -- Mecca has announced it paid out almost £324 million in prize money to customers playing online, on mobile and in clubs throughout 2012, which equates to over £27 million of prize money per month.

American Gaming Systems® (AGS) Launches Blackbeard's Treasure™
LAS VEGAS, Nevada (February 7, 2013) - American Gaming Systems (AGS®), a leading designer, manufacturer and operator of gaming machines with more than 7,500 installed units, announced today that it has recently installed Blackbeard's Treasure™ at Pechanga Resort & Casino and Thunder Valley Casino Resort in California

European Casino Association Reviewed the Achievements of 2012
MADRID, Spain (February 9, 2013) -- At the last meeting of the European Association of Casinos (ECA, for its acronym in English), the constituent members were satisfied with the achievements during 2012, especially in the fight against illegality, and analysed for future participation on responsible gaming programs.

Symposium of Gambling
STUTTGART, Germany (February 12, 2013) -- The Forschungssstelle gambling Hohenheim University held on 7 and 8 March, entitles the "Symposium gambling" in Stuttgart. The focus is on addiction, fraud and crime risk potential of gambling.

GEObet Network hosting important iGaming conference for all Native Tribal Nations in the Western Hemisphere
ALBERTA, Canada (February 11, 2013) -- GEObet Network is to host the Oklahoma Tribes & GEObet iGaming Conference on February 18th.

SHFL entertainment to Announce First Quarter 2013 Results
LAS VEGAS, (February 12, 2013) -- SHFL entertainment, Inc. (NASDAQ Global Select Market: SHFL) ("SHFL" or the "Company") announced today that it will hold a conference call to discuss its operating results for the first quarter ended January 31, 2013, with the details as follows:

SkyCity First Half Profit Falls
WELLINGTON, New Zealand (February 12, 2013) -- New Zealand gaming company SkyCity Entertainment Ltd's first half profits fell nearly 16 percent on flat earnings, but according to Reuters news service it said Wednesday that it was confident of a full year result to match last year.

Fourth Quarter Results Reach DKK 590 Million, Emphasis on Sports Betting
COPENHAGEN, Denmark (February 12, 2013) -- The Danish regulator has issued the results of fourth quarter 2012 online gambling operations in the dedicated market, flagging an improvement over Q3 numbers, led by higher sports betting GGR.

Revenue Drop for Casinos in Missouri
ST LOUIS, Missouri (February 12, 2013) -- The Missouri Gaming Commission reports nearly every casino in the state saw revenue drop in January compared to last year.

Figures Show German Sports Betting far Greater than Previously Assumed by the State
KIEL, Germany (February 11, 2103) -- Until now, only rough estimates of how much the Germans spend each year on sports betting has been available

Video Gambling Figures at $2.5 Million for January
ILLINOIS (February 12, 2013) - Figures are in showing the State of Illinois made about $2.5 million dollars off of Illinois gamblers last month

Two Casinos Licences Granted In Peru to Dreams Corporation
PERU/CHILE (February 12, 2013) -- The Peruvian subsidiary of Dreams Corporation obtained the license of the Ministry of Foreign Commerce and Tourism of Peru to operate the gambling venues New York City and New York Casino, both located in Lima. The venues count together with approximately 500 slots and 20 gambling tables.

Attorney General Under Pressure to Sign Lottery Contract
MECHANICSBURG, Pennsylvania (February 12, 2013) -- Attorney General Kathleen Kane might technically have 30 more days to review the lottery management contract that Gov. Tom Corbett wants her to sign.

Advice - Evidence Session: Pre-Legislative Scrutiny of the Draft Gambling (Licensing & Advertising) Bill

The Line Between Regulator and Competitor is Fine
MANILA, Philippines (February 12, 2013) -- A regulator cannot be a competitor. Philippine Gaming and Amusement Corp. (Pagcor) is the licensor of all gaming operations in the Philippines but it is also in the gambling business.

Playtech Goes Live With Mobile Bingo Application for Sky Bingo
LONDON, UK (February 12, 2013) -- Playtech, the international designer, developer and licensor of software for the online, mobile, TV and land-based gaming industry, has recently launched its new Bingo iOS app for one of its major licensees, Sky Bet.

IGT Extends Interactive Foothold in Italy Through Supply Partnership With iSoftBet
LONDON, UK (February 12, 2013) - International Game Technology (NYSE:IGT), the global leader in driving technology innovations in the gaming industry, today announced that it has partnered with iSoftBet to provide content to the Italian iGaming market

New Business Generated At Egaming Exhibition
ISLE of MAN (February 12, 2013) - It's hoped new eGaming business could be on its way to the Island following a successful conference in London last week.

Russian Sports Website Partners with Online Games Group
LONDON, UK (February 12, 2013) -- Online games group Zattikka announced Monday a new partnership with Russian sports website Championat.

Atlantic City Casino's Report Decline in Figures for January
ATLANTIC CITY, New Jersey (February 12, 2013) - According to data from the Associated Press, revenue from Atlantic City's 12 casinos fell by 13.2 percent in January, compared with a year ago. And Revel, the city's newest casino - which had been viewed as a potential catalyst for an Atlantic City comeback - had its second-worst month ever.

Region Should Have Not One but Two Opportunities to Vote on Casino Plans
HAMILTON, Ontario (February 12, 2013) -- The head of the Ontario Lottery and Gaming Corporation says Hamilton will have not one, but two opportunities to say yes or no to a new casino.

Gaming Control Board to Hear Casino Proposals
HARRISBURG, Pennsylvania (February 12, 2013) -- Members of the Gaming Control Board - and the public - will get their first chance Tuesday to hear sales pitches from the six applicants vying for Philadelphia's second casino license.

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Wednesday February 13, 2013

LOTTERY NEWS

  1. Florida Lottery Has Record-Breaking Week with More Than $63 Million in Scratch-Off Sales.
  2. Consumers' Foundation Investigation Claims Retailers Continue to Sell Lottery Tickets to Minors.
LEGAL, LEGISLATIVE, POLITICAL & GOVERNMENT

  1. Attorney General Under Pressure to Sign Lottery Contract.
  2. Pre-Legislative Scrutiny of the Draft Gambling (Licensing & Advertising) Bill.
  3. The Line Between Regulator and Competitor is Fine.
  4. Lawmakers Aim to Change Gambling Rules for Social Clubs.
  5. Nebraska Lawmakers Consider Horse Racing Bills.
  6. Greece Increases the Rate of Tax Applicable to Lottery Prizes.
  7. Senate Leaders Say They Would Accept Governor’s Conditional Veto Terms for Online Gambling Bill.
  8. Poll Shows Texans Want the Right to Vote on Gambling.
  9. Federal Government Approves Californian Tribe’s Gambling Authorization.
  10. MGM Grand International Requests Hearing to Reapply for Casino License.
  11. Gaming Commission Sets Deadlines for Casino Proposals.
 
MARKETING and SPONSORSHIP

  1. Gambling Advertising Comes Under Fire.
  2. Oregon Lottery Launches Second Chance Draw and Player Website.

VENDOR NEWS

  1. Playtech Goes Live with Mobile Application for Sky Bingo.
  2. IGT Extends Interactive Foothold in Italy Through Supply Partnership with iSoftBet.

MARKET WATCH

  1. New Business Generated At Egaming Exhibition.
  2. Russian Sports Website Partners with Online Games Group.
  3. Atlantic City Casino’s Report Decline in Figures for January.
  4. UK Gambling Commission Release Prevalence Stats 2013.
  5. Z Capital Angles for Control of Casino Operator Affinity.
  6. Lottomatica Group Announce 2012 Preliminary Consolidated Results.
  7. Pokerstrategy Wins Court Case Against Pocket Kings
  8. Simpson Thacher Represents Deutsche Bank in €100 Million Senior Notes Offering and Related Revolving Credit Facility for Cirsa.
  9. German Online Gaming Firm Launch Italian Website, Italian Passion, German Reliability.
  10. New Jersey Casino Will Let Patrons Bet from Their Hotel Room.

REMOTE GAMING

  1. Delaware Leads the Race to Online Gaming.

CASINO NEWS

  1. Gaming Control Board to Hear Casino Proposals.
  2. Samoa Gambling Authority Positive About Casino Impact.
  3. Critics Claim Proposed Casino Smoking Ban is a ‘Business Model That Doesn't Work’.
 
PEOPLE IN THE NEWS

  1. Senate Votes Edwin Van Petten to Lead the Minnesota State Lottery
  1. World-Renowned Expert on the Gaming Industry Sadly Loses Battle with Cancer
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Monday 11 February 2013

news from my desk Tuesday February 12, 2013 @ 5AM




Our BLOG Breaking News page is a means of keeping our readers informed on the latest news around the clock, the full release is not published below but will appear within an upcoming edition of the Daily News - we hope that our posts are enough to alert you to any breaking news within the Lottery & Gaming Industry

Scientific Games Completes System Conversion for Loteria Electronica de Puerto Rico as Part of Four-Year Contract Extension
ALPHARETTA, Georgia (February 11, 2013) -- Scientific Games Corporation (Nasdaq: SGMS) today announced the successful completion of an integrated lottery gaming system conversion for Loteria Electronica de Puerto Rico. The conversion was completed as part of a four-year extension agreement with Scientific Games for the operation of Loteria Electronica de Puerto Rico, as well as for marketing, distribution and other services

POLLARD BANKNOTE Awarded New Contract By Veikkaus (National Lottery Of Finland)
WINNIPEG, Manitoba, (February 11, 2013) -- Pollard Banknote Limited (TSX: PBL) (Pollard Banknote) is pleased to announce that it has signed a three-year contract to manufacture and supply instant lottery tickets to Veikkaus (National Lottery of Finland). This new agreement commenced January 1, 2013, and also provides the option for a one-year extension.

Bally Technologies and Amaya Gaming Sign Poker Content Agreement U.S. Partnership Will Also Include Other Online Casino Content
MONTREAL, Canada (February 11, 2013) -- Amaya Gaming Group Inc. (TSX.V: AYA) today announced the signing of a memorandum of understanding with Bally Technologies, Inc. (NYSE: BYI) to integrate Amaya's Ongame Poker Platform ("Ongame") and casino suite into Bally's award-winning iGaming Platform.

Quickspin signs agreement with Gala Interactive
STOCKHOLM, Sweden (February 8, 2013) -- Video slot producer Quickspin enters the UK market through a signed a multi-year agreement with Gala Interactive, enabling all of its brands to access content that is developed by Quickspin.

Paddy Power Pay Out On Manchester United Winning the Premier League Title
LONDON, UK (February 11, 2013) - There may still be 12 games to go in the Premier League but Paddy Power are convinced that Manchester United won't be stopped in their pursuit to reclaim the title from their local rivals and have settled all bets on Sir Alex Ferguson's side ending the season as winners

Arkansas Scholarship Lottery Moves Powerball/Mega Millions/Decades of Dollars Draw Partnership to 40/29 News
LITTLE ROCK, Arkansas (February 8, 2013) -- Attention Powerball, Mega Millions, and Decades of Dollars players in Northwest and West Arkansas! If you want to see the game drawings, tune in to television station KHBS/KHOG?TV (40/29 News) at 10 p.m. starting Friday, February 7, 2013

Growing Trend For Football Clubs To Be Sponsored By Casinos And Online Gambling Companies
NEW YORK, NY (February 11, 2013) -- For decades fans of football have been accustomed to seeing corporate sponsors on team jersey. Many of these sponsors are household names that are known worldwide such as Adidas, Nike, Ford, and others. However, in recent years there has been a growing trend by football clubs to sign sponsorship deals with casinos and online gambling companies.

Russia Opens 24 hour Assistance to Compulsive Gamblers
A St. Petersburg Clinic Will Open To Offer Round-The-Clock Assistance To Compulsive Gamblers
ST. PETERSBURG, Russia (February 11, 2013) -- St. Petersburg-based Bekhterev Psychoneurological Research Institute plans to open a 24-hour clinic for gamblers

New Jersey Approves Online Gaming Governor Christie gave his approval to legislation that allows the state to move forward with online gaming
TRENTON, New Jersey (February 11, 2013) -- Last week New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie put forward a proposal that supports the implementation of Internet gaming in the state. According to the governor's website, Christie concludes that "now is the right time for the state to move forward and again lead the nation by becoming one of the first states" to allow online gaming.

Sports Book Back up and Running within Hours of Raid
TORONTO, Canada (February 11, 2013) -- York Regional Police said high-ranking members of organized crime groups were the target of a recent raid, which took place at the invitation-only event hosted by sports-betting website Platinum SB.

Governor Pushes For Internet Gambling
CARSON CITY, Nevada (February 11, 2013) - Governor Brian Sandoval is making a push for legal Internet gaming within Nevada's borders.

The Illinois Lottery launches 'The Good Life' Family Of Games
Four new instant games offer prizes of up to $10,000 a week for 20 years
CHICAGO, Illinois (February 11, 2013) -- A new, four-ticket family of Lottery instant games are available in all lottery retailers under a new brand positioning: "The Good Life" family of games. Top prize winners can win over $10.4 million in a 20-year payout.

Michigan Lottery Gives over 40,000 reasons to look forward to Tax Day!
LANSING, Michigan (February 11, 2013) -- The Michigan Lottery is launching the all-new $40,000 Tax-Free Raffle on February 11!

Zynga Stock Continues To Rise Due To Potential New Jersey Online Gambling Bill
SAN FRANCISCO (February 11, 2013) -- Zynga's stock is on the rise, an upward trend likely tied to the possibility of a bill in New Jersey that would legalize online gambling.

Inspired Sells UK Amusement Division
LONDON, UK (February 11, 2013) -- The Inspired Gaming Group has sold its amusement and leisure division to Playnation, a private equity-backed management buy-out.

Special Letter to Shareholders; SeanieMac.com to Launch Wagering Operations Next Month
HUNTINGTON, New York ( February 11, 2013) - Compliance Systems Corp (OTCQB: COPI), doing business as SeanieMac Limited, parent company of the all-Irish online sports & casino wagering website www.SeanieMac.com, today issued the following Special Letter to Shareholders from its Chairman of the Board of Directors and Co-Founder Sean McEniff.

National Lottery Operator Appoints Head of Insight
LONDON, UK (February 10, 2013) -- The mobile industry is losing another executive to Camelot with the departure of EE's market and customer insight director Nick Bonney, who will join the National Lottery operator as head of insight

LGA hosts 100 Meetings At Three-Day ICE
MALTA (February 11, 2013) - Around 100 meetings were hosted over three days at the Lotteries and Gaming Authority's stand at a major igaming trade event in London last week. For the 10th year, Malta's regulator was present at ICE at London's Excel Conference Centre between Tuesday and Thursday, and proved yet again to be among the major attractions. ICE hosted a total of more than 40,000 visitors.

Bill to Propose Slots at Airport
LINTHICUM, Maryland (February 9, 2013) -- A new proposal in Annapolis would bring slot machines to the airport. Some say a special slots section inside the airport is a perfect opportunity for a state that is desperate for more transportation dollars.

Online Gaming Firms show Strong Results in light of Lucrative Market Changes
LONDON, UK (February 9, 2013) -- Britain's online gambling firms have been seen to have hit the jackpot after a landmark US ruling paved the way for a lucrative market to be reopened. Almost half a billion pounds was added to the stock market value of firms that could benefit from the changes in the law, which would see online poker and casino games legalised in the state of New Jersey as early as next month.

Montana Gaming Industry sees Seventh Consecutive Quarter of Growth
MISSOULA, Montana (February 10, 2013) -- Montana's gaming industry continues to climb out of the doldrums, with its seventh consecutive quarter of growth, and Missoula County is leading the way

Nevada Casinos Finish Month with Double Digit Increase
CARSON CITY, Nevada (February 10, 2013) - Nevada casinos finished 2012 with a double-digit increase in win, pushing the calendar year's total win to $10.86 billion.

Poker Players Compete for $130,000 in Prizes in Titan Poker's Grand Battle
Parallel races pit players in weekly, monthly, and quarterly competitions; players win prizes as they play poker at Titan Poker's tables and tournaments.
LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM (February 10, 2013) - Poker players are now competing for a share of $130,000 in prizes at Titanpoker.com, the leading online poker room in Europe

Premier Calls for Halt on Betting In Sports
PERTH, Western Australia (February 10, 2013) -- Premier Colin Barnett says there is too much betting in sport and wants tougher controls on gambling, saying he has had enough of betting agencies and bookmakers "bombarding" fans and children.

Claims Facebook Gambling Advertisements are Targeting Minors
LONDON, UK (February 10, 2013) -- Children as young as 13 are being bombarded by gambling firms on Facebook.

Crowns Media Campaign an Outstanding Success
SYDNEY, Australia (February 10, 2013) - The media is today claiming that Team Packer has blitzed all possible entries in any Public Relations Award, with the latest media campaign launched this week.

Arcade Games that Resemble Poker Machines to be Banned
ADELAIDE, South Australia (February 10, 2013) -- Arcade games that resemble poker machines will be banned under proposed laws announced by the State Government today. Print news publication 'The Advertiser' reports that the laws are designed to protect children from "soft gambling" and forming habits that could lead to a gambling addiction, Attorney-General John Rau said.

Calls for Mid-Week Lotto Numbers to be changed to avoid Superstitious Players Feeling Trapped by Ticket Price Rise
GLASGOW, Scotland (February 11, 2013) -- An angered Scots MP has urged grasping lottery executives to re-number the midweek draw's balls from 50-99 - so cash-strapped players won't feel locked in when ticket prices double.

Singapore Pools Conducts Special draws to usher in Chinese New Year
SINGAPORE CITY, Singapore (February 7, 2013) - The Singapore Pools is conducting two draws to usher in Chinese New Year. The Reunion Draw on Friday, comes with a cash prize of $5 million. A $10 million Hong Bao Draw will be held on Feb 22.

Sunday 10 February 2013

News from my desk Monday February 11, 2013 @ 2PM AEST




National Lottery Operator Appoints Head of Insight
LONDON, UK (February 10, 2013) -- The mobile industry is losing another executive to Camelot with the departure of EE's market and customer insight director Nick Bonney, who will join the National Lottery operator as head of insight

LGA hosts 100 Meetings At Three-Day ICE
MALTA (February 11, 2013) - Around 100 meetings were hosted over three days at the Lotteries and Gaming Authority's stand at a major igaming trade event in London last week. For the 10th year, Malta's regulator was present at ICE at London's Excel Conference Centre between Tuesday and Thursday, and proved yet again to be among the major attractions. ICE hosted a total of more than 40,000 visitors.

Bill to Propose Slots at Airport
LINTHICUM, Maryland (February 9, 2013) -- A new proposal in Annapolis would bring slot machines to the airport. Some say a special slots section inside the airport is a perfect opportunity for a state that is desperate for more transportation dollars.

Online Gaming Firms show Strong Results in light of Lucrative Market Changes
LONDON, UK (February 9, 2013) -- Britain's online gambling firms have been seen to have hit the jackpot after a landmark US ruling paved the way for a lucrative market to be reopened. Almost half a billion pounds was added to the stock market value of firms that could benefit from the changes in the law, which would see online poker and casino games legalised in the state of New Jersey as early as next month.

Montana Gaming Industry sees Seventh Consecutive Quarter of Growth
MISSOULA, Montana (February 10, 2013) -- Montana's gaming industry continues to climb out of the doldrums, with its seventh consecutive quarter of growth, and Missoula County is leading the way

Nevada Casinos Finish Month with Double Digit Increase
CARSON CITY, Nevada (February 10, 2013) - Nevada casinos finished 2012 with a double-digit increase in win, pushing the calendar year's total win to $10.86 billion.

Poker Players Compete for $130,000 in Prizes in Titan Poker's Grand Battle
Parallel races pit players in weekly, monthly, and quarterly competitions; players win prizes as they play poker at Titan Poker's tables and tournaments.
LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM (February 10, 2013) - Poker players are now competing for a share of $130,000 in prizes at Titanpoker.com, the leading online poker room in Europe

Premier Calls for Halt on Betting In Sports
PERTH, Western Australia (February 10, 2013) -- Premier Colin Barnett says there is too much betting in sport and wants tougher controls on gambling, saying he has had enough of betting agencies and bookmakers "bombarding" fans and children.

Claims Facebook Gambling Advertisements are Targeting Minors
LONDON, UK (February 10, 2013) -- Children as young as 13 are being bombarded by gambling firms on Facebook.

Crowns Media Campaign an Outstanding Success
SYDNEY, Australia (February 10, 2013) - The media is today claiming that Team Packer has blitzed all possible entries in any Public Relations Award, with the latest media campaign launched this week.

Arcade Games that Resemble Poker Machines to be Banned
ADELAIDE, South Australia (February 10, 2013) -- Arcade games that resemble poker machines will be banned under proposed laws announced by the State Government today. Print news publication 'The Advertiser' reports that the laws are designed to protect children from "soft gambling" and forming habits that could lead to a gambling addiction, Attorney-General John Rau said.

Calls for Mid-Week Lotto Numbers to be changed to avoid Superstitious Players Feeling Trapped by Ticket Price Rise
GLASGOW, Scotland (February 11, 2013) -- An angered Scots MP has urged grasping lottery executives to re-number the midweek draw's balls from 50-99 - so cash-strapped players won't feel locked in when ticket prices double.

Singapore Pools Conducts Special draws to usher in Chinese New Year
SINGAPORE CITY, Singapore (February 7, 2013) - The Singapore Pools is conducting two draws to usher in Chinese New Year. The Reunion Draw on Friday, comes with a cash prize of $5 million. A $10 million Hong Bao Draw will be held on Feb 22.