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| FRIDAY MAY 31st 2013 AFTERNOON NEWS BREAK |
Texas Has Its First Powerball® Jackpot Winner!
$40 Million winning ticket sold in Northeast Texas!
AUSTIN, Texas (May 30, 2013) -- In the tiny Texas town of Bells, one Powerball® ticket was sold that matched all six numbers (9-14-17-49-57, Powerball 2) in last night's drawing for an estimated $40 million
$40 Million winning ticket sold in Northeast Texas!
AUSTIN, Texas (May 30, 2013) -- In the tiny Texas town of Bells, one Powerball® ticket was sold that matched all six numbers (9-14-17-49-57, Powerball 2) in last night's drawing for an estimated $40 million
Tabcorp, NSW Near Betting Deal
SYDNEY, NSW (May 31, 2013) -- Tabcorp Holdings Ltd looks increasingly likely to negotiate a payment with the New South Wales (NSW) government to allow the company to maintain its retail betting monopoly, in part because there appears to be no competitor seeking to break the monopoly
SYDNEY, NSW (May 31, 2013) -- Tabcorp Holdings Ltd looks increasingly likely to negotiate a payment with the New South Wales (NSW) government to allow the company to maintain its retail betting monopoly, in part because there appears to be no competitor seeking to break the monopoly
Bill to Prohibit Sports Betting Machines Passes Senate
CARSON CITY, Nevada (May 30, 2013) -- The Assembly voted unanimously Thursday to pass Senate Bill 416, which prohibits the free-standing sports-betting machines in small establishments with restricted gambling licenses as of July 1.
CARSON CITY, Nevada (May 30, 2013) -- The Assembly voted unanimously Thursday to pass Senate Bill 416, which prohibits the free-standing sports-betting machines in small establishments with restricted gambling licenses as of July 1.
Maryland Lottery and Baltimore Ravens Continue Partnership
Board Of Public Works Approves Contract
BALTIMORE, Maryland (May 30, 2013) -- The Maryland Lottery and Gaming Control Agency (MLGCA) and the Baltimore Ravens have joined forces for the fifth year in a row. The Board of Public Works yesterday approved the contract, which will include the Ravens Champions $2 scratch-off ticket
Board Of Public Works Approves Contract
BALTIMORE, Maryland (May 30, 2013) -- The Maryland Lottery and Gaming Control Agency (MLGCA) and the Baltimore Ravens have joined forces for the fifth year in a row. The Board of Public Works yesterday approved the contract, which will include the Ravens Champions $2 scratch-off ticket
| THURSDAY MAY 30th 2013 AFTERNOON NEWS BREAK |
Sheriff Gaming on Suspicion of Money Laundering
EINDHOVEN, the Netherlands (May 29, 2013) -- Gaming media publications and G3 Newswire are today reporting that the Dutch police and the Dutch gaming authority Kansspelautoriteit have raided the offices of Alderney-licensed Sheriff Gaming in Eindhoven in the Netherlands with a team of more than 150 law enforcement officers, on suspicion of large scale money laundering.
EINDHOVEN, the Netherlands (May 29, 2013) -- Gaming media publications and G3 Newswire are today reporting that the Dutch police and the Dutch gaming authority Kansspelautoriteit have raided the offices of Alderney-licensed Sheriff Gaming in Eindhoven in the Netherlands with a team of more than 150 law enforcement officers, on suspicion of large scale money laundering.
The State Lottery Has Been Found Guilty Of Misleading Participants
HEERHUGOWAARD, Netherlands (May 29, 2013) -- The court in The Hague on Tuesday said the lottery has advertised a higher payout then was actually transacted
HEERHUGOWAARD, Netherlands (May 29, 2013) -- The court in The Hague on Tuesday said the lottery has advertised a higher payout then was actually transacted
Ohio Internet Cafes to File New Affidavits By June
COLUMBUS, Ohio (May 29, 2013) -- Ohio's attorney general is telling more than 600 Internet cafes to file new affidavits with his office by next month
COLUMBUS, Ohio (May 29, 2013) -- Ohio's attorney general is telling more than 600 Internet cafes to file new affidavits with his office by next month
Sports Ministry Dismisses Reports it is in Favour of Legalising Betting
NEW DELHI, India (May 29, 2013) -- The Union sports ministry on Wednesday dismissed reports suggesting that it has favoured legalising betting in the wake of the spot-fixing controversy
NEW DELHI, India (May 29, 2013) -- The Union sports ministry on Wednesday dismissed reports suggesting that it has favoured legalising betting in the wake of the spot-fixing controversy
Bill Proposed as Solution to Fraternal Organizations and Lottery
DOVER, Delaware (May 29, 2013) -- A proposed solution for the stalemate between fraternal and veterans organizations and the Delaware Lottery is in the state Senate.
DOVER, Delaware (May 29, 2013) -- A proposed solution for the stalemate between fraternal and veterans organizations and the Delaware Lottery is in the state Senate.
Charitable Gaming Owners Laud Casino Defeat, but Still face Uncertainty
HAMPTON, New Hampshire (May 28, 2013) -- Some charity gaming owners were reported to have breathed a sigh of relief Wednesday, when the state House of Representatives rejected a bill that would have allowed a casino in New Hampshire, while others are still concerned about the effect that Massachusetts casinos might have on the Granite State.
HAMPTON, New Hampshire (May 28, 2013) -- Some charity gaming owners were reported to have breathed a sigh of relief Wednesday, when the state House of Representatives rejected a bill that would have allowed a casino in New Hampshire, while others are still concerned about the effect that Massachusetts casinos might have on the Granite State.
| THURSDAY MAY 30th 2013 MORNING NEWS BREAK |
Sportech Racing Awarded Contract to Provide New Wagering Terminals to Betfred's Totepool Operations at UK Horse Racing Courses
NEW HAVEN, Connecticut (May 28, 2013) -- Sportech Racing LLC (Sportech Racing), a division of Sportech PLC (LSE: SPO), announced that has entered into an agreement to provide wagering terminals to UK-based Betfred, owner of Totepool (formerly UK Tote), for installation at horse racing courses in the UK. Sportech Racing will provide a total of 1,000 Flair™ wagering terminals in phases, with a portion of the installation to occur in time to support the 2013 race meeting at Royal Ascot.
NEW HAVEN, Connecticut (May 28, 2013) -- Sportech Racing LLC (Sportech Racing), a division of Sportech PLC (LSE: SPO), announced that has entered into an agreement to provide wagering terminals to UK-based Betfred, owner of Totepool (formerly UK Tote), for installation at horse racing courses in the UK. Sportech Racing will provide a total of 1,000 Flair™ wagering terminals in phases, with a portion of the installation to occur in time to support the 2013 race meeting at Royal Ascot.
Tribe Prepares for Long Term Stability should Over Saturation of Gambling Impact on Future Revenue
DETROIT, Michigan (May 29, 2013) -- Borrowing a page from Warren Buffett's playbook, the Pokagon Band of Potawatomi tribe is redirecting money from its highly successful Four Winds Casinos into brick-and-mortar businesses outside of gambling to build its sovereign nation into an economic powerhouse
DETROIT, Michigan (May 29, 2013) -- Borrowing a page from Warren Buffett's playbook, the Pokagon Band of Potawatomi tribe is redirecting money from its highly successful Four Winds Casinos into brick-and-mortar businesses outside of gambling to build its sovereign nation into an economic powerhouse
As Internet Gaming Gains Ground, Technology Fights to Keep Pace
LAS VEGAS (May 29, 2013) -- Critics of online gaming say a new generation of problem gamblers is likely to emerge with Internet poker being so readily available.
But a news report says that two presenters at this week's 15th International Conference on Gambling & Risk Taking at Caesars Palace say computer programs are being used to educate online gamblers and force them to think twice before making wagers they can't afford.
LAS VEGAS (May 29, 2013) -- Critics of online gaming say a new generation of problem gamblers is likely to emerge with Internet poker being so readily available.
But a news report says that two presenters at this week's 15th International Conference on Gambling & Risk Taking at Caesars Palace say computer programs are being used to educate online gamblers and force them to think twice before making wagers they can't afford.
Ultimate Gaming Deals Two Million Hands to Poker Lovers so Far
NEVADA (May 29, 2013) -- Online gambling was almost a bust in the U.S., but now, players are being dealt in once again, and Nevada is cashing in.
His website might look like a standard video game -- old school even. But it's new and it's big. Breitling's website went online in Nevada last month and has already dealt two million hands to poker lovers
His website might look like a standard video game -- old school even. But it's new and it's big. Breitling's website went online in Nevada last month and has already dealt two million hands to poker lovers
Planning Rules may pave way for an Increase in Betting Shops
LONDON, UK (May 29, 2013) -- Ministers have brought in changes in the planning rules to make it easier for owners to convert buildings from one use to another, in an effort to re invigorate business and put an end to derelict shopfronts. A Media source suggests however that there are fears the measures could decrease the number of independent shops on high streets and hasten the decline of the British pub by allowing businesses to convert them into offices without the need for planning permission.
LONDON, UK (May 29, 2013) -- Ministers have brought in changes in the planning rules to make it easier for owners to convert buildings from one use to another, in an effort to re invigorate business and put an end to derelict shopfronts. A Media source suggests however that there are fears the measures could decrease the number of independent shops on high streets and hasten the decline of the British pub by allowing businesses to convert them into offices without the need for planning permission.
Gambling Act Aimed at Securing Employment by Assisting the Gaming Industry
BARCELONA, Spain (May 29, 2013) -- The Council of Government has given the green light Wednesday to the new Gambling Act that, among the main novelties, will allow opening a casino Appendix room Asturias in Oviedo and reduction in taxation, aimed at securing employment in the region
BARCELONA, Spain (May 29, 2013) -- The Council of Government has given the green light Wednesday to the new Gambling Act that, among the main novelties, will allow opening a casino Appendix room Asturias in Oviedo and reduction in taxation, aimed at securing employment in the region
U.S. Vice President Holds Frank Discussions with Caribbean Community
Meeting Strengthens Relationship Between the US and Caribbean
MIAMI, Florida (May 28, 2013) -- U.S. Vice President Joe Biden left Trinidad and Tobago on Tuesday after what he and leaders of the mostly English-speaking 15-member Caribbean Community and the Dominican Republic called "frank" discussions on issues of mutual interests.
Meeting Strengthens Relationship Between the US and Caribbean
MIAMI, Florida (May 28, 2013) -- U.S. Vice President Joe Biden left Trinidad and Tobago on Tuesday after what he and leaders of the mostly English-speaking 15-member Caribbean Community and the Dominican Republic called "frank" discussions on issues of mutual interests.
Playtech Launch New Mobile Bingo Slots
LONDON, UK (May 28, 2013) -- Playtech (LSE: PTEC), the international designer, developer, licensor and provider of software and services for the online, mobile, TV and land-based gaming industry, announces the launch of 8 new slot games for mobile bingo. The games are mini-embedded in the Bingo pages on mobile and also available in full screen mode across the HTML5 and native offering.
LONDON, UK (May 28, 2013) -- Playtech (LSE: PTEC), the international designer, developer, licensor and provider of software and services for the online, mobile, TV and land-based gaming industry, announces the launch of 8 new slot games for mobile bingo. The games are mini-embedded in the Bingo pages on mobile and also available in full screen mode across the HTML5 and native offering.
Talks on Manila Casino Put on Hold
MANILA, Philippines (May 30, 2013) -- Universal Entertainment Corp. said talks with Philippine billionaire John Gokongwei's Robinsons Land Corp. to jointly build a casino in Manila were put on hold
MANILA, Philippines (May 30, 2013) -- Universal Entertainment Corp. said talks with Philippine billionaire John Gokongwei's Robinsons Land Corp. to jointly build a casino in Manila were put on hold
| WEDNESDAY MAY 29th 2013 AFTERNOON NEWS BREAK |
Gambling Firms Commence Legal Action against Government over Levy
VICTORIA, Australia (May 29, 2013) -- Tatts Group is the latest gambling firm to launch legal action against the Victorian government over a levy expected to cost the company more than $42 million.
VICTORIA, Australia (May 29, 2013) -- Tatts Group is the latest gambling firm to launch legal action against the Victorian government over a levy expected to cost the company more than $42 million.
Philippines Draws Major Attention at the G2E 2013 Conference
MANILA, Philippines (May 28, 2013) -- The Philippines remains on track to open the remaining three major casino projects in the Entertainment City Manila complex in three to four years, Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corp. said in a statement
MANILA, Philippines (May 28, 2013) -- The Philippines remains on track to open the remaining three major casino projects in the Entertainment City Manila complex in three to four years, Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corp. said in a statement
Loterie Calls for Equal Footing Against Competition
BERN, Switzerland (May 25, 2013) -- Loterie Romande announced Friday a stable fiscal period compared to last year, but called for more resources to fight illegal competition that develops online.
BERN, Switzerland (May 25, 2013) -- Loterie Romande announced Friday a stable fiscal period compared to last year, but called for more resources to fight illegal competition that develops online.
Government to Impose a Third Party Visit Limit
SINGAPORE CITY, Singapore (May 28, 2013) -- Singapore authorities will put in place a casino visit limit scheme to cap the number of visits a financially vulnerable resident can make to the country's two casinos
SINGAPORE CITY, Singapore (May 28, 2013) -- Singapore authorities will put in place a casino visit limit scheme to cap the number of visits a financially vulnerable resident can make to the country's two casinos
Rival Claims Casino Proposal does not meet the Criteria of Integrated Resort
SYDNEY, Australia (May 29, 2013) -- ECHO Entertainment chief executive John Redmond has accused rival Crown of mislabelling its proposal for Sydney's Barangaroo site as an integrated resort when it really planning a "casino on steroids"
SYDNEY, Australia (May 29, 2013) -- ECHO Entertainment chief executive John Redmond has accused rival Crown of mislabelling its proposal for Sydney's Barangaroo site as an integrated resort when it really planning a "casino on steroids"
| WEDNESDAY MAY 29th 2013 MORNING NEWS BREAK |
Casino & raceway to Move Forward with Expansion Plans
SARATOGA SPRINGS, NY (May 28, 2013) -- The Saratoga Casino and Raceway will move forward with plans for a $30 million expansion.
SARATOGA SPRINGS, NY (May 28, 2013) -- The Saratoga Casino and Raceway will move forward with plans for a $30 million expansion.
Proposal to Add Casinos Requires its Own Separate Bill
SPRINGFIELD, Illinois (May 29, 2013) -- Illinois Gaming Board Chairman Aaron Jaffe told news servicess that a proposal to add casinos in Chicago and four other areas raises so many oversight questions that the city casino should be separated into its own bill.
SPRINGFIELD, Illinois (May 29, 2013) -- Illinois Gaming Board Chairman Aaron Jaffe told news servicess that a proposal to add casinos in Chicago and four other areas raises so many oversight questions that the city casino should be separated into its own bill.
Jaffe told the media that the bill's trying to do too much.
The proposal remained in committee Tuesday.
The proposal remained in committee Tuesday.
Commission Secures Well-Credentialed Problem Gambling Specialist
BOSTON, Massachusetts (May 28, 2013) -- The state gambling commission has named a well-credentialed problem gambling specialist to a high-level post running the commission's efforts to prevent and combat compulsive gambling
BOSTON, Massachusetts (May 28, 2013) -- The state gambling commission has named a well-credentialed problem gambling specialist to a high-level post running the commission's efforts to prevent and combat compulsive gambling
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Scientific Games Signs Contract with Oklahoma Lottery to Provide Lottery Gaming and Instant Ticket Services
NEW YORK, NY (May 28, 2013) -- Scientific Games Corporation (Nasdaq: SGMS) today announced that it has signed a Lottery Gaming Services contract with the Oklahoma Lottery. The new contract provides for lottery systems and services, including terminals and statewide communications, instant ticket printing, warehousing and distribution, technical and sales staff as well as additional lottery services. The contract, which was awarded through a competitive procurement process, begins August 9, 2013, has an initial term of one year and includes nine additional one-year contract extension options.
NEW YORK, NY (May 28, 2013) -- Scientific Games Corporation (Nasdaq: SGMS) today announced that it has signed a Lottery Gaming Services contract with the Oklahoma Lottery. The new contract provides for lottery systems and services, including terminals and statewide communications, instant ticket printing, warehousing and distribution, technical and sales staff as well as additional lottery services. The contract, which was awarded through a competitive procurement process, begins August 9, 2013, has an initial term of one year and includes nine additional one-year contract extension options.
Illinois Lottery Introduces a Summer Raffle Game 4th Of July Millionaire Raffle
Awards Prizes Every Week in June
CHICAGO, Illinois (May 28, 2013) --- The Illinois Lottery launched its July 4th Millionaire Raffle game this week at more than 8,100 retailers state-wide. Raffle tickets for the first time cost only $10 and will remain on sale until July 4th or until tickets sell out.
This is the lottery's first raffle game that includes $500,000 weekly prizes to ticket holders leading up to the grand prize drawing for two $1,000,000 prizes on Independence Day. Weekly drawings will take place each Thursday in June; allowing ticket purchasers multiple chances at substantial raffle prizes.
Awards Prizes Every Week in June
CHICAGO, Illinois (May 28, 2013) --- The Illinois Lottery launched its July 4th Millionaire Raffle game this week at more than 8,100 retailers state-wide. Raffle tickets for the first time cost only $10 and will remain on sale until July 4th or until tickets sell out.
This is the lottery's first raffle game that includes $500,000 weekly prizes to ticket holders leading up to the grand prize drawing for two $1,000,000 prizes on Independence Day. Weekly drawings will take place each Thursday in June; allowing ticket purchasers multiple chances at substantial raffle prizes.
Lottery & Sweepstake Scams Target Attorney General's Office
FARGO, North Dakota (May 28, 2013) -- North Dakota's top state and federal prosecutors shared the podium for the first time Tuesday because they don't believe people in the region are getting the message about telephone lottery scams that have bilked residents out of hundreds of thousands of dollars.
A Call was even put through to the Attorney General's Office..............
FARGO, North Dakota (May 28, 2013) -- North Dakota's top state and federal prosecutors shared the podium for the first time Tuesday because they don't believe people in the region are getting the message about telephone lottery scams that have bilked residents out of hundreds of thousands of dollars.
A Call was even put through to the Attorney General's Office..............
Congress Committee Expresses Opposition to Online Lottery Proposal
CHANDIGARH, India (May 28, 2013) -- Partap Singh Bajwa President of Punjab Pradesh Congress Committee (PPCC) today strongly opposed the cabinet decision to restart the online lottery system.
CHANDIGARH, India (May 28, 2013) -- Partap Singh Bajwa President of Punjab Pradesh Congress Committee (PPCC) today strongly opposed the cabinet decision to restart the online lottery system.
| TUESDAY MAY 28th 2013 AFTERNOON NEWS BREAK |
Players Just Love Their Lotto
ROME, Italy / LONDON, UK (May 27, 2013) -- The largest operators of lotto, lotteries and betting are of Italian nationality, according to report that was dedicated to the study of the worldwide market of Lotteries.
The French Online Games Market shows Stabilization
PARIS, France – ROME, Italy (May 27, 2013) -- According to the latest data published by the Regulatory Authority of online games (ARJEL) for the French gambling industry, 2012 was a year of strong market concentration, especially as regards the number of operators.
UK Gambling Bill ‘Not About Taxation’
LONDON, UK (May 24, 2013) – Following recent confirmation that the government hopes to introduce the Gambling (licensing and advertising) Bill during this parliament, the Department of Media, Culture and Sport told InterGame that it is “not the case that the licensing reforms are being pursued in order to generate tax income.”
Amendment German Gaming Ordinance, Date Adjustment
KIEL, Germany (May 27, 2013) -- At its meeting on May 22, the Gaming body has advised the Cabinet on the draft amending Spielverordung. Small linguistic corrections were necessary to be made and this therefore changed the date of entry into force, reports the Association of vending business.
Gaming Regulator Tackles Proliferation of Slot Machines in Public Areas
PARAGUAY (May 27, 2013) -- The National Gaming (Conajzar) has requested the Attorney General to intervene on the proliferation of slot machines in public areas.
Ministers Oppose Unstable Source of Revenue
SPRINGFIELD, Illinois (May 27, 2013) -- A group of Chicago area pastors is opposed to a proposal that would add five more casinos in Illinois.
Plea for Sports Betting Kiosks to Remain in Bars & Taverns
CARSON CITY, Nevada (May 28, 2013) -- Bar and tavern owners are making a late-session appeal to Nevada lawmakers to try to keep sports betting kiosks, at last for the time being.
Agencies Cannot Afford to Lose Gaming Advertising Spend
Betting & Gaming Advertising at $40 Million a Year
BRISBANE, Queensland, Australia (May 27, 2013) -- Labor has cut more than $250 million from the cost of doing business for television networks since 2010 but Communications Minister Stephen Conroy insists the industry can’t afford to forgo the advertising dollar of betting companies – estimated at $40 million a year.
Hans-Peter Friedrich - Betting Manipulations Are A Cancer That Threatens The Whole Integrity Of Sport
Hans-Peter Friedrich (CSU) is Minister of the Interior and is responsible for the sports policy of the federal government in this function
BERLIN, Germany (May 27, 2013) -- German Interior Minister Hans-Peter Friedrich wants tougher action against future betting manipulation in sports. He is calling for law enforcement agencies, sports organizations and betting to pull together. What measures he intends to take otherwise, he reveals in an interview with Tagesspiegel.
Lottomatica Rebrands and Ticker Symbol Change
ROMA (ITALY) - PROVIDENCE, RHODE ISLAND (US), (May 27, 2013) -- Lottomatica Group S.p.A. announced the enrolment with the Rome Companies’ Register of the notarial deed regarding, inter alia, the change of the Company name to “GTECH S.p.A.,” as resolved by the Shareholders’ Meeting on May 8, 2013.
