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HRADF Launches the Privatization Process for
Horse Race Betting Organisation (ODIE) Invitation
to submit an Expression of Interest ATHENS, Greece (March 4,
2013) - The Hellenic Republic Asset Development Fund (HRADF) announced today the
launch of an international open tender for the grant of the exclusive right to
organize and conduct mutual betting on horse races in Greece, for a period of
twenty years. The exclusive right previously belonged to ODIE. The tender
process will be conducted in two phases:
La Française des Jeux introduces a prize for life
to its KENO game PARIS, France (March 4, 2013) -- After the
success of the relaunch of Keno game in 2007 with the "multiplier" option, la
Française des Jeux (FDJ®) is introducing new features to its Keno game. To
celebrate its 20th anniversary, the formula of the game has been simplified and
now offers a lifetime prize, from February 24. It is the first Keno game in the
world that offers a prize for life. 2 different playslips have been launched
aiming at recruiting new customers and reinforcing regular players' loyalty.
AtaBank Starts 'Distribution' of Cash For Up to
AZN 1,000 BAKU, Azerbaijani (March 4, 2013) -- AtaBank OJSC
has launched instant stimulating lottery campaign "Pay non-cash, get cash".
Government to Make Lottery Industry 2nd National
Income Earner ABUJA, Nigeria (March 4, 2013) -- The federal
government said on the weekend that it was planning to strengthen the
operational capacity of the National Lottery Commission and the National Lottery
Trust Fund (NLTF) by reviewing the 2005 Act which established it in the next few
months, in order to reduce the country's total dependence on oil.
First State Gaming Accord
NOWRA, NSW, Australia (March 5, 2013) -- Shoalhaven clubs
and pubs are combining to combat problem gambling, forming what is believed to
be a state first gaming accord. Similar to the Shoalhaven Liquor Accord, which
has been in operation for the past decade, the Shoalhaven Gaming Accord,
although in its early stages, will bring together all Shoalhaven businesses with
gaming machines.
Politicians Choose Wrong Place to Stand
ROOTY HILL, NSW, Australia (March 5, 2013) -- Politicians
and newsreaders are being irresponsible by posing in front of poker machines
during Prime Minister Julia Gillard's five-day visit to Rooty Hill in western
Sydney, anti-gambling campaigners say
Spectra Systems Executes Internal Control System
Extension with INTRALOT PROVIDENCE, Rhode Island (March 4,
2013) - Spectra Systems has announced that its Secure Transaction Group has
signed a two-year contract extension with INTRALOT Inc. to continue providing
Internal Control System (ICS) services for the Idaho Lottery for through 2014.
Leap Forward's SaffariNet® Patron Display
Interface Receives Top Honors in 2013 Slot Floor Product Awards
RENO, Nevada (March 4, 2013) -- Revolutionary gaming
technology innovator Leap Forward Gaming (LFG) today announced its SaffariNet®
ecosystem's Patron Display Interface (PDI) Picture-in-Picture product has been
selected as the industry's 2013 top new technology in the Casino Enterprise
Management's seventh annual Slot Floor Technology Awards.
NEWave Expands Software Dominance with First-ever
Client in Idaho, Installing Three Software Suites at Fort Hall
Casino LAS VEGAS (March 4, 2013) - NEWave, the leading
software supplier to the gaming industry, continues to expand its casino
software dominance, moving into Idaho and installing all three of its
award-winning software suites at Fort Hall Casino.
Aristocrat New Game Profile March 2013 -
Superman™: The Comic Series Slot Machine The
Newest Aristocrat Class III Game Superman™: The
Comic Series Slot Machine is the newest Class III video slot game from
Aristocrat! LAS VEGAS (March 4, 2013) -- Springing from the
pages of classic comics, Superman: The Comic Series saves the day with
super-powered math that makes it a beacon of excitement and soars high in the
award-winning VERVEhd™cabinet, which takes full advantage of VERVEhd's vertical
big screen and hi-tech design.
Arooga Target Social Gaming's New Frontier Former
Video Gamer Developers See Potential Of Un-Tapped Audience
LONDON, UK (Monday March 4, 2013) -- One of e-gaming's most
innovative new companies is aiming to tap into millions of Facebook users by
putting the 'social' back into social gaming.
Multi-Player Mission Set For Agent Jane
Blonde ISLE OF MAN (March 4, 2013) -- Microgaming
(www.microgaming.co.uk) is announcing the release of yet another addition to its
multi-player tournament games portfolio, the thrilling Agent Jane Blonde.
Evolution Gaming is now providing its new live
roulette for iPad solution to Lottomatica - a first in the Italian
Market ROME, Italy (March 4, 2013) -- Evolution Gaming is
now providing its new live roulette for iPad solution to Lottomatica - a first
in the Italian market.
William Hill Strong 2012 Results
LONDON, UK (March 4, 2013) -- After announcing plans last
week to exercise a call option on a 29 percent stake in its William Hill Online
joint venture, British online and land-based gaming operator William Hill has
released its financial results for 2012 showing a twelve percent rise
year-on-year in net revenues to £1.276 billion.
Pennsylvania Gaming Board Accepting Public
Requests to speak at Philadelphia Casino Hearings
PHILADELPHIA, Pennsylvania (March 4, 2013) -- The pitchmen
have unveiled their casino plans with videos and slide shows. Now, it's the
public's turn to weigh in with questions, critiques, and concerns about the six
proposals for a second gaming site in Philadelphia.
Two Way Limited: Appointment of Company Secretary
Appointment of Company Secretary SYDNEY, Australia (March 4,
2013) -- Donaco International Limited is pleased to announce that Ben Reichel
has been appointed as Company Secretary, following the exit of Mr Rointon Nugara
as announced to the market earlier today.
AtaBank Starts 'distribution' of Cash For Up to
AZN 1,000 BAKU, Azerbaijani (March 4, 2013) -- AtaBank OJSC
has launched instant stimulating lottery campaign "Pay non-cash, get cash".
Government to Make Lottery Industry 2nd National
Income Earner ABUJA, Nigeria (March 4, 2013) -- The federal
government said on the weekend that it was planning to strengthen the
operational capacity of the National Lottery Commission and the National Lottery
Trust Fund (NLTF) by reviewing the 2005 Act which established it in the next few
months, in order to reduce the country's total dependence on oil.
Arooga Target Social Gaming's New Frontier Former
Video Gamer Developers See Potential Of Un-Tapped Audience
LONDON, UK (Monday March 4, 2013) -- One of e-gaming's most innovative new
companies is aiming to tap into millions of Facebook users by putting the
'social' back into social gaming.
Two Way Limited: Appointment of Company Secretary
Appointment of Company Secretary SYDNEY, Australia (March 4,
2013) -- Donaco International Limited is pleased to announce that Ben Reichel
has been appointed as Company Secretary, following the exit of Mr Rointon Nugara
as announced to the market earlier today.
Genting Seen As Having 'Good Market
Position'KUALA LUMPUR, Malaysia (March 4, 2013) -- Genting
Bhd, a Malaysian-based gaming and leisure group, is best epitomised as one with
good market position, strong cashflow and a modest financial risk profile. Its
risks arising from its overseas expansion, earnings concentration in the gaming
business and its exposure to evolving regulations partly offset these strengths.
Pennsylvania Gaming Board Accepting Public
Requests to speak at Philadelphia Casino
HearingsPHILADELPHIA, Pennsylvania (March 4, 2013) -- The
pitchmen have unveiled their casino plans with videos and slide shows. Now, it's
the public's turn to weigh in with questions, critiques, and concerns about the
six proposals for a second gaming site in Philadelphia.
Selectmen Consider hiring an Outside Law Firm To
Represent the town in Casino Dealings MILFORD, Massachusetts
(March 3, 2013) -- With a casino project potentially on the horizon in Milford,
selectmen are considering hiring an outside law firm to represent the town in
the negotiations with the developer and plan to meet with one firm at Monday
night's meeting. Developer David Nunes, in partnership with Warner Gaming and
Foxwoods, has proposed an $850 million resort-style casino at the intersection
of I-495 and Rte. 16.
PHL Local Gaming L.L.C Appoints Five New
Directors to Its Board of Managers Philadelphia,
Pennsylvania (March 4, 2013) -- PHL Local Gaming L.L.C., one of six groups
bidding for Philadelphia's second casino license, has appointed five new
directors to its board of managers. Joseph G. Procacci, chief executive officer,
will serve as chair. He also serves as CEO of Procacci Bros. Sales Corp., a
wholesale produce company.
Seoul-Based Samsung Group Is Likely to Win the
Online Lottery Contract BANGKOK, Thailand (March 3, 2013) --
The Seoul-based Samsung Group is likely to win the online lottery contract,
replacing current contract holder Loxley GTech Technology (LGT), after offering
to pay any damages demanded by the Loxley unit for contract termination by the
government,
Casino Maryland Live! Adds Executive Team Staff
ANNAPOLIS, Maryland (March 3, 2013) -- Maryland Live! casino
recently announced several additions and promotions to its executive management
team. They are: Mario Maesano was promoted to senior vice president of marketing
from vice president of marketing; Neal Sloane was promoted to vice president of
table games from director of player development; Robert Smith has been hired as
director of player development; and Dawn Petrick has been hired as director of
marketing.
Growing Jackpots Add Sizzle To Freezing
Temperatures NASHVILLE, Tennessee (March 3, 2013) -- Growing
jackpots at the Tennessee Lottery will add some needed-sizzle to the chilly week
to come, as well as three new instant-ticket games that will launch on Tuesday!
Lucky Week for North Carolina Lottery
Players RALEIGH, North Carolina (March 3, 2013) -- The past
week was quite lucrative for players in the N.C. Education Lottery. A statement
from the lottery says that since Feb. 21, players of lottery games won more than
$22 million in prizes with more than $17.6 million awarded to winners of instant
scratch-off games. Players of North Carolina draw games Pick 3, Pick 4 and Cash
5 won more than $4.1 million in total prizes.
Senate Panel to Vote on Gambling
Bill CONCORD, New Hampshire (March 3, 2013) -- A Senate
committee is scheduled to vote Tuesday morning on a bill to legalize a casino in
New Hampshire. The Associated Press reports that the Ways and Means Committee is
expected to make its recommendation to the full Senate during a work session on
the bill.
Las Vegas Sands Corp informs the Security and
Exchange Commission there were likely Violations of the Books and Records and
Internal Controls Provisions HONOLULU, Hawaii (March 1,
2013) -- Las Vegas Sands Corp., an international gambling empire controlled by
the billionaire Sheldon G. Adelson, has informed the Security and Exchange
Commission that it likely violated a federal law against bribing foreign
officials
Virginia Lottery's 'Lady Luck' Campaign comes to
an End RICHMOND, Virginia (March 3, 2013) - The iconic image
of Lady Luck's reign as the face of the Virginia Lottery has come to an end.
Lottery chief Paula Otto says Lady Luck, played by actress Melanie MacQueen, has
been replaced by a character known as the Game Guy.
Tatts Group CEO Tasked with Harmonising Tatts'
Online Distribution with its Bricks-And-Mortar Retail Channel
MELBOURNE, Australia (March 4, 2013) -- From the day his
appointment was announced last September, Robbie Cooke's task as chief executive
of lotteries and wagering company Tatts Group has been abundantly clear.
Betfair Group Ltd: Total Voting
Rights LONDON, UK (March 1, 2013) -- In compliance with the
FSA's Disclosure and Transparency Rules, Betfair Group plc confirms that the
total number of ordinary shares in issue at the close of business on 28th
February 2013 (being the last trading day of February) is 103,336,923 at 0.1p
each, with each share carrying the right to one vote
