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B3W Group to Fix Security Flaw in Online Poker Software

B3W Group, based out of Malta, has announced it plans this week to fix a vulnerability recently discovered by two security experts. The company produces turnkey online casino and poker solutions.

B3W's software updates itself over an insecure HTTP connection. Updated files are stored without digital signatures, and ".exe" files are not verified before installation. They also found issues with how B3W's software stores passwords on a person's computer.

Submitted by Aaron Goldstein on, Sun, 04/14/2013 - 23:57

PlayOLG.ca Online Gambling Website to Launch in Ontario This Year

The Ontario Lottery and Gaming Corp (OLG) is set to launch its online gambling website, PlayOLG.ca, later this year.

Casino and lottery type games will be offered to citizens of the province including those in its biggest city of Toronto.

Submitted by Aaron Goldstein on, Fri, 04/12/2013 - 19:04

Morgan Stanley: By 2020 Online Gambling Will be Bigger Than Vegas and AC Combined

Morgan Stanley upgraded Boyd Gaming’s stock to Overweight Thursday, sending its share price soaring.

Boyd, which is teaming up with bwin.party to offer online gambling in the US once regulation occurs, saw its shares climb 10.37% to $9.05.

Submitted by Aaron Goldstein on, Thu, 04/11/2013 - 20:06

Bitcoin Currency Hits $219: Stress Placed on Processors

Bitcoin, the virtual currency that has many online gambling operators starting to take notice, hit a record high of $219 on Monday.

Just one year ago, a single Bitcoin was worth just $9.

The big question now: Are we starting to see a bubble?

Submitted by Aaron Goldstein on, Tue, 04/09/2013 - 11:42

Internet Gambling in New Mexico a Complicated Matter, Frowned Upon by Some

Internet gambling will be discussed by legislators in the US state of New Mexico this summer but the situation there is somewhat complicated.

Submitted by C Costigan on, Thu, 04/04/2013 - 10:52

Tribal Casinos Prepare for US Online Gambling: Pechanga Conference Planned

As Gambling911.com reported earlier in the week, some Tribal casinos are looking to combine their resources as a means of gaining entry into the lucrative US online gambling market.

Submitted by Gilbert Horowitz on, Wed, 04/03/2013 - 22:01

Online Gambling Affiliates in the US: Preparation, Adapting Will be Key

There is an excellent report by John Mehaffey of LegalPokerSites.com on the legal landscape of online gambling in the US and how current affiliates with 10 plus years of experience may or may not be able to gain access. This, we at Gambling911.com believe, is a must read, especially in the wake of

Submitted by Payton on, Wed, 04/03/2013 - 21:42

Zynga Shares Up Nearly 15 Percent on Real Money Web Gambling News

News of Zynga beginning to offer real money online gambling in the United Kingdom sent its stock price rising 15 percent Wednesday. The company also intends to offer real money gambling in some regulated European countries over the next couple of months and the US by year’s end.

Submitted by Aaron Goldstein on, Wed, 04/03/2013 - 20:36

Zynga Will Expand Real Money Online Poker Into Europe: Shares Surging

With the announcement that Zynga, the word’s largest social gaming market, will offer real money gambling in the United Kingdom, shares rose 5.5 percent to $3.24 in after-hours trade Tuesday. By late morning Wednesday, shares were up 12.4 percent to $3.45 with an earlier high of $3.49.

Submitted by Aaron Goldstein on, Wed, 04/03/2013 - 10:51

Zynga Shares Surge on News of ZyngaPlusPoker Will Offer Real Money Play in UK

Zynga, the world’s largest social gaming company, announced Tuesday it will begin offering real money online gambling in the UK through its new website ZyngaPlusPoker.

Shares of Zynga, which closed 2.9% lower, rebounded 8% to $3.33 in after-hours trading following the news.

"We look forward to launching our social versions of real money games for players on Facebook and mobile in the UK throughout 2013," says Barry Cottle, chief revenue officer of Zynga, posted shortly after the announcement.

Submitted by Aaron Goldstein on, Tue, 04/02/2013 - 20:54

Cyrpus Banking Crisis Helps Bitcoin Value Rise (Video)

Despite news last week that the US Government has intentions of regulating the virtual currency Bitcoin, its value continues to rise at an incredible pace.

The reason: Tiny Cyprus in the Mediterranean. An island nation that was forced to enter a bailout while imposing what amounts to a 60 percent fee on high end bank balances with little warning.

Submitted by Aaron Goldstein on, Mon, 04/01/2013 - 22:41

Tribes Looking to Form Online Gambling Coalitions

A report appearing on GamblingCompliance.com suggests that US Tribes could begin forming online gambling coalitions as states begin to legalize betting on the Web.

From GamblingCompliance.com:

Submitted by Gilbert Horowitz on, Sun, 03/31/2013 - 22:36

Internet Gambling, Casino Expansion a Tough Sell in Illinois: Quinn Skeptical

CHICAGO — (Associated Press) - Lawmakers pushing to expand gambling in Illinois hope the third time is a charm with a more finely tuned proposal that could make Illinois the fourth state to allow Internet gaming.

The latest proposal includes some familiar ideas: five new casinos, including one in Chicago and Rockford; thousands of slot machines, including at Chicago’s two airports. But it also includes Internet gambling, which would allow Illinois residents to play games like black jack on their computers or smart phones.

Submitted by Associated Press on, Sun, 03/31/2013 - 22:19

AFFCoins Online Casino Brands Rockbet, Slots Jackpot Re-enter US Market

In a sign of good things to come we suppose, the AFFCoins online casino group, which includes Rockbet Casino, Vegas Days Casino, Casino Fiz, Tradition Casino and Slots Jackpot, have re-entered the US market offering real money play.

Submitted by Aaron Goldstein on, Sat, 03/30/2013 - 10:57

UK Online Gambling Sees 80 Percent Growth Over Past 5 Years

Good news for the online gambling sector as one of the most open markets, the United Kingdom, reported growth of around 80 percent since 2008.

Submitted by Aaron Goldstein on, Tue, 03/26/2013 - 22:19

Survey: 79.4 Percent of Gamblers Say Online Gambling Won’t Increase Addiction

Morningside Recovery Center, the leading addiction recovery center surveyed over 1,030 men and women this week over the age of 18 on Gambling Addictions. As Gambling 911 has previously reported, PokerStars is referring players to Morningside Recovery and poker great Eric Lindgren has been there for two-weeks to deal with his issues.

Submitted by Press Release on, Mon, 03/25/2013 - 18:56

Malta the Next Macau of the Mediterranean

It is already a major hub for online gambling sites. Now Seeking Alpha’s Jonathan Yates has pondered the idea of Malta becoming the “Macau of the Mediterranean”.

Macua is the largest gambling destination in the world and Yates believes Malta has the potential to some day achieve that coveted position, at least where the Mediterranean region is concerned.

Submitted by Aaron Goldstein on, Thu, 03/07/2013 - 19:11

Bitcoin ‘Best Performing Currency Year-to-Date’

Bitcoin, used by a small number of online casino operators, is being touted as the “best performing currency year-to-day” according to Tyler Durden of ZeroHedge.com.

Durden writes:

Submitted by Aaron Goldstein on, Thu, 02/28/2013 - 20:20

Chris Christie on Legalizing Web Poker: ‘A Critical Decision’

Speaking to John Brennan of NorthJersey.com Tuesday, New Jersey Governor Chris Christie had this to say regarding his decision to legalize Web gamblnig in the Garden State: “This was a critical decision, and one that I did not make lightly."

Christie, who had sat on previous bills up to the final hours, signed this third reincarnation within minutes of it hitting his desk.

Submitted by C Costigan on, Tue, 02/26/2013 - 18:57

Breaking News: Christie Signs Internet Gambling Bill Into Law

New Jersey Governor Chris Christie has signed a bill authorizing Internet gambling in the state following swift passage by lawmakers Tuesday.

The State Assembly and Senate both overwhelming passed the bill, AB 2578, this afternoon and Governor Christie immediately signed it into law.

Submitted by C Costigan on, Tue, 02/26/2013 - 17:22

Chris Christie Could Sign New Jersey Online Gambling Bill Tuesday

All eyes will be on New Jersey Tuesday as that state’s Governor Chris Christie may sign a bill legalizing online gambling. The Governor has already said he intends to sign the bill within 48 hours of it arriving on his desk.

Submitted by C Costigan on, Mon, 02/25/2013 - 21:04

Ladbrokes Gaining Ground in Online Gambling

(Reuters) - Ladbrokes, Britain's second-largest bookmaker, expects to see payback this year from a 50 million pound ($77 million investment in an online business that had failed to keep pace with rivals.

While growing numbers of people are gambling via smartphones and tablet computers, Ladbrokes has been hit by delays upgrading its technology. It has lost ground to market leader William Hill in online and faced competition from smaller rivals.

Submitted by Reuters on, Thu, 02/21/2013 - 12:55

Online Cee-lo and 1-4-24 Dice Games Rolled Out by Juicy Stakes: Big Cash Promo

Popular online gaming site, Juicy Stakes is now rolling two dice games new to the real money scene, Cee-lo and 1-4-24. Hit the alley to catch Strungflowers and avoid the Dancing Dragon in three dice Cee-lo or try your hand at 1-4-24. Play and real money, multi-player games are now rolling under the all new Dice tab within the Juicy software.

Submitted by Press Release on, Wed, 02/20/2013 - 12:36

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.

Submitted by Payton on, Thu, 02/14/2013 - 12:33

New Jersey Online Gambling Bill to be Voted on February 26

ATLANTIC CITY, N.J. (Associated Press) — New Jersey lawmakers plan to move quickly to adopt an Internet gambling bill now that Gov. Chris Christie has laid his cards on the table.

Submitted by Associated Press on, Tue, 02/12/2013 - 09:08

Chris Christie has Under 24 Hours to Decide on Internet Gambling

Regulated online gambling in the state of New Jersey will help protect children, so says the Poker Players Alliance.

Various groups have come out to express support for Web gambling in the state including Atlantic City’s biggest union.

Submitted by C Costigan on, Wed, 02/06/2013 - 13:22

UK Casino Gala Offers Great Gaming at Home

Submitted by Payton on, Fri, 02/01/2013 - 11:19

NJ Gov Chris Christie Considers ‘Conditional Veto” for Internet Gambling Bill

Roger Gros, the publisher of Global Gaming Business magazine and a longtime Atlantic City insider, is reporting that New Jersey Governor Chris Christie is considering a “conditional veto” of an Internet gambling bill that currently sits on his desk. The Governor must act by next Thursday February 7 or else the bill automatically becomes law.

Submitted by C Costigan on, Wed, 01/30/2013 - 18:40

Wells Fargo Analysts: Online Gaming Bill Could Save Atlantic City

Could Be a Positive Catalyst for BORGATA, BYD & CZR

Maintaining Existing Recommendations

Submitted by Press Release on, Thu, 01/24/2013 - 13:39

Cake Poker Introduces Cake Dice: Will Launch With Games Cee-Lo and 1-4-24

Popular online gaming site, Cake Poker (CakePoker.eu) is introducing Cake Dice, the latest addition to Cake’s growing menu of gaming options including Poker, Casino, Tournament Blackjack, WAR and Russian Roulette. Cake Dice will launch with popular games, Cee-lo and 1-4-24.

Submitted by Press Release on, Wed, 01/23/2013 - 21:14