News Archive: Gambling News, April 2009
Showing all news items for April 2009
Online Bookie Agrees Sponsorship with Wolverhampton Wanders
1st April, 2009
Online Betting company Sportingbet have announced their new sponsorship deal with Wolverhampton Football Club.
888 announce new Business Division
1st April, 2009
Online gaming operator 888.com have announced they will soon be opening an new White list partner brand called Dragonfish to look after B2B operations.
Happy Birthday PokerHeaven.com
1st April, 2009
Online Poker site PokerHeaven.com is celebrating it's 4th birthday by offering 4 great promotions to players throughout April.
John Smith's Grand National 2009
1st April, 2009
Tomorrow sees the start of the John Smith's Grand National Meet
Online Bingo site packed with Promotions
2nd April, 2009
Bingo Day is one of the fastest growing internet bingo sites offering players the chance to win thousands and take part in several excellent promotions.
Online Poker Site PKR.com Host PKR Live II
2nd April, 2009
PKR.com will hold another like tournament in London this month, on the 17th -19th April, following the success of the first.
Online Poker site adds new Games
2nd April, 2009
Online Poker site PKR.com has recently added several new games to their popular website.
Online Bingo Championships at Mecca Bingo
2nd April, 2009
Online Bingo site Mecca Bingo are holding the first Online Bingo Championship this month
Playtech launch updated Website
2nd April, 2009
Online Gaming software provider Playtech have redesigned and relaunched their new website.
Online Casino Player wins Progressive Jackpot
3rd April, 2009
One lucky online casino players at William Hill Vegas won a extraordinary £114,000 on April Fools day.
2009 WSOP winner joins Team PokerStars
3rd April, 2009
WSOP winner Peter Eastgate and runner up Ivan Demidov have joined Team PokerStars.
Online Bookies celebrate the National
6th April, 2009
Online Bookies around the country will be celebrating this week after an excellent result in the Grand National on Saturday.
Online Bookie cancel Paul Merson Deal
6th April, 2009
Online bookie, Better Bet have announced that the campaign with Paul Merson has been cancelled only a few weeks after it was announced.
Gala Coral and CryptoLogic Agree Deal for Casino Games
6th April, 2009
Online Casino software giant CryptoLogic have agreed a deal with Gala Coral to supply their most popular slot games, across Gala Corals 4 divisions, Eurobet.com, Coral.co.uk, Galacasino.com, Galabingo.com
Sweden May Ban Foreign Gambling Sites
6th April, 2009
Online Gambling may soon be highly restricted in Sweden if a governemnt proposal goes through.
Bingo Caller found Cheating at Gala Bingo
6th April, 2009
Gala Bingo have launched an investigation into allegations that an employee had been caught cheating at a bingo hall in Sunderland.
ASA ban Online Bingo TV advert
7th April, 2009
The UK advertising standards agency have banned a Tombola Bingo advert after it was believed to have appealed to Children.
NetPlay Acquire Virgin Gaming product
7th April, 2009
Net Play TV have announced the acquisition of Virgin Games brand Challenge Jackpot. Net Play will take control of the TV channel and website.
Three Women to Join Poker Hall of Fame
7th April, 2009
The Women in Poker Hall of Fame, will honour three new winners this June.
7th April, 2009
According to research the Online Gambling industry has neglected the female market, following stereotypes. But some industry insiders beleive women are more susceptible than stereotypes have lead society to believe.
Online Casino Operator pays $105million but Shares rise 15%
7th April, 2009
PartyGaming the online casino and poker operator has seen its shares rise after a $105million settlement with US Authorites
Online Bingo sites celebrate Easter
8th April, 2009
Several online bingo sites are celebrating Easter with special promotional deals and jackpot games.
New online Betting site goes live
8th April, 2009
Even in the current difficult economic climate, new online betting and gaming sites are opening.
Online Gaming Operator Announces 6% Rise in Profits
8th April, 2009
888 Holdings have announced a 6 percent rise in profits this week for 2008. They have also reported that 2009 has started well for its B2B division Dragonfish.
William Hill customer wins big on National
8th April, 2009
The grand national took place last weekend with outsider Mon Mome winning the race.
Online Poker Room Launches New VIP Program
8th April, 2009
Online Pokerroom Card Poker has launched its highly anticipated VIP Program, where players will be classified and recieve monthly bonuses.
Sharon Osbourne's online Bingo
9th April, 2009
Sharon Osbourne is one of the UK's famous Celeb's and is well known around the world. She has recently launched her own Bingo site.
Crypotologic add new Online Casino games
9th April, 2009
Online gaming software provider Crypotologic have announced the addition of several new games to the range.
Live online gaming the Future?
14th April, 2009
Many believe online gambling is increasingly moving towards live features which allow players the chance to watch and take part in games.
US Representative would allow Online Gambling
14th April, 2009
Online gambling in the US has been a area of heated debate in recent years since the US Internet Gambling Regulation and Enforcement Act was brought in April 2007.
World Series of Poker Europe Tournament Dates
14th April, 2009
WSOPE will take place this September/ OCtober, and will be sponsored by Betfair for the 3rd consecutive year.
New Bingo Hall to open outside Nottingham
14th April, 2009
A brand new bingo hall will be built outside Nottingham in a town called Beeston. The new project will be the UK's first Super Hall.
UK Bookie to sponsor World Snooker Championships
15th April, 2009
Popular high street and online bookie store Betfred, have announced that they will sponsor this years World Snooker Championships.
New Online Bingo Site Waiting For Player Feedback
15th April, 2009
Mecca Bingo's online bingo site is currently under-going a re-vamp, and players are able to rate and give their views on it.
Online Betting and Gaming Group Sponsor Serie A Football Club
15th April, 2009
Leisure & Gaming have signed a new contract that will see thier Itlaian betting subsidary Betshop Itlaia become official sponsors of Serie A club Palermo.
Online Bingo Software provider Profits down
15th April, 2009
Online Bingo software provider Parlay have recently announced that their financial results for 2008.
Online bookies open odds on Champions League Finalists
16th April, 2009
The Champions league Semi Final fixtures have now been decided, and once again the English teams have dominated the tournament.
Brawn GP makes Online Bookies shorten Odds
16th April, 2009
Online Bookies have decided to shorten their odds after judges ruled in favour of Brawn GP's controversal diffuser.
Online Casino 6 million pound Jackpot
16th April, 2009
Online Casino 32 Red are one of the most popular sites in the industry and have recently announced a progressive Jackpot worth over 6 million.
Bluff Magazine announce Poker Academy Dates
16th April, 2009
Bluff Europe, the poker magazine has announced dates for its Poker Academy tour due to take place in April and May.
Will Online Bookies payout big on Manchester United
16th April, 2009
Online Bookies have been cutting odds on Manchester United to win the Quintuple after they took another step closer to the unprecidented title haul.
17th April, 2009
Online gaming brand Bwin have decided to shut their popular internet poker site, PokerRoom.com
888 Announced deal with ID Verification Firm
17th April, 2009
888.com are one of the leading online gaming brands and cover all aspects or internet gambling.
World Poker Tour Announces New Events to European Circuit
17th April, 2009
The World Poker Tour will have two more stops in its European Leg, both Cyprus and Spain will see the WPT hold Championship events.
Online Poker Room Announce Team PKR Pro.
17th April, 2009
PKR.com the online poker room has announced the six members of Team PKR Pro.
Promoted Wolves sign online Betting Sponsorship deal
20th April, 2009
Wolverhampton Wanders were promoted this Saturday after beating QPR at home 1-0.
20th April, 2009
Online Bookmaker Paddy Power have been caught out, after paying out early on bets placed on Manchester United winning the domestic treble.
20th April, 2009
A new online bingo site has re launched called posh bingo. This operators hopes to attract posh players looking for high quality games.
Online Bookies can sleep easy after Manchester United Lose
20th April, 2009
Manchester United's loss to Everton yesterday means that online bookies win no longer have to payout big on quintuple and domestic treble bets.
20th April, 2009
A magazine advert for online poker site Party Poker has been banned after it was deemed to be misleading.
Online Gambling news no longer to be published by PR Web
21st April, 2009
PR Web are one of the worlds leading online Press Release publishers providing clients with a professional and effective platform to promote their products.
Online Gambling defies Economic Downturn
21st April, 2009
It's been a extremely tough year for pretty most industry sectors in the UK. Banking, Manufacturing and Construction have all been dealt cruel blows from the Economic economy. How has online gaming coped?
21st April, 2009
Ivobank is the gaming specialist bank and are offering their customers a luxury Holiday prize to Monte Carlo for 5 nights.
New Research in favour of Online Gambling
21st April, 2009
Online Gambling has found support for its legalisation in the form of new research from the US.
Online Gaming Group announces Rise in Revenue
21st April, 2009
Gaming VC the online gaming group, has announced its reveune figures for 2008, which have seen a rise of 17.5%
William Hill to sponsor Racecourse Event
21st April, 2009
Online Betting firm William Hill have announced the sponsorship of a Winter racing festival event.
Online Poker Player wins on Third Attempt.
21st April, 2009
An online poker player has become lucky on his third time of trying. Winning £23,600 and pushing his career earnings to more than $450,000
Online Bookies slash odds on title Race
22nd April, 2009
Several online bookies have slashed odds on Manchester United winning this years title, after Liverpool dropped two points drawing against Arsenal last night.
Online Poker Room's Live Tournament is a big success
22nd April, 2009
Online poker room PKR.com held their second live tournament at the weekend, and by all accounts it was a huge success.
Fabulous offer from Online Bingo site
22nd April, 2009
Bingo Fabulous are currently offering players the opportunity to win a Cruise on the Mexican Riviera
Online Bingo Forums have the Answer
22nd April, 2009
Online bingo forums are a great way for bingo players to chat, have fun and get some infomation about the best bingo sites and more.
Online Casino launches New TV Advert.
22nd April, 2009
Ladbrokescasino.com has launched a new TV advert. Although somewhat light hearted when compared with some of their previous ads, it promises to be very appealing to viewers
Online bingo player wins Mini Cooper
23rd April, 2009
Wink bingo is one of the leading online bingo sites offering players the chance to win thousands as well several special prizes.
Foxy Bingo Guaranteed Jackpots
23rd April, 2009
Foxy Bingo is arguably the largest online bingo operator in the UK offering players the chance to win thousands in guaranteed jackpot games.
Sky Poker launch World Series of Poker site
23rd April, 2009
Multiplatform poker room Sky Poker has launched a new site dedicated to bringing viewers the latest from this years WSOP
Exciting New Games at Tombola Bingo
23rd April, 2009
Online bingo site Tombola Bingo has launched a new game, Bingo Roulette
Placing a Bet on American Idol
23rd April, 2009
Reality TV's American Idol has thousands putting bets on the outcome, as bookies see an increase in the numbers placing bets.
23rd April, 2009
New research has found that bingo is attracting a younger audience. Fuelling the growth of both offline and online bingo.
Switzerland to legalise Online Gambling
24th April, 2009
Online gambling is still unregulated in many countries around the world, including the US. However governments are increasingly introducing regulated frameworks allowing internet gaming.
24th April, 2009
Online gaming operator, Ladbrokes, now offers players the chance to play 3D poker.
Betting Promotions announce impressive results
24th April, 2009
Betting Promotions are one of the UK leading online gaming comparison portals. They have recently announced the their Q1 financial results.
Michigan Casino Launches Online Preview.
24th April, 2009
New land-based casino FireKeepers has launched its own online casino in order to give customers a preview and inform them of its offers.
27th April, 2009
888 Ladies is one the UK's leading online bingo rooms and is now launching its first TV advertisement.
Quick Silver Game's Mini Cooper Giveaway
27th April, 2009
Quick Silver Games.co.uk has launched its internet gaming website offering players a huge variety of casino, bingo and skilled games.
Online Poker site Launches New Hand Tracker
27th April, 2009
Online poker site Poker Heaven have launched a new game management tool that allows players to track their hands.
Online Bookies hope for Susan Boyle Rival
27th April, 2009
After being inundated with bets on Suasn Boyle, bookmakers are hoping that 10 year old Hollie will be able to rival Susan Boyle and win this year's Britain's Got Talent.
Asian Poker Tour gets support for Macau Festival
27th April, 2009
According to organisers of the Asian Poker Tour, a number of Online poker rooms and networks have signed up to hosting qualifiers for this years Macau Championship.
Party Poker May Million Dollar Rake Race
28th April, 2009
Party Poker are one of the biggest online gaming sites on the web, and are currently holding an excellent Rake Race in May.
Online Bingo site celebrate St George's Day
28th April, 2009
Crown Bingo successfully held there St George's day promotion last weekend and the winners have been announced.
Euro Millions Rollover Jackpot
28th April, 2009
The Euro Millions Jackpot stands at an unimaginable £89 million this week and players numbers are expected to sharply rise.
Online Betting - Champions League Semi Finals
28th April, 2009
The Semi finals of this seasons Champions League take place this week with Barcelona vs Chelsea in tonight's game.
Online Bookies unhappy with suspicious betting
28th April, 2009
online bookmakers have reported suspicous behaviour to the Football Association after being flooded with unusal bets.
Win WSOP Vegas seats with Ladbrokes
28th April, 2009
Ladbrokes Poker site is packed with promotions and is constantly offering player the chance to win some fantastic prizes.
Crown Casino flooded with Counterfeit Chips
28th April, 2009
Crown Casino in Australia has reported that more counterfeit chips have been found during its investigation into a counterfeit scam that was uncovered last week.
29th April, 2009
PKR.com is the revolutionary online poker site, proving players with realistic 3D games and technologically advance game features.
Online Betting - Champions League Semi Final
29th April, 2009
Manchester United take on Arsenal tonight in the first Leg of the Champions League final.
Casino Riva launches Space Pirates
29th April, 2009
Online Casino operator Casino Riva is one of Europe's leading internet gaming sites, providing players with an excellent range of games and promotions.
Online Gambling in US could soon become Legal
29th April, 2009
New legistlation in the US could overturn current online gambling laws if passed by congress. Allowing millions of US players to participate in online gambling.
Online Bingo Player wins huge Jackpot
29th April, 2009
An online bingo player has netted a massive £240,000, after playing at Crown Bingo.
Online Gambling dominates Internet Rich List
29th April, 2009
The Sunday Times rich list revealed that online gambling executives were some of the richest people in the internet industry.
Online Bingo site offer Madonna tickets
30th April, 2009
Littlewoods bingo have several years experience providing interactive games to thousands of customers.
Spain to create Las Vegas style City
30th April, 2009
Las Vegas is the ultimate gaming paradise full of spectacular casino's and hotels.
Beginners Luck: Lady Wins at Mecca Bingo
30th April, 2009
Mecca Bingo newbie wins in her in her first ever bingo game.
30th April, 2009
online bingo site ITV Bingo has informed players that it will be closing this Sunday.
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