According to a press release that appeared on the Federal Bureau of Investigations website last Wednesday, December 10, four Russian nationals have been indicted on charges of fraud after allegedly scamming slot machines across the United States. The four are accused of traveling the country to cheat casinos by using illegal electronic devices. The indictment … [Read more…]
Across the globe, reports of diminishing revenue for major land-based casinos have caused nail biting among operators and government treasurers. From new restrictions on pokies in Australia, to the closure of 4 (soon to be 5) of Atlantic City, New Jersey’s 12 casinos this year alone, it’s clear that the gambling industry is taking an … [Read more…]
Some of Topgame’s most popular online casinos are avidly promoting the release of two new games from the slot machines developer. Sugar Rush Winter and Tales of Egypt just recently hit the interactive gaming menus of online casino websites powered by Topgame. In an effort to get the word out, some of those sites are … [Read more…]
Massachusetts has been anticipating the upcoming installment of several land-based casino resorts since the state approved the issuance of up to four licenses for suitable operators in 2011. Three licenses have already been granted, but officials are still ironing out some of the regulatory details. Yesterday, the Gaming Commission approved a pilot program that will … [Read more…]
We all love hearing stories that warm the heart, especially around this time of year, and today’s is just about as warm as it gets. A local man from Las Vegas won an enormous $14 million jackpot while playing the slots over the weekend. When asked about his plans for the money, he said he … [Read more…]
For nearly two decades, Delaware has maintained a strict policy on its casinos that restricted them to maintaining slots within their respective establishments. There are currently three casinos operating in the state, but the revenue results haven’t been too inspiring lately. Gov. Markell’s administration came up with a plan to bail out casinos by allowing … [Read more…]
For anyone who happened to attend the G2E Global Gaming Expo last month, you’ve surely noticed the next generation movement taking over today’s slot machines. What was once specifically designed to be incredibly fast and easy is now taking on a more immersive role, drawing players in with high-tech designs, popular themes, skill-based interaction and … [Read more…]
In this biggest gambling related acquisition since Amaya Gaming took over PokerStars owner Rational Group earlier this year, it’s been confirmed that Nevada regulators gave Scientific Games the nod to buy out mega slot machine maker Bally Technologies for $5.1 billion. The acquisition gives Scientific Games the most diversified portfolio of products in the global … [Read more…]
The Vancouver Sun received an anonymous tip recently that one of the British Columbia Lottery Corporation’s (BCLC) slot machines had mistakenly awarded a prize of $100,000. The slot in question was originally designed to build a progressive jackpot that could not exceed $1,000. When questioned about the near year-old occurrence, the BCLC confirmed the story, … [Read more…]
As you walk through the aisles of the popular SavOn fill-up station on State Highway 31 in Canastota, New York, you’ll see all of the usual convenience items patrons have become accustomed to. But a trek down the furthest aisle reveals to the left an assortment of salty snacks, like potato chips and pretzels, while … [Read more…]