Gaming News Archives » 2009 » Febuary

Man City made favourites for Uefa Cup with sports betting firms.

Spokesperson for Bingo Association explains why the industry is campaigning for tax reforms.

Major online slot machine jackpot was the result of Feng Shui, says lucky winner.

London-based developer wants to build major new gambling resort in the Spanish desert.

Politician speaks in the language of bingo to make case for new tax regime.

Las Vegas poker tournament will offer knockout bounty on Phil Hellmuth.

Casino in Thanet celebrates first birthday with special poker tournament and other festivities.

Bookmaker taking bets on Rafa Benitez's successor at Anfield.

Victoria Coren urges poker players not to feel pressured into high-stakes games.

Next stop on the European Poker Tour is attracting a large number of online players.

Day four of the World Poker Tour $10,000 no-limit hold’em championship saw 63 players sit down at the table, but only 20 of those survived the six levels of play scheduled for the day.

Ernie Sherer III, a professional poker player, has been arrested on a murder warrant.

A state judge has ruled that video poker machines cannot legally be banned in North Carolina while the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians are still allowed to operate games on their lands within the state.

The $1.75 billion US casino buyout by Australian company Crown Ltd has led to an unexpected lawsuit.

Treasury says no VAT cuts for struggling bingo companies, despite MP protests.

Casino developer in Guildford vows to continue with plans for new gaming complex.

Struggling bingo clubs would benefit from relaxation of tax measures, says MP.

Poker player from Finland scoops over £60,000 at European poker event.

Liverpool's State Ballroom could be transformed into a luxury casino under new proposal.

Norfolk businessman issues plea to local authority over new casino site in Great Yarmouth.

Defeat to Tottenham sees sports betting firms reduce odds on Premier League relegation for Hull.

Businesswoman from Dragons' Den reveals plan for new online bingo venture.

Numbers game fan from Morecambe scoops major jackpot at Gala Bingo venue.

Sally Lindsay of Coronation Street fame will appear in bingo-themed play Everybody Loves A Winner.

Pop star has been spotted regularly at the poker tables of Swindon's Premier Club casino.

Helsinki player celebrates big win at European Poker Tour event in Danish capital.

Female poker star explains why women often have advantage over men at the card table.

BCA spokesperson explains economic benefits of new casino developments.

New bets on Premier League available with sports betting firm, while one bookmaker announces early payout on Manchester United.

Love is in the air for two online bingo players who met through a shared passion for the numbers game.

US poker pro 'makes history' with photo shoot for Sports Illustrated swimsuit edition.

New casino development moves a step closer in Norfolk after revised plans get council approval.

Big prize for unwilling bingo player at Gala venue in Northamptonshire.

Bingo operators will deal with competitive market by putting focus on retaining players, says industry expert.

The Excel Centre in London's Docklands is being linked with a new casino development.

Peter Eastgate picks up two poker awards at ceremony in Copenhagen.

Motorsport expert reveals 'poker craze' among Formula One drivers such as Giancarlo Fisichella and Robert Kubica.

Foxy Bingo creates promotional film for Red Nose Day with Strictly Come Dancing's Kristina Rihanoff.

Amateur poker league in West Bromwich is growing due to interest from online players.

Roberto Romanello from Swansea wins the PartyPoker European Open in London, pocketing $200,000.

Reports of unsettled Chelsea captain create new market for sports betting firms.

Increase in online poker tournaments is boosting interest in live events, claims editor of poker magazine.

Poker writer believes the UK's live tournament scene is still in good health, despite the end of Gala's poker tour.

Whichbingo.co.uk owner talks about online bingo trends during economic downturn.

TV host and poker pro to be called as expert witness in trial of South Carolina poker players.

Protests over Lord Nelson monument persuade casino developer to revise plans for Great Yarmouth gambling venue.

Bingo expert claims that online gaming firms will spend more on advertising as marketplace gets tougher.

Thanet gaming venue aims to provide casino experience for singletons with 'Anti-Valentine' event.

Poker fans advised not to copy risky tactics of players taking part in new series of Premier League Poker.

Buckingham Bingo posts major loss for 2008, but claims Barclays has no plans to close the business down.

Gambling Commission spokesperson gives his assessment of the outlook for mobile gaming operators.

Jennifer Harman to host celebrity poker event in aid of kidney charity at Reno casino next month.

Gaming firm celebrates Valentine's Day all month with free bingo games and special offers.

Readers of Gambling Online Magazine vote 888.com best internet casino for second year running.

Gala Coral spokesperson explains thinking behind plans for new gambling trade association.

New report from online bingo monitor highlights increased emphasis placed on advertising in gaming industry.

Bingo club in Whitehaven celebrates another national game winner, the fourth in the space of a year.

Odds of title success for Manchester United reduced by bookmakers after 1-0 win at Upton Park.

Ricoh Arena looking for new casino operator after Isle of Capri pulls out of Coventry site.

Barney Frank, the chairman of the House Financial Services Committee, has told one of the major British newspapers that he plans, in the next few weeks, to re-introduce a bill which would establish legal operation and regulation of US online casinos and poker sites.

Two years ago, Congress passed the Unlawful Internet Gambling Enforcement Act (UIGEA), a bill which tightened laws against online gambling, and led to the arrests of some industry executives. The laws were finalized on January 19^th 2009, but companies are not required to adhere to them until the end of the year.

The first noteworthy elimination was Tom Franklin, who ended up contributing to Matt Stout’s large stack, losing all his chips in two bad hands, and going home in 21st place.

Slots player hits jackpot for his third prize at William Hill's online casino.

Mrs Obama's Bingo helps Gala to generate £20,000 for care charity.

Market for remote gambling set to expand further during 2009 after report shows significant growth last year.

Annie Duke to put her business skills to the test in celebrity version of The Apprentice on US television.

Statement from Gala Casinos confirms cancellation of UK poker tour.

BCA confirms Lady Cobham's decision to stand down as chairman, prompting search for her successor.

Matthew Stevens explains similarities between snooker and poker ahead of the Welsh Open.

Aspers Casino in Northampton to welcome trio of former Liverpool stars for special event.

Gaming consultant suggests that relaxed legislation for the UK gambling industry could arrest the economic slide.

Defeat to Liverpool sees gambling firms reduce their odds on Scolari leaving Chelsea during 2009.

New legislation boosts online poker tournaments in Italy, with revenue demonstrating major increase.

Mecca Bingo is preparing to open a new gaming venue in the Beeston area of Nottingham.

Las Vegas-themed casino generates funds at golf club's charity event.

Lack of new dates for 2009 raises questions about future of major UK poker tour.

Player from East Kilbride wins £28,000 at Burns Night bingo event.

Poker is often used as a vehicle for fund raising, and the Queens of Heart women’s poker team are one of the most successful and well known poker fund raisers on the poker scene.