Author: Daniel Williams

The Darlington FC Fans Lottery has underwent a total makeover in order for it to be made more customer-friendly in terms of ease and seamlessness. The above-mentioned lottery is a fund raising initiative that has been originally known under the name Club 1883 Draw. It provides its users with a massive cash prize on a weekly basis, as well as with a special bonus cash prize every month. All members of the Club 1883 Draw have been automatically signed as members of the newly-created Darlington Football Club Fans Lottery. Now,…

The UK Gambling Commission (UKGC) has granted the virtual games and gaming systems supplier Kiron Interactive with a Combined Remote Operating License. This is a great news for the South African company, which signed a virtual games distribution agreement with the sports betting platform operator Digitain only a fortnight ago. The Co-Chief Executive Officer of Kiron Interactive Steven Spartinos commented on the newly-received license, saying that the company was always focused on being one step ahead when it came to innovative gaming solutions. He also expressed his hope that the…

The Advertising Standards Authority (ASA) published a ruling on two issues related to an advert released by Cozy Games Management Ltd. The watchdog have investigated two issues, only one of which was actually upheld. The complainant referred to an ad sent by Cozy Games Management’ Big Bucks Bingo brand directly on e-mail on August 2nd 2016. The text of the advert stated that customers could use a coupon with a promo code to get an additional bonus of £10. According to the ad, players could also get 100 free spins…

The Competition and Markets Authority’s (CMA) intention to investigate the UK gambling industry terms and conditions has been backed by the Independent Betting Adjudication Service (IBAS) and more specifically, by its Managing Director Richard Hayler. This becomes clear at a time when the country’s regulatory body in the fact of the UK Gambling Commission has been primarily focused on various matters related to customer interaction and satisfaction. Only ten days ago, the Competition and Markets Authority revealed that its intentions to start an inquiry on bookmakers’ potentially unfair terms and…

The UK Gambling Commission has published a consultation on the proposed changes to its Remote Gambling and Software Technical Standards. The latter provide the specific technical standards and features, as well as the security requirements that have been especially set for holders of remote gambling licenses and gambling software companies. Such companies are required to meet these technical standards and rules in order to operate in compliance with the UK Gambling Commission’s regulatory standards. The latest consultation on the matters of the RTS is aimed at providing customers not only…

The Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) has officially approved Betcade as an Authorised Payment Institution on the territory of the UK. The company, which was found only a year ago, is known as the first dedicated Android application store that had been especially developed for the gaming industry. The company offers a reliable branded application that provides players with the chance to search and find, download and manage various gaming applications. The admission of Betcade as an Authorised Payment Institution is considered as another significant step for the company. Currently the…

The organisers of the annual gaming show ICE Totally Gaming have revealed that an additional hall has been presented. The event, which is to take place at London’s ExCel centre from February 7th to February 9th, will feature one more hall that would be especially added in order to provide new exhibitor with the chance to have their own space and identity. As revealed by the event’s organisers, a special dedicated pre-show is planned to take place as well as an in-venue marketing and promotional programme will be featured in…

The work on the next development stage of the Victoria Gate retail has already been in progress. As a result, it became clear that a new super casino is planned to set foot in Leeds in 2017. A multi-million investment has been made in the casino venue that is expected to be the third largest casino in the country, with an overall capacity of 1,400 people. The Development arm of Global Gaming Ventures has unveiled plans for its new Victoria Gate Casino which is to be placed on top of…

The Advertising Standards Authority published a ruling against Ladbrokes after investigating two issues. The ruling was made over an advert which promoted the brand’s casino and was sent via e-mail on April 21th. According to the text read in the ad, players who deposited £35 would get £5, the ones who deposited £60 would be granted with £10, and the ones who placed a bet of £100 would get £20. The e-mail promotion also read that this “winning combination” was especially intended for Table Club players, and included a set…

The Department for Culture, Media & Sport (DCMS) published a review of gaming machines and social responsibility measures amid increased Government and regulatory concerns regarding the situation with the sports betting industry in the country. The call for evidence is planned to be used as a starting point when it comes to imposing certain measures to protect both children and vulnerable people from the negative impact of gambling activities and advertising. Tracey Crouch, Minister for Gambling in the UK, commented on the Government call for evidence on the matters related…