Friday, January 20, 2012

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US Gaming Giant offers operators access to 100,000 risk free betting events per year

Posted: 19 Jan 2012 11:01 AM PST

ICE sees the arrival of US Gaming powerhouse Xpressbet's business-to-business division, XB Net, located at booth 5100.

Xpressbet is part of The Stronach Group, owner of two Casinos, 6 US-based racetracks, one Austria-based racetrack and a totalizator company. In 2011 The Stronach Group racing entities processed over 30% of all the wagers placed in North America with Xpressbet processing over $250M.

Xpressbet President, Ron Luniewski said, "We have been investing in our European B-to-B division since 2008 and have built significant demand for US Horse racing. Because of this growing demand and our exclusive North American relationships, we decided it was time to have a presence at ICE."

Luniewski continues, "US horse racing has experienced strong demand from the European betting public. This is due to the jackpot style – sometimes life changing – bets, the optimal evening hour when US races are run and the wealth of US betting opportunities."

XB Net offers one-stop-shopping for US Racing and is a proven technology solution for clients such as bwin.party. XB Net delivers over 12 hours of live content daily and 100,000 betting events each year. With such products as EasyGate and Easy Xsite, XB Net is able to grant its clients access to North American racing video, data, wagering pathways, tips and much more. This ultimately generates incremental revenue for its clients.

For more information visit www.xb-net.com

 

Gaming Support Secures Exclusive Sign Contract with Cogetech S.p.A.

Posted: 19 Jan 2012 10:50 AM PST

Rotterdam, The Netherlands – January 18, 2012 – Gaming Support B.V. ("Gaming Support") announced todaythat it has reached a definitive commercial agreement with Italian VLT concessionaire, Cogetech S.p.A.("Cogetech,") covering the manufacture and supply of electronic signage for Cogetech's Italian VLT route. Underthe terms of the agreement, Gaming Support will serve as Cogetech's exclusive supplier of physical signage withinthe Italian market.

"In early-2011, Gaming Support was awarded a similar contract by Aristocrat Lotteries, which—in accordance withits agreement with Cogetech—supplied the concessionaire with physical signage as part of its platform rollout,"stated Nick Hogan, Gaming Support's Vice President of Sales and Marketing. "Under this agreement, GamingSupport produced all of the signs, which are now present in Cogetech's affiliate VLT venues. As Cogetech enteredthe second phase of its rollout," continued Hogan, "the company required a signage provider with the creativeenergy and proven logistical capacity to equip its venues with world-class product and service. After a comparativereview of market options, Cogetech elected to award the contract to Gaming Support and extend what had alreadyproven to be a truly excellent working relationship. We're truly honored by their choice and we look forward toassisting Cogetech with its next phase of explosive growth."

"Cogetech has grown explosively over the past year, having successfully deployed our solutions in more than 150integrated VLT venues," stated Michele Sessa, Cogetech's VLT Manager. "Throughout the process, GamingSupport remained in lockstep with us, coordinating efforts with Cogetech, Aristocrat Lotteries and venue operatorsand maintaining an unblemished record of delivery and support. In short," continued Sessa, "Gaming Support hasproven its unwavering integrity as a supplier and, as such, we award them this contract both appreciatively andconfidently."

About Cogetech Cogetech S.p.A., with offices in Milan and Rome, is a market leader in the Italian online and landbased gamingindustry. Established in 2004, Cogetech S.p.A. is one of the top players in the regulated gaming market in Italy.The company has more than 38,000 AWPs in 16,000 points of sale, operates sports betting and online pokerfacilities and also provides commercial and e-payment services. You can find out more about Cogetech by visitingwww.cogetech.it and www.iziplay.it.

About Gaming Support BV Gaming Support is a premier supplier of products and services to the international gaming industry. Founded in2000, the company delivers tried and tested, industry-leading solutions that grow gaming revenues and cut costsfor casinos and slot parlors worldwide. Its diversified range of products and services includes: Casino signs;Agility® ultra-slim, lightweight gaming signs; Digital signage; Jackpot controllers; LED displays; Gamingmanagement systems; BonusBox®; and SlotTimer. Its clients range from the biggest and best casino operators inthe world to small, stand-alone slot parlors. You can find out more about Gaming Support by visiting www.gamingsupport.com

GAMING STANDARDS ASSOCIATION ENJOYS NEW GROWTH AND STRONG INDUSTRY COMMITMENT

Posted: 19 Jan 2012 10:31 AM PST

LAS VEGAS (January 19, 2012) – The Gaming Standards Association, the world's leading standards-setting organization for the gaming industry, recently welcomed two new Platinum members. In addition, the association welcomes seven new members. Further, six members have upgraded their membership status in recognition of and support for the evolution of standards.

AG 18, LLC of California, Arcade Game Regional Innovation Center (AGRIC) of South Korea, and Tipping Point Gaming of Nevada are joining GSA as Silver members. Station Casinos of Nevada, British Group of Newfoundland, Canada, and Grand Vision Gaming of Montana are joining at GSA's new Bronze membership level.

Six current members upgraded their membership. Upgrading from Silver to Gold are the Atlantic Lottery Corporation, Multimedia Games, Oregon Lottery, and WCLC. BMM Compliance and Gaming Laboratories International (GLI) both upgraded from Associate members to Silver.

"GSA continues to grow on every continent and in every aspect of the gaming industry. Our members are the driving force behind GSA and our standards. Together, our member companies are forever changing the casino gaming industry, and we extend an open hand to all companies to join us in forging the new vision of gaming," said GSA President Peter DeRaedt.

GSA members enjoy extensive benefits that improve with each heightened level of membership. All GSA members enjoy the benefits of access to GSA standards, a privilege limited to GSA members only. Full benefits information can be found on the GSA website at www.gamingstandards.com

There is a GSA membership level to fit every company's goals and budget. For a complete listing of benefits and for more information, please visit www.gamingstandards.com or call +1 (510) 492-4060.

About the Gaming Standards Association (GSA): The Gaming Standards Association (GSA) is an international trade association that creates benefits for gaming manufacturers, suppliers, operators, and regulators. We facilitate the identification, definition, development, promotion, and implementation of open standards to enable innovation, education, and communication for the benefit of the entire industry. Established in 1998, GSA's members represent a wide cross section of the global gaming industry

GSA's Game to System (G2S) Protocol has been named "Best Productivity-Enhancement Technology" by Global Gaming Business Magazine; one of Casino Journal magazine's "Top 3 Most Innovative Products"; and one of Casino Enterprise Management's "Top 10 Slot Floor Technologies."

Platinum members include Alberta Gaming & Liquor Commission (AGLC); Aristocrat Technologies Inc.; Bally Technologies, Inc. (BYI); International Game Technology (IGT); Konami Gaming Inc.; Ontario Lottery and Gaming Corporation (OLG); SPIELO (an affiliate of GTECH LTO.MI), and WMS Gaming Inc. (WMS).

Other members include: 3M Touch Systems (MMM); AG 18, LLC; AGRIC (Arcade Game Regional Innovation Center); Ainsworth Game Technology Ltd.; Aruze Gaming America, Inc.; Atlantic Lottery Corporation; Austrian Gaming Industries; BMM Compliance; British Columbia Lottery Corporation (BCLC); British Group; Caesars Entertainment; Codere, S.A.; ComTrade; Crane Payment Solutions; DR Gaming Technology Europe; Eclipse Testing; Euro Games Technology Ltd.; European Casino Association; FutureLogic; Gaming Laboratories International (GLI); Grand Vision Gaming; GTA; Intralot S.A. (INLr.AT); Isle of Capri Casinos; LotoQuebec; Macao Polytechnic Institute; Manitoba Lotteries Corporation; MEI; Multimedia Games (MGAM); Multi-State Lottery Association; NRT Technology Corporation; Oregon Lottery; Penn National Gaming; Radical Blue Gaming; Scientific Games(SGMS); Seminole Tribe of Florida; Shuffle Master, Inc.(SHFL); Station Casinos; Techlink Entertainment International Ltd.; Tipping Point Gaming; Transact Technologies (TACT); UNLV International Gaming Institute; Video Gaming Technologies, Inc.; Western Canada Lottery Corporation (WCLC).

For more information, visit www.gamingstandards.com and join GSA on Facebook, LinkedIn, and Twitter.

 

 

THE PRINCE AND PRINCESS OF SPAIN GET THE FIRST “GREEN CAPITAL” DECK OF PLAYING CARDS BY FOURNIER

Posted: 19 Jan 2012 10:29 AM PST

The mayor of Vitoria, Javier Maroto has awarded Prince Felipe and Princess Letizia, Prince and Princess of Asturias, a very special treat: the first deck of playing cards that Fournier Playing Cards has manufactured to commemorate a very historical occasion.

Fournier has produced this deck to mark the award hold this year by the city that gave birth to the company in 1868. The European Green Capital 2012, Vitoria-Gasteiz, maintains an important role during this week in Fitur, the tourism fair in Madrid, the most important of which are held in Spain.

The Prince and Princess of Asturias have shown their interest in the “green” project of Vitoria, a project which was awarded on October 21, 2010 with the appointment of Vitoria as European Green Capital 2012 by the European Commission.

This award aims to recognize those cities that have a consistent record of meeting environmental standards, are committed to raising new ambitious targets for environmental improvement and sustainable development and can act as a role model to inspire other cities and promote best practices all other European cities.

Vitoria is the first Spanish city to get this award and it succeeds Stockholm in 2010 and Hamburg in 2011.

http://www.nhfournier.es

JENNINGSBET AGREES DEAL TO LAUNCH PASSOKER

Posted: 19 Jan 2012 01:01 AM PST

London, Thursday, January 19, 2012 – Passoker, the unique in-play betting product, today announces a supply agreement with JenningsBet, one of the UK's leading independent bookmakers.

The deal means that Passoker will be available worldwide to players at www.jenningsbet.com, the award-winning sportsbook, casino, poker and games website operated by the Jennings Group, which also trades from over 100 licensed betting offices and employs more than 300 personnel.

Passoker features legendary Sky Sports football and darts commentators Martin Tyler and Sid Waddell. The white label product enables operators to boost their in-play offering with incident-based, non-skill games which provide numerous opportunities to bet on what will happen next for virtually every sport and during a range of television programmes.

Passoker CEO Stuart Carr said: "The quality of JenningsBet's online offering is recognised by the industry and players alike, so we are extremely pleased that they have chosen to utilise Passoker as they look to build on the success of the site."

JenningsBet Director Steve Templeman added: "Passoker has been one of the most exciting product launches the industry has seen for a long time. We look forward to integrating it to JenningsBet and are very optimistic about the potential that this partnership brings."

Passoker www.passoker.com Passoker is a unique gaming product covering televised live sporting action including football, rugby league and union, snooker, darts, NFL, tennis and cricket. It rewards players on every occurrence of a sporting incident, e.g. a goal, free-kick or throw-in, an ace or double fault, a six or a wicket, Passoker is also played during television programmes, including Match of the Day and Coronation Street. Winner of the prestigious Start-up Launchpad award at EiG 2010, the company has a data integration partnership with Opta.

 

PARIPLAY ANNOUNCES THE LAUNCH OF TWO WEBSITES

Posted: 19 Jan 2012 12:29 AM PST

THE Isle of Man Government's Department of Economic Development is pleased to announce that Pariplay, who were recently granted their licence by the Isle of Man Government's Gambling Supervision Commission, has launched two websites www.scratchgames.com and www.mamutgames.com.

Pariplay is a software company that produces unique online gaming environments that are built on multi vertical fixed-odd games. Both of the sites that have recently been launched offer online games that are created with the latest gaming technology, using a unique algorithm, which changes the rules of gambling in favour of the player. The company has well over 300,000 customers from over 80 plus countries.  A great incentive for users is that they can purchase from a series of scratch cards that have guaranteed wins.

Pariplay was required to satisfy the jurisdiction's licensing requirements and comply with the stringent online gaming standards and player protection rules to obtain its licence.  In future, the Company plans to establish a marketing department and a business development department, which will operate from the Isle of Man and hopes to produce further gaming platforms.

Commenting on the launch, Gili Lisani, Chief Executive Officer of Pariplay, said:

'We produce high quality, multi-vertical fixed-odd games, in order to provide a unique gaming experience to our players. We focus on security, therefore offer an online gaming environment that is 100% transparent. We use a unique algorithm that enables operators to assess the risks and be fully aware of the minimum profit available and we give the player better odds than our competitors. This is the future of online gaming and we are at the forefront of the industry.

He went on to say:

'We chose the Isle of Man due to its amazing infrastructure, which is second to none and the fact that it's not within the EU is a huge benefit.  The Island offers a professionalism of the highest standard, which also makes it a very appealing place to conduct a business in.'

Alex Downie OBE, MLC, the Department of Economic Development's Political Member with responsibility for E-gaming, said:

'I am pleased that Pariplay has announced the launch of their website and again this addition showcases the Island's success as a leading jurisdiction for gaming companies. The Isle of Man offers an ideal environment for Pariplay to develop its business due to its high level of regulation and support.'

For more information contact:

Ray Davies E-Gaming Manager 01624 682365 ray.davies@gov.im

Joshua Krimberg VP Pariplay +972 722 777073 josh@pariplayltd.com

About Pariplay Pariplay pride themselves on their fast-paced game production, their unique fixed-odds algorithm and their ability to place all gaming verticals into a fixed-odds environment. The unique algorithm they use enables operators to assess the risks and be fully aware of the minimum profit available. They are able to transfer any gambling vertical into a lottery environment, enabling operators to take their gambling vertical into a fixed-odds environment.  They have the capabilities to add lucrative verticals into any existing operation by adding new games, which will lead to the operators earning good revenue.

Fixed-odd betting enables guaranteed revenue, as players know that they're definitely going to win a minimum of 1 in 3 games. All of their games are produced in-house by an experienced team of specialised gaming designers.  Their back-office system was tailor-made and specifically designed to detect fraud and to prevent any gaming risks, so that their players can be rest assured that their personal information will be secure at all times.

About the Isle of Man To discover more about the Isle of Man download the attached 'key facts' guide or visit the Government website at www.gov.im or the Invest in Isle of Man site at www.investiom.co.im

 

NEWave Continually Monitoring Upcoming and Dramatic FinCEN Changes, Notifies Clients of Deadline Extension

Posted: 19 Jan 2012 12:23 AM PST

LAS VEGAS (January 18, 2012) – Leading software supplier to the gaming industry NEWave is continually monitoring the upcoming and dramatic changes in FinCEN regulations recently announced by the U.S. government. Now NEWave is notifying its clients that the deadline to meet the new FinCEN reporting requirements has been extended to March 31, 2013.

"The FinCEN changes are sweeping, and therefore, the deadline extension is a welcome relief to casino operators everywhere. Because they must either increase staffing levels or install software that will complete and file the forms automatically, casinos should not take the extension as a time to relax – the prep work is still significant, and now is the time to prepare," said NEWave COO Tom Bechtel.

NEWave is in the process of finalizing software updates to its myCompliance Suite that will ensure casinos are compliant with the new reporting process. That product is expected to be release in Q1 2012, well in advance of the impending FinCEN changes, giving casinos time to get ahead of the new requirements.

Additionally, NEWave recently released an important white paper which outlines the effects on U.S. casino operators from the changes in FinCEN regulations. An updated version of the white paper is available for free, immediate download now at NEWave's website, www.mynewave.com.

NEWave has a long and proven track record of protecting casinos against fines. In fact, not one of NEWave's clients has ever been found to be in non-compliance. Additionally, an independent audit proved that NEWave's software saves casinos anywhere from $100,000 to $150,000 annually.

About NEWave: NEWave and its more than 230 clients are creating award-winning, innovative solutions together. Founded in 1993, NEWave has more than 200 years of combined professional experience in the gaming and hospitality industry; identifying, developing and deploying tools and strategies required to successfully manage information technology projects and organizations. In addition, NEWave leads the industry in the development and implementation of gaming and hospitality software applications and services that provide complete solutions for auditing functions, regulatory compliance and casino cage operations. For more information, please visit www.mynewave.com.