Friday, December 21, 2012

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GLI Europe Renews RvA Guide 65 Accreditation

Posted: 20 Dec 2012 02:13 PM PST

 

 

HILLEGOM, The Netherlands 20 December 2012. Having completed a rigorous and thorough audit process, Gaming Laboratories International (GLI), the world's leading gaming testing laboratory and technical consultancy, has renewed its RvA Guide 65 accreditation.

Martin Britton Managing Director GLI Europe

The audit was a complete examination of GLI Europe's product certification processes and activities, technical aspects of the testing process, and quality management system, among others. GLI Europe received a "no deficiencies" review, the highest rank possible.

GLI Europe Managing Director Martin Britton said, "Earning our ISO Guide 65 accreditation renewal is an important achievement. When a test lab like GLI is itself tested and passes successfully, that means the regulators we serve in the land-based and iGaming industries can have the utmost level of confidence that our activities, processes and systems meet the highest possible global standards for excellence."

With its Guide 65 accreditation, GLI can issue its Gaming Labs Certified® mark to devices and systems that pass GLI's testing standards and processes.

Because GLI subjects itself to the high standards of ISO Guide 65 auditing, companies who are issued a Gaming Labs Certified mark for their devices and systems that pass the testing process can bear the mark as a sign of global credibility and confidence.

Britton said, "We have placed tremendous time, effort and money in developing a reputable certification program accepted worldwide, and our Certification mark is a globally recognized symbol of excellence. With our accreditation renewal, the Gaming Labs Certified mark continues to represent the acknowledgement that an internationally recognized accreditation body has confirmed the integrity of GLI in certifying gaming products and services to one of the highest recognized standards in the world."

With more than 750 employees, GLI has more capacity than any other gaming testing lab. GLI serves more than 455 global jurisdictions, more than 130 of which exclusively accept GLI certification letters.

For nearly 25 years, Gaming Laboratories International, LLC has been the world leader in providing independent testing, inspection and certification services to the gaming, wagering and lottery industry.  GLI also offers independent network and information security assessments to its regulatory, lottery and supplier clients. With 20 laboratory locations located across Africa, Asia, Australia, the Caribbean, Europe, North America and South America, GLI is the only global organization of its kind to hold U.S. and international accreditations for compliance with ISO/IEC 17025, 17020 and guide 65 standards for technical competence in the gaming, wagering and lottery industries. For more information, visit www.gaminglabs.com.

 

KITTY BINGO LAUNCH GREASE ONLINE SLOT

Posted: 20 Dec 2012 04:24 AM PST

 

 

December 20th 2012  Kitty Bingo, the online bingo site, has launched its new Grease slot game. The 25-line caricature slot is based on the best-selling musical film starring John Travolta and Olivia Newton-John. It is exclusive to Daub Alderney Ltd and can only be found on www.kittybingo.com and www.spinandwin.com where players can enjoy a 95% return to player (RTP).

Four mystery progressive multi level jackpots run simultaneously and take their name from the T-Birds, Pink Ladies, Rydell High and Greased Lightning. It is set on a 4×5 grid of 20 squares that hide different symbols, and if four identical ones are matched then the jackpot is landed.

There is also a bonus round where three or more Grease scatter icons trigger the Frosty Palace Free Spins Bonus Round.  When three Rydell High symbols appear they transform into 'Click Me' buttons that in turn offer prizes when selected.

A spokesman for Kitty Bingo said he hoped the game would prove popular with the site’s growing number of customers.

He added: “The game carries a number of innovative features and the progressive jackpot means that our players can look forward to some huge rewards. We're really excited about the launch of the Grease slot game and we're planning on plenty more releases in the future."

About us Kittybingo.com launched in second half of 2012 offering an original and high quality gaming experience using the best and most inventive providers present in the market. The site also referred to as Kitty's Home is an enjoyable, original and fun environment, creating a new level of entertainment, whilst being extremely customer friendly.

 

 

INTERBLOCK INSTALLATION IN REPUBLIC OF DJIBOUTI

Posted: 20 Dec 2012 01:35 AM PST

 

In July 2012 Interblock successfully carried out its first installation of G3 Queen Roulette(tm) with 10 play stations at Safari Casino Club inside the Djibouti Palace Kempinski Hotel in the Horn of Africa.

After a few months of excellent performance of the product, casino management decided to upgrade their casino floor with another G3 product Megastar Roulette with 08 play stations. And the story of success is to be continued in the beginning of the year 2013 with introduction of our latest G4 Organic generation.

Mr. Eric Favre, General Manager at Djibouti Palace Kempinski, mentioned: “Djibouti Palace Kempinski emphasis on luxury experiences and top quality services. We are one of the top luxury hotels in this part of Africa and with an increasing competition it is of key importance to always provide the best for our guests. Interblock has proven, through research and experience, that it is on the top of the gaming industry and we look forward to continue developing the Safari Casino Club in this spirit.”

Mr. Klemen Sitar, Regional Sales Manager at Interblock, explained: “We are proud that another market in Africa continent has decided to invite Interblock to their wonderful and spectacular project, which Djibouti Palace Kempinski definitely is. First responses after installation in July from the customers were very positive, so decision for upgrading their casino floor followed very quickly. We are happy to announce that Safari Casino Club also showed interest for our latest G4 Organic generation and in the beginning of 2013 our G4 Organic Virtual(tm) 07 with Baccarat game will be installed.”

Safari Casino Club, commented the installation: “After thorough market research we have decided to install Interblock’s luxury products in our casino, because they are the hottest topic everywhere you go at the moment. Technical superiority, after service support, amazing design of the products and customers feedback was major reasons for further upgrade’s.”

About Safari Casino Club in Djibouti Palace Kempinski Hotel The Djibouti Palace Kempinski stands at a prime beachfront location between the Red Sea and the Indian Ocean. It’s the ultimate luxury and perfect balance between Oriental elegance and African authenticity. Kempinski Hotels is Europe’s oldest luxury hotel group and now comprises a portfolio of 72 five-star hotels in 31 countries and continues to add new properties in Europe, the Middle East, Africa and Asia. Safari Casino Club inside luxurious Kempinski achieves high performances of installed products due to high demand from international clients and residents.

Interblock would like to express gratitude to the management of Safari Casino Club in Djibouti Palace Kempinski Hotel for their support!

 

IGT extends relationship with Ladbrokes to launch entire games portfolio

Posted: 20 Dec 2012 01:17 AM PST

LONDON December 20, 2012 International Game Technology NYSE: IGT, the global leader in driving technology innovations in the gaming industry, today announced that it has extended its relationship with Ladbrokes to supply the company with IGT's full portfolio of online and mobile games.

In line with Ladbrokes' position as a leading e-enabled international betting and gaming business, Ladbrokes.com will host IGT's best-of-breed slot games via the IGT remote gaming server (rgs), allowing Ladbrokes access to over 120 of the world's best performing online and mobile casino games, via a single integration.

STAR TREKTM Against All Odds, MONOPOLY PLUSTM and Elvis® A Little More ActionTM are among the smash hit branded titles being made available to players at Ladbrokes.com, alongside IGT classics Da Vinci DiamondsTM, Pixies of the ForestTM, and Wolf RunTM.

Ladbrokes, at the forefront of the global betting and gaming market with annual Group revenues of £980.3 million, will also receive all new content released by IGT going forward.

"The agreement with Ladbrokes joins two of the world's most successful gaming companies," said Leigh Nissim, IGT commercial director of Interactive, EMEA. "IGT is delighted to be supplying its premium online casino games that include many well-known slot titles in addition to popular licensed brands, as well as rolling out our mobile games in early 2013. We look forward to continuing our successful partnership with Ladbrokes."

"We have made clear our pledge to work with best-of-breed suppliers and IGT certainly fits into this category," Richard Poole, Head of Product – Casino and Games, Ladbrokes eGaming. "I am sure that our players will appreciate the extra quality we are bringing to Ladbrokes.com and we will be undertaking a comprehensive promotional campaign to launch the games."

About IGT International Game Technology (NYSE: IGT) is a global leader in casino gaming entertainment and continues to transform the industry by translating casino player experiences to social, mobile and interactive environments for regulated markets around the world. IGT’s recent acquisition of DoubleDown Interactive provides engaging casino style entertainment to more than 5 million players monthly. More information about IGT is available at www.IGT.com or connect with IGT at @IGTNews or www.facebook.com/IGT. Anyone can play at the DoubleDown Casino by visiting http://apps.facebook.com/doubledowncasino or www.doubledowncasino.com.

About Ladbrokes The name Ladbrokes is synonymous with betting and gaming: the hallmark of a premier brand. The Company, the origins of which date back to 1886, employs over 14,000 people in Britain and over 16,000 in total. It is one of the world's leading betting and gaming enterprises. Ladbrokes is a market leader in retail bookmaking in the UK, Ireland, Belgium and Spain where it operates a combined total of more than 2,700 betting shops. In addition to its extensive retail presence Ladbrokes offers thousands of betting markets on a daily basis via the Internet, mobile Internet and telephone. The telephone betting operation services 85,000 customers, while Ladbrokes.com, the Company’s online betting and gaming facility, has attracted nearly 800,000 active clients. Betting is offered via 13 tailored sites in nine different languages; supporting 17 currencies. The site incorporates the highest levels of security, which underwrite an integrated array of sports betting and gaming services available 24 hours a day, 365 days of the year. Ladbrokes is focused on building its digital capabilities to realise its vision of becoming a fully-enabled international betting and gaming business.