Issue N14, 2010
April 7, 2010
Microgaming Brings out Two New Slot Games
True to its word, the leading online casino software provider, Microgaming has launched another pair of new games this month, in line with its policy to update its games portfolio on a regular basis. The two new games are exciting slots titles that are sure to bring hours of entertainment and plenty of rewards to players at top Microgaming powered online casinos.
The first game to be released in April is Sugar Mama and brings players plenty of wealth-themed action from the word go. Sugar Mama features a leading bling-bling lady with plenty of cash that she seems to drop at a whim. Private butlers, fast cars, spoiled pets and VIP travel are just some of the things that Sugar Mama enjoys, and she is ready to share it all. Players can enjoy 12 free retriggerable spins with a 2 x multiplier and a second screen Boutique Bonus game.
The second game to be released is the magician themed Magic Multiplier which boasts five reels and 30 paylines of pure fun. From wilds, to three scatter symbols, two pick and win features, a gamble feature and up to 30 re-triggerable free spins, this game will definitely take one’s breath away. Both games are now available at top Microgaming online casinos.
France Gives Green Light to New Gambling Law
The French government voted 299 to 233 in favor of a new set of laws that will govern the country’s gambling landscape. The parliament passed the law in its original version that was approved by the country’s Senate in February. “This bill allows for the regulated opening of the market for online gaming by authorising operators who respect the strict requirements,” said Francois Baroin, the French Budget Minister. “The government's objective remains to be ready for the start of the FIFA World Cup in June and everything will be implemented to meet that goal.”
While the new legislation was warmly welcomed by groups such as the French Football Federation and the French Olympic Committee, these feelings were not shared by organizations such as the Remote Gambling Authory. “Even if the European Commission, as guardian of the Treaties, feels that a licensing system is sufficient to satisfy EU rules, the French law makes a mockery of a supposed ‘controlled opening’,” said Clive Hawkswood, Chief Executive of the RGA. “Whether it is the hundred plus pages of technical rules, the false limitation on payouts to players, the ineffective blocking mechanisms or the introduction of an unsubstantiated sports right, this system is, unfortunately, seriously flawed and will make it difficult for any private sector company to be successful, especially in the area of sports betting.”
Lithuania Recognizes Poker as a Sport
The Baltic state of Lithuania has taken an important step by declaring that the game of poker is officially recognized in the country as a sport. Until now, poker was limited to the twelve casinos that serve the country’s 3.3 million citizens, however, with its new status, the game of poker can be played outside the casinos as long as it is used for non-commercial purposes.
The Lithuanian government made an official announcement regarding its decision on the Physical Education website last week. The President for the Lithuanian Sports Poker Federation, Andrius Tapinas welcomed the news and said that it was a step in the right direction. “This is an extremely important step in our work,” he said. “We are receiving congratulations from many of our colleagues abroad and I know that we are breaking thick ice with our progress for similar international initiatives.”
There is expected to be a huge number of poker tournaments planned in the country following the announcement, the first being an inaugral event in Vilnius from April 24 to 26.
Win a Trip to Space with Intercasino
No, it’s not an April Fool’s Joke. The popular online casino, Intercasino, has an unbelievable promotion in full swing and it promises to be literally out of this world. Players can win a once in a lifetime trip up to space (!) through the Intercasino promo that will run until May 30th. The prize will be handed to the player who tops the leader board by this date.
The competition is simple enough to enter. Players simply register at Intercasino and start playing from the site’s amazing range of games. Playing these games means that points are accrued and totaled up, with all totals added to the All Star Leaderboard. Even players who don’t win the trip to space can stand in line to win lots of other prizes at this site. For example, £5,000 is up for grabs each and every week for players who try out the super games that include slots, blackjack and roulette.