"Maya Lock": a new slot game inspired by pre-columbian mysteries

An immersive journey into the heart of the Central American jungle sets the stage for the newly released online slot "Maya Lock." The game features a richly detailed setting inspired by the rituals, sacred symbols, and temple architecture of the ancient Maya civilization, delivering a visually striking and atmospheric gaming experience.

Key Features

The slot offers a mix of free spins, multipliers, special symbols, and dynamic bonus features. Designed for seamless performance across all devices, it ensures smooth gameplay on desktops, smartphones, and tablets.

Strategy and Innovation

This release marks a strategic move by the game developer to strengthen its footprint in online casino portfolios. By combining strong thematic storytelling with refined game mechanics, the studio aims to captivate a diverse range of players and stand out in an increasingly competitive market.

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UK announces mandatory levy and online slot limits

The government has taken its first steps towards strengthening gambling harm legislation today, confirming plans to implement a statutory levy on gambling profits and online slot stake limits to help tackle the issue of gambling addiction.

- Government to bring forward statutory levy as first step to strengthening harmful gambling protections

- Mandated levy to generate £100 million for the research, prevention and treatment of gambling harms, with half of funding to directly benefit NHS-led gambling treatment system

- Government also confirms online slot stake limits of £5 for over 25s and £2 for young adults aged 18 to 24

Gambling Minister Baroness Twycross has outlined how a levy on gambling operators will be designed and implemented as the government moves forward on its manifesto commitment to reduce gambling harm.

The landmark levy will be charged to all licensed operators and will guarantee increased, ringfenced and consistent funding to prevent and tackle gambling harm.

Under the current voluntary system not all gambling companies contribute equally, with some operators paying as little as £1 a year towards research, prevention and treatment. The new mandatory levy will ensure all operators contribute a fair share.

The Gambling Minister has also confirmed that the government will introduce stake limits for online slots, a higher-risk gambling product associated with large losses, long sessions, and binge play.

Stake limits will be set at £5 per spin for adults aged 25 and over and £2 per spin for 18-24 year olds. Evidence from the Office for Health Improvement and Disparities and the Gambling Survey for Great Britain shows young adults can be particularly vulnerable to gambling related harm with under 25s having one of the highest proportion of respondents scoring 8 or more on the Problem Gambling Severity Index (PGSI) of any age group.

Minister for Gambling, Baroness Twycross said:

"Gambling harm can ruin people’s finances, relationships, and ultimately lives. We are absolutely committed to implementing strengthened measures for those at risk, as well as providing effective support for those affected."

"The introduction of the first legally mandated levy will be instrumental in supporting research, raising awareness and reducing the stigma around gambling-related harm."

"We are also helping to protect those at risk, with a particular focus on young adults, by introducing stake limits for online slots."

"These measures will help build an NHS fit for our future and strengthen protections whilst also allowing people to continue to gamble safely."

From October 2023 to January 2024, the government sought views from clinicians, academics, the industry and the wider public on how the levy should be designed and implemented.

In its response to this consultation, the government has confirmed 50% of all funding generated will be directed to NHS England and appropriate bodies in Scotland and Wales to develop a comprehensive support and treatment system. This will include referrals and triage, through to recovery and aftercare.

Prevention is a crucial part of the government’s efforts to tackle gambling harm. 30% of levy funding will go towards investment in this area, which could include measures such as national public health campaigns and training for frontline staff. The government is taking the time to get the important decision on the future of prevention right and will publish next steps in the coming months.

The remaining 20% of funding will be directed to UK Research and Innovation (UKRI) and the Gambling Commission to develop bespoke Research Programs on Gambling, undertaking vital research to inform future policy and regulation.

Claire Murdoch, NHS national director for mental health, said:

"Problem gambling can completely ruin lives and the issue has skyrocketed, with NHS services treating record numbers and our latest data showing a staggering 129% increase in service referrals compared with the same period last year."

"I am delighted to welcome this commitment to a mandatory gambling levy which the NHS, bereaved families and the voluntary sector have been calling for so we can treat this growing problem – and we will continue to work with government to do all we can to protect problem gamblers from this billion-pound industry."

Professor Henrietta Bowden-Jones, National Clinical Advisor on Gambling Harms at NHS England, said:

"Gambling harms have a devastating effect on people’s lives. We know that 2.5% of the population are gambling in a severe and harmful way but many more are affected, whether family members or gamblers already experiencing negative consequences but below the clinical threshold."

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Harrah's Las Vegas celebrating its 50th birthday during October

A milestone birthday is worth singing about, and legendary entertainer Donny Osmond has done just that. The Harrah’s Las Vegas Casino & Hotel headliner recently surprised his audience with a special birthday song to commemorate the resort’s 50th anniversary celebration.

“Harrah’s 50th combines two of the things I love the most, performing on stage and celebrating birthdays!” said Osmond. “Harrah’s 50th is sure to be the best year yet!”

During Harrah’s month-long birthday bash, guests can experience great food and beverage specials, participate in social media sweepstakes, enjoy entertainment and spa offers and more throughout October.

The iconic Las Vegas Strip property opened in 1973 as the Holiday Casino and later transformed into Harrah’s after casino pioneer William F. Harrah acquired the property in 1992. Since then, the Harrah’s brand has expanded to include 18 resorts in the Caesars Entertainment portfolio.

In recent years, Harrah’s Las Vegas has made significant enhancements with renovations of guest rooms and common areas throughout the casino floor. The resort has welcomed several new restaurants led by celebrity chefs and boasts a variety of entertainment options. Later this year, Harrah’s will introduce a new guest arrival experience with a multimillion-dollar redesign of its main entrance and porte-cochère. With a nod to its rich history and bright future, Harrah’s Las Vegas invites guests to experience anniversary-themed offerings throughout October.

“For half a century, Harrah’s has provided visitors with a true Las Vegas experience featuring iconic names in entertainment and hospitality in the heart of The Strip,” said Dan Walsh, Senior Vice President and General Manager of Harrah’s Las Vegas. “The 50th anniversary wouldn’t be possible without the loyalty of our guests, support from the community and dedicated service from our Team Members. We look forward to celebrating with our guests as Harrah’s continues to be a must-visit destination with renovated hotel rooms, a modernized casino floor and new food and beverage offerings such as Ramsay’s Kitchen and The Lounge.”

Anniversary-Themed Specials:

Social Media Sweepstakes:
From today to Tuesday, 31 October, guests can share their love for Harrah’s Las Vegas and enter The #Harrahs50Years social media sweepstakes. To enter, visitors can post their favorite photo or video of a Harrah’s Las Vegas experience they enjoyed with #Harrahs50Years, #AllNewsHarrahs, and #Sweepstakes for a chance to win big. The prize package includes a two-night stay in a renovated suite, a $300 food and beverage credit, a $250 spa credit, two tickets to a show of the guests’ choice at Harrah’s Las Vegas and two tickets to the High Roller Observation Wheel or FlyLINQ Zipline at The LINQ Promenade. One lucky winner will be selected at random on Tuesday, 31 October. Harrah’s guests can share their favorite Harrah’s memories by tagging @harrahsvegas along with the hashtags on Instagram or X.

Spa:
At The Spa at Harrah’s Las Vegas, guests can escape into a calm and soothing atmosphere that offers a steam room, relaxation lounge and sauna. In addition, The Spa also offers cardio and weight equipment.

Cheers to 50 Years Massage – In honor of the resort’s milestone anniversary, spa visitors can treat themselves to a relaxing Swedish massage enhanced with an exfoliating hand and foot treatment featuring The Spa at Harrah’s special blend of sugar scrub. After the service, guests can make a toast with a celebratory glass of champagne. (50 minutes, $150)

Golden Jubilee Facial – Guests can honor the golden anniversary of Harrah’s Las Vegas with a 24-karat gold treatment that fills facial lines, lifts the skin and provides a deep rejuvenation to reduce aging appearances. Guests can enjoy the service with a celebratory glass of champagne. (50 minutes, $150)
Entertainment and Attractions:
World-class entertainment has been part of the Harrah’s legacy for decades. For the resort’s anniversary, visitors can experience a variety of shows, including Donny Osmond’s residency, DONNY.

Harrah’s 50th Anniversary Show Offer: During October, visitors can celebrate with a discount of 50% off show tickets until Monday, 30 October. Participating shows include Donny Osmond, Menopause The Musical, X Country and HYPROV: Improv Under Hypnosis. Discounted tickets can only be purchased online at https://www.ticketmaster.com/promo/n7m0lq.

Harrah’s 50th Anniversary Attractions Offer: High Roller Observation Wheel and FlyLINQ Zipline at The LINQ Promenade are also offering a 50% discount throughout October, for any date until the end of 2023. Discounted tickets can only be purchased online at https://www.ticketmaster.com/promo/e1bxtn.
Food and Beverage Specials:
In celebration of Harrah’s Las Vegas birthday, guests can enjoy exclusive anniversary menus and special drinks to toast to the occasion.

Ramsay’s Kitchen at Harrah’s Las Vegas: To celebrate the golden year of Harrah’s Las Vegas, guests can visit Gordon Ramsay’s latest Strip restaurant and enjoy the Harrah’s 50th Anniversary Menu. Featuring signature menu items from Chef Ramsay’s many restaurants, visitors can indulge in menu items such as Salmon Crudo, Jumbo Lump Crab Cake, 24-ounce bone-in Ribeye, Roasted Chicken Breast and the iconic Sticky Toffee Pudding. Specialty cocktails include The Cordillera and the Behind Blue Eyes. The limited-time menu is available for $150 per guest.

Ruth’s Chris Steak House at Harrah’s Las Vegas: Harrah’s visitors can celebrate the occasion with the sizzle of an Anniversary Tasting Menu. Courses include guest favorites such as Crab Cake, Steakhouse Salad, Ribeye & Shrimp and Fresh Berries with Sweet Cream Sauce. To end the night, guests can make a toast with the Gambler’s Old Fashioned or a Dirty Goose Martini. The limited-time menu is available for $150 per guest.

Harrah’s Las Vegas Bars and Lounges: Commemorating the moment, guests can enjoy a celebratory drink to Harrah’s 50th Anniversary. Drinks available throughout the anniversary month include the Gold Fashioned, Crime of Passion and Violette Night. The drinks will be served at Ramsay’s Kitchen by Gordon Ramsay, Ruth’s Chris Steak House, The Lounge, Piano Bar, Lobby Bar, Signature Bar and Fulton Street Food Hall Bar.
Additional Offerings:
Harrah’s Las Vegas continues to expand its culinary lineup with fresh restaurants, such as Bobby’s Burgers by Bobby Flay, PizzaCake by Buddy Valastro and Walk-On’s Sports Bistreaux. Additionally, guests can enjoy high-class cocktails and spirits at the new The Lounge while sports fans can view action-packed moments at the renovated Caesars Race & Sportsbook at Harrah’s.

The Lounge:
The Lounge, which recently opened in the heart of Harrah’s casino floor, offers an intimate setting with plush seating where guests can relax and unwind with craft cocktails and curated spirits. Visitors can watch their team on one of the many TV screens or try their luck on the new bar top multi-game machines. The beverage menu features a selection of signature cocktails, wine and beer (draft, bottled or canned).

High Limit Slots:
Harrah’s Las Vegas features a new and modern High Limit Slot zone on the casino floor. The area is spacious, providing a personalized approach for next-level slot players. Guests can play their favorite slots, such as the new Double Top Dollar, Pinball, Huff N’ More Puff, Dragon Cash and Triple Double Diamond. Base denominations on the High Limit Slot machines range from $1 to $500.

Caesars Race & Sportsbook at Harrah’s:
The renovated space boasts more than 760 square feet of LED TV walls, six, 65-inch odds boards, two self-service betting kiosks and six sports betting ticket windows. The elevated, modern design offers an inviting, lounge-like space with a variety of sofas and chairs for sports fans to enjoy games in a luxurious environment worthy of a Caesar.
For more information and to make a reservation, guests may visit http://www.caesars.com/harrahs-las-vegas/50-anniversary.

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IGT slots pay out three jackpots over $1 million dollars in February

International Game Technology PLC announced that its Wheel of Fortune slots awarded two three-million-dollar plus jackpots in February. The same month, IGT’s Powerbucks slots minted a jackpot totaling more than one-million-dollars.

The following million-dollar-plus jackpots were awarded: On 4 February, a guest won $3,257,830 playing Wheel of Fortune Gold Spin Triple Gold at Bellagio in Las Vegas. On 18 February, a guest won $3,274,538 playing Wheel of Fortune High Roller at Carson Valley Inn in Minden, Nevada. 

On 28 February, in Ontario, Canada, an online Powerbucks slots player won CAD $1,320,483 playing Gong Xi Fa Cai. IGT Powerbucks slots have paid 47 jackpots of $1 million or more since their Canadian debut in 2016. Wheel of Fortune slots have minted over 1,100 millionaires and awarded over $3.4 billion in jackpots since their launch in 1996.

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Everygame Poker offering slots contest and blackjack promotion in March

Slot players at Everygame Poker will compete for $2,000 in prizes between 7-14 March when they play Kensei Blades, Take Olympus, The Golden Owl of Athena and Take the Bank. First prize is $400. And, until Sunday, everyone gets 25 blackjack bets.

During this weeklong contest, players earn points as they play the featured games, which can all be found under the Betsoft tab in the casino games section of the site. At the end of the week-long competition, 16 players with the most points will win prize money.

Kensei Blades is a fantasy anime themed game featuring heroic blademaster Kensei and his magical sidekick Sakura. With its 3-4-5-4-3 grid, there are 720 chances to win on every spin. Scatters pay up to 50x the bet and bonus spin symbols win eight bonus spins that can be re-triggered for up to 240 bonus spins in a single game. Players can win up to 3414x their bet.

In Take Olympus, Greek gods have special powers to grant multipliers, wilds and bonus spins. The mighty Zeus can expand to fill his reel and grant bonus spins.

In the epic Golden Owl of Athena game, players journey to ancient Greece in search of great rewards. The Golden Owl is the key to unlocking bonus spins. Three trigger up to 20 bonus spins with one special symbol, anointed by Athena, that expands to fill the reel and award bonus wins.

Bombs explode and become wilds and police car symbols can trigger 15 bonus spins with sticky wilds in Betsoft’s original cops-and-robbers game, Take the Bank.

Blackjack Bets

Until Sunday, everyone gets 25 blackjack bets. The $2 bets are automatically available when logging on to any blackjack game until Sunday, 12 March.

Everygame Poker has busy tables on the Horizon Poker Network and a casino games section with a huge selection of slots and table games from four leading games providers.

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Playson changes fruit slots with Juice Inc.

Playson, the fast-growing digital entertainment supplier, has launched Juice Inc., a pioneering slot which promises an immersive and high-octane gaming experience.

The readily available game features a fascinating design which gives the impression of working in a juice factory, with the reels and gameplay replicating the juice extraction process. While a dimly lit display invites players to the action and generates a warm ambience.

The 1x3 slot has just one payline and four main symbols: Lemon, Apple, Cherry and a crucial X symbol. With three winning combinations, the journey towards cash prizes is simple, all players have to do is fill juice bottles by landing three identical fruit symbols.

The Lemon bottle starts off with a win worth 3x bets, while Apple and Cherry result in 8x and 1x wins. If players land three symbols for a bottle that is already full, they receive a Bottle Win – giving them a top prize of the filled bottle: 100x for Lemon, 300x for Apple and 32x for Cherry.

Players must utilize the Collect button to take home rewards, as winnings can be snatched away if they land three X symbols. This dangerous icon can empty all bottles; therefore, players must apply game strategy and decide when to collect winnings.

Should players do the unthinkable and fill all three bottles at the same time, the game dishes out a mouth-watering 1,000x win – enhancing the experience and giving users a suitable reward for their hard work at Playson’s very own juice factory.

Nikolay Illiustrov, Playson Head of Games, said: “We’re extremely excited to announce Juice Inc., a title which not only enhances our product portfolio but paves the way for innovation in slots.

“The thrilling X-symbol creates a game mechanic that combines elements of crash games with fruit slots, giving players something quite rare. We’re confident that this new game style will entice players and give partners an easy choice for which title can enhance player engagement and retention.”

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Le slot machine regine dei casino online, lo rilevano i dati raccolti

L'universo dei giochi online è in continua espansione come testimoniano i volumi e il trend in costante crescita. Lo sviluppo accomuna le utenze italiane a quelle del resto d'Europa considerando un incremento che va oltre il 12% nei primi sei mesi del 2019, rispetto allo stesso periodo del 2018.

Dalle analisi, che hanno coinvolto il settore, emerge che l'utenza del gioco online apprezza le piattaforme di ultima generazione, e gioca utilizzando tutti i dispositivi elettronici disponibili, anche quelli più recenti. In Italia si è registrato un accesso attraverso gli smartphone che ha raggiunto il 67% del totale dei collegamenti.

In tema di preferenze dai dati raccolti emerge la predilezione dell'utenza verso le slot machine,  mettendo in chiaro una tendenza che riporta a una tipologia di gioco classico, che ha saputo rinnovarsi grazie alle piattaforme offerte dai casino online.

La slot machine dalla nascita del primo esemplare all'evoluzione nel web

La prima slot machine collocata sul mercato venne costruita in legno.
Una struttura semplice all'interno della quale si trovavano 3 rulli con una serie di simboli.
La leva laterale permetteva di abbassare e avviare la rotazione dei rulli.
La prima tipologia di slot, conosciuta con il nome di Liberty Bell, risale al 1895.
Parliamo di un'invenzione destinata ad uno sviluppo florido, che con l'andare degli anni ha conosciuto una diffusione a ogni latitudine e longitudine dell'intero pianeta.

Se la Liberty Bell ha fatto da apripista ad un mercato che con il tempo si è rivelato rigoglioso, la storia e lo sviluppo di questo strumento di gioco poggiano su un universo in continua evoluzione, scandito dal progresso e dalla successiva nascita delle slot elettroniche e, in tempi più recenti, delle nuove slot online controllate dall'AAMS.

Nel 1963 viene messa sul mercato la prima slot con struttura elettronica. Si tratta della
Money Honey,  prodotta dalla Bally Manufacturing.

La prima video slot sbarca sul mercato nel 1976 e i giocatori la possono provare per la prima volta all’Hotel Hilton di Las Vegas.

Una guida per conoscere da vicino i migliori casino online e il ventaglio di bonus disponibili 

Grazie alla più recente fase di evoluzione il giocatore può scegliere di divertirsi a un tavolo da gioco virtuale. Meno propensi al contatto fisico con le slot i giocatori di ultima generazione sono attratti dalle novità online e da una proposta ricca di funzionalità, bonus, extra e simboli decisamente particolari.

Per garantirsi una guida ai migliori casino online, e ai tanti bonus messi a disposizione dell'utenza, è sufficiente collegarsi a casinoeslot.it e scoprire, passo dopo passo, le potenzialità di questo universo.

I casino online offrono sempre più spesso bonus di benvenuto, che consentono agli utenti di giocare in tutta sicurezza, senza rischiare di perdere denaro.

L'accesso al gioco per i nuovi arrivati considera l'utilizzo di piattaforme senza registrazione e senza versamento di un deposito in denaro. I giocatori scelgono semplicemente di giocare, e i bonus gratuiti garantiscono ripetute sessioni di gioco.

I bonus propongono un ricco ventaglio di offerte, temporanee o fisse, e invogliano gli utenti a giocare. Se la sorte sarà magnanima vincere denaro sonante potrà rivelarsi facile.
Inoltre, seguendo le regole stabilite dal casino online, il denaro vinto con i bonus potrà essere ritirato dai vincitori senza alcun problema.

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Il 2019 del gioco d’azzardo in Italia

Le premesse del nuovo anno del gioco d’azzardo sono tutte, o quasi, nella coda del 2018 appena concluso e nella Legge di Bilancio approvata in extremis e pubblicata in Gazzetta Ufficiale solo il 30 dicembre. “Normale che si arrivasse all’ultimo minuto” ha chiosato con soddisfazione il vicepremier in quota 5 Stelle Luigi Di Maio ai microfoni del Tg1 spiegando i punti focali della Manovra. Una legge figlia di una lunga trattativa con l’Unione Europea, soprattutto questo il motivo del taglio del traguardo in zona Cesarini, ma che il Ministro dello Sviluppo Economico ritiene soprattutto una manovra per il popolo, e il bilanciamento di pesi e contro pesi utilizzato è abbastanza chiaro: “Alziamo le tasse a banche, assicurazioni e concessionari di gioco d’azzardo e le abbassiamo, con quei soldi, alle partite Iva, alle imprese, ai pensionati”.

Nell’ampio quadro del “Bilancio di previsione dello Stato per l’anno finanziario 2019 e bilancio pluriennale per il triennio 2019-2021” si concretizzano le intenzioni dell’attuale esecutivo e la dichiarazione di guerra al gioco d’azzardo.

Slot e VLT
Spicca l’aumento del prelievo erariale su slot e VLT, le prime apparecchiature con scheda di gioco singola e quindi del tutto indipendente, le seconde apparecchiature collegate da remoto ad un terminale centrale che ne determina e garantisce il funzionamento. Secondo il Libro Blu 2017, la principale fonte statistica sull’azzardo italiano redatta dallo stesso organo di controllo (ADM – Agenzia Dogane e Monopoli) slot e VLT combinate valgono 49 miliardi di euro, l’ammontare di quanto vi hanno giocato gli italiani in quell’anno.

Le slot sono macchine decisamente più datate ma diffuse in maniera capillare sul territorio, già i governi precedenti hanno cominciato un’opera di rimozione di diversi di questi apparecchi, secondo una nota dell’ADM ne sono state eliminate dal 2016 ben 140 mila unità, una riduzione del 34% che porta oggi il numero delle slot a circa 259 mila unità su tutto il territorio.

Non superano le 60 mila unità, invece, le VLT che però assicurano vincite maggiori e hanno quindi riscontrato una mole di gioco poco inferiore a quella delle slot. Con la nuova Legge di Bilancio il prelievo sulle slot aumenterà dell’1,35%, sulle VLT dell’1,25%. Il payout (la percentuale di quanto il singolo gioco debba restituire in vincite di ciò che vi viene investito) per le VLT sarà dell’84%, per le slot del 68%, una percentuale molto più sfavorevole che mira una volta di più a scoraggiare il gioco su queste apparecchiature.

Le tassazione sul resto del settore
Non solo slot e gioco analogico, ce n’è per tutti i settori dell’azzardo, compreso l’online. La tassazione per poker, bingo e casinò si attesterà al 25%, per le scommesse diverse da quelle ippiche ci sarà il 20% di tassazione sulle giocate della rete fisica e il 24% sull’online, il 22% per il gioco virtuale (es. calcio virtuale). Quanto meno gravoso il peso fiscale che cadrà sul gioco online, settore del quale è stata risparmiata solo l’ippica, probabilmente in considerazione dello stato già precario di questo sport e dell’economia che muove.

In generale il gioco online è uno dei settori, se non il principale, più in salute di tutto il gioco d’azzardo italiano. Il gambling, così gli inglesi definiscono il gioco digitale, rappresenta un quarto del mercato e continua a crescere senza soluzione di continuità. Rispetto al 2015 il mercato è cresciuto del 59% e in due anni ha raggiunto una raccolta totale pari a 27 miliardi di euro. Un exploit che racconta un radicale cambio nei consumi che è ancora solo all’inizio e che le aziende del settore stanno lavorando a pieno ritmo per accompagnare al meglio. Attualmente basta aprire un account sul sito di uno degli operatori principali per poter avere un intero casinò sul proprio portatile e, ancora più innovativo e trasversale, sul proprio smartphone o qualsiasi altro device.

I delicati equilibri nel futuro dell’azzardo
Il 2019 del gioco d’azzardo sarà quindi un anno diviso a metà tra la rivoluzione messa in atto dal governo e l’instancabile voglia di gioco degli italiani. La rivoluzione è quella finora spiegata, la passione per il gioco è invece certificata dal fatto che nel 2017 la raccolta totale ha superato i 100 miliardi di euro, si migliorerà nel 2018 (i dati non sono stati ancora diffusi) e probabilmente farà ancora meglio nell’anno in corso.

L’azione di contrasto del governo era già stata annunciata con il decreto dignità che entrerà quasi del tutto in vigore proprio nell’arco del 2019. Il governo toglierà alle aziende del gambling il fondamentale strumento del marketing a cominciare dalle sponsorizzazioni: società sportive e di qualsiasi altra tipologia non potranno più fare da testimonial per il gioco d’azzardo a partire dal 1° gennaio. Tempo fino all’estate per le pubblicità di qualsiasi tipo: reclame televisive, passaggi radio, e-mail marketing, cartellonistica… Il non rispetto di queste norme sarà sanzionato pesantemente.

Certamente quest’anno rappresenterà l’inizio di un’azione più decisa nei riguardi del gioco, nelle disposizioni di sicurezza, nella limitazione della sua diffusione, l’inizio di quello che in futuro potrebbe essere un calo graduale della raccolta da compendiare con una costante di responsabilizzazione dei giocatori e di dissuasione dei soggetti più giovani, e quindi più a rischio.

Il gioco tra i minorenni è una delle grandi problematiche che emergono sul tema: il 37% degli studenti tra 15 e 19 anni, intervistati nell’ambito di una ricerca condotta dal CNR, ha dichiarato di aver giocato almeno una volta nel 2017, il 13,5% di questi ha già mostrato situazioni di rischio dipendenza. Una più equa e stringente regolamentazione del settore è sicuramente auspicabile, non di meno bisognerà non trascurare gli occupati (oltre 100 mila) e preservare i posti di lavoro senza dimenticare che il gettito fiscale del settore, circa 10 miliardi ogni anno, necessità di misure ponderate e scevre da derive proibizionistiche. Su questi equilibri si gioca l’anno, e il futuro, del gioco d’azzardo italiano.

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Habanero prepares to enter Italian market

Premium slots and table games provider Habanero is to push into Italy in 2018, kick-starting a year of targeted commercial expansion throughout Western Europe.

All 33 games developed by the supplier in 2016 and 2017 have now been certified to the requirements of the Italian regulator (AAMS), with the remaining titles in their catalogue and all new releases to follow in future.

Habanero is also in advanced discussions to take the games live with several leading operators in Italy. The company's expansion is being spearheaded by experienced gaming executive Arcangelo Lonoce, who was appointed as European Head of Business Development in November 2017.

Former BetVictor executive Lonoce said, "We have progressed our global reach significantly in recent months and are delighted to have all of our most recent games certified in Italy.

"Habanero is entering an exciting phase of its growth, with expansion across Western Europe one of our core priorities as we lead into 2018."

Habanero agreed a number of operator and supplier integrations in 2017, most recently signing with multi-channel casino platform provider Digitain in December.

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Vikingheim player wins big with NetEnt

HELSINKI - At Vikingheim, winnings reached an all-time high as a player won almost 30,000 EUR.

A lucky player from Finland played a few different games before settling on the Dead or Alive online slot. On the 8th spin, he received some free spins and bet 13 EUR. The bonus game boosted his total balance to 26,880 EUR.

"This week was full of surprises and great promotions for our players," said Alex Udaliy, CEO of Sportster.

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Casumo crowns two new millionaires in one week

Within a week, a total of €7,939,246.89 was won by two lucky players who spun the wheel of fortune — or, to be more precise, NetEnt's Mega Fortune and Mega Fortune Dreams.

The first jackpot of €3,317,639 hit last week, when on 30 March a 28-year-old player went from "leftovers are fine" to "lobster on a Thursday." After coming home from the late shift, this player kicked back to relax and spin a few reels on a jackpot game. To his surprise, over €3.3 was soon in his grasp.

The second jackpot, totaling €4,621,607.81, the biggest ever jackpot in Casumo history, was snagged only a few days later on 4 April. This winner was spinning away on the mobile version of Mega Fortune Dreams when he smashed the record on a €1 spin. Is that lucky, or what?

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PokerStars combines poker, casino and slots with Casino Rush

Action-packed mobile gaming app Casino Rush, the latest innovation from PokerStars, an Amaya brand, is now available on app stores around the world, offering a free-to-play poker, casino and slots fusion to the modern gamer.

Casino Rush aims to fill a void in the games market by bringing the best of poker, casino and slots together with fast-paced, fun and entertaining games for players looking for an immersive, fun-filled experience on the go.

Casino Rush by PokerStars.com, which sees players go up against the house across a broad range of games, is free to install and play on iOS and Android devices. PokerStars' latest mobile app also doesn't require Internet connection as, unlike most social casino games, play is available offline.

Lloyd Melnick, Director of Social Gaming at PokerStars, said: "We spent a lot of time assessing the social casino market, what was missing and what players wanted. Our analysis found that our social players want a poker experience that they can enjoy quickly whether or not they are connected to the Internet. That's why we created Casino Rush. It is the best of poker, casino and slots all fused into one great game, just what gamers in 2016 are looking for."

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Trump Taj Mahal reopens poker room and introduces 250 new slots

This spring, Trump Taj Mahal in Atlantic City will thrill players with the return of live poker, 250 new slot games and the $1,000,000 Winning Ticket game open to all Trump One members.

"This is an exciting time for Trump Taj Mahal and we want our players to be a part of it," said Tony Rodio, President and Chief Operating Officer of Tropicana Entertainment, management company for Taj Mahal. "Our strategy is to put our customers’ interests at the heart of every decision we make as we return the Taj to its rightful place as a leading gaming and entertainment destination."

Starting 11 a.m. on Friday, May 13, 2016, Taj Poker is back in action, ready to deal players in. The iconic Taj Poker Room is back with a fresh look and new high-definition TV screens broadcasting an array of sporting events. Poker players should be sure to get “all in” on the action with their favorite Taj Poker Employees.

To celebrate the return of poker, the Taj is giving away a total of 50 32” TVs on the weekends of May 13, May 20 and May 27. Also starting May 13, poker players who play two hours can receive their choice of a Taj T-shirt or hat, while supplies last. Players will enjoy a full calendar of promotions and a variety of live games including Texas Hold’em, No-Limit Hold’em, Omaha, Stud, Pot Limit Omaha, Omaha High-Low and 7-Card Stud High-Low.

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Microgaming expands cross-platform game offering

Microgaming announces its new games bundle for March, with two new slots launching simultaneously across all platforms.

Set deep in the Asian wilderness, with some of the world’s most endangered animals, Wild Orient takes players on an unforgettable jungle safari. The five-by-three-reel, 243-ways-to-win game has a maximum payout of 60,000 coins and features reel respins. In the base game, at the end of each spin, players can choose to respin a reel (at an extra cost). This can be done as many times as they like in a bid to complete a win or activate free spins.

Free spins are triggered when three or more scatters land across the reels. Fifteen retriggerable free spins are awarded, during which each win is tripled.

Experience the charm of the wilderness and view the game promotional video — watch out for the Bengal Tiger and Manchurian Crane!

The vibrant and exotic SunTide brings a tropical twist to the classic slot format. The five-by-three-reel, nine-line game features expanding wilds; land a wild on reel three in the base game and the reel expands to complete a win. Retriggerable free spins, warming scenery and smooth samba sounds make SunTide a great choice for new and seasoned players alike, with rewards of up to 150,000 coins.

With free games and in-game achievements, both Wild Orient and SunTide go live to operators on 2nd March 2016. The slots will launch at the same time across desktop, mobile and tablet, and will be available across Microgaming’s Casino, Bingo, Poker, Mobile and Quickfire products.

Neill Whyte, Head of Product Channels at Microgaming, comments, “March sees another two games launch to our operators, available on all platforms and all products. We know players aren’t sticking to one form of technology or one way of consuming our product, so we’re developing games accordingly.”

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Casino workers caught in slots scam

PENNSYLVANIA -- The Mohegan Sun Pocono casino was the victim of an inside slots scam that cost the casino $900,000 in losses, Penn Live reported.

Two casino staff conspired to facilitate free slot play for a frequent slots player, the report said.

Collectively they scored $418,793 in winnings from the $478,100 free play, Penn Live said.

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Hits $207,619 jackpot during casino's 17th birthday celebrations

Slotland's 17th birthday celebrations got off to a great start last week when a player hit the jackpot playing the Grand Fortune slot. Charles M. won the site-wide progressive jackpot that had climbed to $207,619. A car buff, he said he'll treat himself to a new car – and pass his current car down to his teenage son.

“I love cars so that will definitely be one or two of my first purchases!” the jackpot winner told a Slotland customer service representative. “My teenage son will love that too because I'll hand down my old car to him!.”

“Once I won about 3,000 bucks. That was nice but this is so much better!” he said. “I was totally dumbfounded when I realized what I'd won. The next morning I woke up so excited I stopped at a car dealer on my way to work thinking what new car to buy.”

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City of North Vancouver asked to reconsider 20 year ban on slots

NORTH VANCOUVER, B.C. -- Playtime Gaming wants the City of North Vancouver to reconsider a 20 year ban on slot machines, CBC reported. The company wants to put slots at a community gaming centre in the Shipyards District of the city, the report said. The proposal has now been referred to a policy committee for consideration, the CBC reported.

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Foxwoods reports december slot revenue

MASHANTUCKET -- Foxwoods Resort Casino today reported slot revenue of $36.2 million for the month of December 2014. This figure is down 3.8 percent compared to $37.6 million in December 2013. Handle for the month was $446.3 million, up 3.4 percent from the $431.6 million wagered in the same month in 2013. Foxwoods' contribution to the Connecticut Special Revenue Fund this month is $9.3 million, bringing the cumulative contribution to the state since Foxwoods opened in 1992 to nearly $3.7 billion.

December was a lucky month for guests of Foxwoods Resort Casino with some of the world's biggest and brightest acts coming through the property's legendary Fox Theater, spectacular Grand Theater, and intimate Comix Comedy Club, including Donny & Marie Osmond, The Texas Tenors, Lisa Lampanelli, Jim Gaffigan and Marc Anthony. The excitement continues in January with the Rock n' Roll Fantasy Camp featuring Aerosmith's Joe Perry (January 15-18), Neil deGrasse Tyson (January 16), Lee Brice & Chris Young (January 23), John Oliver (January 24), and six amazing shows with Criss Angel MINDFREAK (January 15-17). Also, the Comix Comedy Club at Foxwoods heats up the winter blues with marquee comedic stars David Koechner (January 17), Eddie Izzard (January 17), Matt Donaher (January 21), and Sean Patton (January 22-24).

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Massachusetts proposes that gamblers can set slot limits

Massachusetts wants casino gamblers to be able to limit their losses under a new system, The Boston Globe reported.

Gamblers will have an option before they commence to set a limit on how much they are prepared to lose, the report explained.

The Massachusetts Gaming Commission approved the system on a test basis on Thursday, The Boston Globe said.

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Casino talk highlights Japan's gambling addicts

JAPAN -- Japan has an estimated 5.36 million gambling addicts, according to the Japan Times.

Recent discussion around legislation, since abandoned, to legalize casinos has brought attention to the issue, the report said.

Addiction mostly occurs playing slots or pachinko machines and can have devastating outcomes like suicide and financial ruin, the Japan Times report said.

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