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The digital payment migration continues to catch steam. This time, it’s PayPal who has seen the light and decided to launch its cryptocurrency wallet targeting US merchants and customers. According to a press release in October 2020, PayPal chose to take this route after noting the growing interest in digital coins by its consumers and central banks.

When playing at an online casino, there are high chances that you’ll lose the bet, thanks to the house edge. But that’s not always true, as with the case of Mr. Andy Green, who recently scooped a £1.7 million jackpot. But this is after three years of a stressful legal battle with Betfred to claim the reward. So, what really happened in this unique scenario that could have negative implications on the bookmaker? Read on to find out!

You’ve probably heard of those stories of rogue bookmakers refusing to release winnings to lucky players. But as much as these online casinos are to blame, players are also at fault. That’s because you have to carefully choose which online casino to play on. So, this article contains a few vital pointers to help online punters avoid casino frauds looking to pounce at the slightest opportunity.

You can't mention the best online casino software suppliers without reserving a spot for Evolution Gaming. This company is popular for offering some of the best online casino exclusives, including the unique Live Craps game. But if there's another area that Evolution is good at, then it's killing competition. Well, the company just wrapped up another landmark deal to acquire Big Time Gaming's entire share capital.

Gambling is part and parcel of many cultures globally, India included. So, it’s safe to say that a country with more than one billion people is a haven for most online casino and sportsbook operators. But contrary to expectations, the Indian gambling space has been slow to pick up the pace due to the strict gambling laws. However, that’s just about to change as European ‘big boys’ prepare to grab a market share of India.

Until a couple of years ago, Bitcoin and cryptocurrency, in particular, didn’t feature in the list of the most popular online casino trends. Slowly, banks took interest, with billionaires investing heavily in cryptocurrencies. Today, almost any online casino you come across supports at least one type of crypto payment. In Norway, for example, this trend is hugely popular. So, why are crypto casinos taking an interest in a market with strict gambling laws?

The US gambling market is experiencing many changes lately, with states like Florida considering brand-new bills to make betting in the state safe-for-all. On April 7, 2021, the Florida Senate released an ambitious bill to create a regulatory body to oversee all gambling activities in the state. As expected, the bill has its fair share of proponents and opponents.

While it used to be almost inconceivable before the Internet era that minors or adolescents could actively come into contact with the topic of gambling, let alone take part in games in a casino, the situation now seems exactly the opposite. In fact, there is hardly a place left where there is no internet access or WLAN reception. In addition, the use of digital media has now become as natural for many young people as tying their shoes. For many children and young people, the Internet has become a kind of additional playground and meeting point, and many adults also use various entertainment offers and platforms such as online casinos.

Spain is a legal nation of gamblers, and there is a high probability the thriving gambling industry contributes to most of its national income. Currently, the country boasts of having over 60 casinos, 250,000 slot machines, and seven racetracks spread over 35 cities. The most common type of betting in Spain is the state national lottery (Loteria Nacional), which operates to assist the Catholic Church and charity activities. Nonetheless, the country still has strict measures regarding the legal gambling age. Individuals under 18 are not allowed to either gamble online or entering gaming arenas such as bingo halls and casinos.

Like in many parts of the world, online casinos are attracting Japanese punters in droves. These casinos offer unrivaled convenience, as gamers can access popular games like slots, blackjack, roulette, poker and more effortlessly. But how do you find the best online casino in Japan? Obviously, there are lots of crucial factors at play here. So, keep reading learn a few.

If you’re reading this article, the chances are that you’re puzzled by multiple video slot terms, including the common paylines vs ways-to-win comparison. In the past, traditional slot machines featured only one single payline. Essentially, this means players either win or lose. Nowadays, though, you can get as high as 40 paylines. So, this article will clear up some confusion about these popular video slot mechanics.

The wait is finally over, at least for Parimatch! After 11 years of waiting for its Ukraine debut, Parimatch eventually received the first-ever Ukrainian gambling license. This is in line with the recent efforts by the country to legalize its online gambling business. But what does this move mean for the Ukrainian gambling market from now on?

The month of March is already shaping up nicely for Evolution Gaming and Canadian online live casino players. That’s after Evolution announced on March 16, 2021, that the Canadian Bank Note Company, Limited (CBN) and Alberta Gaming, Liquor & Cannabis (AGLC) have settled on the firm to offer online live casino games on their national lottery venues.

If you like to play slots online, you must have come across a game or two supplied by Yggdrasil. Well, Yggdrasil’s game library just got a whole lot bigger after this software developer announced the introduction of El Dorado Infinity Reels on March 4, 2021. With this classic ReelPlay innovation, you’ll visit the legendary City of Gold and unearth unimaginable treasures. So, are you ready?

2020 forced many businesses and individuals to alter their ways of life. But despite the unprecedented challenges, the US gambling industry continued to grow leaps and bounds. One of the states where sports betting enjoyed massive success in 2020 is Colorado. According to the state's January financial report, sports bettors used more than $326.9 million to gamble in December alone, hitting brand-new sports betting record. Read on to know more about this success story.

The Gambling Act 2005 is indeed the first significant regulation in the UK gambling scene since 1961. This act is responsible for regulating any form of betting, except spread betting. The law also created the UK Gambling Commission to oversee the betting landscape.