Kindred Group reveals share of revenue derived from high-risk gamblers as company vows to reduce figure to zero by 2023.
888 blocks SharkScope tracking site in bid to protect recreational players
In the latest online poker industry move toward protecting recreational players, 888Poker has blocked data trackers SharkScope from site.
Acquisition-addicted Amaya Gaming to raise $40m+ via share placement
Amaya Gaming seeks $40m private share placement, spends $25m to acquire Diamond Game Enterprises; Ongame held only 31% of player funds in cash
Revolution kills Fair Play Technology, Lock selectively processes payouts
Revolution Gaming has reportedly killed off its Fair Play Technology player segregation system, selectively processes player payouts.
Jonathan Duhamel’s ex sentenced to 42 months for role in home invasion
Bianca Rojas-Latraverse, former girlfriend of 2010 WSOP champ Jonathan Duhamel, sentenced to 42 months for role in 2011 home invasion.
Vietnam proposes 10% tax on casino gambling winnings
Vietnam legislators propose a 10% tax on casino winnings over $475, but a top tax official warns that this will drive away foreign gamblers.
Ongame bids Spain adios; Paf goes live on MPN; Betinternet first on Quickfire; Svenska Spel refunds bot victims
Ongame network quits Spain; Paf launches on MPN; Betinternet first to launch on Quickfire Poker; Svenska Spel compensates bot victims
EC okays French online horserace levy, extends Greek standstill period
European Commission approves 5.6% levy on French online horseracing wagers, extends standstill period on Greek gambling law amendments
Zynga gets Spooky Cool; High 5 acquires Electrotank; DoubleDown teams with Playphone; Kings preps IPO?
Zynga acquires Spooky Cool Labs; High 5 Games acquires Electrotank; King preps IPO; DoubleDown inks Playphone