Maine legislature has passed the sports betting bill. The Legislative Document 553 was given final approval by each chamber of the legislature and will now pass to Governor Janet Mills to be signed into law.

LD553 opens up the market to all of the state’s bricks and mortar gaming venues, such as commercial racetracks, off-track betting facilities, and commercial and tribal casinos. It will also allow mobile operators to apply for licences without the need for a land-based partner in the state.

Successful applicants will have to pay $20,000 as licence fee, 10% tax on land-based wagering revenue and 16% rate for mobile wagering. The bulk of revenue raised through these taxes will be allocated to the Maine General Fund.

Operators will be permitted to offer odds on all professional, collegiate and amateur sports events. Betting on events involving Maine-based colleges and universities will be prohibited. Only citizens aged 21 and above will be allowed to bet.

MGA Games, the Spanish online casino slots provider, has launched its new adventurous game “Los 3 Deseos de Aladino.” The Triple View design, with ergonomic buttons and adaptive menus, make it easy for users to enter the game and help Aladdin and his monkey to find the genie’s lamp and face the sultan. “Los 3 Deseos de Aladino” includes four mini-games that entertain and motivate players to follow Aladdin on his adventures.

The Smashing Biscuit, a rock and roll themed slot from PearFiction Studios, has joined Microgaming’s exclusive collection of casino slots. “We are delighted to add The Smashing Biscuit as the latest exclusive game to Microgaming. Bringing plenty of exhilarating excitement from the very first spin, The Smashing Biscuit offers an abundance of intuitive features, entertaining sound effects and an engaging storyline, and is set to bring players on a rewarding journey,” Jagoda Barber, Head of Games at Microgaming said.

BF Games’ new slot Cosmic Dream™ takes players into space to explore the universe and the stars with astronomic wins to be collected. The game is set in a dream landscape and features a constellation of cosmic and mystical symbols such as moons, dream catchers, diamonds and elves that trigger free spins and bonus rounds. The 5×3 video slot has a medium volatility, offering plenty of opportunities for players to be rewarded as they spin the mystical reel.

Booming Games is proud to announce its latest game, Pirate Booty. Come and play now and experience high seas, barrels of rum and large chests of booty! There’s nothing as dangerous as a cornered Pirate; except 4 cornered pirates. And that’s why, in Pirate Booty, you’re paid 10 times your bet when you do corner them. “Why walk the plank when you can jump aboard and plunder booming amounts of pirate booty”, says Shane Cotter, Director of Product.

Play’n GO have issued another q­­­­uality title into the market today with the release of their latest slot Rise of Merlin. The 5-reel video slot is based around the infamous wizard of Arthurian legend but, interestingly, Play’n GO have chosen to base it on a younger, less experienced Merlin, as opposed to the aged all-powerful magician usually depicted in media. The game still remains faithful to the Merlin mythology featuring magical creatures from his various stories, including a great dragon and Archimedes the owl.

High 5 Games (H5G), is raising a glass in celebration of its latest slot release, Beer Barrel Bash. The 5×4, 80 paylines slot is packed full of beer-filled steins and delicious giant pretzels and bratwurst, with a number of ways for players to guzzle up the huge prizes available during the fun-filled gameplay. The Oktoberfest-themed game features the supplier’s innovative Double and Triple Split Symbols, which increases the possibility of more symbols on a standard payline.

Tom Horn Gaming, is to introduce yet another exciting game jam-packed with adventure and engaging features, Inca’s Treasure. Set within the Lost City of the ancient Inca civilisation, players are challenged to spin the reels populated with attractive symbols to claim a host of lucrative prizes across the 20 win lines. The highlight of the game is the Inca’s Treasure Bonus Game that launches when players come across Inti, the Sun God.

Ofertas365 Limited has launched Crypto Millions Lotto, the world’s largest online crypto lottery. Crypto Millions Lotto provides a unique opportunity to play with Bitcoin and win Bitcoin as prizes. Customers will receive three free lines as an introductory offer. The jackpot starts at a whopping US$30 million and rolls over until it is won.

Crypto Millions Lotto effectively bypasses the qualifying requirements of residency and any need to participate in local currency, which are common playing conditions of many existing lotteries around the world. Key to Bitcoin’s appeal is the payment freedom it provides, whereby it can be sent and received anywhere in the world, any time.

One of the most significant features is the major step it represents in bringing the world’s most widely used alternative currency further into the mainstream.

“We are delighted to launch Crypto Millions Lotto and believe that giving away three chances to win prizes worth tens of millions of dollars will encourage Bitcoin usage and adoption. Our affiliation with two top notch fiat-to-crypto exchanges – Coinbase and Wirex – will ensure new players get the best possible user experience, the cheapest fees and the most competitive fiat-to-Bitcoin conversion rates,” Sulim Malook, CEO at Ofertas365 said.

For Bitcoin holders, starting to play for the coveted US$30 million jackpot is quick and easy. For those who need to buy Bitcoin, they are directed to market leading affiliate partners – Coinbase and Wirex.

“In common with our partners Ofertas365, Wirex also know about delivering a unique service. As the world’s only licensed business account that allows payments in both crypto and traditional currency, we are pleased to provide our service to Crypto Millions Lotto. Our UK Financial Conduct Authority approval will provide the financial security that players require. Wirex delivers unbeatable value, flexibility and transaction speed combining the efficiency of cryptocurrency payments with the universal acceptance of traditional fiat currency accounts, on a global scale,” Pavel Matveev, CEO of Wirex said.

These capabilities make a perfect match, as Ofertas365 is licensed to operate in more than 100 countries which include anywhere online gambling is not prohibited.

“We believe our lotteries and games will provide a great deal of enjoyment because it’s much more fun to win Bitcoin than fiat currency! We welcome further collaborations and partnerships that will expand and guarantee our offering,” Sulim Malook added.