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How Safe are Online Casinos in 2020?
2020 has been an extremely busy year for online casinos. Google searches have been at an all-time high. On the flip side, more countries legalized the industry, opening up new markets for operates everywhere.
While casinos are focused on scoring new customers, players are focused on their safety. They are concerned about their data and money. And they want to know how operators will protect them.
This article explains how the best online casinos guarantee your safety and how to identify these operators. Sounds good? Let’s begin.
Data Encryption and Secure Login Tools
Nearly all online casinos provide standard security for customers. That means they have login details to help secure your account. And they use encryption techniques to hide your data from unauthorized people.
If you’re doubtful, check your favourite’ casino site’s address bar. If there’s a padlock sign before its domain name, then your data is protected. Where there’s none, hit the exit sign immediately and find a different website.
In many countries, having standard data encryption tools is necessary for licensing. For that reason, you won’t find an online casino licensed in Malta, the UK or the US without SSL encryption.
Trusted Regulatory Authorities
Data protection aside, online casinos in 2020 are safe because they regulated. In Britain, the Gambling Commission authorizing remote gaming businesses. In Europe, most operators acquire a license from the Malta Gaming Authority.
In the US, online casinos acquire permits from state gaming regulatory bodies. New Jersey has the Division of Gaming Enforcement (DGE) while Philadelphia has the Gaming Control Board (GCB).
Online casino regulatory bodies not only license new operators; they also oversee their operations. Additionally, they act as intermediaries when players feel mistreated by casinos and need assistance.
Against that backdrop, licensed casinos provide better safety than unlicensed companies. However, you must join a website licensed to operate in your country to get the safety you need.
That’s because UGKC only has powers in the UK. New Jersey’s DGE only handles complaints from players in Garden State while the GCB regulates gaming companies based in Pennsylvania.
Well-Known Software Providers
Software providers create the slot machines, roulette wheels and blackjack cards you love so much. That means they hold the power to rig games and to create low-paying games. Fortunately, regulators also hold them accountable.
The UKGC, MGA, DGE and GCB vet software providers intensively before they permit them to supply games to the casinos they regulate. As such, the best licensed online casinos have games from fair, and safe developers.
Some of these developers are Microgaming, NetEnt, Playtech, Evolution Gaming, BTG and Play’nGO. Click here to view the best online casinos with games from these providers. Not only will you play safe and fair games; you’ll also play some of the best-rated slots and card games online.
Transparent Bonus Policies
One of the measures of a safe online casino is its bonus policies. In many cases, fraudulent operators provide extremely attractive bonuses. But they also feature exploitive policies they don’t talk about until they get hold of your money.
On the flip side, safe online casinos—and they are in plenty these days—are straightforward with their bonus policies. In fact, they feature a snippet of vital terms and conditions beneath their welcome packages.
As a result, you accept bonuses fully aware of their terms and conditions. That’s how it should be, whether you’re after no deposit bonuses or VIP rewards. It makes it easier to identify good offers, anyway.
When we say good bonuses, we mean offers that are easy to claim and easy to turn into cash. It also helps if they come in generous amounts—say £100 to £1000. Ideally, you want a reward with wagering requirements that don’t exceed 35x. They are easier to turn into cash than those with higher playthrough.
Reliable Payment Providers
Unlike a decade ago, numerous payment providers support online casinos in 2020. From credit and debit cards to bank transfers and e-wallets, there’s no shortage of ways to fund your account.
Visa, MasterCard and Maestro are the most accepted credit and debit cards. In contrast, PayPal, Skrill, Neteller, Paysafe, Qiwi, Trustly and Sofort are the most common e-wallets. You could also use wire transfer although it’s mostly supported for withdrawals.
Can you use Bitcoin for casino payments? Yes, cryptocurrencies are also allowed at some online casinos. In fact, you could receive pretty generous bonuses when you fund your account through Bitcoin, Ethereum or other altcoins.
Like bonuses, however, it’s essential to know the terms and conditions of a casino. For starters, what’s the maximum you can deposit? How long does it take to withdraw money? The best operators have flexible limits and fast payouts—look for these features.
Dependable Customer Service
Customer service is one of the best marks of a safe online casino. If it’s missing, then you’re at a potentially unreliable gaming website. By default, gaming operators provide customer assistance through chatbots, phone and email contact.
Some companies are also active on social media and have pretty helpful FAQ pages. But in many cases, support comes through email and chatbots. With that in mind, use these channels to gauge the quality of service you should expect.
Send a message asking for random questions. If you receive fast and helpful replies, there’s a chance that’s an amazing company. Alternatively, read online reviews to discover what people say about the casino.
Online casino reviews tend to be honest. And they are also detailed when describing their experiences with specific operators. That means not only do they share truthful opinions about customer servicebut they also talk about bonuses, payments and games.
Conclusion
Online casinos in 2020 are safer than ever before. That’s because they’ve become more professional out of fierce competition and increased government scrutiny. They know the only way to thrive is to provide what people want: safe and fair games.
As mentioned, though, today’s online casinos don’t have much of a choice. They have to be secure or risk getting suspended by regulators.
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NEW YORK ISLANDERS REPRESENTATIVE ERIK ‘EKI’ TAMMENPAA EARNS HIS SIXTH EUROPEAN TITLE AT THE EA SPORTS NHL 24 EUROPEAN CHAMPIONSHIP
In a rematch of last year’s European Championship, Erik ‘Eki’ Tammenpää, representing the New York Islanders, again prevailed over Teemu ‘Temppanen’ Karvonen representing the Anaheim Ducks to win the EA SPORTS NHL 24 European Championship title. The win marks Eki’s fourth-straight and sixth-overall European Championship title (2018, 2019, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024) and another $15,000 USD in earnings. Temppanen placed second in the competition that took place at the Copenhagen Media Facility in Copenhagen, Denmark on Sunday evening. For a second year straight, both players will represent Europe in the EA SPORTS NHL 24 World Championship taking place in April in New York.
Eki is a full-time YouTube and Twitch content creator and EA SPORTS™ NHL® 24 expert and 24-year-old native of Helsinki, Finland. He remains the most decorated esports player on the NHL competitive circuit and will try once again to capture the World title after capturing runner up at last year’s EA SPORTS NHL 23 World Final.
During the competition in Copenhagen today, Temppanen and Eki qualified for a spot in the World Final by competing in a semifinal best-of-three round. Both players split their first two games, with Temppanen ultimately overtaking NikkeDanglesin a tight competition and Eki defeating Eken45Jr with eight goals in a Game Three shutout.
The Championship series saw a rematch of last year’s EA SPORTS NHL 23 European Final with Temppanen and EKI facing off once again. While Temppanen took the lead with an early goal in Game One, Eki scored three quick goals in a three-minute span during the second period and a game-winning goal in the third period by Vincent Trocheck (New York Rangers). Eki continued his goal streak and dominated Game Two, ultimately scoring six unanswered goals, including tallies from Jaccob Slavin (Carolina Hurricanes), Bo Horvat(New York Islanders), and Cam Atkinson (Philadelphia Flyers). Eki’s
6-0 victory solidified his sixth European title and status as “the one to beat.”
EA SPORTS NHL 24 EUROPEAN FINAL STANDINGS
1st: Eki, New York Islanders
2nd: Temppanen, Anaheim Ducks
3rd: Eken45jr, Pittsburgh Penguins
4th: NikkeDangles, Washington Capitals
5th-8th: Alphaborje, Detroit Red Wings
5th-8th: Kibeeex, Toronto Maple Leafs
5th-8th: Launonexx, Tampa Bay Lightning
5th-8th: Teemuyy, Colorado Avalanche
The EA SPORTS NHL 24 North American Championship will be contested on March 24 at the NHL Flagship Store in New York beginning at 1 p.m. ET on the NHL’s Twitch channel. For more news, fans can visit www.nhl.com/NHL24 and follow the conversation on social using #NHL24WC.
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TWO PAGCOR MULTI-PURPOSE FACILITIES INAUGURATED IN TARLAC
Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation (PAGCOR) Chairman and CEO Alejandro H. Tengco on Monday, March 18, led the inauguration of two newly completed multi-purpose centers in the towns of San Manuel and Victoria in the province of Tarlac.
Mr. Tengco said the state gaming agency provided a total of Php100 million for both of the two-story projects.
“Naglaan ang PAGCOR ng limampung milyong piso para sa bawat multi-purpose center sa bayan ng San Manuel at Victoria; mayroon itong iba’t ibang pasilidad gaya ng kusina, storage areas para sa relief goods, toilet at shower rooms, lactating rooms at maluwag na activity area para sa iba’t ibang gawain,” he said.
The PAGCOR chief said that because the Philippines is very vulnerable to climate change, “typhoons, floods and earthquakes are common occurrences that we must always be prepared for.”
However, he stressed that while the buildings are primarily designed as temporary shelters during emergencies, the structures can be used for various socio-civic activities, too.
“During the height of the pandemic, when the project was rolled out, there was a high demand for quarantine and evacuation facilities. But now, there is more sense to call these as multi-purpose centers rather than just evacuation facilities,” Chairman Tengco said.
“You may use this facility as your social hall, events area, and livelihood training center. You may also use this building to generate revenues for the local government,” he said.
During the event, Chairman Tengco also introduced PAGCOR’s upcoming flagship programs which include school buildings for public schools, e-learning centers, community wellness centers, and socio civic centers nationwide.
“These upcoming flagship projects are designed to create lasting impact on the lives of ordinary Filipinos,” he said. “These are just some of our nation-building efforts because as you are all aware, PAGCOR is the third largest revenue contributor to the national coffers.”
San Manuel Mayor Doña Cresencia Tesoro thanked the PAGCOR chief for the agency’s support.
“We are grateful that PAGCOR saw our need. This multi-purpose center is so far the biggest project that we have seen in San Manuel, and this is proof of PAGCOR’s commitment to serve the Filipinos,” she said.
“We thank everyone who made this dream come to life. Rest assured that we will use this to enrich the lives of our people and the generations to come,” Tesoro added.
Board Member Harmes Sembrano of the 2nd District of Tarlac also expressed gratitude to PAGCOR for funding the two-story multi-purpose facility in Victoria.
“With our limited resources, we cannot afford to fund all programs that will be beneficial to the people of Tarlac. But because of PAGCOR’s help, we have this new multi-purpose facility which will serve not only the locals of Victoria but also those from neighboring towns,” Sembrano said.
PAGCOR has thus far completed and inaugurated 38 multi-purpose buildings in different parts of the country while 34 others are still under construction.
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Betsson.sport proudly announces the launch of its new sports infotainment platform in Italy. At the heart of this initiative as its ambassador, stands Francesco Totti, the revered Italian football legend celebrated for his exceptional talent and illustrious career.
With a focus on delivering exclusive content, interviews, news and highlights across various sporting disciplines, Betsson.sport aims to become a go-to destination for sports enthusiasts nationwide.
Additionally, Betsson.sport introduces the initiative ‘Betsson Sport Club,’ inviting teams to join and gain visibility and support alongside other participating teams. This club is open to clubs from both prominent and lesser-known leagues, offering them exposure opportunities and a platform for more visibility.
“I am thrilled to be part of this project, which aligns perfectly with my daily commitment to sharing my passion for sports,” said Francesco Totti. “Betsson.sport presents a wonderful opportunity to unite various sports clubs and helping them to realise their full potential.”
Ronni Hartvig, Chief Commercial Officer of Betsson Group, stated, “Italy holds significant importance for Betsson, and we are delighted to partner with Francesco Totti, a figure synonymous with excellence in Italian football. We think his story and experiences will help us make the Betsson Sports Club even better, promoting our values of fair play, inclusion, and passion.”
As Betsson.sport embarks on its journey in Italy, the brand is committed to innovation and collaboration. The recent partnership announcement with Roma exemplifies this commitment, marking the beginning of a series of dynamic initiatives aimed at strengthening the bond between sports and Betsson.sport.
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