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Online Casino Trends and Rules That Are Shaping the Industry
Playing casino games online is a popular activity nowadays. Every day, new casinos appear, attracting players worldwide with new games, great bonuses, and cool features. The casino world keeps changing and getting better. Technology in online casinos keeps improving, bringing new trends and excitement for players.
Adjusting to New Laws and Rules: Staying Flexible Amidst Changes
Online casinos operate within a dynamic regulatory landscape. When laws change, it affects everything from ads to the games they offer. Let’s look at Polish online casino as an example. In 2009, Poland banned online betting. But in 2017, after studying the practices of other European states, Poland decided to reconsider the strict restrictions. So, licensed companies in Poland can now offer online poker and a Total Casino online has appeared.
Reliable online casinos follow the rules and make sure players have a safe and fair environment. They need a valid license from a gambling authority to do business.
Live Dealer Games: Bringing Realism to the Virtual World
Live casinos are a great option if you can’t go to a land-based casino nearby. The popularity of live dealer games is on the rise as they offer the opportunity to play in real-time and fully immerse yourself in the unrivaled ambiance of an actual casino. Professional and friendly dealers, clear HD broadcasts, and games available all day allow you to get the casino vibe right in your home.
Virtual Reality (VR) and Augmented Reality (AR): Getting an Exciting Experience
Virtual reality (VR) and augmented reality (AR) are terms that most gamers know. VR headsets, the ones used in esports tournaments, let players dive into virtual worlds in online casinos and feel like they’re right in the middle of the action. In AR, digital elements mix with the real world, giving you the best of both worlds.
Responsible Gambling: Crucial to Protect Players
All trusty online casinos compete for players. That’s why it’s crucial for operators to focus on responsible gambling. Reputable online casinos care about keeping players safe and secure. They use different tools to promote responsible gambling. For example, players can choose to exclude themselves if they’re playing too much, or they can set limits on how much they deposit and bet. Trustworthy casinos also guarantee minors are protected by verifying their age.
Cryptocurrency: Digital Payments Become More Popular
Online casinos now rely on digital assets as a crucial part of their activity. Bitcoin, Ethereum, Litecoin, and other digital currencies are accepted for deposits and quick withdrawals. These cryptocurrencies provide players with additional security, anonymity and speed up transactions. The integration of cryptocurrencies into online casinos is a trend worth following.
Variety of Games, Safety, and Convenience: What Players Expect the Most
In the next few years, there will be more innovations in gambling. Players will have even more games to choose from, ranging from classic slots to innovative game options. Security will also get stronger to keep players’ personal info and payments safe. Convenience, which is already playing a key role, will become even more important, especially in mobile gambling.
Bonus Offers: Play on Favorable Terms
Bonuses are an integral part of online casinos, and they’re here to stay. They keep getting better and more appealing, no matter whether it’s for newbies or regular players. Nowadays, a lot of new online casinos appear, and they need bonuses to attract players.
Bonuses let players play more and try different games. This adds to the fun and excitement of the casino. But it’s important to check the bonus terms to make sure you can meet the wagering conditions.
As online casinos compete more with each other, players can expect better and more creative bonuses to choose from.
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SIS and Premier Greyhound Racing reveal improved greyhound race time schedule
Sports Information Services (SIS), the leading multi-content supplier of 24/7 live betting services, and Premier Greyhound Racing (PGR), the media rights company supplier of greyhound racing to the betting industry and direct to viewers, have collaborated to offer a revised race time schedule starting from 20 May.
Designed to protect the long-term future of UK greyhound racing, the new schedule will see morning fixtures start slightly later – moving from 10.47 to 11.01 and 10.54 to 11.09. Additionally, there will also be a slightly later start time for some evening fixtures aimed at a retail audience, with the first evening fixture now starting at 18.08.
Commenting on the improved schedule, Terry Mahoney, Head of Business Development at ARC, said: âThe new race times will help make it easier for customers to navigate busy racing schedules as well as improving operations trackside. We will continue to listen, monitor, and adapt schedules where and when needed as we move forward to deliver the best service possible for betting operators as well as punters.â
Paul Witten, Managing Director at SIS, added: âWe are passionate about delivering a greyhound racing service that benefits all of the sportâs stakeholders. Together with Premier Greyhound Raxing, we have introduced a revised racing schedule that benefits operators and their customers.
âOur approach to greyhound racing is grounded in sustainability and flexibility. This collaboration with fellow service providers allows everyone to enjoy all the high-quality action produced on a daily basis from tracks across the UK and Ireland.â
SIS has long-term agreements in place with bet365, William Hill, Paddy Power and Betfred to deliver its greyhound content across UK and Irish retail and digital channels. SIS also promotes this content across dozens of leading international operators, as well as through SISRacing.tv.
PGR offers greyhound action, cards, video replays, results, news and info on greyhounds.attheraces.com, and regular live broadcasts on Sky Sports Racing. Premier Greyhound Racing is a joint venture between Arena Racing (ARC) and Entain, the global sports betting, gaming and interactive entertainment group. Between them, the two companies own nine of the 20 licensed British greyhound tracks and ARC manage the media rights for five independent tracks.
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PRAGMATIC PLAY HITS THE SWEET SPOT WITH FRUITY TREATS
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Kambiâs Festival of Sportsbook returns for fourth year
Kambiâs Festival of Sportsbook returns in June with registrations now open for a two-day content series featuring speakers from across the Kambi Group and insights covering the full breadth of the industry.
Taking place between 4-5 June, the Festival will be comprised of online sessions taking in topics ranging from UX optimisation and harnessing AI to maximising a summer of soccer featuring both UEFA Euro 2024 and the Copa América.
Erik Lögdberg, Managing Director of Kambi Sportsbook, will open the Festival with a session entitled âExceptional, everywhere: meeting the increasingly high standards of an evolving marketâ, discussing how operators can develop their sportsbook to navigate changing consumer habits and fragmenting markets.
Kambiâs Head of Legal and Regulatory Compliance, Victoria Fernandes, will also be joined by Partner Success Manager Sabrina Andrade for a Portuguese language session delving into Brazil and how local operators can compete in the soon-to-be-regulated market.
Gerard Starkey, Kambi Groupâs SVP of Marketing & Communications, said: âWe are excited to once again be welcoming the industry to Kambiâs Festival of Sportsbook, and we look forward to sharing the sportsbook insights and knowledge the event has become known for. As ever, the agenda features a broad range of sessions hosted by experts from across the Kambi Group, providing plenty to interest those working in or with the sports betting industry today.â
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