August 17th, 2017
There are now countless lottery draws to enter in the UK and around the globe – but what is the elusive secret to pocketing a jackpot? Well, according to the latest National Lottery data, it could all be down to 'location, location, location', with several hotspots around the UK being labelled as 'lucky lottery postcodes'!
August 17th, 2017
Ladbrokes is capitalising on its recent online upswing by introducing a new and improved live dealer suite. It has been working in partnership with veteran software supplier Playtech, and Ladbrokes punters will soon be able to enjoy a greater level of interaction with the dealers and players around them!
August 17th, 2017
With many punters turning away from traditional ‘season long’ fantasy sports, it’s no wonder that the DFS (daily fantasy sports) battleground is becoming increasingly competitive. The two main protagonists, DraftKings and FanDuel, are constantly reviewing their product portfolio after a planned merger between the pair failed to materialise. Now, they are locked in a battle for supremacy!
August 16th, 2017
As if to prove that the incredible rise in the popularity of eSports is no passing phase, the co-president of the Paris 2024 Olympic bid has confirmed that he and his associates are considering adding gaming to the programme of events in seven years’ time!
August 16th, 2017
The 2017 World Series of Poker (WSOP) was yet another example of how the game can change a player's life in just a few days. As has happened multiple times over the past few years, the latest $10,000 Main Event saw a veritable rookie claim the biggest prize in poker after a commanding display inside the Rio in Las Vegas!
August 15th, 2017
PartyPoker is adding some more zing to its latest POWERFEST with an extra $15 million in guaranteed prize money. Following on from a successful outing in March where $20 million was on the table, PartyPoker has decided to up the ante and give away at least $35 million over the course of two weeks!
August 15th, 2017
Following another record-breaking event in Las Vegas over the summer, the World Series of Poker (WSOP) has decided to offer up more money in Europe this October. With news that the World Series of Poker Europe (WSOPE) is heading to the Czech Republic's King's Casino on 19 October, the organisers have decided to add another €1 million to the mix!
August 15th, 2017
The popularity of eSports has exploded in the recent years, with Finland taking the lead in the boom. The Nordic country is undeniably a forerunner when it comes to eSports thanks to The Finnish Central Tax Board recently announcing a decision to officially recognize eSports players as athletes, securing Finland as the first ever country to make the distinction!
August 14th, 2017
Just before the start of the new football season, bookmaker Coral.co.uk announced a brand-new partnership with Sunderland AFC. The lucrative move comes at an opportune time for the English football club as Sunderland starts its 2017-18 campaign in the Championship, having been relegated from the Premiership after a dismal 2016-17 season!
August 14th, 2017
Anybody needing proof eSports’ popularity is growing at an unchecked rate need only look at the latest three brands to join the movement. The BBC has signed on to show live eSports coverage while Disney has accepted two major eSports players onto its Accelerator Program and Madison Square Garden Company (MSG) has purchased a controlling stake in Counter-Logic Gaming!
