It seems that we’re hearing good news in regards to online casinos that had removed themselves from the USA market after the UIGEA (Unlawful Internet Gambling Enforcement Act). This time, it’s PartyGaming that’s in the news, and it’s looking more and more hopeful that they’ll re-enter the USA market in the near future.
Anurag Dikshit, one of PartyGaming‘s founders, plead guilty to online gambling charges, which the USA said were in violation of the Wire Act. He is currently free on a $50 million bond, and is ordered to pay $300 million in fines.
Martin Weigold, PartyGaming‘s finance director, doesn’t see any criminial charges being brought against the company, but are also expected to be fined as well. The amount hasn’t been disclosed yet, but analyists expect the amount to be much less than those paid by Anurag Dikshit.
Either way, things are looking up for PartyGaming and other providers to re-enter the USA market. Hopefully it’s sooner rather than later.
Stakelogic lifted the curtain on several new creations by celebrating the opening of its live studio in Malta and releasing a website for its division. This expansion will be part of a broader effort to move from a B2B slot machine studio to a casino content provider for all participants, including gamers. Stakelogic Live is expected to be the brand's “core engine” and to become a leader in the world of live dealer casinos.
Relax Gaming (RG), a leading provider and aggregator of online casino games, has struck a deal with casino provider, Ellmount Gaming. The agreement will significantly expand RG’s industry presence. As part of the recently signed partnership, Relax will supply its newest partner's CasinoRoom platform with exclusive online casino games. The agreement includes titles such as Top Dawg$, Dead Man's Trail, and Money Train 2.
Microgaming, a leading casino operator, has started a collaboration with young casino provider from Gibraltar, Spinstars Entertainment. According to the recently reached agreement, Spinstars’ casino content will be available across the provider’s platform. This means that the operator will expand its reach to several crucial markets across the Europe including Germany, Belgium, Malta, the Netherlands.
