A proposed tax on internet gambling could generate nearly €50 million for the country in its first year. A study by a private firm estimates that the bill, which will be read before the parliament’s summer recess, would be paid by 77% of the online operators that reach Irish punters. Some [ more ]

The Tasmanian government may be liable for the failure of the state owned internet bookmaker Sports Alive failed after the Melbourne Supreme Court heard this week that the new owner the Tatts Group and Tote employees have indemnity. The state owned Tote invested $5 million in Sports Alive, which then folded [ more ]

WMS owned internet casino Jackpot Party has announced the release of its newest video slot “Magic Wand” this week. Magic Wand is 5 reel, 25 payline video slot that features a magician theme including free spins, Wilds, and is tied to the casino’s progressive jackpot.

A video trailer of the game is [ more ]

Land based casino game designer Konami Gaming Inc has announced that it has signed a licensing deal with WMS that will see WMS developing some of Konami’s titles for its online casinos. Some of the titles to be ported to internet casinos include Norse Warrior, Rawhide, and Jumpin’ Jalapenos. WMS owned [ more ]

The Belgian Gambling Authority has updated its list of gambling websites that are working illegally inside of the country and are therefore banned. The BGA published the list while reminding players who play at the blacklisted sites could face a fine of €25,000 if they are caught wagering there. Unlicensed casino [ more ]