Genting UK opts for Playtech’s Neon system
iGaming Business – Online gaming software giant Playtech has announced that Genting UK, a subsidiary of Genting International, has selected the Playtech Neon system to manage its land-based casinos in the UK. Developed in collaboration with Playtech’s subsidiary Intelligent Gaming, the Playtech Neon system will manage customer data, cash desk operations, table gaming, incentive programmes and compliance across the group. Genting UK’s operations include 41 land-based casinos across the UK, including its flagship Crockfords site in the Mayfair area of London. The Neon system will be implemented during 2014 and will be ready for the opening of Resorts World Birmingham…
Greek Online Betting – OPAP to Tap GTECH
The betting monopoly OPAP has struck a deal with iGaming firm GTECH to provide Greek online betting services its customers. OPAP officials awarded the contract to GTECH after vetting four other firms. It will help their much-needed expansion into the online betting market, which has become increasingly important in anticipation for the 2014 Football World Cup. GTECH is an industry leader in developing and providing iGaming software. Their offering includes everything from online blackjack and slots to lotteries and sportsbetting. It provides games for online casinos and betting sites across Europe and North America. The formerly state-owned company was privatized…
Japanese company cancels agreement for Manila casino
Reuters – Japan’s Universal Entertainment Corp has terminated a deal under which Century Properties Group Inc was to invest in its casino complex on Manila Bay and develop part of the $2-billion project, the Philippine developer said. Century Properties said in a statement it would contest a notice of termination received on Wednesday from the “Okada Group”, a reference to Tokyo-listed Universal Entertainment and other firms controlled by billionaire gaming magnate Kazuo Okada. Century officials said the Japanese group sought changes to terms of the agreement that would have eliminated its exclusive rights for the luxury commercial and residential portion…
Fiorente Slight Favorite for Australian Horse of the Year
Fiorente, Gai Waterhouse’s 2013 Melbourne Cup-winning superstar, is the favorite for the 2013/14 Australian Horse of the Year, but faces stiff competition to take home the crown after a recent drop in form. Fiorente had a disappointing performance in last Saturday’s Ranvet Stakes, re-igniting debate over which horse should win the prestigious award. Sportingbet Australia has installed Fiorente as the marginal $2.50 favorite, but unlike previous years, there’s a number of other strong contenders. Boban ($2.70), Buffering ($6.00) and Lankan Rupee ($8) all have genuine claims with the Sydney Autumn Carnival likely to determine the front-runner. Earthquake is a $10…
New managing director at Full Tilt Poker
iGaming Business – The Rational Group, PokerStars’ holding company, has announced the appointment of Dominic Mansour as managing director of the Full Tilt Poker brand. Mansour, who will assume his role on April 22, will be responsible for day-to-day operations of the Full Tilt brand and business. Having most recently served as chief executive officer of the UK-based Health Lottery, Mansour has also held various other positions at the likes of GTECH G2, NetPlay TV and Globalcom/WMC UK. “Rational Group has big plans for Full Tilt and I’m excited to lead the charge,” Mansour said. “In addition to continuing to…
Online gambling initiative slams new US legislation
iGaming Business – The Safe and Secure Internet Gambling Initiative, an advocate for online gaming regulation in the US, has hit out at the introduction of new legislation that would ban all forms of internet gambling with the exception of fantasy games and horseracing. iGaming Business, Senators Lindsey Graham and Jason Chaffetz from the Democratic and Republican parties, respectively, are sponsoring legislation in an attempt to ban online gambling in the country. The legislation aims to reverse a decision in 2011 by Attorney General Eric Holder that a 1961 law used to ban online gaming only applied to sports betting….
