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Most major casinos have been shut down as the world battles the Coronavirus. However, as more and more states lose gambling revenue, there is an increasing interest for online casinos, poker and sports betting! Links to gambling news stories, games reviews and special offers below.

Some casinos in America are starting to re-think this whole online gambling thing. Many have resisted the move, usually based on scare tactics implemented by multi-billionaire casino moguls (think Sheldon Adelson). But as the times change and pandemics change our world, even the biggest opponents may soon be faced with a serious economic choice.

In states like New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Nevada and Delaware online United States casino, poker or some combination of all three can be played from the relative safety of a living room via computer or mobile device,is legal and regulated. Any impacts from the Coronavirus shutdowns could be mitigated if they drag on for months. Even if casinos open sooner rather than later, consumer unease could continue to keep people home… especially if new cases pop up.

Online wagering wouldn’t completely offset the economic damage, said gaming industry Alan Woinski, but it could provide a firebreak to the spread of a disease and a firewall for gaming operators when customers are ill-advised or told not to gather. Ader agreed that the growing U.S. market doesn’t yet brandish the proper liquidity to offset land-based losses.

“Online gambling can help, obviously, cushion the blow a little bit,” Woinski said. “But you’re talking about $40 million a month for the online casinos in New Jersey versus $200 million they make in the casino, plus all the non-gaming revenue that can be able to replace the hotel revenue, the food and beverage.

The gambling laws in the wonderful country of Brazil are changing! Up until now, gambling in Brazil has been illegal. Well, not anymore! Companies like BetGold will now be able to offer their gambling services in Brazil!

There are a wide range of ways to responsible gamble. Casinos, the fun game of bingo, online video gambling, and sports betting are just a few examples of the different wants to gamble.

Casino resorts have many benefits for all. Not only do casinos offer a great sense of entertainment for locals, there are many economic benefits. Of course, a casino requires a staff. That means there will be an abundant amount of jobs available. In fact, according to research, the gambling industry could generate over 658,500 jobs!

Because casinos are typically built in tourist areas, there is an added benefit for local businesses. More attractions means more people. More people means more profits! Tourists coming to visit the casino for a day, overnight or weekend trip will bring in more revenue for local eateries, unique shops, other local attractions, hotels, and more! This will also make the way for more businesses to come to the area, opening up even more jobs!

Another exciting economic benefit is the amount of money that legalized gambling can potentially bring in for Brazil. The illegal gambling market is already making around USD 5,000 million a year! Because it is illegal, not only is it dangerous, but it is not benefiting Brazil in any way! Research has shown that the legalization of gambling could potentially bring in an added 15,000 million USD in gross revenue! This is in addition to lowering the unemployment rate by offering thousands of jobs and increasing local business revenue. On top of that, around USD 4,200 million a year in additional tax proceeds are estimated. And, even more, the government would collect over USD 1,700 million in licensing fees.

Brazil is a sports focused country. Legalizing gambling, including sports betting, will have many benefits for the country and it’s inhabitants. Sports betting draws in more spectators to local games. It will increase awareness and interest in sports all together. Best of all, this will now be 100% legal!

Companies like BetGold will offer easy to use services that allow gamblers to enjoy their favorite sporting events and games while showing their support for their favorite sports teams in a whole new way! Have you ever known your team would win and wished you could have bet on it? Well, now you can!

The Brazilian Congress feels that sports betting and other forms of gambling are their best option in an attempt to raise funds for public security. Public security, entertainment value, more tourists, an increased economy....The benefits of implementing responsible gambling in Brazil just go on and on!

Brazil is leaping into the future with the legalization of gambling. The benefits that casinos, online gambling, and sports betting will provide for the country are abundant. The only question to ask is why was this not done sooner?!

What an interesting week of gambling news! First, the Coronavirus pandemic has affected the global economy, and naturally casinos have been hit hard. Also, an update on the Department of Justice Wire Act case, as New Jersey has now joined the fight!

Gambling news this week finds a new online gambling threat to the regulated industry in the United States for the third year in a row. Senator Tom Cotton says he is trying to use the enforcement of the UIGEA to push consumer protections in gambling advertising. However, the darker side to his legislation finds ways to block online gambling payments.

Hello friends, and welcome once again to This Week in Gambling! Seems like we just did this a week ago… and yet here we are again! No matter! Let’s get started with this week’s big story! And hold on to your butts, it’s a little complicated.

Every year it seems someone gets a bug up their rear end and tries to make a name for themselves by picking up the gauntlet against online gambling and pandering to special interests. Why should this year be any different?

There’s a new anti-online gambling bill up on Capitol Hill and this year’s poster boy for decency and morality is Senator Tom Cotton from the state of Arkansas! And before you ask, yes… Yes! Those are his real ears! He’s pushing legislation that’s earmarked with ignorance.Pun intended!

The Prevention of Deception and Child Targeted Advertising in Violation of the Unlawful Internet Gambling Enforcement Act… is the short name for the shit Mr. Cotton is shoveling. And it is fundamentally flawed right from the beginning. Let me explain… and I’ll use small words in case anyone from Congress is watching.

Now Mr. Cotton says he’s pushing this bill forward in order to protect the children and consumers… which sounds great on the surface. But dig a little deeper, and in reality this bill is commissioning a study on how internet gaming sites conduct their financial transaction so that in the future they can block them!

You see, the UIGEA permits states to regulate online gambling if they want to do so! And that’s exactly what Nevada, Delaware, New Jersey, Pennsylvania and others have done! So you see, the UIGEA can only be enforced in states where internet gambling is unlawful. You know, NOT regulated!

This legislation is based wholly on the enforcement aspect of the UIGEA, and in states where online gambling is regulated there is no enforcement of the UIGEA! In states where online gambling is NOT regulated there’s no advertising! There’s no financial transactions! There’s nothing to study! Like many things in politics this bill seems to be more about garnering votes and grabbing special interest cash than it is and actually accomplishing anything.

Look, I’m a father of four beautiful girls. I’m 100% behind child protection when it comes to gambling, but that’s not what this bill is about! In reality this is just a thinly veiled backdoor attempt by the Sheldon Adelson party to perpetuate their anti online gambling agenda. And as for Mr. Cotton? Well don’t worry too much about him. I mean, one good gust of wind and he could be drifting over Canada!

If you don’t already play online slots, you’re missing out. They’re some of the most exciting, entertaining and enjoyable games you’ll find online today. What makes them so brilliant is that they’re so diverse not only in their theming and appearance, but also in their special features, which can vary greatly. There are thousands upon thousands of online slot machine games waiting to be played, with loads more constantly in development. Why do you need to play slots right now? The answer’s simple: slot games are better and more advanced than they’ve ever been. Plus, there are so many of them that whatever your own preferences are, you’re sure to find many that will appeal to you. Here’s some more information about slots that should convince you to start playing.

Themes

Visit any online casino, look through the collection of slots, and you’ll notice there’s a wide range of themes, ideas and concepts represented. They come in all sorts of imaginative and creative themes - there really is no limit. Some of the many themes that are common to online slots include Ireland, ancient Egypt, outer space, under the sea, Norse mythology, fantasy worlds, riches and wealth, Christmas, Halloween, pirates and the wild west, to name just a few. There are also branded slots - these are themed after pre-existing IPs, such as popular films, TV shows, music acts and celebrities. Examples of branded slot machines include Jumanji, Jurassic World, Game of Thrones, Playboy Gold Jackpots, Guns N’ Roses, Top Gun, Jimi Hendrix and Kiss.

Before online slots started appearing in the late 90s, players had to make do with physical slot machines and video slot machines. Most of these had minimal theming and featured various fruits as symbols, which is why they’re often referred to as ‘fruit machines’. Even though online slots can come in pretty much any theme imaginable, some of them are designed to replicate and pay tribute to classic fruit slots. These fruit-themed games tend to have few special features, if any, and a smaller number of reels. However, there are plenty of sets, such as NetEnt’s Fruit Case slot, that are themed after fruits, but not necessarily fruit machines.

Features

It’s worth mentioning that there are over three hundred different companies around the world, creating online slots. Microgaming, NetEnt, Play’n Go, NextGen Gaming and Playtech are a few of the most prolific ones. Not only do providers want their games to look great, they also want them to be fun to play. This is why slots typically include a number of special features to help you win. Some of the most common features you’ll come across include wilds, scatters, free spins, respins and multipliers. Other features such as expanding symbols, sticky symbols, pick-me games, extra-large symbols and synchronised reels can also be found in many releases. Special features are there to make gameplay more exciting and give you more chances to win or improve the value of your win.

Not all slots are packed with loads of features, though. Some do have lots of features going on, while others only have a few to keep gameplay more simple and accessible. Many players, especially beginners, actually prefer those that keep things simple. Slots that have more straightforward gameplay can still be just as lucrative and enjoyable as those that have loads of special features going on.

Payouts

While some people simply enjoy playing slots for free, most people prefer to play for real money. There’s never a guarantee you’ll win, of course, but taking the risk can be a lot of fun - just remember to always gamble responsibly and stick to a budget. Some slots, when played for real money, can be very lucrative indeed. Many can reward you with payouts worth hundreds or even thousands of what your bet is.

The highest-paying slot machines are those that have a progressive jackpot. This is a special type of jackpot that grows whenever someone places a bet on the slot. A portion of the bet contributes to the jackpot and makes it grow. The more people there are playing and the bigger the bets are, the more the jackpot grows. It keeps on getting bigger and bigger until it’s won. Many progressive jackpots offer four-, five- or even six-figure sums to very lucky players. There are even a handful of them that have turned players into millionaires by rewarding them with seven-, or even eight-figure sums.

Online slot machines are some of the best games available to play today. Sure, they’re not as in-depth or engaging as video games, but they’re still just as much fun, and there’s a chance you’ll win real money when playing. If you haven’t yet tried out them, they’re strongly recommended. They’re quick and easy to play, and you can play loads of them on smartphones and tablets, so you’re not restricted to just playing them at home. Over the last few years, so many thrilling, innovative releases have come out, and there are many more yet to come. Start playing online slots today, and you’re bound to have loads of fun playing these brilliant casino games.