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		<title>Six Month Delay In Spain’s Launch of Online Gambling</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 11 Jan 2012 14:06:37 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Daniel</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Spain has one of the biggest gambling markets in Europe after Germany, France and Italy. So it’s really sad to know that Spain has actually delayed its entry into the world of online casino games by six months. Spain had planned to open its markets with the onset of the New Year, but it looks [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Spain has one of the biggest gambling markets in Europe after Germany, France and Italy. So it’s really sad to know that Spain has actually delayed its entry into the world of <a title="Online Casino Games" href="http://safebettingchoices.com/online-casino-games">online casino games</a> by six months. Spain had planned to open its markets with the onset of the New Year, but it looks like progress will be a little slower than what was expected.<span id="more-228"></span></p>
<p>The reason behind Spain’s delay was explained in an announcement last week, where it was stated that regulators required more time to review the license applications. Well the intentions of the country may be great but this will also mean that online gambling enthusiasts will have to wait until June 30 at least for the new online gambling regulations to be put into effect. The new gambling laws were actually passed in February 2011 and 61 operators had submitted applications before the December deadline. Some applicants include big players like Poker Stars, bwin.party, 888, Ladbrokers and Groupe Bernard Tapie who is completing the purchase of Full Tilt Poker. While the Spanish government sorts out business, players will just have to remain patient and hope for the best.</p>
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		<title>Sports Betting Integrity</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 25 Jul 2011 12:46:35 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Daniel</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[A recently released report on sports betting which was printed in one of Malta’s biggest newspapers has discovered that integrity is of utmost importance if online sports betting web sites are to prosper. An article put on Malta’s Independant Online news web site confirms that overall reliability and integrity are the most important aspects to [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>A recently released report on sports betting which was printed in one of Malta’s biggest newspapers has discovered that integrity is of utmost importance if online <a href="http://safebettingchoices.com/" title="sports betting">sports betting</a> web sites are to prosper. An article put on Malta’s Independant Online news web site confirms that overall reliability and integrity are the most important aspects to users, and recognising this would help ensure the overall success of sports books online.<span id="more-209"></span></p>
<p>With regards to the current economic climate, the article confirms that the sports gaming industry employs over 800,000 people and generates an incredible amount of for the government. Malta is a sovereign nation in the Mediterranean and has a population of just below 500,000 people. It has long been a hub for online gambling companies with many different firms licensed by the local Lotteries and Gaming Authority.</p>
<p>As is already a well known fact to our readers, we are only interested in the promotion of online casinos and sports betting operators who abide by the rules and have a lot of integrity. If and when you find yourself choosing an online sports betting operator to play with, make sure you find one which is regulated and certified by independent authorities such as Malta’s LGA.</p>
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		<title>Yes, eCORGA actually works</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 22 Oct 2010 11:25:05 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>admin</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[eCORGA seal is what gives you the reassurance that the online casino that you are visiting is providing you fair and responsible gaming. Ever thought of how eCORGA, the independent player protection and standards body, provides such service and what does it do when there are issues regarding online casino software, casinos and their services? [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>eCORGA seal is what gives you the reassurance that the online casino that you are visiting is providing you fair and responsible gaming. Ever thought of how eCORGA, the independent player protection and standards body, provides such service and what does it do when there are issues regarding <a href="http://safebettingchoices.com/online-casino-software">online casino software</a>, casinos and their services?<span id="more-180"></span></p>
<p>If it is gambling disputes eCORGA has a Fair Gaming Advocate who handles any disputes that are related to gambling, between the player and the operators. If you are looking for proof of their service you can have a look at their report on remote gambling disputes, which shows that the level of player disputes are low for sites that are found with their seal. It actually gives you great relief to know that online casinos that bear the eCORGA seal are monitored on a regular basis and this includes yearly inspections. These online casinos are required to include eCROGA in any player disputes that they may encounter.</p>
<p>According to the comment made by Tex Rees of Fair Gaming Advocate, there has been a drop in overall number of dispute issues this year. She has stated that this is due to the close association that they maintain with online casinos and their policies that have been perfected over the years by working with casinos that have the seal. The operators are also dealing with disputes in a better manner according to her. Fair Gaming Advocate has an impressive record which reveals that 76% of disputes that are handled by them are solved within 48 hours with 47% of them settled favourably for the player. </p>
<p>Long story short if the question is whether eCORGA delivers, then the answer to it is, yes. And along with maintaining standards it also improvises to be well equipped to deal with disputes.</p>
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		<title>Know more about casino payouts</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 27 Sep 2010 14:12:45 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>admin</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[An important factor that gamblers must always take into consideration is the payout percentage of online casino games. The payout percentage indicated what proportion of the total money bet by players will be paid to them in the form of winnings. Most casinos offer around 97% which means that a player will receive 97% of [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>An important factor that gamblers must always take into consideration is the <strong>payout percentage</strong> of <a href="http://safebettingchoices.com/online-casino-games">online casino games</a>. The payout percentage indicated what proportion of the total money bet by players will be paid to them in the form of winnings. Most casinos offer around 97% which means that a player will receive 97% of his bet in the form of winnings. This in turn means that 3% of that money is taken by the casino. The payout percentage is calculated per game and not for the entire casino. <span id="more-178"></span></p>
<p>The payouts of each game are indicated at the casino and players can make informed decisions of which game they ought to play in order to make the most payouts. However one thing that players must look out for when looking at the payouts is certifications. A certificate of third party verification indicates that the payouts have been audited and that the figures indicated are fair and the casino is trustworthy. </p>
<p>Three popular independent auditors who are known in the online gambling industry include Online Players Association (OPA), PricewaterhouseCoopers (PWC) and eCOGRA (e-Commerce Online Gaming Regulation and Assurance). There are several other auditors as well. </p>
<p>The payout percentage is calculated much the same at online and land based casinos and both these gambling venues must offer authentic payout information to players. However at online casinos the payouts are often higher compared to land based casinos. This is mainly because the expenses for the maintenance of online casinos are lower and hence they can afford to offer higher payouts to players. Therefore online casinos offer much higher payouts to players that land based casinos.<br />
Some popular online casinos that offer a payout percentage of 98% and above include Cherry Red, Slots Oasis, Millionaire and Go casino. The payouts are audited and verified by third parties and are fair. </p>
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		<title>Whats Cooking?</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 11 Aug 2010 14:20:34 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>admin</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Whats Cooking? No, it’s not the title to a new cook show, but a brand new online casino slot game from Playtech casinos. This slot game is very creative and the designers have really pushed their skills in creating a very appealing, realistic and entertaining slot game. The animations are a lot of fun and [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Whats Cooking? No, it’s not the title to a new cook show, but a brand new <a href="http://safebettingchoices.com/online-casino-games">online casino slot game</a> from Playtech casinos. This slot game is very creative and the designers have really pushed their skills in creating a very appealing, realistic and entertaining slot game. The animations are a lot of fun and you will know what I am talking about when you play this game at Noble casino or Casino Swiss. <span id="more-172"></span></p>
<p>The slot game is of course all about food that is splashed on to the 5 reels and 30 paylines of the game. You have food symbols and cooking utensil and everything that will remind you of the kitchen and cooking up a meal. You will find all kinds of ingredients like onions, tomatoes, cabbages, a saucepan and lots more. Every time you win on the game you will find little animations that make the game so much fun to watch and play. </p>
<p>The game has a very interactive bonus game. You need to get the bonus symbol on reel 1 and 5 at a time and your bonus game will appear on your screen. The bonus game is a sandwich making game where you first get to pick the meat you want to use in the sandwich and then the sauce. The meat and sauce you pick will reveal the number of free spins and multipliers you have won. </p>
<p>The game also offers you some real gambling with the Dollar Bill side bet. You can bet on the Dollar bill and if you are lucky, you can win the progressive jackpot that appears on your screen.</p>
<p>Overall the game is a lot of fun and is great for people who love food and enjoy the art of cooking. Even if you aren’t much of a foodie the liveliness of the theme, the quality of the graphics and of course the great prizes are some reasons why you should definitely this fascinating new slot game. </p>
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		<title>Online Poker Cheats From South Korea</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 19 Jul 2010 08:34:36 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>admin</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[33 people have been arrested in connection with theft of $45,000 by installing malicious online software onto the home computers of thousands of online casino players. The gang of computer whizzes broke into several people’s houses and installed DDoS or Distributed Denial of Service program on up to 11,000 computers across the country. Once installed, [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>33 people have been arrested in connection with theft of $45,000 by installing malicious <a href="http://safebettingchoices.com/online-casino-software">online software</a> onto the home computers of thousands of online casino players. The gang of computer whizzes broke into several people’s houses and installed DDoS or Distributed Denial of Service program on up to 11,000 computers across the country. Once installed, this software was able to hack into the hole card data of the victims and transmit it to the main computer of the gang. The gang then used this information to swindle thousands of dollars worth of cash from the victims. <span id="more-169"></span></p>
<p>Internet gaming is a huge industry in South Korea and The Cyber Terror Response Centre is constantly monitoring internet activities to safeguard citizens from skillful hackers. After the arrest the police department released information about the criminals in custody. They stated that the gang leaders were 29 to 30 years of age and so far the estimated amount that was stolen is about $45,000. </p>
<p>There are several people who are of the opinion that online poker is rigged or susceptible to cheats. But this latest bust by the Korean police has gone to prove to everyone that crime does pay and if there is internet corruption, the criminals will not get away with it. </p>
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		<title>Evaluating Customer Support</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 20 Aug 2009 08:11:04 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Customer Support is of vital importance to an online casino as players are likely to face complexities at any stage in a game or with other issues. For example, unable to download a particular game or maybe a more complicated problem as in a bonus being withheld or withdrawn. Such issues can only be sorted [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Customer Support is of vital importance to an online casino as players are likely to face complexities at any stage in a game or with other issues. For example, unable to download a particular game or maybe a more complicated problem as in a bonus being withheld or withdrawn. Such issues can only be sorted out by the customer support personnel of the casino so, it is imperative that a player interacts with them from time to time.<span id="more-125"></span></p>
<p>A player can access the customer service desk of an online casino through various channels, the most common of all is the telephone. Online casinos provide toll free numbers to countries which have a huge customer base, if a player has access to this facility then it would be economically viable, otherwise it would turn out to be an expensive proposal as he would have to incur the cost of the call! A negative aspect of this means of communication is the verification process which confirms the identification of the caller, and which could be quite time consuming if the problem at hand is a critical one however, when using electronic means after logging onto the casino the player does not have to go thru’ this process. By and large, the telephonic means of customer support is advantageous and is a quick and an instant means of communication. </p>
<p>The email method surmounts some of the downsides of the telephonic mode. Verification is not done if the email is sent from within the casino otherwise the player would have to provide an account number. A player is allowed to only use the email address provided by the casino and this mode of communication is suitable, as a player can save and track messages sent to the casino at all times. The downside here is that you don’t receive an instant response and some casinos request for a 24 hour turn-around-time to reply to emails. This puts a player thru’ the hassle of checking his inbox on and off and this unfortunately offsets the advantages of email customer support!</p>
<p>Live chat method is now the trend and players should look out for online casinos that offer this facility, as this is an immediate and quick means of having your concerns addressed. Chat records are available and in the event of any dispute the player can make a note of the identification number and the time if he wishes to proceed legally to settle the issue.</p>
<p>If an online casino has good customer support then that casino is a <a href="http://safebettingchoices.com">safe betting choice</a> where you know you can get help with any query.</p>
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