Stake Archives - Keno Wizard https://kenowizard.com/tag/stake/ The Ultimate Keno Destination for Odds, Tips & Tricks Fri, 23 Feb 2024 11:59:06 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.5.5 https://i0.wp.com/kenowizard.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/cropped-keno-wizard-icon.png?fit=32%2C32&ssl=1 Stake Archives - Keno Wizard https://kenowizard.com/tag/stake/ 32 32 230792155 UK Sets £2 Online Slots Stake Limit for Players Under 25 https://kenowizard.com/2024/02/23/uk-sets-2-online-slots-stake-limit-for-players-under-25/ https://kenowizard.com/2024/02/23/uk-sets-2-online-slots-stake-limit-for-players-under-25/#respond Fri, 23 Feb 2024 11:59:06 +0000 https://kenowizard.com/2024/02/23/uk-sets-2-online-slots-stake-limit-for-players-under-25/ The UK government has announced big online gambling legislation changes coming up in September.  The authorities have set a maximum stake limit of £2 ($2.53) for online slots that they will introduce for the first time in history at the end of 10 long weeks of consultations during which most respondents were in favor of [...]

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The UK government has announced big online gambling legislation changes coming up in September

The authorities have set a maximum stake limit of £2 ($2.53) for online slots that they will introduce for the first time in history at the end of 10 long weeks of consultations during which most respondents were in favor of the proposal part of the gambling white paper.  

The consultations hosted a series of industry views from providers of gambling harem treatments, academics, and individuals.

The £2 threshold will apply to players ages 18 to 24. A different £5 ($6.33) limit for adults who are at least 25 years old will also be applied. 

Countering the Risk of Life-Changing Losses

The changes come in the well-known context of the increasing popularity recorded by online casinos with special emphasis on easily accessible online slot games. 

The latter represent one of the most addictive forms of gambling and they are often associated with long gameplay sessions, binge gambling, and losing large amounts of money with serious negative impacts on players’ lives. 

The fact that they do not have any statutory stake limits, which is the case for slot machines in brick-and-mortar casinos, has convinced the government in the UK to take action. 

The lower stake limit for young adults between 18-24 has been chosen as a result of this age group having the highest average problem gambling score of all the assessed groups. 

Moreover, the group also has lower levels of disposable income, deals with neurological development that can impact the way they perceive risks, and they also need to learn how to manage money for the first time. 

Additional evidence has also shown a more powerful stronger link between harm related to gambling and suicide among the younger population.

Backup from GambleAware

Gambling Minister Stuart Andrew spoke about the evidence that “shows that there is a significantly higher problem gambling rate for online slot games.”

In connection to the vulnerability expressed by young adults concerning gambling-related harms, added Andrew, the government has decided to address both of these matters in the new white paper.

GambleAware‘s chief executive officer, Zoë Osmond, welcomed the announcement and described the decision as “an important mechanism to protect young people.”

Osmond added that while they will keep working toward fighting this “growing public health issue,” they will also work together with the government and others in the gambling harms sector to introduce better preventative measures. 

Earlier in the week, the UK Gambling Commission announced the launch of a pilot scheme for enhanced affordability checks.

In the context of GambleAware’s survey which showed strong public support for affordability checks, the pilot is expected to be successful. 

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Allwyn Secures 70% Stake in Instant Win Gaming https://kenowizard.com/2024/02/05/allwyn-secures-70-stake-in-instant-win-gaming/ https://kenowizard.com/2024/02/05/allwyn-secures-70-stake-in-instant-win-gaming/#respond Mon, 05 Feb 2024 22:34:25 +0000 https://kenowizard.com/2024/02/05/allwyn-secures-70-stake-in-instant-win-gaming/ Lottery leader Allwyn announced that it has teamed up with Instant Win Gaming (IWG), a leading supplier of digital e-Instant and instant win games. According to the announcement, Allwyn has joined forces with IWG’s co-founders, Rhydian Fisher and Simon Bucknall, and will work with them to unlock new opportunities to innovate the instant win games [...]

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Lottery leader Allwyn announced that it has teamed up with Instant Win Gaming (IWG), a leading supplier of digital e-Instant and instant win games.

According to the announcement, Allwyn has joined forces with IWG’s co-founders, Rhydian Fisher and Simon Bucknall, and will work with them to unlock new opportunities to innovate the instant win games sector. The deal will strengthen the lottery operator’s content offering, allowing it to bolster its already strong portfolio.

Allwyn added that it has agreed to invest in IWG. Upon closing, the deal will see the former company acquire a 70% stake in the latter business. Allwyn explained that it would finance this venture using its existing financial resources.

The investment is expected to close in the second half of 2024 and is still subject to the satisfaction of customary closing conditions. Allwyn noted that no changes will be made to IWG’s team following the conclusion of this deal. As a result, Rhydian Fisher and Simon Bucknall will retain their roles as chief executive officer and chief operating officer, respectively.

IWG supplies over 25 national and state lotteries with instant win games and has a strong presence in the key North American market. The provider sits at the forefront of innovation and boasts a strong portfolio of games across many categories.

For reference, IWG reported an EBITDA of £18.2 million on April 30, 2023.

The Deal Will Take IWG to the Next Level

Representatives commented on Allwyn’s investment in IWG. The former company’s chief investment officer, Stepan Dlouhy, said that the deal will enable his team to “create and leverage high-quality content throughout the group.” Dlouhy explained that this move is a testament to Allwyn’s ambition to deliver a best-in-class experience to its international player base.

Dlouhy also lauded the expertise IWG’s co-founders have cultivated over the years.

Rhydian and Simon bring a wealth of sector knowledge and creativity and we are excited to collaborate and explore new opportunities.

Stepan Dlouhy, chief investment officer, Allwyn

In the meantime, Rhydian Fisher, IWG’s CEO, said that his team is “thrilled to be partnering with Allwyn.” Fisher explained that the deal will amplify IWG’s success and proposition, generating a lot of value for the supplier’s partners.

Allwyn’s deep expertise and knowledge of the lottery consumer will help us to deliver immediate and significant value for our existing partners, while this step will also create new opportunities for the brilliant games our team develops.

Rhydian Fisher, CEO, IWG

In other news, Allwyn just took over The National Lottery in the UK, launching a new marketing campaign to celebrate the occasion.

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Miriam Adelson to Acquire Majority Stake in Dallas Mavericks https://kenowizard.com/2023/11/29/miriam-adelson-to-acquire-majority-stake-in-dallas-mavericks/ https://kenowizard.com/2023/11/29/miriam-adelson-to-acquire-majority-stake-in-dallas-mavericks/#respond Wed, 29 Nov 2023 08:33:34 +0000 https://kenowizard.com/2023/11/29/miriam-adelson-to-acquire-majority-stake-in-dallas-mavericks/ Miriam Adelson, widow of casino magnate Sheldon Adelson, is set to acquire a majority stake in the NBA’s Dallas Mavericks from tech billionaire Mark Cuban. The move comes as Miriam Adelson plans to sell $2 billion worth of stock in Las Vegas Sands, paving the way for the Adelson family to enter the realm of [...]

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Miriam Adelson, widow of casino magnate Sheldon Adelson, is set to acquire a majority stake in the NBA’s Dallas Mavericks from tech billionaire Mark Cuban. The move comes as Miriam Adelson plans to sell $2 billion worth of stock in Las Vegas Sands, paving the way for the Adelson family to enter the realm of professional sports ownership.

Dallas Mavericks’ Valuation Skyrockets to $3.5B in Adelson Family’s Major Deal

The Adelson family has a binding purchase agreement for the Dallas Mavericks, with the franchise’s total valuation now soaring to $3.5 billion, according to reports from Bloomberg. Mark Cuban, who purchased the Mavericks in 2000 for $285 million from H. Ross Perot Jr., will retain partial ownership and continue to oversee basketball operations.

This strategic acquisition is fueled by the Adelsons’ decision to sell $2 billion in Las Vegas Sands stock, representing approximately 10% of Miriam Adelson’s holdings in the company. The family plans to use the proceeds from the stock sale, combined with available cash, to secure the majority ownership of the Dallas Mavericks, subject to customary league approvals.

Miriam Adelson, an Israeli-born physician, assumed a prominent role in leading the Adelson family following her husband’s passing in January 2021. Despite selling the flagship Venetian resort in Las Vegas last year, the family remains closely tied to the city’s landscape, owning the Las Vegas Review-Journal newspaper.

Market Reacts to Pending NBA Announcement

The NBA, Sands, and the Adelson family have not officially commented on the impending deal, but reports suggest that an announcement is imminent. Meanwhile, shares of Las Vegas Sands experienced a 3.2% decline in extended trading following the news of the stock sale.

This venture into sports ownership marks a departure from the Adelsons’ previous activities, primarily known for their involvement in the casino industry and political contributions. Miriam Adelson ranked as the fifth richest woman globally by Forbes, has recently met with political figures like Nikki Haley and former President Donald Trump.

While Miriam Adelson’s late husband, Sheldon, was a significant donor to Republican causes, the family’s foray into sports ownership signals a new chapter in their ventures. Miriam Adelson has been recognized for her philanthropic efforts, particularly those focused on improving Jewish relations in the United States.

As the Adelson family prepares to join the ranks of NBA team owners, the sports world awaits official confirmation and details regarding this groundbreaking deal that could reshape the future of the Dallas Mavericks.

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FS Gaming Cuts 888 Stake, Terminates Segev Voting Rights Deal https://kenowizard.com/2023/08/21/fs-gaming-cuts-888-stake-terminates-segev-voting-rights-deal/ https://kenowizard.com/2023/08/21/fs-gaming-cuts-888-stake-terminates-segev-voting-rights-deal/#respond Mon, 21 Aug 2023 21:34:48 +0000 https://kenowizard.com/2023/08/21/fs-gaming-cuts-888-stake-terminates-segev-voting-rights-deal/ FS Gaming Investments is ending its voting rights agreement with Shay Segev, Entain’s former chief executive. This was announced in a regulatory filing filed by 888. FS Gaming Investments is a fund owned by three ex-Entain (formerly GVC Holding) executives, namely Kenny Alexander, Lee Feldman and Stephen Morana. The new filing says that Segev, who [...]

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FS Gaming Investments is ending its voting rights agreement with Shay Segev, Entain’s former chief executive. This was announced in a regulatory filing filed by 888.

FS Gaming Investments is a fund owned by three ex-Entain (formerly GVC Holding) executives, namely Kenny Alexander, Lee Feldman and Stephen Morana. The new filing says that Segev, who used to be Alexander’s successor at Entain/GVC, has terminated his voting rights agreement with the fund.

Following the termination of the deal, FS Gaming Investments has also reduced its stake in 888. The fund will retain a 4.55% stake in 888 and will have its voting rights reduced.

Entain’s Trouble Prevented FS Gaming’s Arrangement with 888

The termination of the contract comes in the wake of FS Gaming’s failure to put former Entain executives in leadership roles at 888. Kenny Alexander, for example, sought the role of a CEO at the gambling holding, while Feldman and Morana sought the roles of chair and CFO, respectively.

The proposal was eventually rejected because of GVC Holdings’s past business in Turkiye and alleged involvement in misconduct. Now rebranded as Entain, the company recently expressed its desire to reach a settlement with the HMRC, even if it has to pay a fine.

Earlier this month, Entain announced that it has set aside some $747 million to settle a potential regulatory matter.

Entain Grows but Some Critique the Company’s Financial Decisions

In other news, Entain recently published its H1 results, reporting impressive growth. The company remained unwavering despite the regulatory setbacks.

Earlier this year, the company also acquired the Polish-based betting company STS Holding in a $945 million deal. Entain was enthusiastic about the acquisition although some blasted the deal as “destructive” for the gambling giant.

In an open letter, Eminence Capital experts critiqued Entain for proceeding with the deal despite being in a fairly unfavorable (according to Eminence Capital) position. Overall, the investment firm said that the move is likely to lead to a decline in share price, greatly hurting Entain’s business.

Eminence Capital warned that the move may also cost Entain the trust of its shareholders.

This followed an earlier acquisition that saw Entain acquire 365scores, a global sports media company, in a $150 million deal.

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Blackstone Considers Sale of Stake in Bellagio Casino in Las Vegas https://kenowizard.com/2023/06/29/blackstone-considers-sale-of-stake-in-bellagio-casino-in-las-vegas/ https://kenowizard.com/2023/06/29/blackstone-considers-sale-of-stake-in-bellagio-casino-in-las-vegas/#respond Thu, 29 Jun 2023 11:01:48 +0000 https://kenowizard.com/2023/06/29/blackstone-considers-sale-of-stake-in-bellagio-casino-in-las-vegas/ Investment firm Blackstone Inc. is reportedly exploring offers for half of its stake in the real estate of the renowned Bellagio Hotel and Casino in Las Vegas.  Blackstone Eyes Partial Divestment of Bellagio Stake in Real Estate Portfolio Shake-up The Bellagio property was acquired by Blackstone in 2019 for a staggering $4.25 billion in a [...]

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Investment firm Blackstone Inc. is reportedly exploring offers for half of its stake in the real estate of the renowned Bellagio Hotel and Casino in Las Vegas. 

Blackstone Eyes Partial Divestment of Bellagio Stake in Real Estate Portfolio Shake-up

The Bellagio property was acquired by Blackstone in 2019 for a staggering $4.25 billion in a sale-leaseback transaction with MGM Resorts International. Under the agreement, Blackstone Real Estate Income Trust (BREIT) and MGM Resorts formed a joint venture, with BREIT holding a 95% stake and MGM Resorts holding a 5% stake. As part of the deal, MGM Resorts would continue to lease and operate the Bellagio while being responsible for all day-to-day operations and capital expenditures.

Blackstone’s decision to potentially sell 50% of its stake in the Bellagio casino comes as the firm seeks to capitalize on its real estate assets, Bloomberg reported. The company recently announced plans to divest warehouses and industrial properties for $3.1 billion to Prologis Inc., further indicating its strategy of cashing out on certain real estate positions.

Blackstone has a history of divesting its interests in Las Vegas properties. In 2021, the firm sold the renowned Cosmopolitan hotel, and in December 2022, it agreed to sell its 50% stake in the MGM Grand and Mandalay Bay resorts to Vici Properties Inc., its partner at the time. These transactions highlight Blackstone’s ongoing efforts to optimize its real estate portfolio.

Speculation Surrounds Potential Sale of Bellagio Stake as Blackstone Weighs Options

The Bellagio, located on the iconic Las Vegas Strip, is one of the city’s top-performing resorts. Despite challenges faced by other real estate sectors such as malls and office spaces, the hotel has maintained strong visitor traffic, contributing to its reputation as a premier asset in the gaming industry.

Both Blackstone and MGM Resorts have declined to comment on the matter, leaving room for further anticipation and speculation within the market. While the sale of the Bellagio stake remains under consideration, industry experts are speculating on the potential value of the property and the companies that may submit bids for its acquisition. Blackstone’s deep history and expertise in the Las Vegas real estate market, across various asset classes including office, hospitality, and residential, make it an influential player in the industry.

Notably, Blackstone has made headlines in recent years as the majority owner of Crown Resorts, an Australian-based gambling company. Last year, the investment giant acquired Crown Resorts for an impressive $6 billion, further solidifying its presence in the global hospitality and entertainment sector. The deal came amid a series of regulatory inquiries into Crown’s operations, which resulted in the company losing its license to operate a new casino in Sydney and facing potential revocation of its licenses in Melbourne and Perth. Blackstone proposed several conditions for the deal, including regulatory approval, access to Crown’s financial records, and retention of key personnel.

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Chelsea FC Considering Sponsorship Deal With Stake https://kenowizard.com/2023/06/16/chelsea-fc-considering-sponsorship-deal-with-stake/ https://kenowizard.com/2023/06/16/chelsea-fc-considering-sponsorship-deal-with-stake/#respond Fri, 16 Jun 2023 12:04:56 +0000 https://kenowizard.com/2023/06/16/chelsea-fc-considering-sponsorship-deal-with-stake/ The overhaul of the gambling sector in the UK is yet to lift off. While recently, the government released the White Paper of the review of the Gambling Act, meaningful changes are still ahead. Yet, amid talks for a possible shirt sponsorship ban, many soccer teams in the country vowed support for such a measure, [...]

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The overhaul of the gambling sector in the UK is yet to lift off. While recently, the government released the White Paper of the review of the Gambling Act, meaningful changes are still ahead. Yet, amid talks for a possible shirt sponsorship ban, many soccer teams in the country vowed support for such a measure, ahead of regulatory restrictions and changes to the vertical.

But while a front-of-shirt gambling sponsorship ban is expected a few years into the future, this still leaves time for soccer teams to complete their existing deals or even sign new short-term agreements with gambling companies.

Now, Chelsea, the famous soccer team, is reportedly in final talks with Stake, the popular online casino platform for a new one-year sponsorship deal, The Telegraph reveals. If the deal is finalized, it would designate Stake as Chelsea’s new front-of-shirt gambling sponsor.

The announcement comes at a time when the partnership between the soccer club’s current front-of-shirt sponsor, Three, is scheduled to expire this summer. Gambling sponsorship deals are not disclosed to the public, but it was estimated that Three and Chelsea’s collaboration was worth some £40 million ($51.2 million). It is likely that the new collaboration with Stake may have a similar price tag.

Previously, Stake inked a sponsorship deal with Everton, one of Chelsea’s Premier League rivals. That deal was announced last year and it was estimated at approximately £10 million ($12.8 million) annually, a figure that is not uncommon for the Premier League.

If Chelsea finalizes the collaboration with Stake, the gambling company would position its logo on the front of the shirt of the players. It is expected the logo to be present on all fan shirts that are adult size, while kids’ shirts likely won’t display a sponsor.

Even if Chelsea finalizes its sponsorship agreement with Stake, that won’t violate the upcoming gambling sponsorship ban. This is because the agreement will likely replace Three for the next season, running for a year. Per the changes to the regulations, clubs and gambling operators are allowed to complete their existing or new agreements through the end of the 2025/26 season.

Chelsea is one of the sponsors of the voluntary front-of-shirt sponsorship ban. With that in mind, the club is yet to officially confirm if the talks with Stake have secured final approval.

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Activist Investor HG Vora Reveals Stake in 888 https://kenowizard.com/2023/06/16/activist-investor-hg-vora-reveals-stake-in-888/ https://kenowizard.com/2023/06/16/activist-investor-hg-vora-reveals-stake-in-888/#respond Fri, 16 Jun 2023 02:33:22 +0000 https://kenowizard.com/2023/06/16/activist-investor-hg-vora-reveals-stake-in-888/ Activist investor HG Vora Capital Management has announced its stake in the gambling group 888, following the recent disclosure by a group of former executives from rival bookmaker GVC, currently rebranded as Entain. Financial Times reported that the New York-based fund revealed that it holds a 5.5% stake in 888, with shares owned directly by [...]

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Activist investor HG Vora Capital Management has announced its stake in the gambling group 888, following the recent disclosure by a group of former executives from rival bookmaker GVC, currently rebranded as Entain. Financial Times reported that the New York-based fund revealed that it holds a 5.5% stake in 888, with shares owned directly by the fund and its head, Parag Vora. 

Consortium of Former Entain Executives Sparks Potential Shake-Up of 888

The emergence of both HG Vora and FS Gaming Investments, the consortium of former Entain executives, has set the stage for a potential shake-up of 888. The company’s stock price has struggled over the past year due to compliance issues and rising interest rates, which negatively impacted its £1.95 billion ($2.5 billion) debt-fueled deal to acquire William Hill.

Earlier this year, 888’s CEO, Itai Pazner, was dismissed when the board announced that £50 million ($63.3 million) of customer accounts had been frozen due to anti-money laundering failures. The accounts have since been reinstated. With the company currently being led on an interim basis by Chairman Lord Jon Mendelsohn, 888 is actively searching for a new CEO. 

FS Gaming Investments is not only advocating for a board seat but has also suggested that Kenny Alexander and Stephen Morana, both former Entain executives, could potentially lead the company.

HG Vora Capital Management supports the efforts to bring in a new management team at 888, with Alexander as the potential leader. 

HG Vora Capital Management’s Gambling Industry Investments

HG Vora Capital Management has a history of involvement in the gambling industry, having previously invested in US operators Penn National Gaming and Pinnacle Entertainment before their merger in 2018. It also disclosed a 5% stake in William Hill shortly before its acquisition by Caesars Entertainment in 2020.

At the same time, insiders suggest that FS Gaming Investments’ main focus is on achieving a faster integration between 888 and William Hill to reduce costs and address the group’s £1.6 billion ($2 billion) debt. The consortium includes Lee Feldman, the former chair of GVC, investment bank B Riley Financial, and its investment chief Daniel Shribman. GVC acquired Ladbrokes in 2017 and has since rebranded as Entain.

Despite the challenges faced by 888, the company’s board remains confident in its long-term strategy to create value for shareholders. The company is committed to updating and engaging with all shareholders as it continues to focus on its strategic and operational priorities.

Just this week 888 Holdings completed the sale of its Latvian assets to Paf for €28.3 million ($30.6 million), allowing 888 to streamline operations and concentrate on strategic growth while Paf expands its presence in the Latvian market and solidifies its position in the region.

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High Stake Poker Pros Boycott GGPoker’s Updated Rake System https://kenowizard.com/2023/04/08/high-stake-poker-pros-boycott-ggpokers-updated-rake-system/ https://kenowizard.com/2023/04/08/high-stake-poker-pros-boycott-ggpokers-updated-rake-system/#respond Sat, 08 Apr 2023 16:08:36 +0000 https://kenowizard.com/2023/04/08/high-stake-poker-pros-boycott-ggpokers-updated-rake-system/ Over the last few years, GGPoker has been growing at a steady pace. The network kept improving its games, introducing innovations, as well as lucrative rewards and promotions. But while offering engaging poker action for high rollers and newcomers, GGPoker has kept a higher rake, when compared to its competitors. While this didn’t bother many [...]

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Over the last few years, GGPoker has been growing at a steady pace. The network kept improving its games, introducing innovations, as well as lucrative rewards and promotions. But while offering engaging poker action for high rollers and newcomers, GGPoker has kept a higher rake, when compared to its competitors.

While this didn’t bother many players, an update in the raking system started a boycott, led by a number of high roller players, who rejected the new rake structure by GGPoker, a forum post on Two Plus Two released earlier this week reveals.

As of today, the High Stakes community will boycott 25/50+ games on GGPoker. Ninety percent of the highest volume players at these stakes have already committed to the boycott,

reads a statement released by the group opposing the updated rake system on GGPoker

Can the Boycott Impact GGPoker?

Led by “the High Stakes community,” the boycott reportedly has already impacted $25/$50+ games on GGPoker. In fact, Mixgrill, the representative of the group opposing the updated rake system, confirmed that the high-stakes tables have been down to one, as of Monday, confirming that the boycott is already working.

According to the forum post, the group that opposes the new high rake system consists of 90 high-stakes players and poker pros. Ultimately, the group calls for the development of a “sustainable long-term playing environment.” The boycotting high rollers noted: “An environment in which it is possible for players to win money and enjoy themselves, as the network continues to generate enough revenue to profit.”

The boycott is already working. The table count has decreased to just one, and we are currently contacting the last few players who have not yet joined us,

explained the boycotting group

An important topic raised by the boycotting group involved the high rake back advertised by GGPoker. The high rollers acknowledged that this high rake back is “supposed to offset the rake.” However, they claimed: “With up to 60% being offered in the client, these numbers are misleading and generally false.”

According to the boycott group, the increase in rake was so drastic that pro poker players realized that they cannot win. The group predicted a significant decrease in the volume of raked hands, which can also ultimately impact recreational players. This, in turn, may also result in less revenue for GGPoker and customers switching to alternative poker networks, said the boycotting group.

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Online Slots Stake Limits Upcoming for Operators in the UK https://kenowizard.com/2023/04/07/online-slots-stake-limits-upcoming-for-operators-in-the-uk/ https://kenowizard.com/2023/04/07/online-slots-stake-limits-upcoming-for-operators-in-the-uk/#respond Fri, 07 Apr 2023 07:02:51 +0000 https://kenowizard.com/2023/04/07/online-slots-stake-limits-upcoming-for-operators-in-the-uk/ The UK government will introduce stake limits of between £2 ($2.49) and £15 ($18.68) for online slot games according to leaked information about the upcoming White Paper. Protection with Minimal Disruption Players under the age of 25 will not be able to stake more than £2 ($2.49) while playing online slots and operators will be [...]

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The UK government will introduce stake limits of between £2 ($2.49) and £15 ($18.68) for online slot games according to leaked information about the upcoming White Paper.

Protection with Minimal Disruption

Players under the age of 25 will not be able to stake more than £2 ($2.49) while playing online slots and operators will be subjected to a new legal tax to fund treatment for problem gamblers, claimed the report in The Sun based on leaked cabinet documents.

Laying out the proposals to her colleagues, recently appointed Secretary of the Department for Culture, Media and Sport (DCMS) Lucy Frazer outlined that the changes aim “to protect people who are at risk of addiction, catastrophic loss and harm, with minimal disruption to the majority.”

There are 300,000 problem gamblers and 1.8 million gamblers at risk of experiencing gambling harm in the UK and the measure is aimed at protecting them but the stake limits are likely to ire gambling industry stakeholders who will be concerned that their profits will decrease.

Frazer also told the ministers that there would be a new tax on operator profits to help fund problem gambling treatment and new operator obligations such as doing credit checks on players deemed at risk of spiraling into debt and monitoring for signs that gambling losses are becoming unaffordable for a player.

“I am confident that the societal benefits in harm reduction outweigh the projected costs to industry, and that much of the drop in online revenue will be the foregone income from people gambling unaffordably,” she reportedly told the cabinet.

New Controls for Free Bet Bonus Offers

As part of the efforts to make online gambling safer and combat gambling addiction, games will have their riskier features limited and operators will face new controls on their free bet bonus offers to ensure people are not being “targeted in harmful ways.”

Data of people representing “high risk” will be shared among the industry to facilitate operators to stop them from accumulating huge losses and a new legal body will be created to mediate complaints against operators. Frazer also vowed to address “remaining gaps” allowing people under 18 to gamble via cash fruit machines and scratch cards.

Other important changes will be the removal of all gambling firm logos from the front of players’ shirts across English Premier League (EPL) clubs, higher taxes for horserace betting to ensure proper funding for the sport and access to sports betting for land-based casinos, as well as the ability to open credit lines for high-rollers, and new powers for the Gambling Commission to crack down on the black market.

Frazer said the White Paper would be published after the Easter break and the plan involves most of the changes to be implemented without the need to create a new law.

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stake_inks_usdlr100m_f1_sponsorship_deal_with_alfa_romeo_On-line crypto-casino group, Stake.com might pony up as a lot as US$100 million to be the lead sponsor of Method 1 workforce, Alfa Romeo because the workforce prepares to compete in November’s Method 1 Heineken Silver Las Vegas Grand Prix 2023.

Alfa Romero’s contract with Sauber is predicted to finish earlier than 2024 however Stake will retain naming rights after the departure, in response to unnamed sources conversant in the deal as reported by the Sydney Morning Herald.

Now promoted as “Alfa Romeo F1 Group Stake” the brand new consortium has already launched a significant partnership with @KickStreaming, “an revolutionary and community-driven stay streaming platform constructed for and concentrating on a worldwide viewers.”

Multi-year Partnership Anticipated

No official particulars on the Alfa Romeo F1 Group Stake sponsorship had been out there after hours on Friday, however some sources are saying that it could possibly be a 3-year deal. That will observe with the anticipated worth of the sponsorship at A$140 and the workforce’s transition from the Italian model to a full Audi complement in 2026.

The identical week confirmed followers that new management methods had been reinvigorating the Zurich-based workforce’s future in a possible quest for the World Championship. Veteran sporting director Beat Zehnder, and technical director Jan Monchaux shall be on considerably equal footing, or at the least working facet by facet with Alessandro Alunni Bravi in a redefined Group Principal function as “workforce consultant”.

Former Alfa Romeo CEO and workforce principal Frederic Vasseur signed on with Ferrari when he left in December.

McLaren’s Andreas Seidl has taken the helm to transition Sauber Group to Alfa Romeo, accepting the function of CEO however opting to separate tasks with Bravi who will carry out a lot of the front-facing features of Group Principal.

Group Alfa Romeo prevailing all through the 23-race season, which begins in Bahrain in early March and closes in Abu Dhabi in late November instantly after the Las Vegas Grand Prix would possibly rely on sudden expertise, tech, or equipment from McLaren or one other factor repositioning itself for what many see as the start of the first wave of F1 as a self-discipline in US way of life and leisure.

One factor is for certain, a report $140m sponsorship deal is not going to assure success – however it might gentle the hearth underneath an entire rethinking of the way in which F1 enterprise is completed.

Australian Playing Firm, Stake is “one-of-a-kind”

Alfa Romeo’s new sponsor, Stake.com is a high-dollar playing concern with a historical past of enjoying by the foundations in methods no person ever considered or tried earlier than.

Spawned from an “American” Bitcoin playing website, Primedice, two of the three founders of that firm created Stake.com. They did it in Australia the place the amended playing legal guidelines left a gap.

  • Residents are allowed to gamble offshore with no interference from the federal government
  • On-line casinos are allowed to supply denizens pokies and different on line casino video games if they’re licensed in a state or territory – however no on-line on line casino licenses have ever been issued underneath present legislation which has been in impact since 2017
  • Playing firms positioned in Australia can do enterprise with gamers elsewhere, however not with residents

The third choice was the apparent alternative for a disruptor firm with sufficient mettle to counterpoint its two founders with over a billion {dollars} every.

F1 is a multi-billion greenback {industry}, with out even contemplating the “sports activities betting” deal with or maintain.

An industry-commissioned financial impression assertion just lately confirmed that the primary yr of F1’s return to Las Vegas would produce over a billion {dollars} of churn within the economic system. The identical firm, Utilized Evaluation estimated the Tremendous Bowl coming in early 2014 would solely result in half of that quantity.

The Tremendous Bowl has by no means been held in Nevada and it could possibly be a technology or longer earlier than it returns – if ever. F1 has made Las Vegas its “flagship” with a half-billion-dollar funding for yr one – half of that was spent on about 40 acres of land adjoining to The Strip that may grow to be its base for the three.8-mile race with speeds as much as 280 miles per hour on Las Vegas Boulevard.

Stake.com is primarily a sports activities betting website with an on-line on line casino. Some estimates put the crypto-casino’s price at over $2 Billion, maybe making it probably the most profitable crypto-currency playing website on the web.

One of many Stake founders is Bijan Tehrani. In response to the SMH, Tehrani mentioned Stake.com was thrilled to hitch the F1.

Alfa Romeo F1 Group Stake will broaden our alternatives for fan engagement via model integration and activation.”

We’re absolutely dedicated to enhancing race weekends by creating distinctive experiences for all Alfa Romeo F1 Group Stake followers, rising viewers engagement within the digital enviornment.”

His Melbourne companion, Ed Craven has participated in a number of different signing ceremonies and easy inked offers. World sports activities groups have taken the identify, giving the Stake model untold publicity in its chosen markets. Stake.com is at the moment the jersey sponsor for the English Premier League soccer workforce Everton FC. The corporate inked the deal after Watford FC was kicked down a notch within the leagues however effectively after model publicity.

Different high-profile emissaries embrace pop star Drake as a model ambassador who emceed a $1 million Bitcoin giveaway on stay stream in Might of final yr. Further sponsorships embrace a number of UFC and MMA fighters.

Stake.com isn’t any stranger to controversy and F1 has by no means been underneath the microscope earlier than, at the least within the public sphere.

Method One has seen an enormous improve in curiosity over the previous few years and the arrival of manufacturers corresponding to Stake are consultant of the huge publicity our sport can provide,” Managing Director of The Sauber Group and Group Alfa, Bravi mentioned.

Sauber Holding AG Chairman, Finn Rausing, mentioned upon the appointment of McLaren’s Seidl to CEO: “It’s an immense pleasure to welcome Andreas Seidl again to Hinwil as CEO of the Sauber Group. Andreas’s expertise is second to none and he brings to Sauber Group a transparent understanding of what’s required to attain sustained success. He takes over an organization on an upward path and he shares our dedication to conserving our group rising: I look ahead to a few years of success collectively.”

Followers will see the graphic outcomes of the partnership when the workforce unveils its newest F1 automotive in Zurich on February 7.

Supply: Australian cryptocurrency casino inks record Formula 1 sponsorship deal, Sydney Morning Herald, January 27, 2023

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