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Former US legislator likens online poker to terrorism

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Blanche Lincoln, former U.S. Senator from Arkansas, has compared online poker games to terrorism. She is working for a group funded to prevent or delay the casino industry from going online wrote this in an op-ed piece for the Financial Times.

She urged the Congress to revisit the 1961 Wire Act and institute an online gaming ban. She also cited a 2017 FBI Internet Crime Report that listed “victim counts” for the entire spectrum of internet activity.

“The FBI’s 2017 Internet Crime Report revealed that the victim count and financial losses suffered as a result of online gambling surpassed that of terrorism-related cybercrimes last year,” Blanche, a Democrat, wrote. “It is this clear pattern of targeting the helpless that stands out to me.”

However, a look at the report reveals the fear mongering.

In the FBI report, internet gambling was actually close to the bottom (no. 31 of 33) in terms of the number of victims in 2017. According to the FBI, there were 203 victims of internet gambling-related cybercrimes. There were 177 from terrorism-related cybercrimes. The number of online gaming victims was less than half the number of victims of charity-related cybercrimes. Per the FBI data, there were 24 times as many victims of malware or ransomware in 2017 than there were for internet betting. There were nearly 90 times as many victims of identity theft.

The FBI report listed internet lottery and sweepstakes-related cyberscams separately from the gambling category. There were more than 3000 victims of lottery cyberscams.

As for the financial loss, there were $19,000 in losses from terrorism-related cybercrimes, the FBI said. Online gambling was just under $600,000, but again near the bottom of the list. Losses from iLottery schemes were $16.8 million.

Calls to restore the Wire Act, which the Obama Department of Justice greatly watered down in 2011, have been around for about five years, ever since Las Vegas casino mogul Sheldon Adelson called internet gaming a “toxin.” Adelson backs the Coalition to Stop Internet Gambling. The billionaire casino boss once famously declared that he would “spend whatever it takes” to convince Congress to ban online casinos.

Included in past discussions to ban online gaming was an idea to give state-sanctioned online lotteries a carve-out. So far, six of the 45 lottery states have internet lottery offerings, while just three (Nevada, New Jersey and Delaware) have regulated internet poker. Offshore online casinos operate in grey or black markets in many other states.

The U.S. lottery industry had sales of $73.3 billion in 2017, up 1.4 per cent compared to 2016. Internet-based iLottery sales were $176 million, up 30 per cent compared to 2016. Lincoln’s op-ed calling for an online poker prohibition did not mention the lottery.

Lincoln was one of nearly 100 Senators to back the Unlawful Internet Gambling Enforcement Act of 2006, which dealt a blow to the poker boom of the mid-2000s.

In mid-May, the U.S. Supreme Court ruled that the federal government cannot force states to enforce a ban on sports betting. A handful of states have legalised sports betting thanks to SCOTUS’ interest in the case. Many, if not all, future sports betting states will at least consider allowing bets to be placed over the web.

“With states having been given the freedom to legalise online betting — and the recent U.S. Supreme Court decision allowing states to offer sports betting — I am tremendously concerned about the rise of online gambling in our country,” Blanche wrote.

 

Source: cardplayer.com


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ZITRO TO PRESENT A BOOM OF NEW GAMES IN TORREMOLINOS

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Zitro is set to make a big impact at this year’s “Expo Congreso Andaluz del Juego-Luis Escribano”, which will be held in Torremolinos on September 17 and 18.

The company will showcase, for the first time in Spain, new titles for its GLARE and CONCEPT platforms, designed to maximize profitability for gaming halls and offer unparalleled gaming experiences.

Among the releases to be announced are games such as King Fu Frog, Cash Totems, Lucky Vault, Devil’s Link, Fortune Legacy, and Wonder Dream, alongside well-established titles like Triple Charm Journey and Legendary Sword, a game that has demonstrated an outstanding performance in the market. Each of these titles includes innovative features and has been designed to deliver unique gaming experiences, transforming the offerings of Spanish gaming halls.

“Expo Congreso de Torremolinos has always been a key event for Zitro, but this edition will be particularly significant for everyone. We are bringing a lineup of games debuting in Spain that are building anticipation and will undoubtedly set trends in the market. We invite everyone to visit our stand and discover the latest innovation and entertainment”, said Albert Zorrilla, General Manager of Zitro in Spain.

 

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Revolver Gaming Unveils Pyramid of Ra – A Groundbreaking Slot with the Industry’s First Triangular Reels

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Revolver Gaming is proud to announce the launch of Pyramid of Ra, an industry-first slot title that brings a revolutionary triangular reel configuration to the iGaming world.

Set against the mystical backdrop of ancient Egypt, this highly innovative release is packed with cutting-edge features and designed to deliver a fresh, engaging, and unforgettable experience for players.

A Story of Power, Mystery, and Riches

In Pyramid of Ra, players are drawn into the world of Egypt’s most powerful deity, where the pyramid’s triangular structure comes alive as the reels themselves. This striking new layout not only sets the title apart visually but also creates a dynamic style of play that keeps the action flowing with every spin.

Why Operators Should Take Notice

Pyramid of Ra is positioned as a flagship title for Q3 2025, combining unique mechanics with highly marketable features that make it stand out in every lobby. Revolver Gaming recommends operators place the game at the top of their New Games category to capture immediate attention and maximise early traction.

Operators wishing to launch Pyramid of Ra or arrange special positioning are encouraged to get in touch with the Revolver Gaming team for setup and support.

Official Release Date

The game goes live globally on 22 September 2025, with multiple RTP variants and configurations available to suit diverse market needs.

Ryan Lazarus, Director of Partnerships at Revolver Gaming, commented: “Pyramid of Ra represents everything we strive for at Revolver – innovation, excitement, and player-first design. The triangular reel mechanic is a true industry-first and sets a new benchmark for creativity in slot games. We’re confident this release will not only delight players but also deliver strong results for our operator partners.”

Play the demo after release at revolvergaming.com/game/pyramid-of-ra/

 

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Aston Villa Foundation to partner with Kaizen Foundation

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The Aston Villa Foundation is pleased to partner with the Kaizen Foundation on the development of the ‘Play it Forward’ project.

The project, previously known as the ‘Playzones Programme’, will tackle inequalities in physical activity and access to facilities by funding community-led spaces.

With additional support and funding provided by the Football Foundation, the Premier League, the Professional Footballers Association, and Birmingham City Council, Kaizen Foundation will support 350 additional hours of activity to take place on outdoor mini pitches in lower socio-economic areas across Birmingham.

Kaizen Foundation funding will also contribute to the long-term sustainability of seven custodian organisations working in the heart of these areas. These organisations can apply for small grants, managed by the Aston Villa Foundation, to cover equipment costs and provide relevant training and qualification opportunities for staff and volunteers.

The Aston Villa Foundation will offer the expertise of highly skilled professionals and experts from within their team around grants and fundraising, marketing and communications, governance, monitoring, evaluation and impact, health and safety, safeguarding, and risk management. In addition to off-site spaces, the development of the Warehouse space will see two multi-use games areas, managed by the Aston Villa Foundation, built on the current broadcaster’s area of the North Stand, acting as a functioning community space on non-matchdays.

The project aligns with the Aston Villa Foundation’s commitment to their work with children, young people, and young adults, both within the immediate areas around Villa Park and the wider Birmingham population, providing a holistic landscape of opportunities to support them on their life journey.

Guy Rippon, Head of Foundation and Community at the Aston Villa Foundation, said: “We at the Aston Villa Foundation are proud to be working with an internationally recognised organisation such as the Kaizen Foundation, to continue to positively impact the lives of young people in the local vicinity of Villa Park.

“The ‘Play it Forward’ project aligns with the Kaizen Foundation’s vision and mission and the connecting and supporting pillars of our own strategy. The community and charitable sectors in Birmingham are going through their toughest period in recent history, with vast funding cuts and community need at its highest. The ‘Play it Forward’ project will empower the voluntary and community sector with their own ambitions to grow as self-sustained organisations, as well as reduce the gap in young people’s access to physical activity spaces in urban environments.”

The Kaizen Foundation is a Social Purpose Organisation, funded exclusively by Kaizen Gaming, one of the biggest GameTech companies in the world. Its vision is to serve as a catalyst for positive change on a global scale in partnership with local communities, NGOs, and private and public institutions.

The Kaizen Foundation’s goal is to foster innovation and improve all aspects of people’s lives with a focus on Society, Education, and the Environment.

Panos Konstantopoulos, President of the Kaizen Foundation, said, “Play it Forward is about creating real opportunities where they are most needed. By investing in local organisations and young people, we are not just funding projects, we are helping build stronger, self-sustaining communities. As an international foundation, it is a privilege to combine our global perspective with the Aston Villa Foundation’s local expertise to deliver meaningful impact here in Birmingham and exactly where it is needed the most.”

 

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