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Caesars Entertainment in line to get Japanese IR license

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Japanese lawmakers have made the first step in allowing casinos in the country. They passed the Basic Bill on Gambling Addiction Counter Measures and the Integrated Resort Implementation Bill (IRIB). This could pave the way to the opening of casino resorts in three locations, most likely Osaka, Hokkaido, Wakayama and Nagasaki.

The primary beneficiary of the developments is likely to be Caesars Entertainment, who have already had participated in negotiations with lawmakers and community leaders in the country. In fact, the US company has been chasing this for over fifteen years.

Jan Jones, EVP for public policy and corporate responsibility at Caesars Entertainment, has welcomed the gathering pace of the new legislative framework being established in Japan. “Assuming the legislation passes the upper house, we think the first licenses might be awarded late in 2020, with first resorts opening in 2025,” Jones explained in an interview at the end of June 2018.

It is certainly been a long road leading up to the first key legislature changes that came in December 2016, which officially made gambling legal in Japan, although when it comes to bricks and mortar casinos, the country’s parliament was still a long way from implementing the legal framework to regulate the industry. Meanwhile, the doors opened for citizens to legally explore their gambling options via the internet for the first time, as operators such as William Hill online casino in Japan offered localised language support to meet the demands of a growing client base.

However, with much still in the air and with many grey areas still to account for with land-based casinos, the importance of establishing the appropriate legal infrastructure has been of paramount importance to the Japanese Parliament. This finally came when the Basic Bill on Gambling Addiction Counter Measures was introduced in June 2018, which lays the foundations on which the remaining legislature can be built upon and which also passed comfortably in parliament, with 183 voting in favour and just 46 against.

The IR Bill is therefore fully expected to pass through parliament with very little opposition, before the final session on July 22 at the National Diet Building in Tokyo. Given the huge success of integrated resorts and casino complexes in other popular Asian destinations, such as Macau, Singapore and the Philippines, there has been a growing appreciation that such resort destinations could bring not only significant overseas investment to the country, but also provide a massive boost to the tourist industry.

Gambling was actually made illegal in 1907 by Japan’s criminal code. However, there have been exclusions in place for state lotteries and scratch cards, along with soccer totes, horse racing, powerboat racing and motorsports. Pachinko parlours were also considered a “game” rather than “gambling” as such, given that the mechanical slots-like game does not pay out cash prizes. Instead, tokens are awarded that can be redeemed for goods or items at stores, which are nominally separate to the parlours. Nevertheless, this new legislature will also potentially change the face of pachinko in Japan and how the parlours can operate in the future.

Source: micetimes.asia

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Stats Widgets Introducing H2H Widget for Land-Based Terminals

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FeedConstruct’s Stats Widgets is excited to introduce its new type of H2H widget for Land-Based terminals, designed to enhance user interaction and interface. This widget simplifies the presentation of head-to-head (H2H) data, providing deep insights into team performances with its non-clickable and screen-optimized design.

The H2H widget showcases detailed analysis across various metrics, including team performances, H2H comparison data, and recent match results. Here is the data you can find in this widget:

· H2H Comparison Data: Detailed comparisons between two teams, including historical matchups and relevant statistics.

· Team Performances: Highlighting the recent form and efficiency of both teams.

· Last 5 Matches: Reviewing the outcomes of the last five matches of the teams.

· Current Standings: Quick reference to the teams’ positions in the current league.

The widget is a ready-to-go solution, with easy iFrame integration into the sportsbook, and individual branding to reflect a personalized touch. The introduction of the new type of H2H widget makes a big step forward in simplifying the sports data presentation for the Land-Based terminals, thus enhancing the user experience and supporting our partners.

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Slotsjudge Expands Its Presence on Discord and Kick

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It has been announced that Slotsjudge has expanded its presence by launching on new digital platforms, including Kick and Discord. The expansion will allow the team behind the brand to reach a wider audience for valuable reviews and insights. By introducing Kick video live streaming and a social Discord server, Slotsjudge aims to foster its vibrant community and provide even more interactive ways for users to discuss and engage with their insights, reviews and recommendations.

Details of the Expansion

Slotsjudge on Kick
The video live-streaming service from Kick offers a myriad of streaming topics and interactive features. It allows users to engage with Slotsjudge streamers in real-time through chat discussions and polls. By bolstering its digital platform expansion with Kick, Slotsjudge can create a dynamic and immersive streaming experience with community engagement and interaction at the forefront.

Slotsjudge’s Discord Server
Discord is a versatile communication platform that provides users with seamless cross-device syncing. By joining the Slotsjudge Discord community, users can benefit from in-built game streaming capabilities, and a wide range of chat and voice features for collaboration and community engagement within the iGaming industry. Additionally, the Discord community from Slotsjudge provides a streamlined platform for content sharing and community support, while maintaining a focus on creating a welcoming environment without promoting iGaming activities.

Impact and Expectations

For the iGaming Entertainment Community
With its new digital platform expansion, Slotsjudge brings a host of mutual benefits to the community. These include enhanced access to information and increased opportunities for engagement. Ultimately, it broadens the platform and reaches for shared experiences, strengthening the bond between players and creating a thriving iGaming community.

Future Directions
Leveraging the community foundations already established, Slotsjudge’s Kick and Discord channels are poised to build upon previous successes and bring even more engagement and enjoyment to users. They will foster a thriving community that continuously evolves and adapts to meet the needs and interests of its members.

Closing Remarks
With the expansion onto Kick and Discord, Slotsjudge aims to bring more fun and interaction to the experience. It is consistently creating spaces where like-minded users can easily connect, engage, and interact with one another, fostering a vibrant and dynamic community.

Pauls Spakovskis, live streamer and game expert at Slotsjudge commented:

“This is amazing news as Discord is the number one community hub to have and where I and Krista can interact with everyone interested in and about Slotsjudge. And streaming on Kick was just a question of time – fast growing streamer-friendly platform where we can build an even bigger community!”

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Play with the Ugliest, Quirkiest Pets Around in Stakelogic’s Fugly Pets

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Get your eyes ready because it’s time to take a trip to the pet centre to meet the ugliest, quirkiest, wildest-looking pets you’ve ever seen in the brand new slot, Fugly Pets, from Stakelogic.

Fugly Pets takes players to a banged-up old pet store to explore its collection of weird and charming, downright ugly pets. Meet a scruffy parrot, a catnip crazed kitty, and an unfortunate-looking little dog.

The slot uses a 5×5 grid with 3,125 ways to win on each spin and is packed with a plethora of unique and exciting bonus features.

Landing Bonus symbols trigger up to 15 Free Spins! Keep your eyes peeled for symbol multipliers of up to 64x landing on any spin. What’s more, these become persistent during the Free Spins, only adding to the game’s huge winning potential.

Roadkill might spell bad news for these fugly-looking creatures, but it is a great thing for players! The Roadkill symbol lands on reel five and will remain inactive until no cascades are possible. The Roadkill symbol then moves across the reels, destroying everything its path or turning it into Wilds.

Fugly Pets is a Stakelogic slot, so there is always something a little extra. If you thought those animals were ugly in regular size, wait until they land in super-size! Super Symbols can land in 2×2, 3×3, or 4×4, allowing players to win big!

Speaking of big wins, players can grab wins of up to 5,000x their stake in this slot, with RTP models up to 96% available.

Daniela Fricchione, Head of Account Management at Stakelogic, said: One thing we love to do at Stakelogic is to play with player expectations. When you think of a pet-themed slot, you imagine something cute and cuddly. Well, we’ve taken that rulebook and fed it to the dogs, putting a fresh spin on the genre with Fugly Pets.

It’s not just the theme that is unconventional, either. The game is jam-packed with special features, with the Roadkill bonus and Super Symbols really helping the slot stand out from the pack.

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