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New BluffCam App Offers Poker Players An Edge

Written on June 13, 2012 by Steve in Games, Promotions

When it comes to playing poker, bluffing is one of the most intricate features of gameplay. However, many players cannot be objective when it comes to gauging how stern their poker face actually is – and you can’t really trust your opponents to give you honest insight on what your tells really are. That’s why…

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Half Price Sunday on Poker Stars

Written on June 12, 2012 by Jane in Games, New Zealand, Promotions

Whether you’re a grinder or a casual player in the online poker world, you probably know that Sundays are the busiest days on Poker Stars for tournaments. In addition to the Sunday Storm and Sunday Millions, the poker room offers a wide range of unique tournaments that you just can’t compete in any other day…

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Bet365 Launches Euro Promotion

Written on June 9, 2012 by Bethany in Games, New Zealand, Promotions

When major sporting events take place, online casinos view this as an opportunity to launch great promotions and award players with cash prizes. Being a popular online betting website, Bet365 is well-versed in thinking up creative promotions that target a wide range of players. In honour of the Euro 2012 football tournament, Bet365 has launched…

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New Blaze Poker from Microgaming

Written on June 1, 2012 by Bethany in Games, New Zealand

Microgaming is normally in the spotlight for releasing new and innovative online slots games; however, the company has recently made headlines for its new Blaze Poker application, the company’s answer to PokerStars’ Zoom Poker. It presents players around the internet with an alternative to PokerStars’ website, which specializes in poker games and no other online…

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Lakshmi’s Gold Pulled From Online Casinos

Written on May 30, 2012 by Jane in Games, Pokies

Almost immediately after releasing Lakshmi’s Gold online slots, PlayTech received word that the Hindu community was very upset with the game. Depicting various Hindu gods, Lakshmi’s Gold was considered to be disrespectful and insulting to Hindus. Now, after just one week of controversy, PlayTech has removed the game from its online casinos. Rajan Zed, a…

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Smartphones Allow for Underage Exposure to Gambling

Written on May 29, 2012 by Steve in Games, New Zealand

In New Zealand, a major concern is the issue of underage gambling. Many recent reports have shown that children across the country are getting their starts in the gambling industry from a very early age, and politicians are discouraging parents from purchasing lottery tickets for their children and allowing them to take part in home…

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Win a Trip to Superhero Island with Casino.com

Written on May 26, 2012 by Jane in Games, Promotions

Casino.com is a top destination for online gamblers, as it offers players some of the most generous and unique promotions in the online casino world. This month, the casino is offering players the chance to win a trip to Super Hero Island at Universal Studios as part of its Marvel Adventure promotion. The Marvel Adventure…

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Zoom Poker Now Available in New Zealand

Written on May 25, 2012 by Bethany in Games, Promotions

PokerStars’ new mobile application, Zoom Poker, is now available in New Zealand. The application, which was launched in the UK and across Europe, last week was previously restricted from residents in the country. Now, New Zealanders have the chance to get in on some fast-paced mobile poker action. Zoom Poker is a fast-paced poker application…

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Zoom Poker Out of Beta

Written on May 21, 2012 by Bethany in Games, General News, Promotions

This week, Zoom Poker has come out of Beta mode. After successful testing and trials, PokerStars’ Zoom Poker is an official offering from the online poker giant. To mark the occasion, Stars has also released Zoom Poker as a mobile application. During the beta testing period of Zoom Poker, over 300 million hands were dealt….

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New Texas Hold ‘Em Game Available at DoubleDown Casino from IGT

Written on May 20, 2012 by Steve in Games, New Zealand

IGT may be a popular slot machine developer in New Zealand, but that doesn’t mean that the company can’t delve into other markets. In recent months, IGT has proven itself to be a diverse online casino operator, venturing into social gaming by teaming up with DoubleDown Interactive. Now, the two companies are stepping outside of…

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