November is here, which means the Christmas music has already begun and it’s a matter of time before we start seeing twinkling lights and John Lewis Christmas adverts. It’s also a busy time in the online gambling sector, with casinos and bingo sites preparing for Xmas by offering a multitude of promotions. There are guaranteed […]
Continue ReadingiGaming News, Focussing on Bingo and Slots
As it says above, our news section features stories which are of interest to anybody who wishes to remain up to date with what’s happening in the iGaming world.
We tend to mainly write about regulatory changes but from time to time also mention mergers, new sites and promotional news.
Please double-check the date our stories were published as certain time-sensitive pieces may be out of date.
Jobs at Risk at Tombola Bingo
A couple of years ago, gambling giant Flutter Entertainment acquired Tombola Bingo for £420 million, adding the “UK’s biggest bingo brand” to a portfolio that also includes Betfair, PokerStars, SkyBet, and a few others. It was a huge procurement and essentially turned Flutter into one of the online bingo sector’s biggest players overnight, allowing them […]
Continue ReadingThe Buzz Group Launch a New Online Casino
In 2021, we reviewed Buzz Bingo for the first time and praised the site for its games, bonuses, real money tournaments, and more. In the two years since then, we have updated that review many times and it has maintained its flawless 5 out of 5 rating. But now there is a new Buzz sheriff […]
Continue ReadingOctober 2023 Promotions
In the casino industry, October means two things: at the beginning of the month, the last remnants of summer promotions disappear and we’re no longer bombarded with themes of cocktails, beaches, and sunshine (which is just as well, considering the UK has usually been freezing for 2 months at this month). Towards the end of […]
Continue ReadingWhat Happened to Intouch Gaming?
A few years ago, InTouch Games were rising stars. In our reviews, we criticised the brand’s sites for a lack of games but praised them for originality and jackpots (all games were created in-house, so they were 100% unique). We thought that InTouch had a bright future and said as much in our reviews. Fast […]
Continue ReadingBest Bingo & Casino Promotions for August 2023
August is nearing its end, but this summer month still has plenty of surprises in store. You can join giveaways, collect reload offers, play for big jackpots, and much more. So, before you put the barbecue away and prepare for several months of dreary British weather, take a look! August 10th to August 21st: Cloud […]
Continue ReadingBest Bingo & Casino Promotions for September 2023
As we enter the Autumn and say goodbye to another brief and inconsistent British summer, casinos and bingo sites are doing their best to keep spirits high. There is a wealth of promotions to enjoy this September, covering everything from giveaways to network promos and tournaments. Keep your eyes peeled this month for all of […]
Continue ReadingSummer Rain is Perfect Bingo Weather
The summer of 2023 has been memorable for all the wrong reasons. There have been wildfires across Europe and North America, with dry and devastating heat causing catastrophic damage to property and people. In the UK, however, it has been mild at best. Summer got off to a decent start, but then it descended into […]
Continue ReadingMega Moolah Jackpot Exceeds £12 Million
Mega Moolah, one of the biggest, most-played, and most famous slots in the online gambling sector, has edged over £12 million and could be ready to break yet another record! Even as this article goes live, the Microgaming slot is just a few million away from an all-time high and may even have broken that […]
Continue ReadingWaving Goodbye to Flutter Entertainment in the UK?
Why Flutter Entertainment Could Leave the UK Chancellor Jeremy Hunt recently completed one of the most significant budgets in recent memory, with numerous changes planned that could set the course for the future of the United Kingdom. Amidst changes to the benefits system and the usual hike in cigarette duty, there was a confirmation that […]
Continue ReadingSkywind Holdings acquires Intouch Games Group
Skywind Holdings has completed its acquisition of Intouch Games Group, an award-winning technology company. This move will bolster Skywind’s position in the gaming industry and will make them a force to be reckoned with in the UK market. In Touch own and operate eight casino brands in the UK market, these brands include Jammy Monkey, […]
Continue ReadingJumpman Freshens Up Their Wheels & Deals For 2022
Jumpman Gaming has been rethinking their welcome offers recently and in the process they’ve been making some waves. Amongst their new offers, are free spins deals – it’s no surprise that these deals are being snapped up from the shelves like toys on Christmas Eve. Dozens of existing sites across the network have been setup […]
Continue ReadingBez is Bringing Bottomless Bingo Brunch Back to Manchester
It’s time to grab your baggy jeans, chokers, and kagoules, as we’re heading back to the glory days of “Madchester” with The Big Bez ‘Bingo’ Brunch. It’s a boozy bottomless brunch held at Freight Island, an open-air food hall on Baring Street. Iconic raver and maraca man Bez is due to host the event, scheduled […]
Continue ReadingThe UK Gambling Commission Is One of the Best Places to Work
What springs to mind when you think of the best places to work? If we remain in the real world and dismiss Willy Wonka’s saccharine HQ and the laugh-a-minute Dunder Mifflin, your mind will probably go to high-tech workplaces like Google, where stories of arcade games, nap rooms, and bubblegum machines abound. But according to […]
Continue ReadingUKGC Announcement – Upcoming Changes by October 2021
For years now there has been talk of changes being made to the way gambling operators run their operations and particularly, their slot machines in Great Britain. 2020 seemed to be the year of change. It was a year when new rules were introduced, mostly as a direct result of the Gambling Commission’s comprehensive review […]
Continue ReadingHow to Use Virtual Bingo to Raise Money for Charity
Traditionally, bingo games were used to raise money for the state, and in the centuries since, these games have become commonplace on our high streets and more recently online. In the instances above, the bingo halls and sites are licensed businesses. However, this guide is not for those who wish to set up a bingo […]
Continue ReadingGiveaway Goodness Incentive at OK Bingo
A chain of well known bingo and slot brands including OK Bingo, Mirror Bingo, Daily Record Bingo and Express Wins are offering a prize draw style incentive to all players who make a first time deposit of at least £10 at any of these Reach Plc owned Jumpman Gaming operated sites. This promotion should give […]
Continue ReadingSun Bingo Numbers (No Longer Running)
What were the Sun Newspaper Bingo Numbers? The Sun Bumper Bingo numbers (not to be confused with The Sun Bingo website) was a long-standing, regularly published game that had similarities to bingo. The numbers would be printed in The Sun newspaper and made available via various third party Twitter and Facebook accounts, once of which […]
Continue ReadingBingo Barmy: Flowers on Your Birthday!
Who doesn’t love receiving flowers on their birthday?! We know we do! The lovely Bingo Barmy team are offering you the chance to win a bouquet of flowers worth up to £40! If your birthday is coming up, and you fancy receiving a beautiful bouquet of flowers, here’s what you need to do: Visit […]
Continue ReadingI’m A Celeb 2022: Olivia Quits ITV Mega Show
Why has Olivia Attwood left the Jungle? Just 24 hours after arrival, it’s been announced that Olivia Attwood has left the I’m a Celebrity jungle. We’re now quite sure what’s happened, but ITV has made a pretty vague announcement citing medical reasons, as below: “As a precautionary measure, Olivia needed to leave the jungle to […]
Continue ReadingFoxy Bingo Launch Mullet Only Salon in Newcastle Upon Tyne
What?: Foxy Bingo is hosting a free, pop-up ‘mullet only’ salon Where?: 15 Bridge Street, Newcastle Upon Tyne When?: 4th and 5th March 2023 How to get a haircut?: Walk-in, over 18’s only Are you ready to get your mullet on? Foxy Bingo is taking the party to the next level with Dirty Gertie’s Mullet […]
Continue ReadingWho is the Voice of Foxy, the Foxy Bingo Mascot?
The voice of Foxy, the Foxy Bingo mascot, is the bingo industry’s worst-kept secret. If you trawl through message boards and online communities, you’ll see a deluge of questions and speculations, but if you do even the most basic research, you’ll get the answer that you seek. So, who is Foxy and who has played […]
Continue Reading£2 – £5 Stake Limit Amongst Potential Gambling White Paper Changes
The Government has announced that the long-anticipated White Paper on gambling reform will be released in the coming weeks The White Paper is expected to announce new industry restrictions as part of the 2005 Gambling Act review. The review is expected to address concerns that the current legislation is outdated due to the exponential rise […]
Continue ReadingJumpman Gaming Reach Deal with On Air Entertainment
On Air Entertainment has reached a deal with Jumpman Gaming which will see the Live Casino Software developer add some of its titles to the Jumpman Gaming platform. The move has significantly bolstered Jumpman Gaming’s live casino content with JG now offering players a very respectable number of options from various suppliers under the ‘Table’ […]
Continue ReadingJumpman Gaming Launches Super Summer Giveaway
Glastonbury Blues? Jumpman has you covered with the Super Summer Giveaway Are you already craving your next Glastonbury fix? Or, Fancy yourself as the next Bear Grylls? Jumpman’s Super Summer Giveaway could be for you. Erect the tent, (in your back garden!?) get your wellies on, speakers out and you’re festival ready! Minus the overpriced […]
Continue ReadingChange Of License for Dragonfish Powered, 888 Holdings Brands
If you’re a UK player who’s been around the houses a bit when it comes to bingo sites, there’s a fair chance that at some point you’ll have opened an account at an 888 Holdings Site such as Wink Bingo, Quality Bingo or Costa Bingo. What’s happened? Behind the scenes, there’s been a takeover… 888 […]
Continue ReadingIn Time For Christmas? The Gambling Act White paper
The Gambling Act white paper, in time for Christmas? Reportedly, this may be the case. What’s happened to date? It was around July 2022 when we expected the much anticipated paper, which would form part of a wider review of the Gambling Act to be published. But as we all know, that didn’t happen! Instead, […]
Continue ReadingGambling Operator Genesis Global Ltd Leaves UK Market
The well-known, 14-brand strong casino operator Genesis Global Limited this morning announced that it would cease trading in the UK. A message displayed to affiliates when logging into Genesis Affiliates, the platform through which affiliates, such as Bingo Paradise promoted the Genesis Global brands, stated the following: ‘Please note that Genesis Global has taken the […]
Continue ReadingTonyBet Hit with a £442,750 UKGC Issued Fine
The UK Gambling Commission (UKGC) recently hit TonyBet with a £442,750 fine after the operator failed to check the credentials of all players, including those deemed vulnerable. All licensed UK casinos and betting sites are required to check player IDs and keep tabs on their activity. Not only does it help to cut back on […]
Continue ReadingWhen Will the Bingo Halls Open?
Bingo halls have been shut since the UK went into lockdown on January 4th. It’s an industry that has been hit very hard, and while online bingo has softened the blow, the last 12+ months have been hard on owners, employees, and players alike. Of course, we all have more important things to worry about […]
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