A man struggling with a gambling debt allegedly kidnapped himself and demanded a ransom from his aunt. Authorities charged Chinese resident Liu Changjian in court on Monday after he tried to swindle CN¥30,000 (US$4,175) from his family member. A pre-trial conference will take place on March 25.
started messaging his aunt in China posing as the kidnapper
The Chinese national enacted the plan while at the Marina Bay Sands Casino in Singapore. He arrived in the country on March 1 and was supposed to go back to China five days later. The 33-year-old instead stayed at the casino and started messaging his aunt in China posing as the kidnapper. Liu went as far as sending a photo of his travel document as a form of proof.
Authorities quickly tracked him down
The woman told Liu’s father about the incident and he proceeded to contact the Singapore Police Force (SPF). Central Police Division officers investigated the matter and extensively searched for Liu.
While loan sharking is illegal in Singapore, criminals often lend money to desperate gamblers and charge them extortionate interest rates.
They found him in the Marina Bay area less than three hours after receiving the call and discovered that he had a gambling debt as high as S$30,000 (US$22,560). Neither Liu nor any other party received any ransom money.
Facing the consequences
Liu is now facing as many as ten years in prison and/or a fine for his transgressions. In a statement about the case, the SPF underlined how seriously it takes a person either “knowingly or unwittingly” taking part in scams.
warned citizens to be careful when they get strange calls and messages
The authorities also warned citizens to be careful when they get strange calls and messages from unknown individuals, especially when the number originates from outside Singapore.
People faking their own kidnapping is not too uncommon. In October 2021, a woman in Spain convinced her husband to pay a €6,000 (US$6,564) ransom and proceeded to use the funds to play bingo.
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Video poker players draw more four-of-a-kind hands with Jacks, Queens, Kings or Aces than with 10s or lowers. That works to player advantage in Aces and Faces, a new game growing in popularity in online casinos.
The game is a close cousin to Bonus Poker and sometimes is called Bonus Aces and Faces. It’s not one of the more common games in live casinos, but is finding a niche among online players.
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Spinomenal, an experienced supplier of premier content to the iGaming industry, has entered a partnership with the prominent operator 888 Italy. Under the terms of the deal, the supplier will provide its extensive slot portfolio to the online casino via the Fusion aggregation platform provided by the renowned supplier Pariplay.
B2C Partnership
The partnership represents a huge step forward for both companies in accomplishing their respective strategic goals. Following its Italian market debut made in the summer of 2023, Spinomenal has since evolved into an increasingly influential participant in the growing Italian gaming environment. The latest partnership with 888 Italy will enable even wider Italian player pool to taste the provider’s fine selection of titles and spread the word about the unique gaming experience made available through the remarkable content supply deal.
Premium Content Supply
Therefore the visitors of 888 Italy’s online casino will benefit from the opportunity to roll out Spinomenal’s blockbusters like Majestic King, Book of Demi Gods 2, Egyptian Rebirth and more. At the same time, the operator can now use the premium supply to expand the offerings of high-performance titles and benefit from the increased player’s activity on the platform.
Smooth Content Integration
Such an activity has just been made easier, as the partners to the content supply deal has engaged Pariplay’s innovative aggregation platform Fusion for seamless content integration into the 888 Italy’s online operations. The aggregation platform securing a swift and seamless content transition by means of a series of cutting-edge features and tools makes Pariplay a frequent B2B partner for Spinomenal’s expansions. The use of high-end Fusion platform for the latest integration testifies about the commitment of Spinomenal and 888 Italy to increase their presence in the Italian jurisdiction.
Common Expansion Targets
The Italian deal between Spinomenal and 888 extends the series of expansions accomplished by the two partners across Europe. Therefore the Italian players can now enjoy the gaming experience already available in the UK, Romanian, Swedish, and Spanish markets. With the latest expansion, the studio and the operator are increasing their presence in the country looking to write another chapter of their common story of success.
Commenting on the partnership, Lior Shvartz, CEO for Spinomenal said:“Italy will be an integral market for us in 2024 and we are thrilled to expand our presence here with long-time partners 888. Here in Italy, 888 has quickly become a leading force in the market where we know our games will be given the perfect platform.”
Head of Commercial for William Hill/888 Italy Valerio Miccio added:“We have been following closely on Spinomenal entrance to the Italian market from last summer. Once we realised Spinomenal’s best titles had an amazing impact, we decided to enhance our games portfolio on 888casino.it, providing our players with an even more fulfilling online casino experience”.
Source: “Spinomenal enhances 888 collaboration with Italian expansion”. European Gaming. March 11, 2024.
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Whether you’re a seasoned gamer or a casual bystander, you’ve heard the iconic two-syllable name before…Fortnite. With a staggering 221 million active players in the last 30 days with a peak of 59.8 million players in a single day, it’s evident that Fortnite has become a cultural phenomenon.
In celebration of Fortnite’s latest Chapter 5: Season 2 release, we’ve embarked on a quest to identify which states are best positioned to claim the Victory Royale in a hypothetical real-world Fortnite. Drawing inspiration from the game’s landscapes and strategic gameplay, we’ve analyzed each state’s environmental, survival, and strategic factors in our very own Victory Royale index. Gear up and brace yourself for the ultimate showdown!
Key findings:
Minnesota is most likely to claim Victory Royale, with a perfect score of 100/100
Colorado secures 2nd place (99.3/100), with Kansas in 3rd (81.8/100)
Rhode Island is the least likely to win in a Battle Royale, as they scored 0/100
How to score a real-life Victory Royale, according to our index
Battle Royale Bustle (Population density): Lower population density equals survival chances and loads of hiding spot opportunities
Alliance Advantage (Crime rate):Lower crime rates fosters trusty alliances, crucial for navigating and advancing through the ranks
Healing Abundance (Pharmacy density): With higher pharmacy density, the better equipped players are to patch themselves up to stay in the game longer
Gold Rush (GDP): A higher GDP opens more opportunities to splurge on top-tier equipment and essential resources for the ultimate battle
Strategic Savvy (Education attainment): Sharp strategic decisions are key to a Victory Royale. Higher levels of education attainment equal quicker and effective gameplay strategies
Gear Galore (Firearm training facilities density): The more facilities available, the more resources to gear up before the showdown
Nature’s Fury (Natural disaster declarations): Just like in Fortnite, surviving intense climates like storms and blizzards are crucial. Few natural disaster declarations mean better odds of weathering the storm for that sweet victory
And Victory Royale goes to…
The state most likely to dominate in a real-life Victory Royale is Minnesota, with a perfect score of 100. Thanks to its relatively low 20th lowest population density of 73.2, Minnesotans can find plentiful hiding spots to heighten survival chances amidst the chaos. Navigating natural disasters will be an ease, as they’ve only had one major natural disaster declaration in the last year. With an education attainment score of 64/100, 6th lowest crime rate and having the 3rd highest firearm training facilities density, they’re equipped to make the best strategic decisions to secure the Victory Royale.
Securing the silver medal, Colorado stands just 0.7 points shy of the Victory Royale glory with a total score of 99.3/100. While Coloradans flourish in a lower 14th lowest population density and 2nd highest firearm training facilities density, they also have the 15th largest GDP – more than Minnesota. Their education attainment score of 69.3/100 highlights their tactical decision-making abilities in navigating the field. However, their doubled crime rate (compared to Minnesota) presents a challenge, hindering their ability to form trusty alliances and potentially weakening their chances of a Victory Royale.
Holding the bronze medal is Kansas, with an overall score of 81.8/100. Kansas stands out in comparison to both Minnestoa and Colorado, as they have the 10th lowest population density nationwide; and shine with the 3rd highest pharmacy density across the nation. However, with only 61 available training facilities (24th nationwide ranking) puts them at a slight disadvantage. Additionally, their ranking of 33rd in GDP category contributes to their bronze medal position.
Rounding out the top five rankings, Nebraska storms in at 4th place (80.1/100), with Virginia in 5th place (78.5/100).
The states least likely to score a Victory Royale
Rhode Island ranks as the state destined for defeat, with a dismal score of 0/100. Positioned with the 2nd highest population density, they’ll lack hiding spots to stake out in for long-term survival. As for alliance advantage? More like alliance disadvantage, as they have the 16th highest crime rate, plummeting their chances of meeting dependable teammates. On top of that, their rankings of 2nd lowest pharmacy density and 7th lowest in firearm training facilities density, their odds are stacked against them.
Lagging behind in the second to last spot nationwide, is Hawaii, with a score of 6.8 out of 100. Not only do they rank 13th highest in population density, but their lackluster 47th ranking in firearm training facilities density is a recipe for trouble. On top of that, due to their pharmacy density, they have the 4th lowest ranking in the category – making it difficult to patch themselves up for long-term survival, in case of medical emergencies. Combine these elements together, and it’ll only present obstacles to their hopes of clinching the Victory Royale.
Oklahoma finds itself, unfortunately, third to last, as they only scraped 13.7 points out of 100. Despite boasting the 15th lowest population density, they face an uphill battle with the 4th highest ranking in the natural disaster declaration category – aka, added stress to their gameplay. Additionally, their 44th position in making strategic decisions and 50th ranking pharmacy density leaves them carefully treading with their gameplay, compared to their fellow states.
Finishing off the bottom five list, Tennessee ranks 46th place overall (21.6/100), with New Jersey and New York tied for 45th place nationwide (24.7/100).
Conclusion
As you dive into the latest Fortnite Chapter 5: Season 2 release, envision yourself transitioning into a real-life Battle Royale scenario. Considering some of the listed advantages and challenges each state presents, ask yourself if the Victory Royale scores in your favor!
Methodology
In March 2024, we asked ChatGPT to create a general criterion for our Victory Royale index. As described in the index description (above), this helped us determine what to assess. We then assessed some of the data for the suggest factors and weighed them:
Battle Royale Bustle = Population density per square mile (Wisevoter)
Gear Galore = # of public firearm training facilities density (NSSF)
Nature’s Fury = Natural disaster declarations within the last 12 months (FEMA)
Gold Rush = GDP (Wisevoter)
Strategic Savvy = Most educated states index (Wallethub)
Alliance Advantage = Crime rate per 100k (Wisevoter)
Healing Abundance = Pharmacies per 10k (pharmacists.org)
Each state was then scored on a scale of 0-100 to discover which states have the highest and lowest chances of winning a real-life Victory Royale.
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Caesars Entertainment and the NHL have extended their partnership to keep Caesars as the league’s Sports Betting and Gaming Partner. Caesars Digital will also get access to NHL-owned intellectual property that will help it build league-branded online casino games and offer them throughout the US.
use NHL logos and imagery on its app
Caesars Rewards members will have a chance to have NHL VIP experiences and the gambling operator’s branding will appear during broadcasts of Stanley Cup Playoff games. The Las Vegas-based company can still use NHL logos and imagery on its app and secure appearances from former hockey stars.
Talking about the extension, Caesars Digital President Eric Hession said that the relationship will allow it to keep up with its “efforts to build on that fan passion by bringing unforgettable experiences” to its users. NHL Business Development Vice President Jason Jazayeri noted that the two parties have always come up with innovative ways to engage fans and that the league looks forward to continuing the partnership.
The recently rebranded Caesars Palace Online Casino is currently available in four states, while the operator has sportsbooks in more than 20 states.
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An industry panel at an event in New York considered the future of online gambling in the US, with Fifth Street Gaming CEO Steve Schorr and BetMGM Vice President of Gaming Product Oliver Bartlett speaking at the Next.io conference on Thursday.
The panel agreed that the online gambling sector has to continually evolve and adapt to new technologies to stay relevant. This includes finding ways to boost engagement among users across social media and to try to cultivate a community feeling.
Specifically, Schorr talked about the upcoming launch of a Latino-themed social casino app. He believes that this is an untapped market – about 64 million people living in America identify as Latino.
not just about ensuring that Spanish is a language option
Schorr explained that it’s not just about ensuring that Spanish is a language option on a gambling platform, but rather that it is vital to put together a brand that “speaks to the language, the culture, the influencers.”
BetMGM’s Bartlett sees an issue with users getting inundated with thousands of betting options. The challenge for operators is to start “matching customers to what they care about.” He thinks that leveraging tools like artificial intelligence or algorithms could be the answer.
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Las Vegas is a place where people flock for entertainment and the chance to win a few bucks. Most go in with dreams of hitting one big casino jackpot, something that can create a story that will last a lifetime.
One player achieved the feat twice in one day. Though it sounds like something that would happen with online slots, a player at Caesars Palace in Las Vegas managed to win more than $700,000 by hitting a pair of slot game jackpots.
The Trip of a Lifetime
Caesars Palace is one of the premier destinations on the famed Vegas Strip. One casino visitor made the trip and turned it into the kind of story that can’t be matched.
On March 2, a player sat down at the slots at roughly 5:00 p.m. They then hit a $165,000 jackpot, which would make anyone’s trip memorable enough. Incredibly, that’s not where this story ends for that lucky casino goer.
A Second Win
Just over four hours later, at 9:20 p.m., that same guest sat down at the slots again (a different slot this time). They then won an additional $545,000 after hitting the jackpot yet again. In the end, winnings of more than $700,000 ($710,000 to be exact) were awarded to the unnamed player.
For most who visit Vegas, the idea of walking out with more money than you came in with is the dream. Walking out with more than $700,000 in prize money is the kind of thing that never happens. For this guest, the thrill of hitting the big jackpot was more than a once-in-a-lifetime thing. It turned out to be a twice-in-an-afternoon thing.
Believe it or not, this is just the latest big slot win of the year. At Planet Hollywood in Las Vegas, a guest won $1,208,521 playing Pai Gow Poker before hitting the mega progressive jackpot. Another player at the Station Casinos’ Red Rock and Green Valley Ranch hit for more than $450,000 by getting a sequential royal flush in video poker. Though big wins don’t happen often, they do happen and they create unforgettable experiences.
Conclusion
In the world of online casino games, these stories remind casino goers that it is possible to walk in with a little money in their pocket and walk out with a life-changing win. In the truly rare cases, one player can pull off that feat twice and create the kind of story that can only be written about.
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In an audacious stride towards global dominance, Betsson Group blazes a trail into the dynamic Italian market with the grand unveiling of its flagship brand, Betsson. This strategic leap embodies Betsson’s relentless pursuit of creation and its uncompromising passion to redefine the gaming terrain. As the gates swing wide open to Italian players, a realm of boundless excitement and unparalleled thrills awaits, promising an immersive gaming odyssey like never before!
A Symphony of Offerings
Prepare to embark on a journey of discovery as Betsson.it unveils a treasure trove of gaming delights. From the heart-pounding adrenaline rush of sports betting, spanning an array of electrifying sporting events, to the mesmerizing allure of immersive slots and captivating table games, every moment promises a compelling escapade. Dive into the exciting action of live casino experiences, where the thrill of the moment comes alive with every spin and every deal, delivering a unique fusion of entertainment and excitement.
With its recent ventures into Latin America, Betsson has carved a path of success, leaving an indelible mark as the main sponsor of esteemed football clubs like Boca Juniors, Racing Club, and Atlético Nacional. Now, as the brand sets its sights on the Italian horizon, its devotion to excellence shines brighter than ever. This launch not only symbolizes its passion to reach new heights but also confirms its promise to deliver amazing gaming experiences that transcend borders and captivate players worldwide.
Charting New Territories
The debut in Italy marks a very influential moment in Betsson’s expansion journey, propelling it into uncharted territories and setting the stage for unprecedented growth and success. As it continues to push the limits of innovation and raise industry standards, Italian players can look forward to a gaming experience that exceeds the ordinary and ushers in a new era of excitement and possibility.
Ronni Hartvig, Chief Commercial Officer of Betsson Group, commented:“Italy has grown significantly in importance for Betsson, and we believe this is an opportune moment to introduce our flagship brand, Betsson, to the market. By consolidating our operations under the unified Betsson brand, we aim to harness the power of scalability. And together with our extensive experience in the region, we aim to position the brand as a leading sports betting operator in the market.“
Source:
”BETSSON GROUP LAUNCHES FLAGSHIP BRAND IN ITALY”, europeangaming.eu, March 7, 2024.
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ICE, or the International Casino Exhibition, saw record attendees at this year’s event ahead of its move to Barcelona next year.
welcomed 45,050 people from 164 countries
Founded in 1990 and organized by Clarion Events Ltd, the yearly gaming exhibition welcomed 45,050 people from 164 countries at ExCel London last month. In addition to ICE, 7,295 people visited its sister show iGB Affiliate, an event designed to connect affiliates with companies and people in the gaming space.
ICE saw a 12% increase in attendees from 2023 and iGB Affiliate enjoyed a 27% bump over the previous year.
Stuart Hunter, Managing Director of Clarion Gaming, said that the historic exhibitions were “I was there events” with guests occupying every space of ExCel London. With a 96% satisfaction rating achieved at this year’s events, Hunter said “that the bar has been set for Barcelona 2025.”
Next year’s ICE Barcelona is scheduled for January 20-22 at Fira de Barcelona.
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Octoplay’s new slot release, Shaolin Panda Chaos Reels, boasts of bringing an exciting theme, engaging game play and a 10,000x max win. The latest development of the fast growing studio also features a revolutionary slot experience for gaming professionals and novices alike, with the flagship Chaos Reels mechanic driving the thrill of the game. The abundant set of features, topped with the frenetic Free Spins action offering tons of fun and a significant win potential, seems to justify Octoplay’s excitement about its latest game development.
Coupling Popular Theme and Unique Setup:
The game‘s theme takes players to misty mountains and forests being the home to solitary monasteries radiating peace and contemplation. It’s here that the monks thrive to reach the inner balance through discipline and dedication sourced from the ancient skill of martial arts. The appealing theme is coupled with the game features rolling around the reels of constantly changing number and size. These reels, being one of the key slot features, may change in number from three to six, each holding three to six symbols. The chaotic setup of the reels, however, may form some chaotic winning combinations, therefore players may employ some Shaolin skills and concentrate to strike the winning combination.
Shaolin Panda Symbol Ruling Slot Features:
The appealing Panda symbols are landed to reward one to three modifiers. These symbols are randomly triggered to increase the win potential, but can also be purchased to support the betting efforts. But the Shaolin Panda symbol, representing an adorable panda engaged in the ancient martial art, is the main feature triggering a range of winning opportunities, such as the Panda Punch, Panda Wild, and Panda Multiplier. Each of these brings symbols and wilds on the reels to increase the win opportunities, while the Panda Multiplier feature starts with 5x mutiplier to increase by 5 each subsequent turn to a maximum of 40x the player’s bet to increase the player’s chances to to win.
Three Levels of Free Spins Action:
When 3 FS scatter symbols are triggered, the player will be awarded 10 free spins to enter the Free Spins round. During the round, Shaolin Panda collects dumpling symbols to reach the count of 10 and get to another level with additional free spins and the additional multiplier charge. These levels may reward the player’s discipline and concentration that brought them this far with up to 10 free spins across the three free spins levels. Those that would rather immediately join the kung-fu action may purchase the Free Spins Feature at a cost of 200x the bet. The Shaolin Panda Chaos Reels game is a highly volatile slot, with the RTP of 95.71%.
The Octoplay‘s new release, offering an appealing theme and capable features for a great gaming experience, is now available for bets ranging from 10c to $/€100 per spin.
