VMTV launches gaming channel - 2nd July 2008
Virgin Media Television has launched a fully interactive gaming channel in collaboration with Two Way Media.
Channel Jackpot is now available on digital TV, via interactive television, and online. It will sit in the entertainment section of the Virgin TV EPG at channel 154, immediately alongside Challenge and Challenge+1.
After midnight, Virgin1 and Bravo 2 will also carry daily simulcasts of Challenge Jackpot, meaning it will be available to Freeview and Sky homes. It is also available at www.challengejackpot.com
Two Way Media will produce all of Challenge Jackpot's live output and all of the transactional elements will be run by Two Way Gaming, a subsidiary of Two Way Media.
The channel will carry at least eight hours of live studio games every day. At launch, the flagship slot will be Roulette Nation, but this will be joined later by other casino-style games.
Outside the live broadcast hours, viewers will be able to play along with a range of automated games that will include Get Set Roulette, Face Up Hold 'Em and Hot Shot Keno.
VMTV managing director Jonathan Webb said: "Challenge Jackpot is the first step in reinventing Challenge for the twenty-first century. We want this new channel to continue the values of fun and excitement that have long been synonymous with Challenge – but also to take the relationship with our viewers to the next level of interactivity."
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Name change for Australian Casino Association
The members of the Australian Casino Association have voted to change the name of the association to Australasian Casino Association, to better reflect its 18 casino members.
The Association has been in existence since 1992, when a group of casino operators in Australia decided that it was more effective to approach government as a united industry then as separate entities.
Executive director Chris Downy said that today all 13 Australian casinos and five of New Zealand's casinos are members of the association. "The name change reflects the membership base of the association and was a logical step to take."
The Association has also moved its main office to Sydney but still maintains its former office in Canberra, Australia's national capital.
Each year Australia and New Zealand casinos attract over 56 million visitors, who spend over $AU3.6bn at Australian casino properties alone.
The casino industry's substantial economic contribution provides over $AU1bn in Australian and $AU94.7m in New Zealand government taxes and contributes $AU54.9m combined to the Australian and New Zealand communities through sponsorship and support.
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The members of the Australian Casino Association have voted to change the name of the association to Australasian Casino Association, to better reflect its 18 casino members.
The Association has been in existence since 1992, when a group of casino operators in Australia decided that it was more effective to approach government as a united industry then as separate entities.
Executive director Chris Downy said that today all 13 Australian casinos and five of New Zealand's casinos are members of the association. "The name change reflects the membership base of the association and was a logical step to take."
The Association has also moved its main office to Sydney but still maintains its former office in Canberra, Australia's national capital.
Each year Australia and New Zealand casinos attract over 56 million visitors, who spend over $AU3.6bn at Australian casino properties alone.
The casino industry's substantial economic contribution provides over $AU1bn in Australian and $AU94.7m in New Zealand government taxes and contributes $AU54.9m combined to the Australian and New Zealand communities through sponsorship and support.
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Thursday, July 03, 2008
Virgin backs gaming channel - 1st July 2008
Virgin television is set to back interactive gaming channel Challenge Jackpot.
Today´s launch is being pushed into the spotlight with a £3 million campaign created by London advertising firm Publicis.
The multi-media venture includes an interactive service on Virgin Media, a casino website and a live TV broadcast, which brings together Virgin Television and Two Way Gaming.
Challenge Jackpot´s television offering will run eight hours of live gaming shows a day and its flagship show will be Roulette Nation.
Publicis, which created the TV, print and online ad campaign is the fastest growing advertising agency in the world.
Neil Simpson, chief executive of Publicis, said: "Online gaming in the UK is evolving rapidly away from functional betting into a rounded entertainment experience."
According to gambling.co.uk, Richard Branson won the multi-million pound on-line gambling website Bodog.com in a hand of poker.
Calvin Ayre, founder of the company, was forced to step down as CEO after losing a no-limit texas hold ´em poker game to the ginger entrepreneur.
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Virgin television is set to back interactive gaming channel Challenge Jackpot.
Today´s launch is being pushed into the spotlight with a £3 million campaign created by London advertising firm Publicis.
The multi-media venture includes an interactive service on Virgin Media, a casino website and a live TV broadcast, which brings together Virgin Television and Two Way Gaming.
Challenge Jackpot´s television offering will run eight hours of live gaming shows a day and its flagship show will be Roulette Nation.
Publicis, which created the TV, print and online ad campaign is the fastest growing advertising agency in the world.
Neil Simpson, chief executive of Publicis, said: "Online gaming in the UK is evolving rapidly away from functional betting into a rounded entertainment experience."
According to gambling.co.uk, Richard Branson won the multi-million pound on-line gambling website Bodog.com in a hand of poker.
Calvin Ayre, founder of the company, was forced to step down as CEO after losing a no-limit texas hold ´em poker game to the ginger entrepreneur.
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Home alone makes it easier to gamble the lot, by Peter Newell - The Sydney Morning Herald - 30th June 2008
I like to think I know a thing or two about gambling.
After all, I've been associated with the industry for almost 40 years, the past decade as president of my local club. I have also spent countless Saturday afternoons at the track with a form guide full of tips and a pocket full of losing tickets.
However, because of my role for the past three years chairman of ClubsNSW, people have been reluctant to see my warnings about online gambling as anything more than scaremongering about a competitor to the club industry.
Perhaps last week's revelation by the Herald that people are being randomly called and offered $60 of free betting credit if they go to a sports betting website might start to change things.
The marketing practices of these companies do not stop with random phone calls. Sportsbet offers up to $100 when you join. Centrebet, whose gambling revenue increased 49 per cent last year, offers a $100 refund on your first bet. We have all heard it said before: the first one is free. Some of these online companies will even call you if your account has been inactive for a time and tell you they have placed $50 credit in it, but only for the next 24 hours.
The typical profile of an internet gambler varies according to the type of betting (for instance, casino or sports) but internet gamblers have a one-in-five chance of being a "severe problem gambler", according to recent report from the school of psychology at the University of Sydney (Monaghan 2007).
That's right, 20 per cent of all online gamblers are severe problem gamblers. To place it in perspective, "land-based" severe problem gambling is 0.8 per cent.
The US Government has responded to the problems of internet gambling by making it illegal. To ensure the law is upheld, federal laws restrict US banks and credit card companies from processing transactions to and from internet gambling sites.
The Australian Government permits us to bet with online casinos if they are based overseas. However, no restrictions apply to online sports betting companies such as Tabcorp, whose internet revenue grew 23 per cent last year, topping $1 billion for the first time.
The appeal of internet gambling is obvious. It is confidential, available 24 hours a day, accessible from anywhere and accepts credit cards. This appeal applies equally to both responsible and irresponsible gamblers.
People such as the senator-elect Nick Xenophon demonise poker machines and those who play them. The consequence of such unfounded claims is to drive gamblers away from the supportive environment of the clubs and into the unregulated world of the internet.
Consider for a moment what I mean by support for gamblers. In a club you bet only with cash. Online gambling companies accept credit cards, allowing you to bet until your card is at its limit. When you place this first credit-card bet, online betting companies give you 90 days to provide photo identification, creating enormous potential for fraud.
Every club offers a problem gambling service as well as dedicated staff to speak with those who request help. When you gamble online you deal with a computer. Clubs allow you to identify yourself as someone who is better off not gambling. Should you later attempt to gamble, the club can use reasonable force to prevent you from entering the venue.
The Family First senator Stephen Fielding is pushing a bill that if successful would ban poker machines from clubs, while leaving them at casinos and race tracks. Not only does his bill fail to recognise that problem gambling rates have fallen by up to 50 per cent in recent years, largely thanks to the work of the club industry and state governments, he also fails to acknowledge the real threat of online gambling. How ironic that a politician would campaign to ban gambling inside clubs when it is so clearly the safest way to gamble.
Peter Newell is chairman of Clubs NSW.
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I like to think I know a thing or two about gambling.
After all, I've been associated with the industry for almost 40 years, the past decade as president of my local club. I have also spent countless Saturday afternoons at the track with a form guide full of tips and a pocket full of losing tickets.
However, because of my role for the past three years chairman of ClubsNSW, people have been reluctant to see my warnings about online gambling as anything more than scaremongering about a competitor to the club industry.
Perhaps last week's revelation by the Herald that people are being randomly called and offered $60 of free betting credit if they go to a sports betting website might start to change things.
The marketing practices of these companies do not stop with random phone calls. Sportsbet offers up to $100 when you join. Centrebet, whose gambling revenue increased 49 per cent last year, offers a $100 refund on your first bet. We have all heard it said before: the first one is free. Some of these online companies will even call you if your account has been inactive for a time and tell you they have placed $50 credit in it, but only for the next 24 hours.
The typical profile of an internet gambler varies according to the type of betting (for instance, casino or sports) but internet gamblers have a one-in-five chance of being a "severe problem gambler", according to recent report from the school of psychology at the University of Sydney (Monaghan 2007).
That's right, 20 per cent of all online gamblers are severe problem gamblers. To place it in perspective, "land-based" severe problem gambling is 0.8 per cent.
The US Government has responded to the problems of internet gambling by making it illegal. To ensure the law is upheld, federal laws restrict US banks and credit card companies from processing transactions to and from internet gambling sites.
The Australian Government permits us to bet with online casinos if they are based overseas. However, no restrictions apply to online sports betting companies such as Tabcorp, whose internet revenue grew 23 per cent last year, topping $1 billion for the first time.
The appeal of internet gambling is obvious. It is confidential, available 24 hours a day, accessible from anywhere and accepts credit cards. This appeal applies equally to both responsible and irresponsible gamblers.
People such as the senator-elect Nick Xenophon demonise poker machines and those who play them. The consequence of such unfounded claims is to drive gamblers away from the supportive environment of the clubs and into the unregulated world of the internet.
Consider for a moment what I mean by support for gamblers. In a club you bet only with cash. Online gambling companies accept credit cards, allowing you to bet until your card is at its limit. When you place this first credit-card bet, online betting companies give you 90 days to provide photo identification, creating enormous potential for fraud.
Every club offers a problem gambling service as well as dedicated staff to speak with those who request help. When you gamble online you deal with a computer. Clubs allow you to identify yourself as someone who is better off not gambling. Should you later attempt to gamble, the club can use reasonable force to prevent you from entering the venue.
The Family First senator Stephen Fielding is pushing a bill that if successful would ban poker machines from clubs, while leaving them at casinos and race tracks. Not only does his bill fail to recognise that problem gambling rates have fallen by up to 50 per cent in recent years, largely thanks to the work of the club industry and state governments, he also fails to acknowledge the real threat of online gambling. How ironic that a politician would campaign to ban gambling inside clubs when it is so clearly the safest way to gamble.
Peter Newell is chairman of Clubs NSW.
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Ban Mike Tyson from Australia, say crime victims, by Peta Hellard and Ben Packham - Herald Sun
* Mike Tyson to play poker in Australia
* The former boxing champ has rape conviction
* Victims of crime say 'ban him'
A storm has erupted over plans by ex-heavyweight boxing champ Mike Tyson, a convicted rapist, to come to Melbourne to play poker.
Crime victims have called for the ex-con, who once bit a boxing opponent's ear off in the ring, to be banned from entering Australia.
Tyson, 42 - who's playing poker with spin king Shane Warne in Las Vegas this week - says he plans to head to Melbourne in January for the $10 million Aussie Millions Poker Championships.
He said he'd finalised a deal with Crown casino that would see him compete in the rich tournament.
"I love Australia, but I've never been before," he told the Herald Sun. "I really want to come and see the country."
But Crime Victims Support Association president Noel McNamara said a visa should be refused.
"He has bitten off ears. He has done all sorts of things," he said.
"If we sent someone over there with a record like that he wouldn't get into the United States."
A spokesman for Immigration Minister Chris Evans said it was premature to speculate on whether Tyson would get a visa: "The minister won't speculate on a person's visa application."
Tyson would usually have to pass a character test to gain entry.
This could be difficult, considering he served three years' jail for the rape of an 18-year-old beauty pageant contestant.
But he could appeal directly to the minister.
US rapper Snoop Dogg was barred from Australia last year by then immigration minister Kevin Andrews after the "gangsta" rapper failed to reveal a conviction for drugs and gun offences for which he got five years' probation.
Tyson served three years of a six-year jail sentence for the rape of Miss Black Rhode Island, Desiree Washington, in 1991. He also served 3 1/2 months of a 12-month jail sentence in 1998 after bashing a motorist in Maryland.
And he served another day in jail and was put on three years' probation last November for cocaine possession and driving under the influence.
Undisputed heavyweight champion for over two years before losing to underdog Buster Douglas in 1990, Tyson is also infamous for biting off part of opponent Evander Holyfield's ear in 1997.
Mr McNamara said: "To bring a bloke like that out here . . . who is a rapist and not of good character - it is absolutely outrageous."
He said it was insulting that Tyson might profit from the poker trip: "I am disgusted."
This week, Tyson is joining Warne and 9000 of the world's best poker players in a World Series of Poker tournament.
Warne will be joined by boxer Jeff Fenech, who coached Tyson in the latter stages of his career, in an Australian team.
Tyson did not know of Warne - whom he met for the first time last night through Fenech - but said he knew of cricket.
"I know what cricket is-- you throw a ball and then you hit it with a paddle," he said.
"I've seen it on TV before."
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* Mike Tyson to play poker in Australia
* The former boxing champ has rape conviction
* Victims of crime say 'ban him'
A storm has erupted over plans by ex-heavyweight boxing champ Mike Tyson, a convicted rapist, to come to Melbourne to play poker.
Crime victims have called for the ex-con, who once bit a boxing opponent's ear off in the ring, to be banned from entering Australia.
Tyson, 42 - who's playing poker with spin king Shane Warne in Las Vegas this week - says he plans to head to Melbourne in January for the $10 million Aussie Millions Poker Championships.
He said he'd finalised a deal with Crown casino that would see him compete in the rich tournament.
"I love Australia, but I've never been before," he told the Herald Sun. "I really want to come and see the country."
But Crime Victims Support Association president Noel McNamara said a visa should be refused.
"He has bitten off ears. He has done all sorts of things," he said.
"If we sent someone over there with a record like that he wouldn't get into the United States."
A spokesman for Immigration Minister Chris Evans said it was premature to speculate on whether Tyson would get a visa: "The minister won't speculate on a person's visa application."
Tyson would usually have to pass a character test to gain entry.
This could be difficult, considering he served three years' jail for the rape of an 18-year-old beauty pageant contestant.
But he could appeal directly to the minister.
US rapper Snoop Dogg was barred from Australia last year by then immigration minister Kevin Andrews after the "gangsta" rapper failed to reveal a conviction for drugs and gun offences for which he got five years' probation.
Tyson served three years of a six-year jail sentence for the rape of Miss Black Rhode Island, Desiree Washington, in 1991. He also served 3 1/2 months of a 12-month jail sentence in 1998 after bashing a motorist in Maryland.
And he served another day in jail and was put on three years' probation last November for cocaine possession and driving under the influence.
Undisputed heavyweight champion for over two years before losing to underdog Buster Douglas in 1990, Tyson is also infamous for biting off part of opponent Evander Holyfield's ear in 1997.
Mr McNamara said: "To bring a bloke like that out here . . . who is a rapist and not of good character - it is absolutely outrageous."
He said it was insulting that Tyson might profit from the poker trip: "I am disgusted."
This week, Tyson is joining Warne and 9000 of the world's best poker players in a World Series of Poker tournament.
Warne will be joined by boxer Jeff Fenech, who coached Tyson in the latter stages of his career, in an Australian team.
Tyson did not know of Warne - whom he met for the first time last night through Fenech - but said he knew of cricket.
"I know what cricket is-- you throw a ball and then you hit it with a paddle," he said.
"I've seen it on TV before."
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Andy Transplant Foundation World Series of Poker and VIP Party Great Success
VIP Party and World Series Championship Yields 10K Winner
Raleigh, NC- The Andy Transplant Foundation sponsored Satellite World Series of Poker (WSOP) Championship occurred over the weekend. A live feed of the beginning of the final round appeared on the website of NBC17 and more footage will be released on The Susan Thompson Show. Actor and model Andrea Ciliberti, Miss Italia, Miss Missouri USA Title 2005 and who appeared on Beauty and the Geek, dealt the final round and the excitement rose to a crescendo as the field narrowed. The last five standing were Stewart Wildman, Talton Earp, Kyu Kang, Craig Hill and grand-prize winner, Frank Douglas. As the last hands for Hill and Douglas were dealt, observers crowded the table to watch and cheer. Douglas' winning entitles him to a $10,000 stake at the WSOP at Harrah's in Las Vegas as well as travel. The top 10 winners all received prizes.
"The whole weekend was a lot of fun," exclaimed Douglas minutes after winning the whole thing. "I can't believe that out of the whole field, I was the winner." When asked what he attributed his success to, Douglas said, "I play the people as much as I play the cards."
The VIP party followed. Celebrities Andrea Ciliberti and Chad Tulik of MTV's A Shot at Love 2 mixed with guests during the party. Unique items included a house, a car, jewelry and other donations. Some were sold by a live auctioneer at the event; others are part of the silent auction continuing on-line available through the Andy Transplant Foundation website, www.andytransplantfoundation.org. Proceeds from the weekend will go to the Andy Transplant Foundation, and donations on the part of the foundation will be made to North Carolina organ research institutions.
The Andy Transplant Foundation was established by Susan Thompson after her brother passed away waiting for an organ in 2005. Susan worked with a handful of volunteers and set up a contest between two local talent agencies members who competed and were televised on "The Susan Thompson Show."
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Established in 2004, The Andy Transplant Foundation’s (ATF) main objective is to save lives through charitable fund-raising that supports transplant research and increases awareness of the need for individual organ transplant donations. The foundation is headquartered in Cary, North Carolina with operations throughout North America. www.andytransplantfoundation.org.
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Raleigh, NC- The Andy Transplant Foundation sponsored Satellite World Series of Poker (WSOP) Championship occurred over the weekend. A live feed of the beginning of the final round appeared on the website of NBC17 and more footage will be released on The Susan Thompson Show. Actor and model Andrea Ciliberti, Miss Italia, Miss Missouri USA Title 2005 and who appeared on Beauty and the Geek, dealt the final round and the excitement rose to a crescendo as the field narrowed. The last five standing were Stewart Wildman, Talton Earp, Kyu Kang, Craig Hill and grand-prize winner, Frank Douglas. As the last hands for Hill and Douglas were dealt, observers crowded the table to watch and cheer. Douglas' winning entitles him to a $10,000 stake at the WSOP at Harrah's in Las Vegas as well as travel. The top 10 winners all received prizes.
"The whole weekend was a lot of fun," exclaimed Douglas minutes after winning the whole thing. "I can't believe that out of the whole field, I was the winner." When asked what he attributed his success to, Douglas said, "I play the people as much as I play the cards."
The VIP party followed. Celebrities Andrea Ciliberti and Chad Tulik of MTV's A Shot at Love 2 mixed with guests during the party. Unique items included a house, a car, jewelry and other donations. Some were sold by a live auctioneer at the event; others are part of the silent auction continuing on-line available through the Andy Transplant Foundation website, www.andytransplantfoundation.org. Proceeds from the weekend will go to the Andy Transplant Foundation, and donations on the part of the foundation will be made to North Carolina organ research institutions.
The Andy Transplant Foundation was established by Susan Thompson after her brother passed away waiting for an organ in 2005. Susan worked with a handful of volunteers and set up a contest between two local talent agencies members who competed and were televised on "The Susan Thompson Show."
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About Andy' Transplant Foundation:
Established in 2004, The Andy Transplant Foundation’s (ATF) main objective is to save lives through charitable fund-raising that supports transplant research and increases awareness of the need for individual organ transplant donations. The foundation is headquartered in Cary, North Carolina with operations throughout North America. www.andytransplantfoundation.org.
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Virgin Games - Virgin Casino - Virgin Poker - Media Man Australia - Record Breaking Month
May provided another huge month for Virgin Games and Media Man Australia
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Virgin Games scoops "Best Gaming Affiliate Program 2008" Award.
We are proud to announce that Virgin Games Affiliates has been voted "Best Casino and Gaming Affiliate Programme 2008" at the affiliate marketing industry’s A4UAwards 2008 - the most prestigious affiliate awards ceremony in the UK.
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We are delighted to announce yet another record setting month with Virgin Games as our preferred gaming, online casino and online poker partner.
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Virgin Games scoops "Best Gaming Affiliate Program 2008" Award.
We are proud to announce that Virgin Games Affiliates has been voted "Best Casino and Gaming Affiliate Programme 2008" at the affiliate marketing industry’s A4UAwards 2008 - the most prestigious affiliate awards ceremony in the UK.
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We are delighted to announce yet another record setting month with Virgin Games as our preferred gaming, online casino and online poker partner.
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Virgin Casino: Mine for money with the launch of Da Vinci Diamonds on Virgin Casino - 26th June 2008
London -- Virgin Casino (www.virgincasino.com) today announced the introduction of Da Vinci Diamonds to its site - an exotic 5 reel, 20-payline slot game, offering opulent cash prizes of up to GBP125,000 with a 100-credit maximum bet.
Da Vinci Diamondsinvites players to explore the wonders of The Renaissance as they play the Tumbling Reels, feature, enabling them to win over and over again on a single play. With a re-triggering Free Spins Bonus', where players can win up to 300 free spins, Da Vinci Diamonds offers players the chance to enjoy the wealth and splendour of a Medici.
By triggering the Free Spins Bonus', players receive six free spins and all 20 lines are active. Free Spins can be re-triggered over and over again, giving players up to a maximum 300 free spins in a single go!
The reels are richer in the Free Spins Bonus' too and there are more ways to win. In addition to paying on lines, several of the symbols also pay as scatter pays. For these scatter pay symbols, players only need to get three or more of the same symbol anywhere on the reels to win.
To win the GBP125,000 top prize, simply match up five Da Vinci Diamonds' symbols on any played payline, with maximum bet.
As with all Virgin Casino games, players can also earn V*Points - Virgin Games' loyalty points - every time they play. Offering players the chance to redeem their points for further Virgin rewards, including Virgin Atlantic Flying Club Miles or cold, hard cash, V*Points can be transferred across Virgin Games portfolio of products, including Virgin Poker and Virgin Bingo.
Premium releases including Cleopatra II and Vegas, Baby! have already been added to Virgin Casino's portfolio of games in 2008. Further big IGT names will be added to Virgin Games in the coming months, ensuring a constant stream of new and exciting games to keep players' adrenalin going.
Virgin Casino launched under the Virgin Games brand in June 2004. The site was refreshed in June 2006, providing players with a greater choice of games and additional means of earning bonus points and rewards.
Da Vinci Diamondsis available to play now on www.virgincasino.com.
*Da Vinci Diamonds is a trademark or registered trademark of IGT in the U.S. and/or other countries, and is used with permission. Copyright 2008 WagerWorks - an IGT Company. All rights reserved
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Virgin Games (http://www.virgingames.com), a subsidiary of Virgin.com Ltd, launched in June 2004 and has quickly established itself as one of the leading gaming websites in the UK. Virgin Games comprises four distinct offerings:
Virgin Casino, part of the Wagerworks network, brings consumers classic casino offerings like blackjack and roulette, as well as great feature slots like Monopoly, Cluedo and The Wheel of Fortune Virgin Poker, part of the Boss Media network, offers a huge array of games and content for beginners through to experienced pros - as well as the most generous loyalty scheme in the industry
Virgin Bingo, part of the St Minver network, offers cash prizes worth thousands of pounds in the progressive jackpots, as well as featuring regular celebrity guests in the Virgin chatroom.
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London -- Virgin Casino (www.virgincasino.com) today announced the introduction of Da Vinci Diamonds to its site - an exotic 5 reel, 20-payline slot game, offering opulent cash prizes of up to GBP125,000 with a 100-credit maximum bet.
Da Vinci Diamondsinvites players to explore the wonders of The Renaissance as they play the Tumbling Reels, feature, enabling them to win over and over again on a single play. With a re-triggering Free Spins Bonus', where players can win up to 300 free spins, Da Vinci Diamonds offers players the chance to enjoy the wealth and splendour of a Medici.
By triggering the Free Spins Bonus', players receive six free spins and all 20 lines are active. Free Spins can be re-triggered over and over again, giving players up to a maximum 300 free spins in a single go!
The reels are richer in the Free Spins Bonus' too and there are more ways to win. In addition to paying on lines, several of the symbols also pay as scatter pays. For these scatter pay symbols, players only need to get three or more of the same symbol anywhere on the reels to win.
To win the GBP125,000 top prize, simply match up five Da Vinci Diamonds' symbols on any played payline, with maximum bet.
As with all Virgin Casino games, players can also earn V*Points - Virgin Games' loyalty points - every time they play. Offering players the chance to redeem their points for further Virgin rewards, including Virgin Atlantic Flying Club Miles or cold, hard cash, V*Points can be transferred across Virgin Games portfolio of products, including Virgin Poker and Virgin Bingo.
Premium releases including Cleopatra II and Vegas, Baby! have already been added to Virgin Casino's portfolio of games in 2008. Further big IGT names will be added to Virgin Games in the coming months, ensuring a constant stream of new and exciting games to keep players' adrenalin going.
Virgin Casino launched under the Virgin Games brand in June 2004. The site was refreshed in June 2006, providing players with a greater choice of games and additional means of earning bonus points and rewards.
Da Vinci Diamondsis available to play now on www.virgincasino.com.
*Da Vinci Diamonds is a trademark or registered trademark of IGT in the U.S. and/or other countries, and is used with permission. Copyright 2008 WagerWorks - an IGT Company. All rights reserved
About Virgin Games
Virgin Games (http://www.virgingames.com), a subsidiary of Virgin.com Ltd, launched in June 2004 and has quickly established itself as one of the leading gaming websites in the UK. Virgin Games comprises four distinct offerings:
Virgin Casino, part of the Wagerworks network, brings consumers classic casino offerings like blackjack and roulette, as well as great feature slots like Monopoly, Cluedo and The Wheel of Fortune Virgin Poker, part of the Boss Media network, offers a huge array of games and content for beginners through to experienced pros - as well as the most generous loyalty scheme in the industry
Virgin Bingo, part of the St Minver network, offers cash prizes worth thousands of pounds in the progressive jackpots, as well as featuring regular celebrity guests in the Virgin chatroom.
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