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Ladbrokes Prepares to Move to iPoker Network
10/03/14 08:48 Filed in: Poker | Poker News
Ladbrokes, one of the industry's most popular online gaming and sportsbooking platform, has announced plans to move from its current home at MPN/Microgaming to the iPoker network. The gaming site's decision comes as the result of a deepening business relationship with the latter company and will be carried out gradually.
The move to iPoker does not yet have a concrete date, but Ladbrokes has stressed that players should not experience any jarring changes during the process. The first step in the transition demonstrates the truth of these claims, Ladbrokes adding a Vegas tab (leading to several of the newly offered Playtech games) to their platforms while otherwise leaving the core experience intact. Ladbrokes will continue shifting their services from Microgaming to iPoker as their contractual obligations to the former network begin to expire. The transition to iPoker-based online poker has been revealed as the next step in the ongoing process.
Mor Weizer, Playtech's CEO, told press that he is excited for a future that sees "Ladbrokes' brand strength [and] core technology" combined with "Playtech's proven track record in growing digital revenues." Investors seem to agree, a fact evidenced by Ladbrokes' share prices increasing some 6.5% (the company's highest share value since 2008) following the move's announcement. Once Ladbrokes finishes its transition to iPoker it will exist as part of the same network as prominent sites like Titan Poker, bet365, Paddy Power Poker and William Hill.
The move to iPoker does not yet have a concrete date, but Ladbrokes has stressed that players should not experience any jarring changes during the process. The first step in the transition demonstrates the truth of these claims, Ladbrokes adding a Vegas tab (leading to several of the newly offered Playtech games) to their platforms while otherwise leaving the core experience intact. Ladbrokes will continue shifting their services from Microgaming to iPoker as their contractual obligations to the former network begin to expire. The transition to iPoker-based online poker has been revealed as the next step in the ongoing process.
Mor Weizer, Playtech's CEO, told press that he is excited for a future that sees "Ladbrokes' brand strength [and] core technology" combined with "Playtech's proven track record in growing digital revenues." Investors seem to agree, a fact evidenced by Ladbrokes' share prices increasing some 6.5% (the company's highest share value since 2008) following the move's announcement. Once Ladbrokes finishes its transition to iPoker it will exist as part of the same network as prominent sites like Titan Poker, bet365, Paddy Power Poker and William Hill.
Ladbrokes Bulks Up Game Line-Up Through Renewed Deal
Ladbrokes, operator of leading poker and casino gaming sites, has announced the conclusion of a deal that will see the addition of several new games to its service. As part of its deal Ladbrokes players are now going to be able to enjoy play that features some of the most beloved brands in the industry.
The deal in question saw Ladbrokes and its previous software provider, Microgaming renew their contract earlier this summer. This move has also given the former company access to titles from developers, Ash Gaming and Blueprint Gaming as part of its supply agreement. Members of the Ladbrokes network will now be able to play branded games that include Ash Gaming’s “Alice’s Wonderland”, “Midas Millions”, “Amazon” and “Pharaoh’s Treasure” along with Blueprint Gaming’s “Casper”, “Bejeweled 2”, “Zuma”, “Chuzzle” and “Viz.” These titles come from two of the best regarded developers working in the industry and should add some extra, quality fun to an already impressive selection of games.
It’s always exciting to see new titles added to gaming sites and fans of Ladbrokes are sure to be pleased with the newly expanded line-up. Ladbrokes’ Chief Executive Officer, Richard Glynn, told press that he believes the new additions “will complement our current and growing games portfolio” while Blueprint Gaming’s Matt Cole said that his company was “delighted to supply Ladbrokes.com with leading slot-based content.”
The deal in question saw Ladbrokes and its previous software provider, Microgaming renew their contract earlier this summer. This move has also given the former company access to titles from developers, Ash Gaming and Blueprint Gaming as part of its supply agreement. Members of the Ladbrokes network will now be able to play branded games that include Ash Gaming’s “Alice’s Wonderland”, “Midas Millions”, “Amazon” and “Pharaoh’s Treasure” along with Blueprint Gaming’s “Casper”, “Bejeweled 2”, “Zuma”, “Chuzzle” and “Viz.” These titles come from two of the best regarded developers working in the industry and should add some extra, quality fun to an already impressive selection of games.
It’s always exciting to see new titles added to gaming sites and fans of Ladbrokes are sure to be pleased with the newly expanded line-up. Ladbrokes’ Chief Executive Officer, Richard Glynn, told press that he believes the new additions “will complement our current and growing games portfolio” while Blueprint Gaming’s Matt Cole said that his company was “delighted to supply Ladbrokes.com with leading slot-based content.”
Ladbrokes Pares Down Accessibility by Removing Language Support
02/12/10 16:23 Filed in: Ladbrokes
Ladbrokes has been known for its robust language support in the past but now, with the popular gaming network’s recent decision to remove part of its feature set, this is looking to change. The company has recently announced that it will pare down its currency and linguistic support options in the near future, cutting down on aspects of its international business in order to hone its focus on select markets.
The online gaming giant is set to remove many of its current sub-sites, moving to only 13 region-specific sites, the support of 17 currencies and a step down to only nine languages. English, Danish, Swedish, Greek, Chinese, Spanish, Polish, Thai and German will remain but players that prefer to play in Czech, Finnish, Croatian, Bulgarian, Norwegian, Hungarian, Portuguese, Russian, Slovenian, Slovakian and Romanian will no longer enjoy Ladbrokes support. The gambling network considers the removed currencies and languages to be unessential for future success and, although this is bad news for affected markets, remaining support areas can look to enjoy bigger and better promotions in the near future.
Ladbrokes players from different markets are sure to be upset by the company’s decision to remove its previously substantial list of regional offerings. The reduction is due to Ladbrokes’ revamp of their operating plan (based on a recent review of viable online gaming regions) and is meant to strengthen support for remaining markets while minimizing corporate spending.
The online gaming giant is set to remove many of its current sub-sites, moving to only 13 region-specific sites, the support of 17 currencies and a step down to only nine languages. English, Danish, Swedish, Greek, Chinese, Spanish, Polish, Thai and German will remain but players that prefer to play in Czech, Finnish, Croatian, Bulgarian, Norwegian, Hungarian, Portuguese, Russian, Slovenian, Slovakian and Romanian will no longer enjoy Ladbrokes support. The gambling network considers the removed currencies and languages to be unessential for future success and, although this is bad news for affected markets, remaining support areas can look to enjoy bigger and better promotions in the near future.
Ladbrokes players from different markets are sure to be upset by the company’s decision to remove its previously substantial list of regional offerings. The reduction is due to Ladbrokes’ revamp of their operating plan (based on a recent review of viable online gaming regions) and is meant to strengthen support for remaining markets while minimizing corporate spending.
Ladbrokes Poker Adds Privacy Options for Anonymous Gaming
Internet privacy is an important issue that continues to gain interest as more and more web-users become aware of the dangers associated with sharing their information online. Ladbrokes Poker seeks to increase security and encourage innovative play-styles across its gaming network by giving site members new ways to protect themselves at the tables.
Ladbrokes Poker has announced a new software upgrade that will allow players to compete in matches anonymously, hiding their avatars and aliases if they choose to. The technology behind the upgrade is still patent-pending but, once launched, will become the online poker community’s first anonymity option. As part of the system’s implementation, Ladbrokes will be adding a selection of “anonymous tables” wherein all players will be able to compete without seeing any of their opponent’s notes, tags or other personal information. Playing as an anonymous member will give competitors the ability to try out new tactics and strategies without tarnishing their reputations or providing their opponents with information about their style. Even aside from its security benefits, Ladbrokes Poker’s update should help to keep play dramatic and unpredictable for serious and novice members alike.
The innovative software is a great step forward that should help to keep security-cautious online poker players feeling safe as they enjoy the game. Beyond its benefits to site members, Ladbrokes Poker new feature is also a precedent-setting tool that could become a regular component of all major online poker platforms if it is well received.
Ladbrokes Poker has announced a new software upgrade that will allow players to compete in matches anonymously, hiding their avatars and aliases if they choose to. The technology behind the upgrade is still patent-pending but, once launched, will become the online poker community’s first anonymity option. As part of the system’s implementation, Ladbrokes will be adding a selection of “anonymous tables” wherein all players will be able to compete without seeing any of their opponent’s notes, tags or other personal information. Playing as an anonymous member will give competitors the ability to try out new tactics and strategies without tarnishing their reputations or providing their opponents with information about their style. Even aside from its security benefits, Ladbrokes Poker’s update should help to keep play dramatic and unpredictable for serious and novice members alike.
The innovative software is a great step forward that should help to keep security-cautious online poker players feeling safe as they enjoy the game. Beyond its benefits to site members, Ladbrokes Poker new feature is also a precedent-setting tool that could become a regular component of all major online poker platforms if it is well received.
Ladbrokes Promotes Monthly Bounty Tournaments with Steve Davis
04/09/10 15:57 Filed in: Ladbrokes
Successful online gambling network, Ladbrokes, has unveiled details of an exciting new promotion that aims to put its members into competition against one of the snooker world’s most accomplished players, Steve Davis. The London native will take on poker players at cash tables under the handle, “5K2”, offering a great bounty target and the chance to win even further rewards as he appears at various Ladbrokes cash tables.
Steve Davis, a six-time World Champion snooker player, will take part in an ongoing series of bounty tournaments that allow site members to take their chances in competition against the renowned athlete. Beginning on Wednesday, 18th August at 7.30, Davis will take on competitors in bounty competitions (where knocking out the snooker pro rewards the winner with £200). After Davis is eliminated from games, he will join Sit and Go tournaments or other cash tables. Players that join these games also have the chance to win a £13 Cruise Steps Tournament ticket (from 50 available tickets) that makes them eligible for a £4,000 Ladbrokes.com Poker Cruise prize package.
Players that encounter Davis in competitions will be able to chat with the star about snooker, poker and more while fighting for the Poker Cruise prize. Ladbrokes’ innovative new bounty event is set to kick off on 18th August and will feature an initial buy-in of £5.50 with half-price rebuys.
Steve Davis, a six-time World Champion snooker player, will take part in an ongoing series of bounty tournaments that allow site members to take their chances in competition against the renowned athlete. Beginning on Wednesday, 18th August at 7.30, Davis will take on competitors in bounty competitions (where knocking out the snooker pro rewards the winner with £200). After Davis is eliminated from games, he will join Sit and Go tournaments or other cash tables. Players that join these games also have the chance to win a £13 Cruise Steps Tournament ticket (from 50 available tickets) that makes them eligible for a £4,000 Ladbrokes.com Poker Cruise prize package.
Players that encounter Davis in competitions will be able to chat with the star about snooker, poker and more while fighting for the Poker Cruise prize. Ladbrokes’ innovative new bounty event is set to kick off on 18th August and will feature an initial buy-in of £5.50 with half-price rebuys.
Ladbrokes Casino Provides Special Offer
Ladbrokes Casino Provides Special Offer
In celebration of the launch of a brand new television advertisement the immensely popular UK gaming site, Ladbrokes Casino, has decided to share a bit of the excitement with potential members through a special introductory promotion.The offer entails an entirely free £25 bonus to help brand new users to get a taste of the action at the virtual casino. There is no required deposit and the complementary money is automatically entered into new accounts as soon as the sign-up process is completed. Coupled with a fresh television advertisement promoting the site, Ladbrokes Casino seems to be aiming to pull in new visitors to take a spin on the network’s wide range of excellent games and services. The promotion also acts as a great way to provide incentive for existing members of Ladbrokes Poker or Bingo to sign up at the casino and branch out their gaming time at the sister site.
Ladbrokes Casino launched the special offer last Friday, April 17th and hasn’t announced plans for the end of its promotion as of yet, a sign that may mean the generous bonus will stick around for some time to come. With more and more online gaming options popping up as competition all the time, Ladbrokes may have hit on a great way to distinguish themselves from the rest of the pack with the special £25 offer.
Ladbrokes Bingo Give Away a Stash of Cash
“Ladbrokes Bingo Give Away a ‘Stash of Cash’”
Last weekend saw Ladbrokes Bingo hosting yet another great promotion with the aptly named ‘Stash of Cash’ promotion. The giveaway prompted a large traffic volume and plenty of player excitement as members of the site scrambled to find a hidden fortune.Users of the Ladbrokes Bingo site were able to compete for the money through both Saturday and Sunday night, trying to be the lucky winners of the £6,000 total up for grabs at Ladbrokes Bingo.
The lounge bingo room held two games on each evening of the weekend, holding winning opportunities from 8-9pm and 9-10pm. Players who were fortunate enough to be playing in the right room during the awarding of the ‘Stash of Cash’ were able to win a share of the money. The cash was allocated to those bingo rooms that were able to call a win in the least amount of time possible where it was then doled out in shared amounts set at either £1,000 or £5,000.
Ladbrokes Bingo was able to pack the site on both Saturday and Sunday night, awarding the full prize amount and creating quite a few happy players in the process.
The ‘Stash of Cash’ weekend promo proved a great hit for the online bingo hall and should only be the tip of the rewards iceberg as the site gears up for July and a new month of over-the-top prize events.
Ladbrokes Bingo Celebrates Father’s Day
Ladbrokes Bingo Celebrates Father’s Day
With Father’s Day fast approaching later this June, Ladbrokes Bingo has announced plans to help members of the popular bingo site to celebrate the Dad in their life through a special hour of gameplay. With £5,000 set to be awarded to players for only one hour the upcoming Sunday looks like it will be a Father’s Day to remember for many Ladbrokes Bingo players.2009 Father’s Day is on Sunday, June 21st and Ladbrokes is hoping to bring in a big crowd as the day winds down. From 9pm to 10pm, members of the site can play in a special room with entry stakes set at a cost as low as 5p. The bingo network has guaranteed a pot of £5,000 for the event, promising bingo fans the chance to win large cash prizes with almost no risk required to join in. Jackpots will be set at an impressive £500 level meaning that there are a large number of prizes up for grabs from the £5K overall pot.
Aside from the already substantial Father’s Day promotion, Ladbrokes Bingo will also be bringing back the free games that proved such a hit with members throughout the month of May. The first three weekends of June will host free entry into Saturday and Sunday night games with players competing for the chance to win jackpot prizes at the £200 mark.
Ladbrokes Bingo Start Off another Cash Climber Jackpot
Ladbrokes Bingo Start Off another Cash Climber Jackpot
The ever popular Cash Climber jackpot has made a return to Ladbrokes Bingo to the delight of members of the bingo site. Users will now be able to compete in specially designated bingo games for the chance to win a fantastic prize, guaranteed to reward at least £50,000 in cash.Ladbrokes Bingo has launched the progressive jackpot with the initial £50K and plans to contribute regular amounts in the time leading up to its award. Members of the site can try for the jackpot through special games, hoping to win a full house in a certain number of calls. Ladbrokes Bingo will regularly increase the jackpot with an additional £1,000 while bumping the number of calls at the same time.
For example, users competing for the initial £50K will have to complete a full house within 33 calls while the next turn will see £5,100 awarded to the first user to achieve a full house within 34 calls. This increase to the jackpot and calls will continue occurring until a lucky winner takes the prize home.
The Cash Climber started on Monday, March 23rd with a large sum contributed by the site right off the bat. Now the competition will begin to heat up as site members flock to the Cash Climber games in attempts to win the massive jackpot as it continues to grow in size.
Ladbrokes Bingo Lines Up May Promotions
Ladbrokes Bingo Lines Up May Promotions
After an exciting month of gaming for Ladbrokes Bingo players in March, the noted website is set to offer up another series of fantastic promotions this April. Through the month’s marking of Easter, St. George’s Day and Ladbrokes birthday itself, the bingo network is beginning to provide some great incentives for regular play throughout all of the coming weeks leading to May.May celebrations kicked off with the site’s third birthday anniversary on Sunday April 5th wherein players were able to compete for a wide variety of prizes in celebration of a few great years at Ladbrokes. Although it’s over now there are still upcoming visits from ‘the bingo fairy’ to look forward to. Between April 10th and 13th players at the 90 and 75 ball rooms will have a chance to randomly win a cash prize from the £30,000 pool being distributed by ‘the fairy’.
St. George’s Day will also be enjoyed in grand form with Ladbrokes launching a free weekend of play between April 23rd and 27th. To round off the rest of the month’s promotions, players can also hope to stumble across one of Ladbrokes’ ‘Easter egg’ prizes, a free cash reward to be used in play on the website. These are just a few selections from the wide selection of promotions for fans to take advantage of throughout April so be sure to log on at Ladbrokes Bingo today and check out the other incentives for yourself.
Ladbrokes Feels the February Love
Ladbrokes Bingo has emerged as the latest bingo site to unveil a Valentine’s Day themed take on monthly promotions. February at Ladbrokes Bingo promises to host a load of fantastic gaming and prize options for enthusiastic players and should ensure that regular fans feel a bit of love from their site of choice.
The first, and decidedly most impressive, promotion offered for February Ladbrokes Bingo players is the launch of daily free games throughout the entire month of February. These games will be offered at random intervals between 7pm and 10pm and allow any member to snatch up some no-cost tickets to take into the game. The last day of the promotion (the 28th) will run the free games for the last eligible hour (9-10pm). Ladbrokes has also set up a special, £2,500 bingo game on Valentine’s Day itself, available through a private room. Users can vie for entry to this event by playing at least £35 in any of Ladbrokes’ 90-Ball rooms before February 10th. The £2,500 game itself requires no additional payment to enter.
While almost all of the biggest bingo sites are planning some Valentine’s themed event or another, Ladbrokes Bingo may be hosting the most impressive options thus far. Regular bingo players orLadbrokes Bingo members should log on today to take a look at the variety of February promotions open for play.
The first, and decidedly most impressive, promotion offered for February Ladbrokes Bingo players is the launch of daily free games throughout the entire month of February. These games will be offered at random intervals between 7pm and 10pm and allow any member to snatch up some no-cost tickets to take into the game. The last day of the promotion (the 28th) will run the free games for the last eligible hour (9-10pm). Ladbrokes has also set up a special, £2,500 bingo game on Valentine’s Day itself, available through a private room. Users can vie for entry to this event by playing at least £35 in any of Ladbrokes’ 90-Ball rooms before February 10th. The £2,500 game itself requires no additional payment to enter.
While almost all of the biggest bingo sites are planning some Valentine’s themed event or another, Ladbrokes Bingo may be hosting the most impressive options thus far. Regular bingo players orLadbrokes Bingo members should log on today to take a look at the variety of February promotions open for play.
Ladbrokes Reveal Plans to Give Their Bingo Site an Overhaul
26/07/08 07:49 Filed in: Bingo News
Ladbrokes Bingo is one of the largest and most successful online bingo sites in the industry and to prove that they’re not taking it for granted a veritable face-lift has been announced for the service. The updates are promised to be much more than a new coat of paint as well with press releases hinting at the inclusion of extra features and exciting new additions to the existing fare.
Although the current site looks and plays well as it is Ladbrokes have reported new content, improved bonuses and a graphical overhaul to come very soon. The aim of the overhaul is to create a fresh look and even better functionality. Updates are meant to make content easier to find and access along with hosting a new colour scheme that should give long-time users a nice change of pace. Among the changes, Ladbrokes have revealed that users will be able to bypass the lobby to get straight into games and sort upcoming events by different criteria including jackpot size, style of play and more.
Keep checking back for further news regarding the Ladbrokes Bingo re-launch or try out the existing service for a taste of what the client has to offer at their foundation. Changes are set to be fully instated by mid-August at which time it will go live for user access.
Although the current site looks and plays well as it is Ladbrokes have reported new content, improved bonuses and a graphical overhaul to come very soon. The aim of the overhaul is to create a fresh look and even better functionality. Updates are meant to make content easier to find and access along with hosting a new colour scheme that should give long-time users a nice change of pace. Among the changes, Ladbrokes have revealed that users will be able to bypass the lobby to get straight into games and sort upcoming events by different criteria including jackpot size, style of play and more.
Keep checking back for further news regarding the Ladbrokes Bingo re-launch or try out the existing service for a taste of what the client has to offer at their foundation. Changes are set to be fully instated by mid-August at which time it will go live for user access.
Jon Kalmar Brought Onto the Ladbrokes Team
30/04/08 17:02 Filed in: Ladbrokes Poker | Poker News
Ladbrokes Poker has been making news this week with their acquisition of UK poker star, Jon Kalmar. The teams newest pro was signed after gaining notoriety as the only British player to get to the final table during the 2007 WSOP Main Event where he eventually took home $1.25 million (placing fifth in the tournament) after considering quitting from a streak of bad luck that plagued him for most of the series.
Kalmar, known as ‘Skalie’ from his online handle is enthusiastic about his inclusion in the Ladbrokes line-up. Ladbrokes Poker manager, Edward Ihre maintains that the signing was only a formal gesture for Skalie who was already a regular player at Ladbrokes online. Nevertheless the adding of a new pro like Kalmar to their roster can only mean more good publicity for the team.
Only time will tell how Jon Kalmar fares as a member of Ladbrokes Poker but the team’s 110 players July party at the Voodoo Lounge, Las Vegas should give Skalie a chance to show off his chops. The spotlight will be on the rookie member as he hopes to use his multi-table skills and headline Ladbrokes Poker’s new promotions and tutorials in the future.
Kalmar, known as ‘Skalie’ from his online handle is enthusiastic about his inclusion in the Ladbrokes line-up. Ladbrokes Poker manager, Edward Ihre maintains that the signing was only a formal gesture for Skalie who was already a regular player at Ladbrokes online. Nevertheless the adding of a new pro like Kalmar to their roster can only mean more good publicity for the team.
Only time will tell how Jon Kalmar fares as a member of Ladbrokes Poker but the team’s 110 players July party at the Voodoo Lounge, Las Vegas should give Skalie a chance to show off his chops. The spotlight will be on the rookie member as he hopes to use his multi-table skills and headline Ladbrokes Poker’s new promotions and tutorials in the future.
Ladbrokes Casino Review
20/04/08 12:45 Filed in: Casino News | Ladbrokes
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