Microgaming News 2007

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03.01. 2007

MICROGAMING PROGRESSIVE - KING CASHALOT DELIVERS NEW YEAR’S EVE JACKPOT

Player sees in 2007 with $1,745,475 win

ISLE OF MAN - Microgaming, the world’s leading supplier of casino and poker software, announces its Progressive Jackpot Network has created another millionaire, after one lucky player scooped the jackpot on New Year’s Eve.

Playing through Captain Cooks Casino (captaincookscasino.com), the player won US$ 1,745,475.28 on the King Cashalot Progressive.

The player becomes the tenth millionaire created by the progressive network and ensures that Microgaming starts the New Year as it ended the last, on a high. In December the company announced that it had delivered on a promise to maintain the most aggressive roll out schedule in the industry, launching over 60 games in 2006.

The Microgaming Progressive Jackpot Network has paid out over a record $220m since launch and looks set to create yet another millionaire soon – its newly launched Mega Moolah progressive is currently sitting at $1.1m.

Roger Raatgever, CEO Microgaming says, “We are delighted that the Microgaming Progressive Jackpot Network has kicked the New Year off in style for one lucky player and in the process created our tenth millionaire. Over the last twelve months we have delivered on a promise to maintain the most aggressive games roll out schedule on the web - averaging over four new games per month, but to cap this with a million dollar payout through King Cashalot on New Year’s Eve is really fantastic. The Microgaming Mega Moolah progressive is also sitting at over a million dollars, so this winner won’t be the only one starting the New Year in the millionaire club.”

About Microgaming
Since Microgaming developed the first true online casino software over a decade ago, it has led the industry in providing innovative, reliable gaming solutions. Thanks to an unrivalled R&D programme, that averages four new releases a month and an unmatched ‘partnership’ approach to working with operators, Microgaming can be found powering many of the world’s most profitable online casino sites. The Microgaming Progressive Jackpot Network is the world’s largest progressive and has paid out a record $220m plus in the last three years.

Microgaming software also powers the world’s leading poker network. With over 40 card rooms and one of the most aggressive tournament schedules on the web, the Microgaming Poker Network ensures players will always find an active table, as well as the hottest action.

As a founding member of eCOGRA, Microgaming is at the forefront of an initiative focused on setting the highest standards in the gaming industry, most notably in the areas of fair gaming, responsible operator conduct and player protection.

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18.01. 2007

EUROLINX POKER SWITCHES TO MICROGAMING POKER NETWORK

ISLE OF MAN - Eurolinx announces it has left Tain Poker to join the Microgaming Poker Network - effective immediately. The switch will cause little or no disruption to players.

The company cites increased market consolidation and a desire to provide players with what it believes to be the best available software on the market as the rationale behind the move. Prior to making the decision, the site took the unusual step of consulting its players, a move that, in part, led them to choose Microgaming's proven and stable platform.

Microgaming's ability to provide a variety of tables for all levels, as well as complete independence - ensuring operators retain 100% ownership of their players, were also highlighted as key factors behind the decision.

As a member of the Microgaming Poker Network, Eurolinx will now be able to offer players one of the most aggressive tournament schedules on the web with access to thousands of other poker players, day and night. They will also benefit from regular satellites to some of the world's best offline tournaments.

Jo Remme, CEO Eurolinx, "It is with great anticipation that we make the move to what we are convinced will be the leading poker network. We are extremely pleased with the integration process and being able to go live within the tight time constraints. Now that we are live, we are already seeing confirmation that the entire Microgaming organisation is living up to its impeccable reputation."

Roger Raatgever, CEO, Microgaming says, "We are delighted that Eurolinx has opted to join the Microgaming Poker Network; a network that continues to go from strength to strength. We are also particularly pleased to hear that player feedback played a part in this decision, since it is both the operators and the players that ultimately benefit. We look forward to working with Eurolinx throughout the year ahead and providing thousands of their players with some of the best poker action on the web."

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18.01. 2007

SPIN3 SPINSUPPORT™ GIVES MOBILE GAMBLERS A RAPID RESPONSE, ANYWHERE, ANYTIME

LONDON - Spin3 (www.spin3.com), the leading wireless casino system provider powered by Microgaming, the world’s largest online gaming software provider, today announced the offering of a new and advanced service option for its clients – SpinSupport™ - optional 24/7 multi-lingual service center, with dedicated chat, email , phone and SMS support. This service will utilize a unique feature – the Call Back button, unique to Spin3 mobile casinos, which allows players to receive an immediate call back from a service representative within minutes. Spin3 clients who decide to take this service option will receive industry-leading customer support services, proven to provide enhanced customer satisfaction and improved business performance.

SpinSupport will be offered in collaboration with BrightMark, a full-service contact center solutions company, housed in an $11 million facility. Erez Figlash, CEO BrightMark commented, “With an in-depth understanding of the unique challenges facing gaming businesses, BrightMark offers a unique blend of marketing- and customer-oriented solutions. Mobile gambling packages, whilst rigorously tested, still need a strong customer service element and Spin3’s SpinSupport through BrightMark, will assure mobile gambling operators of rapid service response via our experienced and dedicated call-center team.”

SpinSupport services through BrightMark include:
- 24/7 Dedicated Customer Support
- International Toll-Free Number Setup
- Integrated Multimedia Contact Management
- Telephone; Email; Web-based chat; SMS
- Native English speakers (UK, South Africa and the US), as well as German, Spanish, French, Russian and more
- Integrated Cross-Media Player Contact History & Archive
- Full Quality Control Monitoring
- Voice & Screen Recording Capabilities
- Outbound, Up-Sell and Survey Campaign Creation & Management

“This year we’ll see a different kind of growth experienced by the mobile gambling industry, as we seek to build greater confidence by offering service level benchmarks,” said Matti Zinder, CEO, Spin3. “Spin3’s collaboration with BrightMark for SpinSupport delivers the most comprehensive and timely support to ease the adoption of mobile gambling solutions around the world.”

Visitors at ICEi at Earl’s Court in London can experience Spin3's mobile casino games and SpinSupport at the Spin3 booth (# 5715), from 23–25 January 2007.


About Spin3 (www.spin3.com)
Spin3 has partnered with Microgaming, the leading developer of online gaming solutions, to provide a complete mobile gaming platform including innovative and dynamic wireless play-for-fun and real casino systems: GameWire™ - real-money mobile casino system, SpinFone™ - networked play-for-prize mobile gaming system and SpinLite™- play-for-fun casino style games.

Spin3 also offers Ki-Bi™ cards – unique electronic, credit-card sized devices that provide an innovative and easy way to deliver mobile gaming content directly to players.

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23.01. 2007

SPIN3 LAUNCHES GAMEWIRE MULTILINK™ - INDUSTRY-FIRST OPEN INTEGRATION PLATFORM

Spin3’s GameWire MultiLink to enable 3rd party integration of its award-winning mobile game suite

LONDON - Today at ICEi 2007 in London, Spin3 (www.spin3.com),the leading wireless casino system provider powered by Microgaming, the world’s largest online gaming software provider, launched GameWire MultiLink™ – an integration package for its award-winning wireless casino system, GameWire. GameWire MultiLink will allow any enterprise in the eGambling arena to quickly and seamlessly link its existing operation into the GameWire platform and launch a mobile casino offering.

eGambling operators will benefit from GameWire MultiLink’s snap-on integration to their existing operations, allowing them to provide their customers with Spin3’s suite of award-winning mobile casino games, while not disclosing or transferring sensitive information such as player data and payment transactions. eGambling operators not previously associated with the Microgaming network, can now use the GameWire mobile casino system to extend the reach of their services and increase revenues.

“The explosion in the mobile gambling market and the consequent growth in demand for Spin3’s wireless casino system necessitated the strategic development of GameWire MultiLink,” said Matti Zinder, CEO, Spin3. “GameWire MultiLink gives operators the ability to add our advanced mobile gambling suite to their offerings without the need to disclose, expose or link to their clients’ sensitive and confidential information. The huge potential of the mobile gambling market can now be accessed by any eGaming operator through GameWire MultiLink, which is part of Spin3’s commitment to providing a complete, effective and legally compliant wireless gaming system to our clients.”

GameWire MultiLink and Spin3’s mobile casino games are on demonstration at ICEi (booth no. 5715), Earl’s Court in London from 23–25 January 2007.

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27.01. 2007

32 THE LUCKY NUMBER AS PLAYER SCOOPS RECORD ONLINE JACKPOT WIN

Gibraltar - UK Online Casino 32Red (www.32Red.com) today celebrated one of the biggest ever jackpot wins at an online casino, after it’s King Cashalot slot machine was hit for over £1m ($1.9m)!

The female 32Red VIP player sat down in front of her PC at her Australasian home late on Tuesday evening to play at her favourite online casino. Unbelievably it was the 32nd time she has visited 32Red since joining and within a few minutes, she was an instant millionaire as the five King Cashalot symbols slotted into place – bagging £1,000,641 ($1,987,698) for a bet of only £2.25!

She said of her win… ‘I still can't believe it. I don't think it has sunk in. I'm numb! I remember almost in slow motion how the kings dropped into place and the jackpot window appeared. I'm still finding it difficult to believe that such good fortune could happen to me. Thank you 32Red!’

CEO and founder of 32Red, Ed Ware was overjoyed by the news of the jackpot win, which will go down as one of the biggest in history…

‘Everyone at 32Red is delighted at the good fortune bestowed upon one of our players. For this to be one of the biggest ever wins online is just amazing. Add to that it is the 32nd time she has played at 32Red, you have to say that 32 really is a lucky number for her!’

Ware continued that the win came at the perfect time…

‘Not only is this the biggest ever online jackpot win at 32Red, more importantly it means that our customer can now celebrate Australia Day this Friday in style!’

King Cashalot is just one of over twenty progressive jackpots available at 32Red, all of which are part of the Microgaming Progressive Jackpot Network - the largest online progressive jackpot offering on the internet.

Roger Raatgever, CEO of Microgaming said of the win…

‘This latest King Cashalot payout is the highest sum ever won on the Microgaming Progressive Jackpot Network and delivers our eleventh millionaire in less than four years. Our progressive has paid out over $225m in winnings during this period and with the Mega Moolah progressive now sitting at over a million dollars, it won’t be long before there is another player joining the millionaire club.’

The news of this record-breaking jackpot win comes only days after 32Red was named ‘Casino of the Year’ for the fourth year in succession, by online casino industry watchdog and player advocate Casinomeister.



About 32Red
32Red (www.32Red.com) is an award-winning online casino and poker operator licensed, regulated and based in Gibraltar. For the past 4 years 32Red has been awarded ‘Best Casino’ by Watchdog and Player Advocate site Casinomeister.

32Red attracts players from around the world but has a predominantly UK player base, with 83% of customers at 32Red Casino (www.32Red.com) and 32Red Poker (www.32RedPoker.com registered as coming from the UK & Ireland.

In Sept ‘05 the Company 32Red Plc (www.32RedPlc.com) listed on the London Stock Exchange’s Alternative Investment Market.

In July ’06 32Red became the official club sponsors of Aston Villa FC, in a seven figure deal that sees 32Red.com don the club shirts for the 2006/07 and 2007/08 seasons.

For more information about 32Red, please contact:
Charlie McCann, 32Red Plc
+44 (0) 7803 295 931
charlie.mccann@betdirect.net

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05.02. 2007

MAJOR INITIATIVE TO ADDRESS RESPONSIBLE ONLINE GAMBLING PROCEDURES PROPOSED

LONDON - A new global initiative and international code of conduct to address responsible online gambling procedures is under discussion by the industry following a top-level roundtable discussion held at a recent London trade show. The roundtable, convened by market leading software developer Microgaming, discussed the need to review what is currently being done by the industry and how a single common code might be created and implemented globally. The resulting draft code of practice is likely to cover individual operating sites as well as software providers.

A working party led by GamCare – the UK’s leading authority on problem gambling and eCOGRA (eCommerce and Online Gambling Regulation and Assurance), a self regulatory player protection body, will meet today to formally launch consultations on the initiative, which it is hoped will be completed by the autumn. The organisations hope to merge their current codes to provide a framework to be tabled at an international summit later in the year.

As well as leading figures from the online gambling industry, the wide ranging roundtable discussion was attended by the Portman Group, invited to outline how the major players in the drinks industry had combined to address problem drinking within the UK.

Roger Raatgever, CEO, Microgaming, comments, "Contrary to some reporting on this industry, much is already being done to address issues surrounding responsible online gambling. However, we recognise that the current situation of having a number of codes of practice covering a diverse range of areas is not ideal for the industry or the players. The formation of one clearly defined international code demonstrating best practice with a unified voice will strengthen communication to both the players and the industry as a whole."

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07.02. 2007

JACKPOT FACTORY CUTS THE RIBBON ON ITS NEW INTERACTIVE CASINO LOBBY
All Slots Casino Becomes the First Jackpot Factory Casino to Feature the Innovative Look

KAHNAWAKE, QC - The Jackpot Factory (jackpotfactory.com), a leading online casino group known for first-rate customer support and a wealth of games, revealed that All Slots Casino (allslots.com) has launched a brand new, futuristic Viper casino lobby. Powered by Microgaming, the world's largest online gaming software provider, the Jackpot Factory is again at the forefront of another advancement in the online casino industry.

The new interactive Viper casino lobby was developed by Microgaming with the aid of substantial research and countless player interviews. The new lobby transforms the traditional lobby into a wonderful visual display of games, making the online gaming experience even more enjoyable.

"Currently available at All Slots Casino, the new Viper lobby sets the benchmark for online casino fun," said David Brickman, Spokesperson for the Jackpot Factory. "Next generation casinos are here at the Jackpot Factory and that gives us a real competitive edge.

"Microgaming continues to lead the way with innovative ideas and that is exactly why we are partners with them. This solidifies us as one of the world's leading online casino groups."

Players at other Jackpot Factory casinos -- All Jackpots Casino, First Web Casino, Wild Jack Casino, and The VIP Lounge Casino -- can expect to see this new innovation implemented in the future. As for now, new players are welcomed to All Slots Casino, where they can immediately qualify for a lucrative sign up bonus.

"All Slots is packed with nearly 300 top quality online casino games, and now players can explore all of the exciting games with ease," added Brickman.

About the Jackpot Factory Group
With over $4 billion in payouts since its launch, the Jackpot Factory Group is a leading online casino group. Using Microgaming technology, the Jackpot Factory Group offers the largest and latest selection of games and as a member of eCOGRA, the group prides itself on customer support, fast payouts, and honest play. Members include: All Slots Casino, All Jackpots Casino, First Web Casino, Wild Jack Gaming, and The VIP Lounge Casino.

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26.02.2007

MICROGAMING POKER NETWORK CELEBRATES FOURTH BIRTHDAY

ISLE OF MAN - The Microgaming Poker Network celebrates its fourth anniversary in March, with two groundbreaking prize promotions based on the power of four.

Starting on 1 March, $400,000 of Magic Hand Free-rolls will reward participants in each 40,000th hand. Players must be playing a real money ring game and participants of the qualifying hand will be entered automatically into a free-roll $100,000 tournament.

In a second four celebration, Microgaming will increase the guarantee for the headline monthly MTT from $250,000 to $400,000 and will move the tournament to March 18th.

The Microgaming Poker Network has been one of the major online gaming success stories. Launched in March 2003 it had 18 poker rooms within 6 months dealing 130,000 hands per day. Now, four years later, it is home to over 40 of poker’s biggest brands, delivering 2 million hands per day and guaranteeing $4.5m every month.

As well as developing a global reputation for delivering some of the world’s hottest online poker action, the network offers satellites to the world’s biggest land based tournaments. Its multi-language capabilities also allow players from all corners of the globe to interact, proving to be a particular hit with players from both Scandinavian and European markets.

Roger Raatgever the CEO of Microgaming comments: "Reaching our fourth anniversary is another landmark moment in our development and we are very proud that in just a few short years we have built the market leading poker network. This success has come from our ability to provide a variety of tables for all levels, as well as complete independence – ensuring operators retain 100% ownership of their players. Combine that with one of the most aggressive tournament schedules on the web and we have a winner. We look forward to celebrating many more exciting landmarks in the future."

Notes to editors
*The conditions of the magic hand promotion are as follows:
1) The hand count will start 00:01 March 1st. We will count each 40,000th hand from that point.
2) The magic hand will only be selected from a real money ring game, in which players dealt cards will be recorded on an invitation list to the weekly free-roll.
3) To be eligible, a player must complete 200 raked hands by the start of the tournament at which time they may register for the free-roll. 4) The first tournament will run on March 11th with a cut off date of March 8th.
5) The second tournament will run on March 18th with a cut off date of March 15th
6) The third tournament will run on March 25th with a cut off date of March 22nd.
7) The fourth tournament will run on April 2nd with a cut off date of March 31st.

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05.03.2007

MICROGAMING LAUNCHES REVOLUTIONARY MULTI-PLAYER VIPER SOFTWARE

Beta goes live on Royal Vegas Casino

ISLE OF MAN - Microgaming announces its new Multi-Player Viper (MPV) software will go live on Royal Vegas Casino (part of the Fortune Lounge Group) from today. Multi-player is forecast to be one of the most dynamic growth and game development areas over the next few years.



In an important new development, the Microgaming software – currently in Beta, requires no separate download; players simply register an alias for regular Viper player accounts that can be used for MPV play. Viper software is used across many of Microgaming’s most popular games and has been one of the most versatile, popular and intuitive gaming software packages in the history of the industry.

The adopted player alias will be unique across the Microgaming Poker and Casino Networks for ease of use and quick access to play. If a player has a poker alias already they are able to use this as their MPV alias.

The first phase of Microgaming’s new MPV product will contain slot tournaments, the popularity of which has increased greatly over the years due to their fast pace and excitement. Slot tournaments offer the fun associated with normal slot games, but with MPV, of course, the added attraction lies in players competing against each other for the winner’s prize. Played on MPV, the game is a fast draw frenzy that really gets the adrenalin running providing lots of excitement within concentrated, short periods of time over a single round.

This first release on Royal Vegas has two slots; Thunderstruck and Tomb Raider. Tomb Raider’s enduring popularity has made it a hit across all gaming platforms and the franchise will now go from strength to strength as it entertains thousands via multi-play.

John Hughes, Director of Marketing, Royal Vegas says, "We are delighted with the way MPV has performed during early testing and are confident that it will give Royal Vegas players a new dimension in gaming that they will want to be a part of. We want this to be the start of new gaming communities and think that it can achieve this while attracting new players to our site."

Roger Raatgever, CEO, Microgaming, adds, "We are constantly striving to stay ahead with new software development and are delighted that Royal Vegas is our debut partner. We are at the beginning of MPV but it is very much a case of watch this space. Once rolled out across all our operators we will aim for the largest slot tournament community and largest tournament jackpot. But that’s just the beginning; we have other games in the pipeline - meanwhile enjoy the ride."

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07.03.2007

GUTSHOT SWITCHES TO MICROGAMING POKER NETWORK

ISLE OF MAN - Gutshot is proud to announce it has joined the rapidly expanding Microgaming Poker Network.

Since its inception in 2001, Gutshot has become one of the most talked about poker portals on the web. Founded by poker players, for poker players, Gutshot’s daily updated magazine format is world renowned as being among the finest news and information sites in poker. Outside the UK, Gutshot has emerged as a thriving global brand with strong success in Scandinavian and European markets, ensuring significant growth in years to come.

As a member of the Microgaming Poker Network, Gutshot is now able to offer its players what it considers the most attractive tournament schedule and cash action on the web, with access to thousands of poker players, day and night.

Mathew Norris, Head of Online Gaming for Gutshot said, "We always want to provide our players with the best available and by joining what we believe to be the most vibrant Poker network, we know we are doing just that. We look forward to a new stage in our growth and a great partnership with Microgaming."

Roger Raatgever, CEO, Microgaming says, "Gutshot is a major poker brand that will further enhance the rapid growth recently achieved on the Microgaming Poker Network. We look forward to working with Gutshot throughout the year ahead and providing the thousands of Gutshot members with some of the best poker action on the web."