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Experience the Thrill of Live Roulette
Gamblers have been enthralled by the intriguing and thrilling game of live roulette for centuries. Live roulette provides a realistic and immersive gambling experience by combining the fun of a real casino with the convenience of online gaming. This article will examine the history of live roulette, go over its fundamental principles, and showcase some of the most well-liked game types.
Introduction to Live Roulette
Live roulette lets you enjoy a casino experience in the convenience of your own home. It links players to live dealers and actual roulette tables using live video streaming technologies. Players may observe the action from various angles and receive a close-up view of the wheel and ball thanks to the usage of multiple cameras.
You must pick a reliable online casino that provides live dealer games if you want to play live roulette. You can access the live roulette section after creating an account and making a deposit. The live video feed, a virtual betting table, and many interactive features that improve the gaming experience are frequently included in the game interface.
General Rules of Live Roulette
Live roulette has simple rules that are easy to understand. The ball is released in the opposite direction after the dealer spins the wheel in one way. The ball eventually rests in one of the wheel’s numbered pockets as it begins to lose momentum. Players’ objective is to correctly predict the result by betting on the matching numbers or other available wagering alternatives.
The available bets in live roulette can be broadly categorized into two groups: inside bets and outside bets. Chips are placed inside the main grid of the betting table on specific numbers or groupings of numbers, known as inside bets. Although the odds of winning are smaller, these wagers feature greater payouts. On the other hand, outside bets cover a wider area of the table and have higher winning odds but lesser rewards.
Popular Live Roulette Game Variations
Live roulette offers several exciting variations that cater to different player preferences. Here are a few popular game variations you might encounter:
- European Roulette: This is the most common variation of live roulette, featuring a single zero pocket and a house edge of approximately 2.7%.
- American Roulette: In American roulette, an additional double zero pocket is added to the wheel, increasing the house edge to around 5.26%. It is less favorable for players due to the higher house edge.
- French Roulette: Similar to European roulette, French roulette also features a single zero pocket. However, it includes additional rules like La Partage and En Prison, which provide certain advantages to players when the ball lands on zero.
- Speed Roulette: This fast-paced variant of live roulette aims to maximize the number of spins per hour, allowing players to place bets more frequently.
- Immersive Roulette: Immersive roulette offers a highly immersive gaming experience with multiple camera angles, slow-motion replays, and captivating visual effects.
Conclusion
With its spectacular live roulette game, players may enjoy both the ease of online gambling and the adrenaline of a real-world casino. Live roulette has a long history, simple rules, and several game versions that continue to draw in gamblers from all over the world. Try your luck at a live roulette table and savor the enduring charm of this traditional casino game whether you’re an experienced gambler or new to the world of online gambling.
British Columbia Lottery Corporation
SCCG Management Signs Contract with British Columbia Lottery Corporation
SCCG Management has signed a contract with the British Columbia Lottery Corporation (BCLC), the B.C. Crown corporation which conducts and manages commercial gambling in the province, including lotteries, casinos, and online gaming. This partnership aims to undertake a comprehensive assessment and strategic enhancement of BCLC’s diverse operations.
The work between SCCG and BCLC will involve a thorough review of technological infrastructures, strategic market positioning, and the integration of various gaming modalities. SCCG’s extensive expertise will be pivotal in harmonizing BCLC’s online and physical gaming experiences.
Stephen Crystal, Founder and CEO of SCCG Management, said: “Our collaboration with BCLC represents a remarkable opportunity to push the boundaries of innovation within the gaming industry. We are committed to deploying our resources and expertise to enhance BCLC’s operational efficiencies and customer engagement strategies. It’s an honor to partner with an organization that has a robust impact on the community through its support of public initiatives.”
AGCO
AGCO Requires Ontario Gaming Operators to Stop Offering WBA Bets Due to Integrity Concerns
The Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario (AGCO) has mandated all Ontario-registered sportsbook operators to halt offering and accepting wagers on World Boxing Association (WBA) events immediately. This measure is being taken to protect the Ontario betting public following concerns that WBA-sanctioned boxing matches are not adequately being safeguarded against match-fixing and insider betting.
Since December 2023, the AGCO has been conducting a comprehensive review of suspicious wagering activity on a WBA-sanctioned title fight between Yoenis Tellez and Livan Navarro that was held in Orlando, Florida. Suspicious betting patterns on the bout lasting over 5.5 rounds were reported to the AGCO by two registered independent integrity monitors and detected in Ontario by a registered igaming operator. Media reports also alleged that Tellez’s Manager placed $110,000 on the match lasting longer than 5.5 rounds at a Florida casino. The bout ended with Tellez knocking out Navarro in the 10th round.
Following an intensive review that included outreach to the WBA, Ontario-registered gaming operators, independent integrity monitors, and regulators in other jurisdictions, the AGCO has concluded that bets related to WBA events do not currently meet the Registrar’s Standards for Internet Gaming.
The AGCO requires all Ontario-registered gaming operators to ensure the sport betting products they offer are on events that are effectively supervised by a sport governing body. At a minimum, the sport governing body must have and enforce codes of conduct that prohibit betting by insiders.
Registered gaming operators were unable to demonstrate to the AGCO that the WBA prohibits betting from insiders, which could include an athlete’s coaches, managers, handlers, athletic trainers, medical professionals, or others with access to non-public information. Further, registered gaming operators were unable to demonstrate that the WBA took any action to investigate or enforce the allegations of potential match-fixing and insider wagering.
The AGCO has indicated to registered operators that in order for WBA betting products to be reinstated in Ontario, operators must demonstrate that the WBA effectively supervises its events, thus bringing them into compliance with the Registrar’s Standards. In December 2022, the AGCO required gaming operators to stop offering bets on UFC events for similar issues related to insider betting safeguards. Within a month, UFC amended its policies and implemented new protocols that allowed the AGCO to reinstate betting on UFC events in the province.
“Ontarians who wish to bet on sporting events need to be confident that those events are fairly run, and that clear integrity safeguards are in place and enforced by an effective sport governing body. Knowing the popularity of boxing in Ontario, we look forward to reinstating betting on WBA events once appropriate safeguards against possible match-fixing and insider betting have been confirmed,” Dr. Karin Schnarr, Registrar and CEO of AGCO, said.
Andrew Cochrane Chief Business Officer of GiG
GiG increases Ontario market presence, powering the launch of Casino Time
Gaming Innovation Group Inc. (GiG), has announced the launch of Casino Time, powered by its award winning iGaming platform and pioneering real-time rules engine LogicX, with revolutionary sportsbook, SportX soon to follow, to further extend its footprint in the regulated Canadian province of Ontario.
The launch of Casino Time carries extra significance, marking only the second time that on-demand, regulated online Bingo has been made available in Ontario. The new Bingo product vertical, launched alongside a strong Casino offering, will be boosted by GiG’s new sportsbook, SportX, as part of a planned release later this year.
GiG has focused its solutions on driving exponential growth in revenue for operators with its highly scalable iGaming platform, offering localised third party content and leading suppliers for the Ontarian market. GiGs peerless gamification layer creates an optimised and immersive casino experience tailored to regional preferences, swelling client retention and player engagement.
Canadian owned and operated, Casino Time is a joint venture amongst leading retail operators in Ontario’s Charitable Gaming sector, delivering Bingo, Slots and Live Dealer Casino Games. Promising a personalised service and community experience, Casino Time is continuing its long-standing partnership with local charities, introducing its joint fundraising model into the iGaming space for the first time.
Now coming towards the end of its second year of licensed operations, Ontario has emerged as one of the largest iGaming markets in North America, second only to New Jersey according to data supplied by Vixio. The first and as yet only Canadian province to launch a regulated market, Ontario boasts more than 1.6 million active player accounts spread over 40 plus operators, generating €1.3 billion in Gross Gaming Revenue (GGR) in its first year of trading, with this data supplied by iGaming Ontario.
Andrew Cochrane, Chief Business Officer of GiG, said: “GiG continues to set the pace with a strong cadence of brand launches in 2024, and I’m pleased that when operators are seeking platform solutions in regulated markets, GiG is leading the pack. Our partnership with Casino Time, will help deliver something new and exciting to the Ontarian market, and further helps to demonstrate the flexibility of our solutions, adapting to match the regional aspirations of our partners to deliver growth.”
D’Arcy Stuart, CEO of Casino Time, said: “We are thrilled to partner with GiG as the core technology provider of our iGaming platform. Their powerful suite of player engagement tools, as well as diverse content and regulatory integrations, underpin our ability to serve and delight our player community. Our hybrid online and offline customer network, as well as unique bingo offerings, will drive exciting opportunities as the platform and the marketplace continues to grow.”
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