Leading Irish bookmaker Paddy Power has today extended its online casino offering to customers by launching TV-quality live Blackjack, Baccarat and Roulette in partnership with Evolution Gaming, the pioneer of Live Dealer gaming across Europe.
The deal will enable Paddy Power punters to engage and interact with croupiers at fully branded tables all streamed 24/7 from Evolution's TV studios in Latvia. The business is the latest major operator to link-up with Evolution Gaming thanks to a growing realisation in the market that live dealer is set to dictate the future of online casinos.
Paddy Power said "With Paddy Power Live Casino you are actually playing against real dealers in the real world and can now enjoy an absolutely authentic casino experience from the comfort of your own front room"
The rise of live dealer gaming in the last three years has enabled players of online casinos to experience something beyond traditional RNG based gaming - a realistic and interactive casino experience.
Fredrik Osterberg, Sales and Marketing Director of Evolution commented, "Our dedicated TV studios allow us to offer customers a polished and professional Live offering, which is as close as the internet can offer to the genuine casino experience.
We understand what the player wants - real-cards, interaction with other players, their own croupier and a familiar environment where the customer is comfortable and ready to indulge in the psychological battle of casino games. Evolution helps operators to meet their customers' exact requirements, whether they're an occasional player or a high-roller."
This latest deal cements Evolution's position as the world's leading provider in live-dealer gaming.
* * * About Evolution Gaming Founded in 2006, Evolution Gaming is an independent online gaming developer based in London, Stockholm and Riga.
As the only European live-gaming developer to custom-build and operate its own licensed studios, Evolution offers a broadcast quality virtual casino, delivered in real-time through gambling operators' websites.
Evolution has pioneered the live dealer format for baccarat, roulette and Blackjack, and now licenses hard-table games to over twenty operators including SkyBet, PartyGaming, 888.com, William Hill, Victor Chandler, Expekt and Sportingbet.
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Ladbrokes Signs up to Evolution Gaming
Ladbrokes, a world-leader in betting and gaming, has signed an agreement with Evolution Gaming, the pioneer of Live Dealer gaming, to provide its customers with TV-quality live casino gambling at www.ladbrokescasino.com.
The deal will expand the Ladbrokescasino.com online offering to include live Blackjack, Baccarat and Roulette, all streamed 24/7 from Evolution's TV studios in Latvia. Ladbrokes customers will now be able to enjoy casino games on fully branded Ladbrokes' tables and interact with croupiers.
John O'Reilly, Managing Director of Ladbrokes Remote commented: "We already have a Live Dealer Casino offering which has had excellent feedback from customers. Signing with Evolution means we are taking our offering to the next level. This improved Live Dealer service will enable us to continue to expand our online customer base, which currently stands at almost three quarters of a million active clients."
Fredrik Osterberg, Sales and Marketing Manager at Evolution Gaming commented, "Our dedicated TV studios allow us to offer customers a polished and professional Live offering, which is as close as the internet can offer to the genuine casino experience.
"We also offer dedicated tables whose exact design can be controlled to tie in to a specific brand. Our USP is enabling operators to meet their customers' exact requirements, whether they are an occasional player or a high-roller."
For more about live, TV-quality gaming, visit www.evolutiongaming.com.
* * * About Ladbrokes Ladbrokes is a leader in the global betting and gaming market with over 2,700 betting shops in the UK, Ireland, Belgium and Spain. The Company also operates betting facilities at nine FA Premiership grounds and numerous racecourses, including Ascot.
In addition to its extensive retail presence Ladbrokes is a world leader in remote betting and offers thousands of betting markets on a daily basis over the telephone and the Internet at www.ladbrokes.com. Games include roulette and blackjack, but they also present numerous variations of these typical favourites such as American, French and European Roulette and Spanish, Atlantic City and Vegas Strip Blackjack. In total, there are over 460 games available across their instant play and download casino, with more being added each month. All games are available to play for real or for free. Ladbrokescasino.com boasts one of the most extensive ranges of 3 and 5 reel slots, with sought after releases such as Tomb Raider of the Sword and classics like Hitman.
The telephone betting operation, utilising call centres in the UK and Malaysia, services over 100,000 customers, while Ladbrokes.com, the Company's online betting and gaming facility, has attracted more than 725,000 active clients.
Betting is available in 18 languages and 18 currencies. The site incorporates the highest levels of security, which underwrite an integrated array of sports betting and gaming services available 24 hours a day, 365 days of the year.
The company, the origins of which date back to 1886, employs 16,000 people in six countries and is one of the world's leading betting and gaming companies.
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* * * About Evolution Gaming Founded in 2006, Evolution Gaming is an independent online gaming developer based in London, Stockholm and Riga. As the only European live-gaming developer to custom-build and operate its own licensed studios, Evolution offers a broadcast quality virtual casino, delivered in real-time through gambling operators' websites.
Evolution has pioneered the live dealer format for baccarat, roulette and Blackjack, and now licenses hard-table games to over twenty operators including SkyBet, PartyGaming, 888.com, William Hill, Victor Chandler, Expekt and Sportingbet.
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Sky Betting and Gaming Signs with Evolution Gaming
Evolution Gaming, the pioneer of live dealer gaming, has signed an agreement with Sky Betting & Gaming, one of the world's leading betting and gaming operators, to provide customers with live broadcast-quality casino gaming on its Sky Vegas platform.
Sky Betting & Gaming's business has experienced significant growth in the last year thanks to the company's diversification from its traditional focus on Interactive TV sports betting and has now decided to partner with Evolution in response to customer demand for live casino games. The relationship will enable Sky Betting & Gaming to offer its customers interactive live blackjack, baccarat and roulette with live dealers using real cards and tables.
The deal looks set to be the next major step in the rapid growth of live gaming with Sky Betting & Gaming considering streaming their live casino on both online and TV platforms so as to provide their players with a fully multi-channel solution.
"Live dealer will allow our customers to experience something beyond traditional RNG based gaming - a realistic and interactive casino experience," said John Parsonage, Head of Gaming at Sky Betting & Gaming. "We strongly believe that Evolution is the best service provider in the market and we are examining the legal and technical issues that would allow us to offer live gaming both online and through television."
Sky Betting & Gaming is the latest major operator to link-up with Evolution Gaming thanks to a growing realisation that live dealer is set to dictate the future of online casinos. The UK operator's monthly customer survey revealed just how keen its customers were to move on from RNG casino games.
Fredrik Österberg, Sales Director at Evolution Gaming commented: "Many keen gamblers, particularly high-rollers, see live-dealer gaming as the closest thing to the genuine casino experience. We are giving online gaming operators the quality and transparency they need to fully embrace the format."
This latest deal cements Evolution's position as the world's leading provider in live-dealer gaming.
* * * About Sky Betting & Gaming: Sky Betting & Gaming, a wholly-owned subsidiary of BSkyB, is one of the country's leading betting and gaming companies for both interactive TV and online platforms. To access Sky Betting & Gaming you can do so by visiting www.skybet.com, pressing red on your Sky Digital remote when watching a Sky channel or call freephone 08000 724 221 or use our mobile service www.skybet.mobi.
* * * About Evolution: Founded in 2006, Evolution is an independent online gaming developer based in London and Stockholm.
As the only European live-gaming developer to custom-build and operate its own licensed studios, Evolution offers a broadcast quality virtual casino, delivered in real-time through gambling operators' websites.
Evolution has pioneered the live dealer format for baccarat, roulette and Blackjack, and now licenses hard-table games to over twenty operators including 888, PartyGaming, Unibet and William Hill.
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Unibet Extends Live Gaming Offering With Evolution
The recent launch of Unibet.com's live casino platform through a partnership with Evolution Gaming, the world leader in broadcast quality casino games, has been so successful that the European operator has moved to increase the number of Unibet branded Blackjack tables available to its customers.
The extension of Unibet's live casino offering comes just three months after Evolution Gaming agreed a deal to provide it with live-dealer Baccarat, Blackjack and Roulette as part of the online gaming giant's plans to drive global expansion and target new demographics. This development is the latest example of how rapidly live gaming is penetrating and revolutionising the online casino market.
"Since we launched our live casino with Evolution we have been overwhelmed by how popular it has instantly proved to be with our customers," said Petter Nylander, CEO of Unibet. "Players have immediately learnt to appreciate the product as an important addition to our offering and we're pleased to extend the number of dedicated tables available to meet consumer demand."
The partnership between Evolution and Unibet is the first to take advantage of the expansion of Evolution's state-of-the-art live TV studios in Latvia. Unibet's 3 million customers in over 150 countries now have the option of playing casino games with live dealers at fully branded dedicated tables around-the-clock.
"For Unibet to take this step after just a few months of offering live gaming to its customers reflects the huge demand for broadcast quality casino games. Our ability to provide our licensees with private tables is proving hugely popular and we will continue to meet the demand of big brand operators which need to provide their players with the best quality service 24/7," said Jens von Bahr, CEO of Evolution Gaming.
* * * About Unibet Unibet was founded in 1997 and is an online gambling company listed on NASDAQ OMX Nordic Exchange in Stockholm. Unibet is one of the largest privately-owned gambling operators in the European market and provides services in 20 languages through www.unibet.com.
Today, Unibet has more than 3.3 million customers in over 100 countries. Unibet is a member of the EGBA, European Gaming and Betting Association, RGA, Remote Gambling Association in the UK and is certified by G4, Global Gaming Guidance Group.
In December 2007, Unibet acquired Maria Holdings, the largest online bingo operator in the Nordic market, and in April 2008 acquired Scandinavia's largest trotting community, Travnet.
More information about Unibet Group plc can be found on www.unibetgroupplc.com.
* * * About Evolution Gaming Founded in 2006, Evolution Gaming is an independent online gaming developer based in London, Stockholm and Riga.
As the only European live-gaming developer to custom-build and operate its own licensed studios, Evolution offers a broadcast quality virtual casino, delivered in real-time through gambling operators' websites.
Evolution has pioneered the live dealer format for baccarat, roulette and Blackjack, and now licenses hard-table games to over twenty operators including PartyGaming, 888.com, William Hill, Victor Chandler, Expekt and Sportingbet.
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Entraction Signs with Evolution Gaming
Evolution Gaming, the world leader in broadcast quality casino games, has agreed to provide Entraction and its partners with live-dealer Baccarat, Blackjack and Roulette as part of the digital gaming network's plan's to drive global expansion and target new demographics through new innovative products.
Entraction will offer its partners the opportunity to take advantage of the expansion of Evolution's state-of the-art live TV studios in Latvia. As of early 2010, Entraction will be able to offer its partners' players the option to play casino games with live dealers around-the-clock, 365 days a year.
'The adding of Evolution's products to Entraction's platform demonstrates further that Live Casino is now seen by the industry as an essential tool that can tap into additional revenue streams in the casino segment and from high rollers in particular,' said Fredrik Österberg, Sales Director of Evolution Gaming.
Entraction is the fastest growing open poker network in the world and the partnership with Evolution Gaming will become a significant element of Entraction's product portfolio.
'We're confident that by adding Evolution's live-gaming product to our casino suite Entraction will be able to grow its customer base even further and appeal to new global gaming partners,' said Peter Åström, CEO of Entraction.
Entraction is the latest licensee to sign-up with Evolution, further strengthening its position as the world's leading provider of live-dealer gaming with other big name clients including Party Gaming, 888.com and Unibet.
For more about live TV quality gaming, visit www.evolutiongaming.com.
* * * About Evolution Gaming Founded in 2006, Evolution Gaming is an independent online gaming developer based in London, Stockholm and Riga.
As the only European live-gaming developer to custom-build and operate its own licensed studios, Evolution offers a broadcast quality virtual casino, delivered in real-time through gambling operators' websites.
Evolution has pioneered the live dealer format for baccarat, roulette and Blackjack, and now licenses hard-table games to over twenty operators including PartyGaming, Blue Square, William Hill, Victor Chandler, Expekt and Sportingbet.
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Unibet.com Partners with Evolution Gaming
Evolution Gaming, the world leader in broadcast quality casino games, has agreed a deal to provide Unibet with live-dealer Baccarat, Blackjack and Roulette as part of the online gaming giant's plans to drive global expansion and target new demographics.
The partnership between Evolution and Unibet is the first to take advantage of the expansion of Evolution's state-of the-art live TV studios in Latvia. From the end of May, 2009, Unibet will be able to offer its 3 million customers in over 150 countries the option of playing casino games with live dealers at dedicated tables around-the-clock.
With some of Evolution's clients citing a revenue increase of more than 50% after adding live gaming to their sites, the London, Stockholm and Riga based business is now the partner of choice for leading gaming industry brands, especially as Evolution's TV quality live-casino games are proven to appeal to high-rollers.
'The addition of Evolution's products to Unibet's platform is further evidence that live gaming is now seen by the industry as an essential addition to the traditional random-number-generator systems',said Jens von Bahr, CEO of Evolution Gaming. 'We have recently expanded our studios to meet the demand of our client's customers who'd rather play their favourite games in real-life style casinos while interacting with their own croupier.'
Unibet is already regarded as one of the European market's major players and this partnership is expected not only to bolster Unibet's offering to consumers, but also contribute significantly to growth in other international markets thanks to the multi-currency option available to players.
'We're confident that by adding Evolution's live-gaming product to our casino suite Unibet will be able to grow its customer base and appeal to new global gaming audiences',said Petter Nylander, CEO of Unibet. 'Our success has been based on our ability to add to and improve our offering and I think our casino customers will be excited by the option of playing live Baccarat, Blackjack and Roulette.'
Unibet is the latest partner to sign-up with Evolution, cementing its position as the world's leading provider of live-dealer gaming with other big name clients including Party Gaming, 888.com and Gala Coral.
'There is still a lot more to come from the live dealer platform. Evolution Gaming is continuously developing technology and games to take our offering to an even bigger audience, from online operators to betting shops and land based casinos', said Jens von Bahr.
* * * About Unibet Unibet was founded in 1997 and is an online gambling company listed on NASDAQ OMX Nordic Exchange in Stockholm. Unibet is one of the largest privately-owned gambling operators in the European market and provides services in 20 languages through www.unibet.com.
Today, Unibet has more than 3.3 million customers in over 100 countries. Unibet is a member of the EGBA, European Gaming and Betting Association, RGA, Remote Gambling Association in the UK and is certified by G4, Global Gaming Guidance Group.
In December 2007, Unibet acquired Maria Holdings, the largest online bingo operator in the Nordic market, and in April 2008 acquired Scandinavia's largest trotting community, Travnet.
More information about Unibet Group plc can be found on www.unibetgroupplc.com.
* * * About Evolution Gaming Founded in 2006, Evolution Gaming is an independent online gaming developer based in London, Stockholm and Riga.
As the only European live-gaming developer to custom-build and operate its own licensed studios, Evolution offers a broadcast quality virtual casino, delivered in real-time through gambling operators' websites.
Evolution has pioneered the live dealer format for baccarat, roulette and Blackjack, and now licenses hard-table games to over twenty operators including PartyGaming, 888.com, William Hill, Victor Chandler, Expekt and Sportingbet.
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Innovations in Live Gaming
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Evolution Increases Size of TV Studios by 400 Percent
Evolution Gaming, the pioneer of broadcast quality casino games, has expanded its European studios to meet soaring customer demand from many of the biggest names in online gaming.
Having revolutionised live casino gaming in Europe, Evolution has now taken the step of more than quadrupling the size of its TV studios. The move follows the recent signing of high profile deals with the likes of 888.com, PartyGaming and William Hill and will help satisfy the ever-growing demand for live Baccarat, Roulette and Blackjack games.
The 1,000 square metres of the newly expanded base in the Latvian capital of Riga means Evolution can now offer dedicated, tailored, fully-branded studios to its customers. Within these studios everything from the dealer's language to the exact design of the interior can be controlled to tie in to a specific brand and appeal directly to a desired customer base.
Jens von Bahr, CEO of Evolution Gaming said: 'Our transformation of one of Riga's oldest buildings into a 24-hour state-of-the-art casino gaming TV studio is the next step in our plans to expand our product and platform offering in 2009.'
'Not only do we give users a range of live games to try their hand at, but also a choice of studios in which to play. We've even enabled users to select the exact dealer they want, so they can play against a familiar face. We are the closest online gaming has ever come to the real casino experience and the innovations won't stop here as we continue to strive to enhance the customer experience.'
Evolution has also introduced a VIP Studio, designed as an exclusive area for high-rollers. The spacious red and gold studio houses high-stake tables which are run by Evolution's most experienced dealers.
For more about live TV quality gaming, visit www.evolutiongaming.com.
* * * About Evolution Gaming Founded in 2006, Evolution Gaming is an independent online gaming developer based in London, Stockholm and Riga.
As the only European live-gaming developer to custom-build and operate its own licensed studios, Evolution offers a broadcast quality virtual casino, delivered in real-time through gambling operators' websites.
Evolution has pioneered the live dealer format for baccarat, roulette and Blackjack, and now licenses hard-table games to over twenty operators including PartyGaming, Blue Square, William Hill, Victor Chandler, Expekt and Sportingbet.
Evolution's live-dealer gaming reaches over 10 million players in more than fifty countries.
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888.com Joins the Live Gaming Revolution
Evolution Gaming, the pioneers of broadcast quality casino games, has agreed a deal to provide 888.com, one of the world's most popular online gaming companies, with live-dealer Baccarat, Blackjack and Roulette as the next step in 888.com's drive to be the global online gaming industry leader.
The partnership was announced today at London's International Gaming Expo at a time when Evolution's state-of the-art live dealing proposition is increasingly being favoured by the market leading gaming industry brands. The cutting-edge TV quality live casino games will improve 888's offering further and boost revenues.
With some of Evolution's clients citing a revenue increase of more than 50% after adding live gaming to their sites, the London, Stockholm and Riga based business has moved to increase the size of its TV studios by 150%, as well as doubling the size of its staff to meet demand.
"The addition of Evolution's products to 888.com's platform can be seen as a recognition that in 2009 live gaming will be the key to growth in addition to random-number-generator systems," said Jens von Bahr, CEO of Evolution Gaming. "Our client's customers now have the option of playing their favourite games in real-life style casinos while interacting with their own croupier."
The partnership is expected not only to bolster 888.com's offering to consumers, but also contribute significantly to business-to-business growth as live dealer will now become part of 888.com's B2B suit.
Gigi Levy, CEO of 888.com commented: "The potential of live casino as a revenue stream is significant for 888.com. Like with everything we offer our customers as the world's leading online casino, 888.com will localise and adapt Evolutions' product to make it appeal to every market in which we operate."
888.com is the first partner to sign-up with Evolution in 2009 and cements its position as the world's leading provider in live-dealer gaming with a platform which reaches over 10 million players in more than fifty countries. Evolution's other market-leading clients include Party Gaming, William Hill and Gala Coral.
"We have only just scratched the service of what the live dealer platform can offer and continue to invest in developing technology and games that can bring our platform to an even bigger audience, from online operators to land based casinos," said Jens von Bahr.
* * * About Evolution Gaming Founded in 2006, Evolution is an independent online gaming developer based in London, Stockholm and Riga.
As the only European live-gaming developer to custom-build and operate its own licensed studios, Evolution offers a broadcast quality virtual casino, delivered in real-time through gambling operators' websites.
Evolution has pioneered the live dealer format for baccarat, roulette and Blackjack, and now licenses hard-table games to over twenty operators including PartyGaming, Blue Square, William Hill, Victor Chandler, Expekt and Sportingbet.
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Evolution Gaming Aims High with New Product Development Industry Expert to Expand Product Suite
Evolution Gaming, the pioneer of broadcast quality casino games, has recruited Fredrik Bjurle as Director of Product Development as the next step in the business becoming a full-suite software provider.
As supplier of TV quality casino games to many of the biggest names in the industry, including Gala Coral, William Hill and Blue Square, Evolution Gaming is recognised as having transformed live online gaming in Europe. Fredrik Bjurle will now play a key role in Evolution's plans to expand their product and platform offering in 2009.
'It is an exciting time to join Evolution, particularly following its recent partnerships with 888.com and PartyGaming,'said Fredrik Bjurle. 'Our plans to introduce innovative new features like multi-hand and bet behind blackjack, as well as an improved back office will mean that Evolution's live casino products will be even bigger and better.'
The potential of live-dealer gaming as a revenue stream has grown significantly over the last three years with Evolution's Baccarat, Black Jack and Roulette broadcast quality games establishing the business as the market leading provider. With the expansion of Evolution's broadcast studios in Latvia currently taking place, there are plans for the business to move beyond its current specialist areas and develop new products for the millions of players who already access Evolution's products.
'Evolution has recruited Fredrik as the first step towards becoming a full-suite software provider by 2010,' said Jens von Bahr, CEO of Evolution Gaming. 'His years of experience at Boss Media will help us achieve our goal of becoming more than a market leading niche gaming business. This year will see the next stage of the Evolution revolution!'
Fredrik Bjurle joins Evolution after nine years with Boss Media (Gtech) where, as Head of Casino Product Development, he was responsible for the full product portfolio including game development, release planning and platform integration.
* * * About Evolution Gaming Founded in 2006, Evolution Gaming is an independent online gaming developer based in London and Stockholm.
As the only European live-gaming developer to custom-build and operate its own licensed studios, Evolution offers a broadcast quality virtual casino, delivered in real-time through gambling operators' websites.
Evolution has pioneered the live dealer format for baccarat, roulette and Blackjack, and now licenses hard-table games to over twenty operators including PartyGaming, Blue Square, William Hill, Victor Chandler, Expekt and Sportingbet.
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World’s Largest Online Casino Signs with Evolution
Evolution Gaming, the pioneer of live dealer gaming, has signed an agreement with PartyCasino, the world's largest online casino, opening the door for gamers to enjoy the authentic 'live casino' experience of playing roulette, blackjack and baccarat.
The deal with PartyCasino, operated by PartyGaming the world's largest gambling group, will bring Evolution's industry-leading live-dealer format to millions of customers worldwide.
Gamers will be able to play in real-time, with live-dealers based in Evolution's fully-licensed studios in Riga. All games will be available in a variety of languages currencies to strengthen PartyGaming's development outside of English speaking markets.
Jens von Bahr, Chief Executive Officer of Evolution, said: "This is a very significant deal, not just for us, but for the live-dealer format as a whole. PartyCasino is an industry leader at the forefront of change, and where it goes, others are sure to follow."
The move towards live dealer gaming has steadily gathered pace over the past 18 months as gambling operators increasingly see its potential to help attract new players, re-activate existing ones and compared with traditional RNG, increase player lifetime.
Jim Ryan, Chief Executive Officer of PartyGaming, said: "We believe that 'live casino' will gain us access to players who enjoy and prefer the experience of watching croupiers dealing cards or spinning roulette wheels and calling 'place your bets' in real time - that's great, live online gaming entertainment."
Jens von Bahr commented: "We understand what the player wants - real-cards, interaction with other players, their own croupier and a familiar environment where the customer is comfortable and ready to indulge in the psychological battle of casino games."
* * * About PartyGaming PartyGaming Plc is the world's leading listed online gaming company. Founded in 1997, the Group is a constituent of the FTSE 250 share index with its shares listed on The London Stock Exchange under the ticker: PRTY. In the year to 31 December 2007, PartyGaming's Continuing operations generated revenues of $476.0m and Clean EBITDA of $111.7m. PartyGaming's principal brands are PartyPoker.com, one of the world's largest online poker rooms, EmpirePoker.com, PartyCasino.com, the world's largest online casino, PartyBingo.com, PartyGammon.com, PartyBets.com, PartyMarkets.com and Gamebookers.com. None of the Group's sites accept real money customers located in the US.
* * * About Evolution Gaming Founded in 2006, Evolution Gaming is an independent online gaming developer based in London and Stockholm.
As the only European live-gaming developer to custom-build and operate its own licensed studios, Evolution offers a broadcast quality virtual casino, delivered in real-time through gambling operators' websites.
Evolution has pioneered the live dealer format for baccarat, roulette and Blackjack, and now licenses hard-table games to over twenty operators including PartyGaming, Blue Square and William Hill.
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Evolution Brings Live Casino to Blue Square
Evolution Gaming, the pioneer of live-dealer gaming, today announced a partnership with the interactive betting service, Blue Square. The deal enables Blue Square, part of the Rank Group of gaming businesses, to offer a range of live-dealer games to its customers, including Blackjack, Roulette and Baccarat.
As the only European live-gaming developer to custom-build and operate its own licensed studios Evolution's live-dealer platform, offers the most authentic casino experience available online. Blue Square aims to use the live-dealer platform attract new customers, including high rollers, who would not otherwise consider playing an online casino game.
Angus Nisbet, Head of Gaming at Blue Square said: "In the fast paced environment of the online gaming industry, operators have to regularly assess and invest in new products to keep their competitive edge. Blue Square recognised the revenue potential of live gaming and researched the various products on offer. Evolution's product proved to be the best for our requirements and we are excited about the deal and look forward to future product enhancements and new game development."
Jens von Bahr, Chief Executive Officer of Evolution, said: "As the only fully-licensed live-gaming developer, we've given casino operators the quality and transparency they need to fully embrace the format."
"It's really no longer a question of whether or not to offer live-dealer gaming, but rather which partner they should choose. We believe our product is light-years ahead of the competition, and this is a view shared by some of the biggest names in gaming," commented Jens von Bahr.
Evolution's studios in Riga are the first to be fully regulated through the Latvian Gambling Authority and Alderney Gambling Control Commission, offering its customers unrivalled transparency.
* * * About Evolution Gaming Founded in 2006, Evolution Gaming is an independent online gaming developer based in London and Stockholm.
As the only European live-gaming developer to custom-build and operate its own licensed studios, Evolution offers a broadcast quality virtual casino, delivered in real-time through gambling operators' websites.
Evolution has pioneered the live dealer format for baccarat, roulette and Blackjack, and now licenses hard-table games to over twenty operators including PartyGaming, Blue Square and William Hill.
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German Operator Signs with Live-Dealer Casino Game Provider
Germany's leading online betting site, bet-at-home.com, has become the thirteenth deal in 2008 to be signed with Evolution Gaming, the pioneer of live-dealer gaming.
This comes in a year that has seen Evolution sign major partnerships with William Hill, Party Gaming and Blue Square, which have cemented the company's position as the global-leader in live-dealer gaming. Evolution's live-gaming platform is now accessible to over 10 million gamers in over 50 countries, with growth set to continue in 2009.
The explosion in demand for Evolution's live-gaming platform has prompted the company to extend its Riga-based studio by more than 150 percent in 2008, and it plans to double its staff in the coming months.
Jens Von Bahr, Chief Executive Officer at Evolution, commented: "This has been a breakthrough year for live dealer gaming, and our phenomenal growth is thanks to consistent investment in developing the best, most realistic platform on the market. This year, we've already signed deals with some of the world's most influential gambling operators, and the year's not over yet!
"We have only just scratched the service of what the live dealer platform can offer, and as the pioneers of live-dealer gaming in Europe, we are continually looking for ways to bring the platform to an ever broader audience."
Franz Oemer, Chief Executive Officer at bet-at-home.com, said: "Live-dealer gaming will open up significant opportunities for us to reach new audiences and excite existing customers. We have built our reputation on a commitment to quality and innovation, and Evolution is quite simply the only live-dealer platform that can meet our exacting standards."
* * * About Evolution Gaming Founded in 2006, Evolution Gaming is an independent online gaming developer based in London and Stockholm.
As the only European live-gaming developer to custom-build and operate its own licensed studios, Evolution offers a broadcast quality virtual casino, delivered in real-time through gambling operators' websites.
Evolution has pioneered the live dealer format for baccarat, roulette and Blackjack, and now licenses hard-table games to over twenty operators including PartyGaming, Blue Square and William Hill.
For more information about Evolution Gaming, please visit www.evolutiongaming.com -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- For further press information please contact: Evolution Gaming UK T: +44 20 7563 9140
