Online casino games results of year 2007. Part two.
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Online Casino Games: 2007 Year in Review (Part Two)
Summary
Despite challenges, online casino platforms accepting players from the USA experienced growth in 2007. For instance, PokerStars reported 150,000 simultaneous poker players as the year ended, marking a growth rate of about 50% per year. However, this rate has slowed.Body
Online poker witnessed notable changes in 2007. While sites open to American players enjoyed some growth, offline trends mirrored a slowdown. For example, the main WSOP tournament saw a 20% decrease in attendance from previous years. This drop was linked to fewer American players online and stricter advertising rules for online poker rooms, leading to less promotional participation in the WSOP.European trends were mixed. The EU blocked attempts by Italy to ban online casino games, while a new UK law legalized and regulated online wagering, requiring companies to be EU-licensed. Consequently, Malta benefited financially as an online hub. Conversely, Germany passed a law banning online casino games and advertising, a move likely to be contested by the EU. Norway and Turkey also hinted at imposing bans.
A significant issue arose in online poker with a fraud case at Absolute Poker. A senior manager exploited access to players' cards, sharing this advantage with a partner who won a large tournament. This misconduct was uncovered due to a mistake in tournament history sharing. Absolute Poker investigated, promised compensation to affected players, and committed to enhancing security measures. While this scandal affected trust, the industry as a whole was not critically harmed.
Technologically, 2007 didn’t bring major innovations. Trends such as mobile poker and 3D poker continued to develop. Online poker rooms focused on launching non-downloadable versions, adding new games, refining interfaces, expanding payment methods, and adjusting table sizes.
Looking Ahead to 2008
In 2008, expect a consolidation phase in the online gambling industry as the rapid growth period ends. The focus will shift to acquiring new players, with poker networks expanding through mergers and acquisitions. While advertising budgets may increase, players might face tougher casino bonus conditions. Competition is expected to intensify as player skills improve. Here's wishing you success and a great year at the tables!You can find the original non-AI version of this article here: Online casino games results of year 2007. Part two..
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