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Live Dealers Prove Big Draw for Online Casinos
The online casino experience has come a long way in recent years. Gone are the simple and unappealing presentations that players encountered with their favourite games. They’ve been replaced by attractive and exciting displays that not only replicate the physical-casino setup but are beamed directly from specialised studios with live dealers in charge of the action.
It’s all down to the power of the internet and the development of newer technologies that allow the best live casinos online to provide thrilling playing and betting experiences for their customers all over the world. And it’s the widespread availability of increasingly reliable broadband internet that has made it possible for just about every adult that’s eligible to take part and enjoy themselves without leaving the comfort of their homes.
This is why online gambling has taken off in recent years, and in places like the United Kingdom — where betting and gambling are enormous pastimes and a giant industry worth £14.3 billion a year — it’s taking an ever-larger slice of the gambling space pie. According to the most recent figures from last year, online gambling in the UK is now worth £3.2 billion annually, a 3.9% rise on the figures from the previous year.
People are playing on their desktops, laptops, tablets and, increasingly, their smartphones as the best live casinos are typically configured to work on the entire range of popular devices in use today. It’s not only the convenience of online casinos that’s providing such an attraction, but the time and cost savings too — why drive or fly to a casino and stay at a hotel when you don’t have to?
What Happens at Live-Dealer Casinos?
Online casinos with live-dealer features are broadcast via the internet from studios in various parts of the world. They have everything you’d expect from a physical casino depending on the type of game you’re playing — roulette, poker, blackjack, baccarat and a whole lot more. When you sign up for an account at one of the best online casinos, you’ll typically be offered a promotion or bonus that may include cash sums that you can start using straight away to place bets — so an initial deposit might not be required.
You’ll be able to interact with the dealer and everything is done in the same way as an offline casino. If you’re playing a card game like poker, for instance, the cards will be real and not a graphic, like they were in the early days of online casinos. The dealer will shuffle them, and you can place your bets, all in real-time, giving you the experience of being at a physical casino. As well as interacting with the dealer, you may also be able to chat with your fellow players — usually via a live chat feature.
Added Benefits of the Best Live Casinos
If you’re used to playing at physical casinos and are now spending more time at some of the best live casinos online, you’ll have surely noticed that there are additional attractions to the latter. They may have innovations you won’t find at offline casinos such as giant wheels spun by live presenters in games that are specially created for the online casino experience — Crazy Time from online casino provider Evolution Gaming is one such example.
Plus, there’s added graphics to make the experience of remote playing and gambling all the more exciting, and the best studios are fitted out with the latest in lighting and other elements so that they look vibrant, inviting and make you want to stay and play.
It turns out that you can bet on live dealer online casinos to offer a great time every time you visit.
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Industry leader Parimatch launches The Idol: Black is Back at iGB Affiliate in Barcelona
Are you an idol? Then join us as we take iGB Affiliate Barcelona by storm this January with The Idol: Black is Back, a unique series of events including amazing deals, giveaways, and our stunning Asian Euphoria party where dark luxury fuses with Asian artistry.
A new era is dawning at Parimatch and we want to celebrate it with you in style!
Once again Parimatch’s stand E20 will be the epicenter of iGB Affiliate Barcelona, an annual highlight of the iGaming industry at the iconic city’s famous Fira Gran Via.
We’re confident that Parimatch’s stand will be the talk of the conference. Here’s what you can look forward to:
- Fantastic deals: The latest updates and exclusive offers you can’t miss
- Giveaways where you’ll have the chance to win unique prizes
- Our Hall of Fame: Become part of Parimatch’s history
But wait, there’s more. As Parimatch embarks on a new era we are inviting over 500 partners and brand friends to our immersive Asian Euphoria party at a stunning location in the center of Barcelona where you will experience:
- The party headliner – world-famous DJ Steve Aoki
- The very best in performance art that Barcelona has to offer
- The world of Asian luxury merging with American pop culture
Don’t miss out! Be sure to join us to witness Parimatch set new standards at booth E20 at iGB Affiliate, Barcelona, January 20-23. And don’t stop there – join the Asian Euphoria party on January 21 and see us set a new trend for the entire industry!
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iGB Affiliate Conference Program to feature 11 hours of insight, masterclasses and debate
Delegates attending next week’s iGB Affiliate Barcelona will have access to a programme of 14 business critical insight sessions delivered by a 40 strong assembly of industry thought leaders and experts in their respective fields.
The 2025 Program comprises sessions entitled: Affiliate Rundown L!VE: The 2024 Trends That Will Define 2025, Video Killed the Text-based Star: Platforms & Formats for Engaging the Next Generation, Navigating the Road Ahead, New Localisation Strategies to Secure a Slice of the Latin America and Africa Pies, Parasite SEO in iGaming: A Winning Formula to Dominate Search Engines or a Risky Gamble?, Growing Pains: Scaling Operations for Accelerating Affiliate Growth, Plugging Into a Fast Growing Vertical: Sweepstakes, Mastering PPC in iGaming Affiliate Marketing: A Data-Driven Blueprint for Paid Media Success, Market Insights: Unlocking the Next Big Opportunity in Asia and the Middle East, Crack the Code to Viral Success: The Ultimate Guide to a Million Views & Building a Robust Multi-Stream Influencer Business Model, Finding Your Next Role in a Time of Flux: The Inner Workings of Affiliate Recruiters, Masterclass: Reddit 101, Trust and Transparency: What Does a Win-Win Affiliate Data Share Look Like? and Business Without Borders: Boost Your Affiliate Game with International SEO.
The industry-leading line-up assembled by the iGB Affiliate organising team includes Michael Caselli, Non-Executive Chairman – Clarion Gaming, Corey Padveen, Partner – T2 Marketing International and Editor-at-Large, iGB Affiliate, Caleb Dykema, Co-founder & CEO – Vault Sports, Jamison Selby, CEO – Rubystone, Martin Calvert, Marketing Director – ICS-digital, Miruna Pandele, Head of Acquisition – Affiliates Bay, Jonas Warrer, CEO – Gentoo Media, Ben Cove, Chief Marketing Officer – Logifuture, Luis Portela de Carvalho, Partner – Lektou Advogados, Sasha Boerma, Commercial Director for Africa – Split The Pot, Dragan Berak, Head of SEO (AskGamblers and CasinoMeister) – Gentoo Media, Jamie Walters, CEO & Cofounder – QiH, Lee-Ann Johnstone, Founder – Affiverse, Rosi Bremec, COO – Game Lounge, Seth Schorr, CEO – Fifth Street Gaming , Simon Pilkington, Managing Director – Best Betting Media, Stephen Carter, Head of Affiliate Content – Clarion Gaming, and Alex Windsor, CMO – GameTime Digital.
Looking ahead to the first edition of iGB Affiliate to be held in Barcelona, Naomi Barton, Global Portfolio Director, iGB Events said: “I am incredibly passionate about delivering an exceptional and holistic experience on behalf of all of our customers. The Conference Program is an essential part of our pledge to facilitate outstanding business networking, deliver high-quality content, and provide thought leadership that fosters trust-based partnerships and drives growth throughout the iGaming affiliate ecosystem. The Program has been curated in consultation with our customers in order the key topics impacting their business and is being delivered by industry experts. It is a key part of the iGB Affiliate experience.”
iGB Affiliate 2025 will feature a record 250 industry-leading exhibitors and sponsors and host a vibrant community of 8000+ iGaming Affiliates and Tech Vendors.
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