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TV Show Catch 21 Needs Real Blackjack Players

Tuesday, May 18th, 2010

Blackjack enthusiasts can now grab a golden opportunity to see themselves on TV, as the producers of “Catch 21,” a TV game show, want some fresh faces to star in their fourth season. The show, which is broadcast over the GSN network, is hosted by the popular “The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air” star Alfonso Ribeiro.

“Catch 21,” which features a combination of trivia and card counting talents, has become a huge hit among Blackjack enthusiasts. The producers are looking for fresh people of any race of gender in the age group of 20 – 40. Interested candidates ought to be outgoing, fun, and highly competitive with an outstanding personality. Moreover, they need to be real online blackjack players. The casting call will be organized in Los Angeles, California. Those interested can post an application at the site.

Blackjack enthusiasts who dislike being seen on TV can always have a great time playing online Blackjack. Several reputed Blackjack casinos offer plenty of safe and legal Blackjack fun for players. Casinos such as Bodog even offer Blackjack guides for new players. Rushmore Casino is a great place for generous Blackjack bonuses. Interested Blackjack players can join one or several of these casinos for the ultimate Online Blackjack experience.

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Ex Truck Driver Invents New Blackjack Game Called Quick Seven

Saturday, May 15th, 2010

Larry Cockrell, an ex truck driver from Kenosha recently caught media attention when he created a new game of blackjack called “Quick Seven.” Cockrell believes that the game will soon go into casinos, and get on online casinos and even into mobile gaming.

The goal here is to create a hand of seven and to do it fast. Cockrell cooked this game up seven years ago when he was a truck driver and wanted to go to Vegas. “I was catching up on how to play blackjack, and I started thinking, ‘Wow, it would be nice to discard a card.’ Two years later, Cockrell came up with a scheme of rules that made sense when a blackjack player tried his hand against the dealer. “When you’re driving a concrete truck, you have a lot of time to think…Once I realized it was raw and unique, I saw there was a business opportunity there.” he said.

Once Cockrell had the game structure in order and his fiancée had given it the name Quick Seven, he quit driving and started a company called Innovative Gaming. Today, Cockrell has a good table design and an official U.S. patent and is training dealers at Harrah’s about the game’s rules.

Patricia McCabe-Clark, manager of casino operations at Harrah’s stated: “Our dealers do a great job selling new games to guests and they have already been spreading the news about ‘Quick Seven.’”

The game is also available at the iTunes app store and is very easy to learn.

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DSI Multiplayer Blackjack

Thursday, May 13th, 2010

While its name implies sportsbook, Diamond Sports Book International also offers an online casino that this month features some new exciting elements.

In particular, the site is offering multiplayer online blackjack tables, which will allow players to combine their love of blackjack with social networking. This will certainly bring about a new era in online casinos and table games.

The new software will allow blackjack players to interact with other blackjack players throughout the world. When a game player bellies up to the virtual blackjack table, he can choose to play in single player mode or he can choose to play in multiplayer mode, which allows him to interact with and play against others from around the world.

At DSI, the multiplayer tables can hold up to six players, and each player can choose whether they would like to bet just the minimum which, is $1, or if they would like to bet up to $100. Players are even allowed to play for free if they so choose.

DSI also offers poker, with weekly poker tournaments, casino software, and, as might be expected given the name, a sportsbook and racebook. As the site continues to grow, it continues to add casino games. Currently there are more than 30 casino games available for play.

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Free Blackjack Games for Android Users

Sunday, May 9th, 2010

iPod and iPad users will find that there is no dearth of free mobile Blackjack apps designed for their benefit. However, a new Blackjack app has recently been launched for Android users with a penchant for nonstop Blackjack action.

The Blackjack app, which has been recently launched in the Android Market, goes under the name of Real Blackjack. Users report that the app not only looks good, but also ensures great game play. What’s more, players can download it absolutely free.

The game utilizes touch-screen technology to present intuitive and simple game play. Seasoned Blackjack players will feel comfortable with the app because they already know how to play the game. But those new to Blackjack too can enjoy the game because it comes with a Blackjack guide, which teaches new players how to play Blackjack. New players simply have to click on the “Advise” button to learn everything they need to know to enjoy a game. The tutorial also comprises a section on strategy.

The app, however, has one small disadvantage. Players cannot wager real money on the games because they are available only in the fun mode. But they can practice till they feel confident enough to wager on real money online blackjack games at casinos.

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Blackjack Scammer Frauds Vegas

Thursday, May 6th, 2010

In what appears to be a simple case of incredible hoodwinking, Seyit Ibrahim Yel, a scammer and blackjack player, took several casinos in Las Vegas for a royal ride that cost them several thousands of dollars and himself nothing!

Seyit Ibrahim Yel spent a few weeks in Vegas and posed as a high roller and wealthy businessman called Mustafa Seda. Yel managed to convince several Vegas casinos of his identity and drew out large loans from them on this basis. In addition to his extremely good acting skills, it would appear that Yel was also a good blackjack player, as he gambled with this money and walked out of the casinos without paying any bills.

The few checks that he had written eventually bounced alerting the casinos to what had happened. The reputed Bellagio Casino was one of the victims of Yel who had taken $200,000 from it in two days; the casino filed a lawsuit against him under the name “Seda”. Today, Yel cannot be located and his crimes remain unpunished since it is not possible to serve him under a fictional name.

Online blackjack portals and online casinos know better than to believe a fictional identity and require proof from players before they can register them. Yel had also used accomplices to cash out his chips, another aspect not possible with an online blackjack portal. Indeed, online blackjack sites may be just more reliable than land based casinos!

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Crist Signs Billion Dollar Blackjack Deal Without Alerting Press

Wednesday, May 5th, 2010

Charlie Crist, the governor of Florida put the official stamp to the billion dollar blackjack gaming deal with the Seminole Indians this week, when he penned his signature to the document. Surprisingly, the governor did this in a rather quiet manner and did not call for any press to publicize the deal which could result in making the state’s economy richer by a billion dollars. The reason for his decision remains unknown. It is possible that the governor may not have wanted to attract any untoward publicity from the anti-gambling sections of the population to interrupt the deal.

“Today’s bill signing is the last step in a historic effort that benefits both the Seminole Tribe and the entire state of Florida. Following three years of healthy debate and deliberation, the children and families of Florida are now the beneficiaries of much-needed money that will be used to fund critical needs such as education,” said Florida Governor, Charlie Crist.

The governor avoided having a news conference, despite the bill being a major change in legislation and called forth two representatives as his witnesses. Rep. Bill Galvano and Sen. Dennis Jones were the two noted official who were present at the event.

It may be possible that the Crist, will have a press conference later on and perhaps a ceremonial signing of the document for the public in the weeks to come. The deal will give the Seminoles the right to operate slots, blackjack and other table games in their local casinos.

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Encore Beach Club Due to Open in May

Sunday, May 2nd, 2010

Sunshine and blackjack don’t typically go together, but Las Vegas casino developer Steve Wynn will give it a shot. On May 22, his Encore hotel will reveal a $70 million facelift, complete with the Encore Beach Club and the Surrender nightclub. While all casinos on The Strip offer gambling, food and entertainment round the clock, Wynn’s renovation lets visitors indulge in all of these amenities, plus sunlight, stargazing and a panorama of the Vegas strip. There are three pools, private cabanas, flat-screen TV’s and air conditioning pumping the breeze inside and out. For gamblers who hate to leave the table but would appreciate some fresh air, the accommodations at the Encore might as well be paradise: there are blackjack and craps tables conveniently stationed alongside the pool.

“We’re setting a new standard here. It’s a night club during the day for people in bikinis and bathing suits,” says Wynn’s business partner Sean Christie.

Adults 21 and older can nestle in the comfort of floating, man-made lily pads or sprawl on day beds bordering the pool. Even during meals guests won’t miss a beat. The hotel restaurant SWITCH features a glass wall divider so diners can have a lively view of the crowd at Surrender nightclub.

Information source: Kenna, Kathleen. “Vegas in May: from near-naked ladies to Barenaked Ladies.” thestar.com April 2010.

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Seminole Gambling Deal to Create $7 Billion Revenue for Florida

Friday, April 30th, 2010

The recent million dollar deal that the Seminole Indian tribes signed with the Florida state is expected to have a strong impact on the state’s revenue. This deal will last for two decades and will create a lot of job opportunities and revenue for the state in that time period.

When the Florida House of State signed an agreement authorizing gambling in some select Seminole, most people in the region appeared to take the news well. A few republicans however who are not in favour of gambling have allegedly claimed that the deal would bring in a bad influence to people as it would encourage gaming. Florida will receive$1.3 million for a period of five years and this will mean 7 billion dollars worth of money in twenty years.

The Seminole deal authorizes games like blackjack in its casinos along with slots and this agreement was seen favorably by blackjack enthusiasts who believe that it will create a strong revenue stream for education and help Florida to balance its budget with the fees it will collect from this deal.

It may be possible that this deal with the Seminole Indians will do a lot of good for Florida’s economy. Governor Charlie Crist was responsible for seeing the deal go through and permitted the Seminole casinos to host blackjack games and slots games at all their casinos in the state.

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Community College in Virginia Offers Blackjack Classes

Wednesday, April 28th, 2010

Education just took on a new facet and gamers and gamblers will be thrilled to know that you can learn about blackjack in college. The New River Community and Technical College in recently announced that it was giving out classes for people interested in learning blackjack. In addition, to these blackjack games, the college is also conducting classes on Three-Card Poker, Craps and Roulette.

These classes are to be held at the New River Table Games Training Center located in White Sulphur Springs and will take place throughout the week, with the exception of weekends. Classes began on April 26th and will continue on till June. The classes are held daily for a period of four hours and the course is $675. Students will also have to pay $100 on completing the class to acquire their license.

Considering that blackjack is a game of skill and that it requires calculations and analyses of which cards to keep and which cards to drop, it makes sense that classes on the subject are offered. The fact that blackjack is game that can earn a person a lot of money is also another aspect to be considered.

One cannot help but wonder what’s next on the cards – will universities start giving out degrees in poker and blackjack for eager students/players?

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Mobile Multi Hand Blackjack

Tuesday, April 27th, 2010

The blackjack community will be pleased to learn of the launch of the first ever Multi Hand Blackjack game that can be played from one’s mobile. This game was created by LadyLucks, a mobile casino in the UK that features different types of casino games.

Matthew Sunderland, Managing Director at LadyLucks, commented saying, “Multi Hand Blackjack is one of the most popular variations of the much loved casino game. We are delighted to offer this fantastic game so soon after the announcement of our new website.”

The new multiple hand blackjack game will be available to players for free and all they have to do is download it. The game allows for three multiple hands of blackjack and this game can e played against the dealer – three at a time. Players who are looking for quick gaming and do not want to be slowed down while playing blackjack from their mobiles will be able to use the speed of game play options and take on a faster or normal speed. Players will also be able to use the rebet option and double their stakes if they want to.

Blackjack is constantly reinventing itself and changing with technological advances. From the gaming tables in Las Vegas to the portals of online blackjack casinos, blackjack then went on to make the shift to the mobile casinos where players could play blackjack from their phones and while on the go.

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