$150 Bonus at Caribbean Gold Casino
November 26, 2008
Make a qualifying deposit of at least $50 and get a 100% first deposit bonus up to $150.
You must be a Caribbean Gold Casino account holder to partake of this bonus offer. Download the software and register a free account to begin the process. When your account is activated, simply make a minimum deposit of $50. Your bonus credits will be automatically added to your account and you must wager at least 20 times the bonus and deposit in order to qualify for a withdrawal.
How the deposit bonus works:
The bonus is issued in the form of casino credits which are added to your casino account bonus balance. Your bonus can never be redeemed for cash. It can only be used to wager in the casino. Your casino account is divided into 2 balances - your Real balance and your Bonus balance. When a wager is placed, funds are removed from your Bonus balance first. If there are insufficient funds in your bonus balance, remaining funds are then removed from your Real balance. If the bet is won, your original stake is returned to your Bonus balance and the winnings from the wager are placed in your Real balance.
Wagers on the following games will not count toward the minimum wagering requirement for the $150 bonus offer:
- Any Blackjack
- Any Video Poker
- Any Hold ‘Em Poker game
- Mulligan Poker
- Tri-Card Poker
- Craps
- Any Roulette
- Baccarat
- War
- Red Dog
- Pai-Gow
- Let ‘Em Ride
- Caribbean Stud Poker
- All-Star Horse Racing
- Ultimate HiLo
Monthly deposit bonuses and daily reward points ensure that you receive several chances to win cash and great prizes and most of all enjoy your online gaming experience. Sign up today at Caribbean Gold Casino or visit one of the other reliable casinos powered by the Vegas Technology brand.
Are Online Poker Rooms Rigged to Produce Bad Beat Hands?
November 24, 2008
What is a “Bad beat”? In Poker it refers to a win by a weaker hand over a stronger, more dominant hand. How the heck could this happen, you wonder? Believe it or not, and as much as Poker Players wish it never would, it does happen, even to the best of us.
Many newcomers don’t realize the value of a bad beat. They don’t understand the odds of a bad beat hand like pushing all in with AdJc and beating AsKs by spiking a Jack on the river. Likewise experienced Players are often amazed that they could lose to a newcomer or less experienced Player with such an underdog hand. They don’t grasp that they lose to the hand because they have the more dominating hand. The important thing to always be mindful of when playing Poker is that bad beats will happen at some point.
But the real question here is, do they happen more online than in land-based casinos because of fraud? Many Players argue that online Poker rooms are rigged; that they create large action hands for the Players in order to increase the pot size. This is in no way true. If it were, then one could easily argue that a bad beat would tend to happen more frequently in an online poker room than in a land-based casino because of fraud. However, online poker rooms, just like online casinos, undergo rigorous testing and verification to ensure complete randomness of hands and randomness of games at all times.
The fact of the matter is that more hands are played in online poker rooms more so than in land-based casinos. Whereas in a real live Poker game, perhaps 40 hands may be dealt in an hour, the number is almost double in an online game. The action in an online game is faster, perhaps about a 40:60 ratio in favour of the online poker room where more hands are dealt per hour. Additionally, one Player can play at two or more separate Poker tables when playing online; thus also increasing hand play. This is not possible in a land-based casino.
Also, in an online game, Players are more willing to “Call” their hands, despite what their bankroll is and despite the fact that calling the hand may not even be necessary at that moment. In the case of a real live Poker game, Players are sometimes hesitant to go “All-In” especially when playing with a large bankroll. Think about it - in which situation is it easier to part with your cash: in an online game where the dollar value is displayed on a screen or in real life where all the chips are laid out in front of your very eyes?
So, taking into account the fact that more hands are played in an online poker game than in a real one at any time AND considering the fact that Players tend to bet safer in a real live poker game, the chance of experiencing a bad beat hand online is greater than in a land-based casino. However, it isn’t greater because the game in the online Poker room are fixed.
Again, it is important to remember that bad beats will happen to you as long as you play Poker over a period of time. Don’t get caught up in the frustration of it, though; just dust yourself off and get back in the action once you have a clear head. Sometimes, a bad beat can be a good thing (if you’re not on the receiving end that is) because you need Players who will make bad calls. After all, they help maintain your bankroll and keep you in the action and playing the game you love the most.
Latest News on Betonsports founder, Gary Kaplan
November 24, 2008
It’s been 18 months since the arrest of BetonSports founder, Gary Kaplan, related to illegal gambling activities. Now, it is alleged that he may have been the recipient of special treatment, as it is believed that contraband articles were being smuggled to him in the St. Louis County jail, where he was remanded. The allegations and bad press sparked a transfer to a detention facility in St. Charles county, where it is now alleged that he is monopolising the interview rooms at the facility with lengthy daily legal consultations.
Other lawyers are infuriated by the apparent disregard for the rights of the other inmates. Especially incensed by the matter is Tracy Brown, one of the St. Charles County’s public defenders. “Inevitably, the less I see my clients, the less chance I’m going to have to make a good connection with them,” Brown said. “It’s hard for them to trust me when they hardly see me,” claiming that Kaplan’s attorneys are there most of the day and sometimes into the evening.
In retaliation, Freeman Bosley Jr., one of Kaplan’s attorneys said that, “If the amount of working hours in the interview room are limited or reduced, it will greatly diminish the amount of work that we accomplish in preparation for Mr. Kaplan’s upcoming trial.”
Seems like Kaplan and his attorneys have something huge in the pipeline. To date, no trial date has been set.
Legalized Casino Gambling in Atlanta Coming Soon?
November 24, 2008
The financial troubles gripping the state of Atlanta have propelled Roger Bruce, a democratic state lawmaker in Atlanta, to push forward legislation that could open the doors of Georgia to casino gambling. The bill would in effect give cities and towns in Georgia the opportunity to yeah or nay the introduction of casino gambling in “their jurisdiction through a voter referendum”. The proceeds from taxes would be split between the cities, on board with the project, as well as the state.
Also on board for a change is Ron Fennel, Governmental affairs director for the Georgia Hotel and Lodging Association, who feels that casino gambling will increase economic revenue through the attraction of tourists to Atlanta. In 2008 Atlanta is reported to have undergone two rounds of employee layoffs as well as service cuts to combat a projected budget shortfall of almost $50 Million. Past attempts to effect this change have been refuted, however, making this an iffy situation. The majority of state lawmakers continue to rebut debates surrounding casino gambling, which they feel will increase the crime rate in Georgia. In their opinion, the introduction of legalized gambling will only increase the levels of organized crime, prostitution, and gambling addictions, one of the gateways to drug use. Additionally, a proposed constitutional amendment would have to win the approval of the Georgia General Assembly.
Considering the overall economic downturn, perhaps now voters and state lawmakers, who previously rejected legalized casino gambling attempts, may have a change of heart. After all the jackpot-sized proceeds envisioned by city council leaders and casino enthusiasts alike could significantly help the dwindling economy. The monies could be channelled into public education and/or law enforcement and, inadvertently, provide a better standard of living for everyone.
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