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Learn how to play blackjack via video
12 Jun 2008

Have you always wanted to learn how to play Blackjack? Then look no further. Betfair has a very helpful video on its site which will teach you all the blackjack basics.

Blackjack: beware of gambling myths
12 Jun 2008

Throughout the casino, gamblers search for some "foundation" to build a winning strategy upon for their favorite games. The bad news is, most of these so-called foundations have no worthy basis whatsoever. In fact, many of them actually work in reverse and tend to make the gambler lose even more! Here are some examples.

$5.5m winner at Blackjack Ballroom
16 May 2008

BlackjackBallroom.com has made a very lucky player an incredible $5,556,753.68 richer. Klaus E., from Finland became an instant millionaire last Friday when he placed a $0.50 bet on the Mega-Moolah Progressive Slot Machine and walked away $5.56 million richer. He couldn't believe that he had won and says he was stunned and shocked and "my hands were shaking!" He hopes to pay off his apartment and go on a vacation as the first of many things he can do with his huge online casino win.

Single deck blackjack - what's it about
18 Apr 2008

Black Jack has many different game versions and those can even vary in the number of decks used in a shoe. Card counters know the advantage is with the fewest decks in a shoe but many otherwise knowledgeable players, the kind that usually stick to basic strategy and play smart, do not have any idea just what a difference extra decks in the shoe can make.

Controversy over casting in 21
06 Apr 2008

A storm of controversy has been building over the casting choices for the new blackjack card-counting movie '21', with some critics labeling the casting "discriminatory" and calling for a boycott of the film.

Platinum Play offers €400 free to Italian, German and Greek players
30 Mar 2008

Winning is everything at Platinum Play Online Casino – and their new offer is designed to keep the cash coming in. New Italian, German and Greek players will be over the moon when it comes to claiming their amazing start-up bonuses of €400 Absolutely FREE or €600 High Roller Offer.

Blackjack insurance and even money
29 Mar 2008

Even though the concept and maths are fairly simple, a lot of recreational Blackjack players fail to realise that taking Even Money is identical to making an Insurance bet.

Paris Hilton invited to become blackjack dealer at LazerWager
23 Mar 2008

Dan Del Gato, director of operations at LazerWager.com, an online sports, casino and entertainment gaming Web site, confirmed, "If Paris is looking for a new best friend to have fun with, we think this is a perfect fit! Paris loves to be in front of the camera, so why not be a guest Blackjack dealer and meet her fans from all over the world all at once? The games are fun and maybe she'll walk away with a new best friend."

Chance to win £2000 every month at William Hill Casino
14 Mar 2008

Play at William Hill's online casino and you could win £2,000 worth of Casino chips every month for a year.

Recent innovations in online gambling
08 Mar 2008

Developments in technology are allowing for new innovations in online gambling, according to one industry expert. The Global Betting and Gambling Consultants (GBGC) predicted that as broadband access increases and connection speeds improve people will soon be able to watch live horse racing on their mobile phones.

CSCasino with new blackjack bonuses
02 Mar 2008

CS Casino offers the following new bonuses, including blackjack bonuses. Check out CS Casino here.

Crazy 21 now offered online
28 Feb 2008

Leading Internet gaming software provider Entertasia is expanding the scope of its casino games with the launch of Crazy 21 and adding it to all of its licensees. Crazy 21 is based on the traditional rules of blackjack and has been developed by Entertasia to break through the limitations felt by players when taking part in a game of traditional blackjack at a live casino.

Platinum Play offers High Streak Blackjack Gold
25 Feb 2008

Platinum Play now offers European Blackjack High Streak Gold. By including an intriguing and optional High Streak side bet, this lavish yet sophisticated table game adds a new dimension to the typical European Blackjack game.

Basic blackjack rules and their exceptions
23 Feb 2008

It's fairly common knowledge that a skilled player can make a fortune counting cards in Blackjack. A new Hollywood blockbuster featuring Kevin Spacey and Kate Bosworth will be released soon. This movie is titled '21' and is about the world-famous MIT blackjack team who made millions counting cards in Las Vegas before the casinos literally fought back.

Wagerworks adds double attack blackjack
18 Feb 2008

Online gambling software developer and turnkey provider Wagerworks, a subsidiary of IGT, has launched its latest new blackjack game following the success last year of its popular Power Blackjack. The new game joins the Player's Suite series, is titled Double Attack Blackjack and features numerous player advantages including the ability to double a bet after seeing the dealer's up-card; to surrender a weak hand after any number of cards, and to double down after any number of cards.

Chance to win seat at 2009 World Series of Poker in Las Vegas
10 Feb 2008

Carnival Cruise Lines is offering passengers a chance to win cash prizes and a seat at the 2009 World Series of Poker in Las Vegas in its "Wild Winners" Tournament. The slot, blackjack and poker tournaments are being held on seven- to nine-day cruises running through October, ending in a grand final aboard Carnival's newest ship, the 3,006-passenger Carnival Splendor.

New interactive blackjack at NetPlay
06 Feb 2008

NetPlay's chairman Martin Higginson has announced plans for the launch of a new "Live Blackjack" program, together with 76 other Internet games at the interactive television company...and welcome news for investors that the company has moved into profit.

Valentine's blackjack at Zipang Casino
01 Feb 2008

Since it is the love month, the more hearts the more exciting Blackjack. Enjoy Zipang's $100 bonus for the first 20 players who will have a Blackjack with Ace of hearts and any of the 10 of hearts [10], Jack of hearts [J], Queen of hearts [Q], or King of hearts [K].

Christina Ricci loves blackjack
22 Jan 2008

Christina Ricci has revealed a new way to get her thrills - gambling. The Addams Family actress, who is starring in upcoming film Speed Racer, admitted she is finding it exciting.

Insurance at blackjack
13 Jan 2008

Lots of people play blackjack but have no idea how insurance works. Periodically the dealer will ask you if you want make an insurance bet, and most people just say "no" without knowing what the bet offers. The concept is simple enough to understand once you see the numbers.

$100 first deposit bonus until tomorrow with Hollywood Poker
01 Dec 2007

Hollywood Poker is so sure you'll love playing in its real money tournaments, cash tables, and our casino tables that it is willing to give you a special deposit bonus created just for you.

Beginners' advice - blackjack
01 Dec 2007

Starting with the dealer placing two cards on the table, each player must then decide whether or not to increase the amount of cards in their hand. The game is won by the player who has 21 (made up of an Ace and a 10, or any of the court cards, Jack, Queen or King), or has the highest numbered card. Winning hands are typically those that have cards totalling from 16 all the way to 21, although having a total of 16 will always give you a lower chance of winning. There are some games that have a bonus payout if you tie with the dealer, (called a 'push') but this is a rare occurrence.

Blackjack strategy advice - doubling soft hands
27 Nov 2007

Blackjack strategy is absolutely crucial in improving your odds of beating online casinos. This article will discuss when you should double with a soft total if the rules allow you to do so. The way you play soft hands is an integral part of Blackjack strategy that many players struggle with.

Bust cards for blackjack dealers
25 Nov 2007

How about you? How often would you say the dealer breaks when she has a 4 up? Most blackjack players don't have a clue, but are far too optimistic in their estimates.

Blackjack tournament in Duisburg, Germany
15 Nov 2007

The Casino Duisburg will host a blackjack tournament for the first time in its history on Saturday, 8 December, and Sunday, 9 December. The tournament will start at 6 p.m on the Saturday with 56 players each at 8 tables. The top three players per table and the four best fourth places will proceed to the next round. Semi-finals and finals will take place on Sunday.

Doubling at blackjack
08 Nov 2007

Playing blackjack according to the rules of basic strategy is an essential skill if you wish to keep the house advantage to a bare minimum, but there are two components of the game that are just as important: options known as doubling down and splitting.

Blackjack at Hollywood Poker
04 Nov 2007

It's easier than ever to get into casino games at HollywoodPoker. All you have to do is make your choice between Roulette and Backjack and click on the icon in the top left of your download. It's just another reason to make use of the HollywoodPoker client!

Betfair Casino's Zero Lounge reduces betting limit
02 Nov 2007

Betfair's revolutionary Casino Zero Lounge, which offers "no house edge" gambling on four popular games has opened its virtual doors to smaller stakes punters. The minimum stake in the Zero Lounge has been decreased by from GBP 5 to GBP 1 to make the concept more widely available.

New bonus system at William Hill Casino
02 Nov 2007

new William Hill Player Bonus is open to every player, every month and is structured over 20 levels with players potentially earning from £25 to over £10,000 each month. This new scheme will replace the existing bonus and reward point schemes.

$3000 bonus at Casino Tropez
22 Oct 2007

We are excited to announce that Casino Tropez is offering new players $3000 as a welcome bonus starting this week!

Strategy for online elimination blackjack
18 Oct 2007

Many people who are beginning to expose themselves to the unbelievably exciting world of online elimination blackjack are wondering precisely what strategy will serve them best in their pursuit of big winnings. And the truth of the matter is that not only novices are somewhat confounded by this issue. Even players who have spent years performing notably at blackjack tables in brick-and-mortar casinos are rightfully concerned about how effectively they will be able to make the transition to the elimination format. There can be no denying that a whole host of distinct elements make this version of the game quite different then the blackjack you may be used to. Let's look at what these differences are, and then examine how they can be surmounted successfully.

Backgammon Masters offers blackjack for real money
16 Oct 2007

The BackgammonMasters.com All-in-One Game Lobby now offers blackjack games for real money. This is after their play money blackjack turned out to be hugely successful.

Blackjack tournament on 21 October in Potsdam (Germany)
12 Oct 2007

The casino Potsdam will stage a blackjack tournament on 21 October 2007 at 4 p.m. - for an entrance fee of 50 Euro you can compete with other 27 players for one of the first seven places and for the following prizes.

Excellent promotions at Totesport
05 Oct 2007

From 4th October until 14th October Totesport will be doubling the casino sign up bonus to 125% bonus up to £250. This is to coincide with Totesport's Las Vegas promotion giveaway.

New Ultimate Blackjack Tour episode on CBS 2/29
29 Sep 2007

It all begins tomorrow: Anthony Curtis, Antonio Esfandiari, Blair Rodman are up against notorious gambling outlaws Kevin Zarnick and Christian Guitron. How will Internet qualifier John Schultz fare once the gunsmoke clears? After all, this Ultimate Blackjack Tour town is only big enough for one champion. Who will be the last man standing?

Typical blackjack mistakes - beware
25 Sep 2007

In blackjack there is usually a right way to play every hand. This is referred to as basic strategy. However players at all levels still make key mistakes when applying basic strategy. It's very easy to "play a rush" and take chances that are not profitable over the long term. The idea of basic strategy is that it minimizes the house edge, so any variation from this strategy will most likely increase the house edge, so it's advisable to avoid these errors.

The benefits of a blackjack betting system
22 Sep 2007

There is system which will help you beat the banker without getting yourself banned. Find out here.

£300 starting balance at at Platinum Play
21 Sep 2007

Start big and win big with this red hot gaming offer at Platinum Play! You get to start playing with more free chips than ever before and fulfill your passion for winning in style!

Pair beats odds to appear on TV blackjack show
18 Sep 2007

The odds were slim that Brian Soper would qualify for a seat at one of the Ultimate Blackjack Tour's televised final tables, but that was just the first of two longshots to come through for the Ypsilanti resident.

Ultimate Blackjack Tour Season Two begins
15 Sep 2007

The Ultimate Blackjack Tour has a second season of shows ready to air, and they start this Saturday (tomorrow) September 15th, 2007. Check out CBS at 2 PM Eastern.

Wicked weekends at Lasseters Online Casino
15 Sep 2007

Have you heard about the wicked weekends promotion at Lasseters? Each month players can receive some hefty match offer bonuses when they play at the casino on the weekends! To be eligible, you must make a deposit/s during the previous 7 days and wager it at least 10 times prior to the bonus offer being emailed to them. Your total deposits determine the amount of the offer that can be claimed at any time during the promotional period.

New mobile phone games to come at Rank casinos
15 Sep 2007

Rank, a leading gaming group with a portfolio including online casino Blue Square and land-based bingo chain Mecca Bingo, has signed a deal with Probability Games for the provision mobile casino games over a three-year period.

Big new casino in Wales
15 Sep 2007

Anti-gambling campaigners have renewed their attack on the industry as Wales's biggest casino opens in Swansea. The £13m Aspers casino is expected to attract 10,000 people a week and see £4.5m spent on gambling over the course of the next year. The casino, which will employ 300 and have a gaming area of more than 45,000sq ft, is in the city center's Salubrious Place development. X Factor runner-up Ray Quinn is headlining the opening night on Thursday, which comes less than a week since new gambling laws were introduced in Britain.

Card counting - an overview
01 Sep 2007

Card counting allows you to keep track of certain cards played. The trick is to count only certain cards by putting a tag on specific cards, such as +1 for small cards like 2, 3, 4, 5, and 6, and -1 for the high cards like 10, picture cards and aces. Then it's just a matter of counting the tags of each of these cards as they are played. Card counters look at each card and continue the process of adding the tags to arrive at a sum, which is known as the running count.

How legal is virtual blackjack?
30 Aug 2007

In a private meeting with Governor Carcieri in May, one of the owners of the state's largest slot parlor laid out a wish list for Twin River that included the introduction of "virtual" blackjack, reel-to-reel slot machines akin to what gambling aficionados might see in a casino outside Rhode Island, and 24-hour gambling.

Malta - the next online gaming paradise?
29 Aug 2007

It is rumoured that 27 online gambling companies are planning to move their headwuarters to Malta. As you know, Britain has recently relaxed online gambing advertising rules and has created a white list of locations from which online gambling companies can advertise the UK market. Countries within the European Economic Area (EEA), such as Gibraltar and Malta, were automatically qualified as they already impose strict regulation of online gambling firms. The Isle of Man and Alderney were also placed on the list.

300% sign-up bonus on Grandonline
29 Aug 2007

Grand Online will help you get started with a super rich get-started bonus of 300% on your first deposit from $25 to $100. That will triple your playing power and chances of winning. Plus, if you act now, Grand Online will give you an additional $25 free.

Stick to your blackjack strategy
23 Aug 2007

It is estimated that around 95 percent of blackjack players don't play proper basic strategy with their hands. If only they did, they would only have a disadvantage of 0.5% against the house. However, the typical experienced blackjack veteran makes enough mistakes with his hands to triple that house edge, for example by not hitting soft 18 or not hitting 12 or not splitting 9 etc.

A few bad blackjack strategies
21 Aug 2007

There are a lot of bad blackjack strategies around. Here is an overview of just a few of them.

Sweet 16 at blackjack
20 Aug 2007

No matter how experienced you are - it is very easy to make mistakes at blackjack while you play. One of the most common mistakes at blackjack occurs when a player holds a 16. It makes people nervous to hit 16 for the fear of busting, especially when the dealer holds a card like 7 - this is often when players for some reason decide to stand and hope that the dealer busts.