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Handpay Jackpots: Taxes, Identification, Tipping and the Pause Before Rebetting

1 September 2026

A handpay begins when a machine pauses normal play and casino staff must verify and deliver an award. The interruption may be tied to tax reporting, a payment threshold, machine capability or local procedure. It does not mean every handpay is a taxable profit, and it does not mean tax has [...]

Why Most Casino Jackpots Are Designed to Keep You Hooked, Not Make You Rich

17 July 2025

There’s something magical about the word “jackpot.” It carries weight. It stirs up visions of life-changing money, flashing lights, and cheers from strangers as the machine pours out riches. Whether it’s on the slots, a progressive poker payout, or a huge bingo win, the idea of [...]

Why Chasing Jackpots Is a Trap (And How to Play for Real Wins Instead)

13 July 2025

There’s something hypnotic about a spinning jackpot display. The numbers ticking upward. The flashing lights. The booming sound effects when someone, somewhere, hits it big. Progressive slots are like sirens calling out to every dreamer who walks through the casino. “You could be [...]

Jackpot of a Lifetime: What One Massive Spin Teaches Us All

27 June 2025

It’s the kind of hit gamblers dream about. One spin. One shot. One perfect moment when all the reels line up and the impossible happens — the jackpot of a lifetime. You’ve seen the footage. Someone throws down a wild bet — maybe $100, maybe more. The machine lights up. There’s [...]

Why Chasing Jackpots Can Cost You More Than You Think

16 June 2025

We’ve all seen the clips. The flashing lights. The wild celebration. A player hits the jackpot and the machine practically explodes with noise. Suddenly, a life-changing win… or at least that’s how it looks. It’s easy to get caught up in the “big win fantasy”—the idea [...]

Is This the Best New Slot Machine in the Casino?

2 June 2025

I’m not usually one to fall for the hype when it comes to new slot machines. Most of the time, a fresh cabinet and a slick video intro just mean another reskin of the same formula: spin, bonus bait, nothing new. But every once in a while, a machine drops that actually earns its spot on [...]

Slotblox Slot Machine at 888 Games

23 April 2022

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Dafabet Casino Open Now To Global Players

15 December 2018

Dafabet Casino is Going Global! Having focused on the Australian and New Zealand markets since its inception, the time has come for the casino to broaden its horizons and offer its great range of games to players from all around the globe. [...]

Fortune Has Arrived (Fu Dao Le) at PlayOjo Casino

20 August 2017

Looking for a great Asian-themed slot machine? Fu Dao Le ("Fortune Has Arrived") is a 5 reel and 243 ways to win slot, that's now available online. It's also available to play in many land based casinos. The free spins feature has Multiplier Wilds and Stacked Reveal symbols, a Progressive Pick feature and 4 progressive jackpots. [...]

Dr Jekyll Goes Wild Slot Machine at SlotsMagic Casino

19 August 2017

Play the Dr Jekyll Goes Wild online slot machine right now at SlotsMagic Casino. This great online casino currently gives you a 100% bonus when you join, and some free spins too! Take advantage of their generosity whilst it last, and look forward to super fast payouts and excellent customer service! [...]

Tarzan Slot Machine – MicroGaming – Coming Soon!

26 November 2016

There's a brand new slot machine coming soon to EUCasino and other SKillOnNet casinos, called Tarzan. Released by MicroGaming, Tarzan is due for release at most online casinos by the end of the year. But EuCasino and others are getting it EARLY - on the 7th December, so I thought you'd like to know NOW. [...]

Play Titanic Slot Machine Online at EuCasino

27 May 2016

Director James Cameron’s epic 1997 movie hit about the sinking of the Titanic on its maiden voyage is one of the finest movies ever made. Bally Slot Technologies created a land based casino version of the Titanic Slot Machine a few years ago, and that has been in land based casinos around the world ever since. Now you can play the Titanic Slot Machine online. [...]

Golden Tour Slot Machine at Dafabet Casino

7 February 2016

With the Golden Tour Slot Machine at Dafabet Casino, you’ve got a date with 18 holes of big payoffs and some cold drinks! Playtech gives us a great slot machine game that will suit those of you that love golf. [...]

Las Vegas Slot Machines Roundup 2015

3 October 2015

Many of these popular Las Vegas slot machines can now be found online. You can play various Bally titles at EUCasino and others. Expect this trend to continue as slot machine manufacturing companies aim to greatly expand the reach of their slot machines to global audiences. [...]

40 Free Spins on Hulk Slot Machine, No Deposit Required

30 May 2015

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