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- Real Casinos News Archive> 888.com to launch five more CryptoLogic games in 2009
A total of eight games to be enjoyed by 888's global player base
by the end of the year
July 7, 2009 (Dublin, IRELAND) - CryptoLogic Limited, a world leader
in Internet casino and branded gaming software, today announced
an expansion of its relationship with 888 Holdings plc ("888")
that will bring five new games to some of the world's most popular
Internet gaming sites. 888.com, the flagship English-language casino
site, plans to feature eight CryptoLogic games by the end of 2009.
"The relationship between CryptoLogic and 888.com continues
to grow, driven by our mutual commitment to a superior player experience,"
said Brian Hadfield, CryptoLogic's President and CEO. "It's
exciting to have one of the biggest names in e-gaming choosing CryptoLogic
games. CryptoLogic and 888 both recognize that in today's internet
gaming market, playability means profitability."
888 owns and operates various globally popular gaming sites, including
888.com, Casino-on Net.com, pacificpoker.com, 888ladies.com and
888sport.com. CryptoLogic's games will be rolled out across all
of 888's sites, in multiple languages by the end of Q1 2010.
"888's success is built on offering a comprehensive selection
and a powerful, trustworthy entertainment experience - and CryptoLogic's
games help us deliver just that," said Gigi Levy, CEO of 888
Holdings plc. "CryptoLogic's games have earned acclaim from
our players, and delivered strong numbers for our business. We are
confident that these new CryptoLogic games will be both popular
and profitable."
Boasting more than 280 games, CryptoLogic has one of the most comprehensive
casino suites on the Internet today, with games featuring some of
the world's most famous action and entertainment characters. CryptoLogic
has earned rave reviews from industry peers and players alike, and
in 2009 earned Gambling Online Magazine's Top Casino Software award
for the fourth consecutive year. Based on the votes of players around
the world, it is widely considered the industry's top honour.
"888.com is one of the world's marquee e-gaming brands, and
a perfect match for CryptoLogic's extraordinary e-gaming innovation.
With five more dynamic CryptoLogic games launching in the next six
months, we are happy to provide more games for more players to enjoy,"
said Justin Thouin, CryptoLogic's Vice President.
About 888 Holdings plc (www.888holdings.com)
888 is one of the world's most popular online gaming entertainment
companies, offering a variety of online casino, poker, sport, and
bingo games as well as Live Dealer and Backgammon through its various
websites 888.com, Casino-on-Net.com, PacificPoker.com, 888sport
and 888ladies. In addition 888 provides B2B services through its
Dragonfish line of business to selected business partners. 888's
shares are listed on the main market of the London Stock Exchange
and are a constituent of the FTSE250 index.
About CryptoLogic® (www.cryptologic.com)
Focused on integrity and innovation, CryptoLogic Limited is a leading
public developer and supplier of Internet gaming software. Its leadership
in regulatory compliance makes it one of the very few companies
with gaming software that is certified to strict standards similar
to land-based gaming. WagerLogic® Limited, a wholly-owned subsidiary
of CryptoLogic, is responsible for the licensing of its gaming software
and services to blue-chip customers that offer their games to non-U.S.
based players around the world. For information on WagerLogic, please
visit www.wagerlogic.com.
CryptoLogic's common shares trade on the Toronto Stock Exchange
(CRY, CXY), the NASDAQ Global Select Market (CRYP) and the Main
Market of the London Stock Exchange (CRP).
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