Online Slots Prove Top Choice for UK Internet Gamblers

by Margaret Oliveira, News Staff Writer

June 14, 2008

Apparently, online slots are predicted to become the next best thing to white bread. My only question is since when were slots given this grandiose title? I thought slots already were the next best thing to white...err, wheat bread (Believe me, not only is it better for you, it tastes better too!).

On that note, what I really want to see is a study showing that online slots are actually good for your health...maybe even getting a classification as health food! Entertainment is a great diversion for treating stress, so why not right?

Okay, but where am I going with all this you ask? According to the UK gambling group, Vernons, which was recently acquired by Sportech plc, slots make up the largest portion of online casino gambling revenue in the tightly regulated UK online gambling industry. Although their report is specific to their own operations, statistical findings like these generally dictate trends in the overall landscape of any industry.

Vernons claims they have seen a tenfold rise in slots players at their online casino in the last six months, translating into some pretty hefty progressive slots jackpots. Vernons' "Clover Rollover" has been increasing by £10,000 per day, accumulating over £300,000 in the last month alone. The current jackpot is worth £674,260, which is bound to grow even faster and larger with more players taking note.

While Vernons stats primarily speak for themselves, several other UK online casinos are showing just as impressive numbers. 32Red and Roxy Palace continue to lead the pack of top Microgaming online casinos, while Virgin Casino shines for Wager Works, Golden Palace for Playtech and InterCasino for Cryptologic software.

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