Joel Loynds

Manchester

Freelance Writer at Freelance

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Articles

I've been using the Corsair Void Wireless V2 this month and here's what this pair of wireless cans gets you

1 week ago | pcgamer.com | Joel Loynds

The Corsair Void Wireless V2 is the latest gaming headset refresh from the peripheral company. While they don't overtly dazzle, they're a versatile entry to the roster with simplicity at the heart. Gaming headsets have become a key element for a lot of players. Esports like Call of Duty and Counter-Strike 2 become four-dimensional tactical experiences once you find that pair of cans that fits the bill.
Konami bets big on Europe as it launches first online slots

2 weeks ago | flipboard.com | Joel Loynds

'Every single decision I'm making is not just about if the business is good, but if we'll be able to take care of the 250 people we have in the …
Agua Caliente Casino Rancho Mirage adds 12,000 sq ft of gaming space

2 weeks ago | flipboard.com | Joel Loynds

1 day agoDesigned by Eggers & Wilkman, the 1958 Rancho Mirage home has Carrara marble floors, decorative wood screens, and a courtyard with a fountain. Location: 70378 Pecos Road, Rancho Mirage, California Price: $5,995,000 Year Built: 1958 Architects: Henry Eggers & Walter Wilkman Footprint: 7,566 square feet …
I've had the first modular handheld gaming PC in my paws... and I'm rather scared I'm going to break it

3 weeks ago | pcgamer.com | Joel Loynds

The Ayaneo 3 is the company's 15th release since the Ayaneo 2S and 1S, and while it's great for gaming on, it is still riddled with typical Ayaneo handheld issues. It doesn't help that on top of this rolling snowball of issues, Windows is doing its irritating dance. If you thought that the complaints about Windows on these handhelds were tired, unfortunately, I have bad news for you. However, this isn't to say the Ayaneo 3 is bad. It really isn't when it's doing what it was made to do: play games.
Google and Apple sweepstakes casino RICO lawsuit dropped by plaintiff

1 month ago | readwrite.com | Joel Loynds

A sweepstakes casino lawsuit implicating Google and Apple has been withdrawn by the plaintiff. The plaintiff from New Jersey, Julian Bargo, went against the High 5 Casino, while including Google and Apple. Now, the case has been completely canceled. According to reports, no reason has been given as to why. However, it did get dismissed just as the court was supposed to hear reasons for dismissal. Bargo claims that he lost over $1000 in bets.
Star Entertainment ex-lawyer breaks down as casino junket case rolls on

1 month ago | readwrite.com | Joel Loynds

Star Entertainment’s woes continue, after weeks of speculation surrounding its solvency. Now, the court has heard further from the ongoing lawsuit between it and the Australian Securities and Investments Commission (ASIC). The lawsuit targets nine former executives and directors, bringing allegations of lack of checks and management of risk. This includes potential money laundering from one of its own private betting rooms, Salon 95.
Paddy Power founder hits out at slot machine speeds

1 month ago | readwrite.com | Joel Loynds

A Paddy Power founder has come out against new UK government rulings that have hit online slots. However, Stewart Kenny, wants further restrictions on slot design to prevent addictiveness. Some slot games provided by iGaming sites have very rapid spins. The idea is similar to some video game designs, where the more information and speed provided, the more likely the user is to reengage.
German gambling firm Merkur hit with major cyberattack

1 month ago | readwrite.com | Joel Loynds

Merkur, a major player in Germany’s gambling and iGaming scene, has experienced a major security breach. The incident has resulted in a reported 800,000 users affected by the hack. Use data was exposed by an unprotected API. Essentially, the frameworks of what make up Merkur’s games weren’t set up properly. This left data like full names and other account details left exposed to the open web. In a blog, security expert Lilith Wittmann took a further look at the breach.
North Carolina police stamp out two illegal gambling rings

1 month ago | readwrite.com | Joel Loynds

Police in North Carolina have managed to shut down two illegal gambling operations. The first links back to another case where an arcade manager was found to be running an illegal gambling ring with 50 machines seized in a raid. The arcade manager was shot last week, leaving him injured. Ibrahim Durra, the manager, cooperated with law enforcement to allow them to enter the property.
SAFE Bet Act reintroduced to Congress as gambling scrutinized

1 month ago | readwrite.com | Joel Loynds

The SAFE Bet Act (Supporting Affordability & Fairness with Every Bet) has been reintroduced to Congress. Originally introduced last year in September, the SAFE Bet Act intends to bring oversight at the federal level. At a press conference yesterday, March 11, US Representative Paul Tonko and Senator Richard Blumenthal announced the reintroduction of the bill. The 40-minute conference is available on YouTube in full, as they go into full detail about what they’re trying to curb.