Cryptologic

Cryptologic Slot Machines Cryptologic is an award-winning company and one of the leading software developers of online casino games. They are originally based in Toronto, Canada but now have corporate headquarters in Europe. They offer software both in a download version and as an instant play Java version. The company was founded in 1995 and in 1996, they went live on the internet with their first online casino, InterCasino. They were the first software developer to offer multi-player games in their casino suite and one of the first 'play-for-money' online casinos. That same year they became publicly traded on the Canadian Dealer Network (CDN). By 1998, Cryptologic commenced trading on the Toronto Stock Exchange. By 2000, they were trading on the NASDAQ National market and later on the London Stock Exchange.

In 1999, Cryptologic signed William Hill to their list of licensees. William Hill is a major UK-based gaming brand that has been around since 1934 and the first land-based operator to set up a casino online. A few years later they signed Littlewoods Gaming, another major UK gaming brand that was founded back in 1923. Cryptologic was one of the first companies to adhere to strict standards similar to the ones that live casinos must adhere to. They were one of the first companies to launch casino games based on the popular computer game Bejeweled as well as super-hero characters such as The Hulk and X-Men from Marvel Comics. They were granted a patent in the UK for The Millionaire's Club, which was one of Cryptologic's innovations. Millionaire's Club record-breaking jackpot was later won in 2006. The game has made more instant millionaires than any other online game in history. 2006 was also the same year that Cryptologic partnered up with Playboy Entertainment to launch Playboy's new online casino. Cryptologic has also secured the rights to develop games based on Marvel Comics characters Spider-Man and The Fantastic Four

Cryptologic has branched out in the European by signing up several high profile licensees such as Betsafe in Scandinavia and the Dutch-government owned Holland Casino. They also began to branch out in the Asian market by signing Memorandum of Understanding with Brilliance Technology Co. and 568 Network, Inc. Also in 2007, they joined with the World Poker Tour to launch the website WorldPokerTour.com.

Cryptologic's software has evolved over the years with many versions. Their software has extremely realistic graphics and sound effects. They have over 200 different games available in various casinos across the web and the company is constantly in development for new games. Many of their casinos are different from other traditional casinos in that they not only offer a sign-up bonus with a player's deposit but also offer monthly bonuses.

With some casinos closing their doors suddenly while still owing players money, casinos that use Cryptologic's software are regarded as some of the most trusted and secure casinos on the web. They also offer a wide selection of games just like a live casino. WagerLogic® Limited, which is a subsidiary of CryptoLogic, is responsible for the licensing of its gaming software and services to blue-chip customers across the globe. However, Cryptologic does not accept any wagers from U.S.-based players due to the U.S. Senate passing the Unlawful Gaming Act which was enacted into a law in 2006, which restricts all online gambling within the U.S.

Cryptologic powers one of the Top Five poker rooms available on the web and their games are offered in multiple languages and currencies. They have processed more than $54 billion in secure electronic transactions for their players in various countries across the world.

In 2008, Cryptologic entered a three-year contract with Sky Betting and Gaming, which is part of BSkyB Group, the UK's leading entertainment brand. Under an agreement through Cryptologic's subsidiary WagerLogic Ltd., a selection of the companies' top, non-downloadable games will be available at SkyVegas.com by 2009. Sky Betting & Gaming is just one of the top international gaming brands to team up with Cryptologic. Other companies to use their software are 888.com and BetJacks.com. Cryptologic also signed a deal with Gaming Media Group, the same company that owns The Poker Channel and PokerHeaven.com, a popular European poker room.

After over a decade amidst an ever-growing market, Cryptologic is still one of the leading innovators of online gaming software. They have an award-winning line of games that include the ever-popular Frightmare series of slot machines, Rags to Riches, and the Rapid Fire jackpot series. These slot have been known top trigger their jackpots more frequently than any other developers casino games. In 2008, Cryptologic was awarded Gambling Online Magazine's Top Casino Software award for the third consecutive year in a row. The award is based on player votes and is considered the online industry's top honor. Some of the casinos that are powered by Cryptologic's software are William Hill, VIP Casino, Littlewoods Casino, The Sands of the Caribbean, Omni Casino, and the Ritz Club London.