How to Play from America at Restricted Betting Sites
by Jack Reider on 2007-09-24Foreword
Online gaming received a serious blow when the American Federal government passed the Ports Law banning any financial institution from sending or receiving money to and from any company that is related to online betting. But, as expected, only scared away the big companies such as PlayTech. Smaller ones either kept on operating or opened new companies with new names. Here is a list of some of bigger names still accepting players from the USA.
So how can one locate safe and secure casinos since so many sprouted up like mushrooms after the rains? Below, I will list some of the more secure gaming house where you can play relatively without any fear if you reside in the United States.
How Can You Play Casino Games Online?
One of the first things new casinos did is change their financial names so that any transaction between you and them will not come under this ban. Most have done it so cleverly that you can even use your American Express or Diners Club card without any hitches. If you anxious you can also opt for other online banking systems such as those offered by MoneyBrokers or Neteller.
What Does It Matter to Me?
If you are one of those who likes to be told where and how to spend your money then this ban will not bother you at all. But if you feel that your money is yours and that no government can tell you what to do with it then this law is a travesty. When it comes to legal advice, no one will tell you to go online and play at an online casino. But what about us? What about we that like it? Every prohibition caused black markets to prosper. So too this one. But, there are still quite a few online casinos that are backed by safe game entities that are trustworthy.
List of Online Casinos Where Players from America Can Play
1) ClubUSA Casino is backed by Real Time Gaming, one of the oldest gambling companies in the business. If you are from the States and want to play at this online casino you will have to use Wire Card to transfer cash from and to your account. In addition, for every dollar you add they will do the same and add it to your account. This goes on until you reach 750 dollars.
2) Roxy Palace uses software developed and managed by the reliable software company, MicroGaming. Specific intrinsic details have been graphically enhanced and particular casino sounds have been added. This ensures your online experience is as similar to going to a land casino as is virtually possible. Their customer service is fast and friendly as well.
3) Golden Casino is rumoured to belong to the online entity Golden Palace. Yes. They are the one that used publicity stunts such as buying a pizza with a holy figure on it or paying people to run topless or naked and disrupt sporting events. Even so, this new online casino has a lot to offer. They hand out a vast number of daily free awards and the number of games that one can play increases weekly.
4) Crystal Palace:
With a platform that is as clear as crystal, this online gaming entity boasts an extra-safe 128-coding system that is far superior to those offered by most of the other online casinos. The variety of games is just about average and the download speed is quite quick, but these are not what make this casino attractive. For those looking for a super-secure playing environment, pick it. If not, I suggest you opt for one of the other casinos.
5) Any casino that belongs to the Fortune Lounge group is one that any player from anywhere in the world can safely play and enjoy. Royal Vegas Casino is the top one from this group, and to those from America, still accepting US players. It also uses MicroGaming and uses their assistance in the day-to-day running of the casino software.
Conclusion:
Although one can find quite a few online casinos that still cater to the American crowd, and although I have listed but five of these, do not understand that I am recommending these in any way. While trust and professionalism is subjective, I recommend you think very carefully if you want to risk going against federal statue and break federal law.
About The Author: Jack Reider is very fond of all kinds of table games such as poker, blackjack but especially baccarat and roulette.