Microgaming

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Microgaming
Type Private
Industry
Founded1994;29 years ago (1994)
Headquarters
Key people
Stephen Fisk (CEO)
Number of employees
200+
Website microgaming.co.uk

Microgaming is a privately held gambling software company based in the Isle of Man. [1] The company first developed online casino software in 1994. [2]

Overview

In May 2009, Microgaming's progressive slot Mega Moolah paid out $6,374,434, the largest online casino pay-out to date. A new Guinness world record was set on 6 October 2015 when it paid £13,209,300 (equivalent to €17,879,645 at the time) to a British soldier. [3] [4]

In May 2016, the company launched games for virtual reality using Oculus Rift technology with a focus on roulette. [5]

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References

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