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Tennessee Panel OKs 5th Online Sportsbook Operator
A Tennessee panel conditionally approved a license for a fifth sportsbook operator Wednesday under the state’s online-only sports betting program.
Submitted by Associated Press on, Jan/07/2021
US Sports Bet Revenue Could hit $3B in 2021; NY Backs Mobile
On a day when New York’s governor did an about-face and embraced mobile sports betting as a way to deal with financial losses stemming from the coronavirus pandemic, a company that tracks gambling legislation and performance predicted that revenue from legal sports betting could reach $3.1 billion in 2021 and as much as $10 billion within five years.
Submitted by Associated Press on, Jan/06/2021
BetAmerica Sportsbook to be Absorbed Into TwinSpires
Churchill Downs Incorporated (“CDI” or “Company”) (Nasdaq: CHDN) announced today it will move to a single brand strategy for its online wagering segment by rebranding the Company’s sportsbook and iGaming platform as TwinSpires.
Submitted by Press Release on, Jan/05/2021
GAN Limited Completes Acquisition of Coolbet
GAN Limited (the “Company” or “GAN”) (NASDAQ: GAN), a leading business-to-business supplier of internet gaming software-as-a-service solutions to the U.S. land-based casino industry, today announced the completion of the Vincent Group p.l.c. (“Coolbet”) acquisition for a total purchase price of €149.1 million (or $175.9 million) 1 in cash and stock, as adjusted pursuant to the Share Exchange Agreement.
Submitted by Press Release on, Jan/05/2021
William Hill Launches Washington D.C. Mobile Sports Book
William Hill US, America’s leading sports book operator, today launched its William Hill Sports Book App in Washington D.C., following approval of the D.C. Office of Lottery and Gaming. Available for use within a two-block radius around Capital One Arena (excluding federal buildings), the William Hill mobile app offers sports fans a betting experience with a broad and deep array of markets and bet types, including Parlay Cards and live InPlay wagering for their favorite teams, all at a tap of a finger. The app also includes a quick and secure registration process and various options to deposit and withdraw funds.
Submitted by Press Release on, Dec/29/2020
VSiN and iHeartMedia Announce Wide-Ranging Multimedia Partnership
VSiN, The Sports Betting Network, today announced the expansion of its partnership with iHeartMedia to significantly increase its audio reach. As part of this wide-ranging multimedia partnership, on Jan. 1, 2021 VSiN will move its dedicated streaming radio station to iHeartRadio, the leading all-in-one free digital music, streaming radio and podcasting platform, bringing VSiN’s unique coverage of the sports betting markets to more listeners than ever, completely free for the first time.
Submitted by Press Release on, Dec/29/2020
Can I Bet on MyBookie.ag From Florida
You can bet on MyBookie.ag from the Sunshine State but there are so many other great choices from Florida. How about a sportsbook that allows you to open a betting account with just an email anonymously and pays in a matter of hours?
Submitted by Mary Montgomery on, Dec/24/2020
Tennessee Saw $131M in Nov. Sports Bets; $2.4M Tax Revenue
Tennessee’s new online-only sports betting program saw $131.4 million in gross wagers last month, yielding almost $2.4 million in privilege taxes for the state, officials said Wednesday.
Submitted by Associated Press on, Dec/23/2020
Can I Bet on the FoxBet App From Indiana?
In partnership with an Indiana casino, Fox Bet is in the process of launching apps and online sports betting in the Hoosier State.
Submitted by Don Shapiro on, Dec/21/2020
TOP 20 Slot & Casinos Sites 2020: World Rating
In our ever-growing realm, Internet gaming has evolved substantially in past years – thanks primarily to mobile gaming growth. The Internet gaming industry is about to reach a value of $80 billion by 2026 as more and more gamblers move to play on the Internet.
Submitted by Payton on, Dec/21/2020
Billion Dollar Suit Reinstated Against PokerStars
The Kentucky Supreme Court on Thursday reinstated an award of more than $1 billion against the world's largest online poker company, PokerStars.
Submitted by Nagesh Rath on, Dec/17/2020
Bitcoin Blasts Past $23K
The digital currency Bitcoin continues to shatter all-time records this week, hitting a peak price of $23751 during the early morning hours of Thursday.
Submitted by Aaron Goldstein on, Dec/17/2020
Another Month, Another Sports Bet Record in NJ: $931M in Nov
New Jersey gamblers wagered more than $931 million on sports in November, the latest in a string of monthly records set by a rapidly growing market that's closing in on the $1 billion-a-month mark.
Submitted by Associated Press on, Dec/15/2020
Hard Rock Casino Goes Digital
Hard Rock International (HRI), a global leader in hospitality and entertainment, today announced the launch of Hard Rock Digital as part of its ongoing commitment to innovation and diversification of its portfolio in high-growth markets. Hard Rock Digital is a joint venture with gaming industry veterans, and will be the exclusive Hard Rock and Seminole Gaming (SGA) vehicle for interactive gaming and sports betting, globally.
Submitted by Press Release on, Dec/14/2020
Casino Games to Look Forward to in 2021
We can all agree that 2020 has been a pretty testing year. We cannot wait to see the back of it and look forward to what 2021 has in store.
Submitted by Payton on, Dec/14/2020
GOP Mega Donor, Casino Billionaire Sheldon Adelson Pushes for Casinos in Texas
Texas currently has just one casino that only offers electronic gaming machines
Submitted by Alejandro Botticelli on, Dec/11/2020
The Megapari Betting Service and Offers Available
When you take a look at the betting industry as a whole, you will see that bookmakers have no choice but to make their service high quality.
Submitted by Payton on, Dec/09/2020
Foxwoods Partners with DraftKings Despite No Sports Betting
One of Connecticut’s two tribal casinos on Monday announced a partnership with the sports betting company DraftKings, even though the state has still not enacted legislation that would legalize online gambling on sports.
Submitted by Associated Press on, Dec/08/2020
BetOnline's Dave Mason Begs Jets for a Win: Most Bettors on 0-16
Any Jets win still pays out $17 for every $10 bet with just five games left.
Submitted by Don Shapiro on, Dec/05/2020
GGPoker Makes Instagram Playboy Dan Bilzerian Its New Ambassador
Upstart online poker room GGPoker made waves Friday after announcing Instagram Playboy Dan Bilzerian as its new pro poke representative.
Submitted by Nagesh Rath on, Dec/04/2020
Pete Rose Becomes New Spokesperson for VegasWinners.com
Reno, NV, VegasWINNERS, Inc. announced today that Baseball’s all-time hits leader Pete Rose is back in the spotlight as spokesperson for VegasWINNERS national marketing campaign. VegasWINNERS.com provides sports betting enthusiasts with high quality analysis, research, data, guidance and professional advice.
Submitted by Press Release on, Dec/03/2020
Michigan Nears Launch of Online Sports Betting
Michigan casinos could launch online sports betting and gambling games in December once state lawmakers waive the remaining time they have to review proposed licensing rules.
Submitted by Associated Press on, Nov/30/2020
Bally’s Buys Sports Betting Tech Company, Closes AC Purchase
Bally’s Corp. has purchased a sports betting technology company for $125 million and has finalized the purchase of a casino in Atlantic City.
Submitted by Associated Press on, Nov/19/2020
Australia Inquiry Flags Cancelling Crown Resorts Casino Licence
An Australian regulatory inquiry raised the prospect on Thursday of cancelling the casino licence of gambling giant Crown Resorts Ltd CWN.AX over alleged corporate governance failures, casting a shadow over the company weeks before a $1.6 billion resort opening.
Submitted by Reuters on, Nov/12/2020
Rio Hotel and Casino to Reopen on Dec. 22
Once the home of the World Series of Poker, the Caesars Entertainment-owned Rio Hotel and Casino is set to reopen December 22, 2020.
Submitted by Aaron Goldstein on, Nov/12/2020
FanDuel Partner Entercom Acquires QL Gaming Group
FanDuel partner Entercom has acquired direct-to-consumer sports betting technology and analytics leader QL Gaming Group in an all cash deal for approximately $32 million.
Submitted by Aaron Goldstein on, Nov/09/2020
Is MyBookie Legal in North Carolina?
MyBookie is a popular online sportsbook that is accessible from North Carolina At this time they are not endorsed by Gambling911.com. Instead, we recommend Jazz Sports, in business since 1996.
Submitted by Tony Caliente on, Nov/02/2020
Can't Access Action 24/7 From Outside Tennessee to Bet Sports
Action 24/7 is the new and exciting first of its kind in the world of US-based legalized sports betting as a local company with little gambling experience enters the Tennessee marketplace.
Submitted by Aaron Goldstein on, Nov/01/2020
Can I Bet on Fanduel With My Mobile Device From Tennessee?
FanDuel, BetMGM and Draftkings were all set to launch their mobile sports betting products Sunday November 1 just in time for the halfway mark of the NFL. Tennessee is the first state to legalize online sports betting without being home to a single land-based casino.
Submitted by Aaron Goldstein on, Nov/01/2020
Can I Bet on MyBookie.ag From Texas?
MyBookie.ag is a popular online sports betting site accessible from Texas, however, Gambling911.com's BetOnline (SBR A+ Rating) has some of the best current deals with a signup bonus up to $1000, payouts in just a few hours and the most competitive odds.
Submitted by Gilbert Horowitz on, Oct/31/2020
Breaking News
NFL Inks Sports Bet Deals With Caesars, FanDuel, DraftKings
Once one of the staunchest opponents of allowing people to bet legally on its games, the NFL on Thursday announced deals with three major gambling companies to become official sports betting partners.
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