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Mobster Brought in to Assist in Wake of Alabama Betting Scandal

Mobster Brought in to Assist in Wake of Alabama Betting Scandal

Nick Saban said the Alabama football program’s gambling education included a talk from former mobster Michael Franzese.

Submitted by Mary Montgomery on, Jul/13/2023

New Barstool Sportsbook Site Launches

"The Barstool Sportsbook app has been upgraded to deliver you an even better betting experience. We have expanded markets with more betting options, created a more user friendly app and navigation, better cashout availability and a new wallet & cashier experience."

Submitted by Gilbert Horowitz on, Jul/12/2023

NCAA: 175 Sports Betting Violations Since 2018, 17 Active Probes

NCAA: 175 Sports Betting Violations Since 2018

Athletes, coaches and administrators committed violations ranging from $5 wagers to “providing inside information” and that the active investigations have a similar span in severity.

Submitted by Gilbert Horowitz on, Jul/12/2023

Tucker Carlson, The Blaze Forum Winner Betting Odds

Tucker Carlson, The Blaze Forum Winner Betting Odds

Includes odds on who says "RINO" and "WOKE" first.

Submitted by Press Release on, Jul/12/2023

Why is Sports Betting Illegal in California?

Why is Sports Betting Illegal in California?

Sports betting has come a long way within a very short space of time in the US, with more than 30 states now allowing wagering within their shores.

Submitted by Payton on, Jul/12/2023

Fox Bet Gone? Extinction Possible as Murdochs Face Make or Break Decision

Flutter can walk away from the Fox Bet joint venture next month (August 2023), which means either Fox steps up with its own funding and organization to run it, or the Fox Bet brand goes the way of the dinosaurs.

Submitted by Aaron Goldstein on, Jul/12/2023

Security Cameras Captured Damning Evidence in Alabama Betting Scandal

“[Video cameras] can see the [text] conversation back-and-forth" between two alleged conspirators. “It couldn’t have been any more reckless.”  And they were using the encrypted Signal app.  DOH!!!!

Submitted by Gilbert Horowitz on, Jul/11/2023

Christie Says Trump Will Enter Plea: Payout for Doing So Still $250 on a $100 Bet

Christie Says Trump Will Enter Plea: Payout for Doing So Still $250 on a $100 Bet

Trump "goes to bed every night thinking about the sound of that jail cell door closing behind him," Christie claims.

Submitted by Gilbert Horowitz on, Jul/11/2023

Unibet Vows Fixes Following Gambling911 Scathing Reports

Our own Thomas Somach had highlighted how folks were unable to place bets with the Unibet mobile app over extended periods of time in the state.

Submitted by Gilbert Horowitz on, Jul/10/2023

Barstool Sports Confirms Early Cashouts on Pending Wagers Will Be Affected by Platform Change

Barstool Sports Confirms Early Cashouts on Pending Wagers Will Be Affected by Platform Change

There has been some confusion in regard to Barstool Sportsbook notifying customers that "Open wagers placed prior to July 10, 2023 will not be eligible for cash out following the re-launch".

Submitted by Gilbert Horowitz on, Jul/10/2023

Can't Bet the All Star Game at Barstool Sportsbook, Open Wagers Placed Before Downtime Ineligible for Cash Out

Site is scheduled to be down all week long.

Submitted by Nagesh Rath on, Jul/10/2023

Mouth: 'Main Event is Just a Money Grab Now'

Mike Matusow unleashes on WSOP Main Event for reging with 60bb when 6k players already out.

Submitted by Ace King on, Jul/09/2023

Barstool Sports to Shut Down Sportsbook: Kambi Out

Barstool Sports to Shut Down Sportsbook: New Platform Coming

The site anticipates being down for 72 hours through much of the MLB All Star Break.

Submitted by Gilbert Horowitz on, Jul/08/2023

The Clown Files: Maine Has White Supremacist Sympathizer in Charge of Sports Betting (Update)

What Milt Champion tweeted out was more than just "racially insensitive"...and this is the person in charge of gambling regulation in Maine?  Now he was just handed a one week suspension after enjoying time off with pay.

Submitted by Frank Doyle on, Jul/07/2023

Playboy Casino Chip Redemptions No Longer Allowed in NJ... 40 Years After Casino Shuts Down

David Rebuck, director of the New Jersey Division of Gaming Enforcement, issued an emergency order on Friday July, 7, 2023, putting an immediate end to the checks from the Playboy Casino.

Submitted by Jagajeet Chiba on, Jul/07/2023

NFL Policy Prohibits Gifts From Gambling Entities....Unless You Are Fanatics?

Mike Florio wants to know how the policy applies to a recent lavish party held by Fanatics CEO Michael Rubin and points out that nonlawyers do not use the term "de minimis" as it appears in the NFL gambling policy.

Submitted by C Costigan on, Jul/06/2023

Could the DraftKings Sportsbook Be Coming to Florida? Don't Hold Your Breath

Could the DraftKings Sportsbook Be Coming to Florida?  Don't Hold Your Breath

Attoney Jeff Ifrah claims the Seminoles can license out to DraftKings and other sportsbook brands, thus answering concerns over competition, but why would they?

Submitted by Jagajeet Chiba on, Jul/05/2023

Phil Hellmuth the GOAT of Poker: Wins Record 17th Bracelet

"I'm feeling pretty good," Hellmuth said following the win.  "I must have a smile just fixed to my face.  I mean, like, I feel like I've been battling through, it felt like I was battling and battling and battling."

Submitted by Ace King on, Jul/04/2023

Kick CEO Says No to Additional Gambling Content

"Alongside this update, we've also removed some unnecessary exposure to gambling related content throughout our recommended formula's."

Submitted by Aaron Goldstein on, Jul/01/2023

D.C. Circuit Rule in Favor of the Seminole Tribe Sports Betting But a Long Road Ahead Still Likely

More legal challenges are possible however.

Submitted by Gilbert Horowitz on, Jul/01/2023

NFL Super Agent: 'League is a Little Bit Pregnant When it Comes to Gambling'

Claims the iron wall between gamblers and players has always been there.

Submitted by Mary Montgomery on, Jun/30/2023

Con Artists Are Now Impersonating Casino Executives to Steal Millions and Staff Are Falling for It

Con Artists Are Now Impersonating Casino Executives to Steal Millions

Contessa Brewer noted that her sources revealed one casino had been duped into believing its owner was kidnapped.

Submitted by Jagajeet Chiba on, Jun/30/2023

New Punishments Announced by NCAA for Those Who Violate Gambling Policy

Those found to be involved in fixing games will face a potential permanent loss of collegiate eligibility.

Submitted by Dan Shapiro on, Jun/28/2023

Professor of Journalism: Shams Gambling Partnership a 'Credibility Killer'

"As a journalist you don't want someone to question who you're working for when they consume the news."

Submitted by C Costigan on, Jun/27/2023

St-Pierre Favored to Train Musk

We know Mark Zuckerberg is very serious about his mixed martial arts training after taking it up a year ago because it "required constant focus."

Submitted by Press Release on, Jun/26/2023

Vladimir Putin's Odds to Remain Russian Leader Improve Dramatically After Coup Attempt

He's now priced at 2-1 odds to leave before year's end.  He's at -300 to remain the Russian leader. 

Submitted by Jagajeet Chiba on, Jun/26/2023

Vanna White Hasn't Had a Pay Raise in 18 Years? Latest Odds on White Hosting Wheel of Fortune

Long time host Pat Sajak is retiring.  He currently makes 5 times that of Vanna, the 2-1 favorite to take over hosting duties.

Submitted by Jordan Bach on, Jun/26/2023

Shams Shame: All the Latest Headlines Pertaining to Shams Charania Pact With the Devil

Shams Charania Pact With the Devil

"Woj reporting shams getting prison or smth for this would be legendary," one person posted via Reddit.

Submitted by Jagajeet Chiba on, Jun/25/2023

Industry Outrage as NBA Insider, FanDuel Partner Influences Draft Betting Line....Gets it Wrong

"Such situations make it clear that trusted reporters have the ability to significantly influence how people bet."

Submitted by Don Shapiro on, Jun/25/2023

Some Gambling Sites Offered Betting on Titanic Sub Fate

Users of Polymarket, a crypto-based futures trading platform, wagered over $300,000 on whether the “missing submarine” would “be found by June 23.”

Submitted by Jordan Bach on, Jun/24/2023

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