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BetMGM Spokesperson, Actor Jamie Foxx 'I Went to Hell and Back'

"Thank u a billion to everybody… been a long road but all the prayers great people and God got me through," a message read on Foxx' Instagram page.  It was accompanied by a video.

Submitted by Jordan Bach on, Jul/22/2023

What Experience do I Need to Be a Bookie?

What Experience do I Need to Be a Bookie?

Being a bookie requires more than just a knowledge of sports.  Today's bookmaking skills require the ability to understand and adapt to new technological advances.  But anybody with a good entrepreneurial skill set can operate as a bookmaker.

Submitted by Aaron Goldstein on, Jul/22/2023

They Are Dropping Like Flies: Colorado Sports Betting Collapse

New Jersey regulators officially revoked PlayUp's license Thursday afternoon.

Submitted by Aaron Goldstein on, Jul/20/2023

Is PrizePicks Legal in Missouri?

PrizePicks is not available to those residents of the Show Me State, but placing real money bets can be done anonymously via our friends at BetUS.  No social security number required - 18 and up welcome.  Winnings not reported.

Submitted by Ean Lamb on, Jul/20/2023

Barbie BetBash? Will the Doll Be Making an Appearance?

“‘Barbie’ fever is sweeping the nation, and we knew we had to do something fun to honor one of the biggest icons of the last 60+ years,” said Derek Stevens, CEO of Circa Resort & Casino.

Submitted by Jagajeet Chiba on, Jul/20/2023

PlayUp Ordered Shut Down in New Jersey, Reportedly Not Paying

Expect to shut its doors in Colorado too.  Reportedly owes $173,931 to customers in NJ.

Submitted by C Costigan on, Jul/20/2023

Hard Rock Bet Coming to Arizona, Indiana, Ohio, Tennessee, and Virginia

Hard Rock Bet Coming to Arizona, Indiana, Ohio, Tennessee, and Virginia

Hard Rock International, owned and operated by the Seminole Tribe of Florida, announced on Wednesday it will be rebranding its Hard Rock Sportsbook.

Submitted by Gilbert Horowitz on, Jul/20/2023

BetR Disappointing Mass Numbers, PlayUp May Depart US Market

BetR Disappointing Mass Numbers, PlayUp May Depart US Market

"Betr held less than 4% and made $11K in MA last month," Welman observed. "But please continue to enlighten me about this game-changing value proposition."

Submitted by Aaron Goldstein on, Jul/18/2023

Money Talks: Unveiling the Financial Impact of Online Bookmaker Sponsorships in Football

Money Talks: Unveiling the Financial Impact of Online Bookmaker Sponsorships in Football

Football clubs are famous for having betting sites on their shirts. We take a look at the impact of betting sponsorship in football and its future.

Submitted by Alistair Prescott on, Jul/17/2023

Is PrizePicks Really a Sports Betting App? FanDuel Says Yes

Is PrizePicks Really a Sports Betting App?  FanDuel Says Yes

"There are companies today posing as fantasy sports operators and they are running illegal sportsbooks" - Cesar Fernandez, Head of US State Gov Relations for FanDuel Sportsbook.

Submitted by Gilbert Horowitz on, Jul/17/2023

A Revealing Look at Just How Pervasive DraftKings Limiting of Players Has Become

A Revealing Look at Just How Pervasive DraftKings Limiting of Players Has Become

When DraftKings CEO Jason Robins tweeted about how much he embraced competition, little did we know how many folks would chime in providing their own horror stories relating to the drastic reduction of betting limits.

Submitted by Gilbert Horowitz on, Jul/16/2023

Barstool Sportsbook New Software Platform Explained in More Detail

Barstool Sportsbook New Software Platform Explained in More Detail

“Migrating onto our proprietary technology platform and introducing a fully upgraded Barstool Sportsbook is a milestone achievement,” said Jay Snowden, CEO and President of PENN Entertainment.

Submitted by Frank Doyle on, Jul/15/2023

Can I Bet on MyBookie.ag From Indiana?

Can I Bet on MyBookie.ag From Indiana?

Despite there being 13 regulated online sportsbooks in the great state of Indiana, there is still a high demand for sites operating offshore like MyBookie.ag.

Submitted by Ean Lamb on, Jul/14/2023

Can I Bet on FanDuel From Oklahoma?

The FanDuel website is not accessible for betting from Oklahoma.  There are plenty of websites that will take your bets from Oklahoma (18 and up).

Submitted by Don Shapiro on, Jul/14/2023

888 Activist Takeover Reportedly Folds Under Bribery Probe Tied to Entain

888 Activist Takeover Reportedly Folds Under Bribery Probe Tied to Entain

Entain is reportedly under investigation by HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC) for various offences that include bribery tied to the gambling group’s former Turkish subsidiaries

Submitted by Aaron Goldstein on, Jul/14/2023

PlayUp Sold, Sheldon Adelson Rolls Over in His Grave as Sands Casino Expected to Go Online

PlayUp is said to be exiting the Colorado market as a result of the likely sale.

Submitted by Aaron Goldstein on, Jul/14/2023

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

Adam Burns: Best Day of Year to Bet Sports, Most Traders Off

"If you want to pick off stale lines today is your day at most sports books as is pretty much the quietest day of the year and 90% of traders have a day off."

Submitted by Jagajeet Chiba 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

5 Dumbest Things: DraftKings Customers Mock CEO 'Love of Competition', 32 Cent Daily Limits?

"Competition for the quickest book to limit anyone who wins a few bets? Pathetic excuse for a Sportsbook but the app is second to none."

Submitted by Nagesh Rath 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

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

Is MyBookie Legal in North Carolina?

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 BetUS with their welcome bonus of a FREE $250 when you open your betting account with just $200. 

Submitted by Tony Caliente on, Jul/08/2023

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

Comparing Sportsbook Company Valuations to Investiing in Pizza Companies

Would you invest in a pizza company that makes lousy pizza??

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

Can I Bet on FanDuel Sportsbook From Nebraska

Can I Bet on FanDuel Sportsbook From Nebraska

You will not be able to bet on the FanDuel sportsbook app from the state of Nebraska for the foreseeable future.  You can, however, bet with sites licensed outside the state of Nebraska.

Submitted by Mary Montgomery on, Jul/07/2023

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