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Architect of US Legal Sports Betting Ray Lesniak Mulls Congressional Bid

He sits down with Gambling911's Thomas Somach to discuss future plans.  "I’ve done what needed to get done to bring legalized sports betting and Internet gaming to America."

Submitted by Thomas Somach on, Mar/16/2023

These 2023 March Madness Teams Will Make the Bookies Cry if They Cover

These 2023 March Madness Teams Will Make the Bookies Cry if They Cover

Bookies are going to be huge Fighting Illini fans this week as Arkansas is a huge liability with both the spread and moneyline.

Submitted by Don Shapiro on, Mar/16/2023

Bookies Are 'Shaking in Their Boots' Over New Sports Betting Predictive Model Rithmm

Bookies Are 'Shaking in Their Boots' Over New Sports Betting Predictive Model Rithmm

It employs AI courtesy of the majority female-founded Boston-based MIT-originated startup with roots in DraftKings.  The AI model is said to utilize customized personal information algorithms in order to analyze betting strategies.

Submitted by Nagesh Rath on, Mar/15/2023

North Carolina Will Try Again to Pass Sports Mobile Betting Bill

North Carolina Will Try Again to Pass Sports Mobile Betting Bill

House Bill 347, filed by Rep. Jason Saine of Lincoln County, would allow for wagering to begin on January 1. 2024.

Submitted by Gilbert Horowitz on, Mar/14/2023

Newly Introduced Kentucky Sports Betting Bill Now Heading for Senate Vote

Newly Introduced Kentucky Sports Betting Bill Faces Even Bigger Hurdles

Senate Majority Floor Leader Damon Thayer admitted Monday it's "going to be tough" to pass in the Senate with the three-fifths vote requirement this session.

Submitted by Gilbert Horowitz on, Mar/14/2023

Penn National Sets Up Unusual Betting Policy for Barstool Sports Big Personalities

Portnoy has no intention of keeping quiet about the new Barstool Sports betting site management and isn't afraid to show his big wagers.

Submitted by Jagajeet Chiba on, Mar/13/2023

This is How Much Money is Expected to be Bet on 2023 March Madness

This is How Much Money is Expected to be Bet on 2023 March Madness

A quarter of all American adults (68 million) plan to wager $15.5 billion on this year’s NCAA Men’s Division I Basketball Tournament.

Submitted by Don Shapiro on, Mar/13/2023

iGaming NEXT a Huge Hit in NYC This Week

iGaming NEXT a Huge Hit in NYC This Week

Gambling911.com is here in the Big Apple as one of the more prestigious gaming events of the year is taking place here, iGamingNEXT.  This is widely considered among the best B2B networking events. 

Submitted by Aaron Goldstein on, Mar/09/2023

Georgia Lawmakers Nix Legal Sports Betting

Georgia Lawmakers Nix Legal Sports Betting

The state Senate on Monday rejected a constitutional amendment that would have allowed voters to decide whether to legalize sports gambling.  The House never consider any legislation.

Submitted by Gilbert Horowitz on, Mar/07/2023

Comparing US Regulated Sports Betting to Offshore: The Pros and Cons Might Surprise You

Comparing US Regulated Sports Betting to Offshore

Nevada sportsbooks are running on outdated technology, as evidenced by Caesars going down during much of the Super Bowl in that state. And US regulated sportsbooks payment options are not all that's cracked up to be.

Submitted by Gilbert Horowitz on, Mar/06/2023

Utilizing Blockchain for Safer Gambling, OH Sports Director Fired for Promoting Betting Apps

In today's gambling and crypto roundup, CoinGeek's intrepid reporter Becky Liggero Fontana talks utilizing blockchain for safer gambling with Bitboss founder Matt Dickson.  Plus, an Ohio sports director has just been canned for using Twitter to promote DraftKings, FanDuel and other sports betting apps.

Submitted by Aaron Goldstein on, Mar/03/2023

Georgia Senate Rejects Sports Betting

Sports gambling advocates in Georgia were dealt a setback Thursday when the state Senate rejected a bill that would have allowed sports betting, including on horse races.

Submitted by Associated Press on, Mar/02/2023

Monkey Knife Fight Website Shut Down

Monkey Knife Fight Website Shut Down

Parent company Bally's slashes the popular DFS website as incoming CEO called the acquisition, made just two years ago, "a mistake".

Submitted by Aaron Goldstein on, Feb/28/2023

Combat IQ Set to Take Over the Combat Sports World

Combat IQ Set to Take Over the Combat Sports World

When Lars Rosenberg, founder of FightClubCasino, shockingly passed away while in London attending this year's ICE gaming conference, it became immediately obvious the imprint he left on the industry and the void he left behind.

Submitted by C Costigan on, Feb/28/2023

PointsBet Share Price Tanks on $178m First-Half Loss

PointsBet Share Price Tumbles on $178m First-Half Loss

The company reported a gross win margin falling 2.6 percentage points to 8.3%.

Submitted by Aaron Goldstein on, Feb/27/2023

Multimillion-Dollar Sports Betting, Poker Ring Brought Down by Undercover Officer

Multimillion-Dollar Gambling Ring Brought Down by Undercover Officer

Late last week, seven individuals were charged for their role in running a Rochester, New York gambling ring that took in millions of dollars over a multi-year period as part of a 48-page complaint. 

Submitted by Jagajeet Chiba on, Feb/27/2023

Jake Paul Introducing Young People to Sports Betting Through YouTube, BetR Integration Claim Critics

Jake Paul Introducing Young People to Sports Betting Through YouTube, BetR Integration Claim Critics

Paul's followers are in the millions and a significant number of them are under the age of 21.

Submitted by Gilbert Horowitz on, Feb/27/2023

Jake Paul vs. Tommy Fury Fight Fills Void Between Super Bowl and March Madness

Jake Paul vs. Tommy Fury Fight Fills Void Between Super Bowl and March Madness

Record betting was anticipated for a day otherwise typically reserved for March Madness preparations.

Submitted by Don Shapiro on, Feb/26/2023

Sports Betting Expansion in Washington State Quashed

Sports Betting Expansion in Washington State Quashed

Plus Caesars anticipates sports betting profit in 2023.  Wishful thinking?

Submitted by Gilbert Horowitz on, Feb/23/2023

Minnesota is a Case Study in Why Sports Betting Bills Can't Pass in Some States

Minnesota is a Case Study in Why Sports Betting Bills Can't Pass in Some States

And don't think for a second that the Poarch Band of Creek Indians buying up of Magic Casino in Florida means legalized sports betting is coming to Florida now....it's not.

Submitted by C Costigan on, Feb/22/2023

Crickex Apps Download - Free Download Apps for Android and iOS Devices

Crickex Apps download are exactly for you if you want to place winning bets and play casino games anytime, anywhere. It has a user-friendly interface and great functionality. 

Submitted by Alistair Prescott on, Feb/21/2023

Dexsport Offers Blockchain-Based, Transparent and Fully Controlled Betting on a Wide Range of Sports Events

Ready to make your sports betting experience more exciting? You've heard of cryptocurrencies and the various applications of the blockchain industry, but are you aware of how these technologies have the potential to transform the way people enjoy betting on their favorite sports teams and making predictions about real-world events? Well, today is the day you become aware.  

Submitted by Alistair Prescott on, Feb/21/2023

Bitcoin Rally About to Lose Steam, Gov Cooper Says NC Sports Betting Bill to Pass This Year

Bitcoin has gained nearly 50% since the bottom fell out, mostly a result of the FTX Exchange collapse.

Submitted by Aaron Goldstein on, Feb/21/2023

BBC: UK Government Expected to Tighten Regulation on Gambling

The United Kingdom is about to present new reforms in the gambling sector.  These include such things as affordability checks on punters to make sure they have the money to lose....And, yes, even revisiting Premier League shirt gambling sponsorship bans.

The United Kingdom is about to present new reforms in the gambling sector.  These include such things as affordability checks on punters to make sure they have the money to lose....And, yes, even revisiting Premier League shirt gambling sponsorship bans.

Submitted by Gilbert Horowitz on, Feb/21/2023

The Inevitable Spike in Gambling Addiction Among Youth Across the US

The Inevitable Spike in Gambling Addiction Among Youth Across the US

The industry needs to pay close attention to what is taking place in the United Kingdom, a nation once at the forefront of legalized "anything goes" bookmaking and is now in the process of cracking down severely.

Submitted by C Costigan on, Feb/20/2023

Voters to Decide Fate of Sports Betting in Georgia, Not Lawmakers

Voters to Decide Fate of Sports Betting in Georgia, Not Lawmakers

Georgia voters should get to decide whether to legalize sports gambling, an influential state senator argued Thursday, as he rolled out a different vision for sports betting than the one being pushed by local pro sports teams.

Submitted by Associated Press on, Feb/16/2023

In Case You Missed It: Caesars Nevada Sports Betting Apps Went Down....During Most of Super Bowl

Caesars Nevada Sports Betting Apps Went Down....During Most of Super Bowl

It's not immediately clear what caused the snafu during the year's biggest sporting event in the US.

Submitted by Gilbert Horowitz on, Feb/16/2023

4 Things You Should Avoid When Betting with BTC

4 Things You Should Avoid When Betting with BTC

If you know nothing about cryptocurrencies, it's time to brush up on your Bitcoin knowledge. There are guides that can assist you in selecting the very best cryptocurrency online casinos.  Below we offer the common pitfalls when selecting a casino that primarily incorporates Bitcoin and similar digital currencies.  Let's take a look.

Submitted by B.E.Delmer on, Feb/15/2023

3 Massachusetts Sportsbooks in Hot Water Over Taking Bets on In-State College Teams

3 Massachusetts Sportsbooks in Hot Water Over Taking Bets on In-State College Teams

A software vendor apparently believed Merrimack College was located in Florida, not Massachusetts.

Submitted by Jagajeet Chiba on, Feb/14/2023

Georgia Sports Betting Bills Look to Avoid Statewide Vote

Georgia lawmakers are pushing bills that would allow sports betting and horse race betting without a state constitutional amendment, arguing that can be legal under the authority of the state lottery.

Submitted by Associated Press on, Feb/14/2023

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