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Billy Walters Book: Sits Down With Brent Musburger to Talk Prison Life, Relationship With Phil Mickelson

Keteyian is the co-author of No.1 NYT best-seller "Tiger Woods." as well as a TV and film producer.

Submitted by C Costigan on, Feb/08/2023

Mattress Mack Says 'No' to Legalized Sports Betting in Texas

Mattress Mack Says 'No' to Legalized Sports Betting in Texas

State lawmakers from both parties introduced companion legislation Monday. House Bill 1942 and Senate Bill 715 stipulate that "participation in a lawful and licensed sports wagering industry is a privilege and not a right."

Submitted by Gilbert Horowitz on, Feb/07/2023

Can't Bet the National Anthem Super Bowl Prop at BetMGM

Can't Bet the National Anthem Super Bowl Prop at BetMGM

Make no mistake about it, BetMGM didn't become the US second largest online sportsbook by offering limited wagering options.  That said, they will NOT be taking bets on this year's Super Bowl National Anthem.  There are some other great options however.

Submitted by Ean Lamb on, Feb/07/2023

FanDuel Denies Gambling911 Story About Voided Bets

Gambling 911 reported last week that FanDuel had violated its own official sports betting rules a week earlier when it voided proposition bets on an NBA player who played minimally in a game, but did not do so for another player in a similar situation.

Submitted by Thomas Somach on, Feb/07/2023

Super Bowl Betting Projected to Hit Record $16 Billion

Super Bowl Betting Projected to Hit Record $16 Billion

Plus a look at this geotagged twitter data from Sunday Evening (after the matchup was officially set) to now, tracking official fan hashtags in each state to see who is rooting for the Chiefs or Eagles in Super Bowl 57.

Submitted by Don Shapiro on, Feb/07/2023

Clarion Gaming Confirms No More London Beginning 2025: Brexit to Blame

Apparently London will still bid for the event alongside Madrid and Paris, but major exhibitors such as Novomatic and TCS have simply decided they don't want to deal with all the Brexit-related import duties and costs.

Submitted by Aaron Goldstein on, Feb/07/2023

BetFred to Open its Sportsbook at Mohegan Sun in Vegas February 9

Betfred was granted approval from the Nevada Gaming Commission and Nevada Gaming Control Board to manage sports wagering at the Mohegan Sun Sportsbook on Thursday, January 25.

Submitted by Press Release on, Feb/06/2023

SpankOdds to Remain Free Through NFL Kickoff 2023, Last Call for London

SpankOdds to Remain Free Through NFL Kickoff 2023, Last Call for London

Plus this week may be the last time ICE, the i-Gaming mega event, is held in London as other cities are being looked at for the future.

Submitted by Aaron Goldstein on, Feb/06/2023

5Dimes Vows to Stay Open Through Super Bowl

5Dimes Vows to Stay Open Through Super Bowl

Following Gambling911.com's blockbuster report that long established 5Dimes is set to close its doors this month, the site operators ensured gamblers they could still place bets for this coming Super Bowl. 

Submitted by Jagajeet Chiba on, Feb/05/2023

Move Over Camp Lejeune Cancer Victims.... The BetMGM Class Action Suit is Here

The BetMGM Class Action Suit is Here

Attorneys working with ClassAction.org are gathering BetMGM users to take action against the company over a data breach that occurred between May and November 2022.

Submitted by Jagajeet Chiba on, Feb/05/2023

5Dimes to Shut Down Before Super Bowl?

The widow of 5Dimes founder Sean Creighton has absolutely "had it" with the "incompetence", we are told and is on the "verge of a nervous breakdown". 

Submitted by C Costigan on, Feb/04/2023

FanDuel Caught Violating Own Policy

FanDuel Caught Violating Own Policy

FanDuel sportsbook violated its own official sports betting rules last week when it voided proposition bets on an NBA player who played minimally in a game, but did not do so for another player in a similar situation.

Submitted by Thomas Somach on, Feb/03/2023

Can't Bet the Super Bowl National Anthem Prop From Caesars Sportsbook

You've probably seen those Caesars Sportsbook ads and will likely be exposed to many more ahead of this year's Super Bowl.  If you are looking to place a prop bet on the singing of the National Anthem, Caesars does not offer that prop.  There are other options however.

Submitted by Don Shapiro on, Feb/02/2023

BetFred Joins Forces With Vegas Golden Knights

BetFred Joins Forces With Vegas Golden Knights

“We're proud to be partnering with Betfred as they make their arrival here in Las Vegas,” said Golden Knights president Kerry Bubolz. “Betfred's US business is Vegas Born just like we are, and we're excited to help them launch their brand in Nevada.”

Submitted by Gilbert Horowitz on, Feb/02/2023

Cowboys Star Blasts Barstool Sports: 'You People Are Sick!'

Cowboys Star Blasts Barstool Sports: 'You People Are Sick!'

Dallas Cowboys linebacker Micah Parsons went on a rampage against the Barstool Sports Twitter account after shaming him for showing support for a division rival player.

Submitted by Gilbert Horowitz on, Feb/02/2023

Hey Siri, Who Invented the Super Bowl Halftime Show Cleavage Prop? That Would Be BetOnline's Dave Mason

Hey Siri, Who Invented the Super Bowl Halftime Show Cleavage Prop?

The history of the Super Bowl Halftime Show cleavage bet is revealed as Gambling911.com probes deep.

Submitted by C Costigan on, Feb/01/2023

Consolidation in the US Regulated Sports Betting Affiliate Space?

Consolidation in the US Regulated Sports Betting Affiliate Space?

Plus Minnesota about to give it another go at pushing for sports betting legalization.

Submitted by Gilbert Horowitz on, Feb/01/2023

Where Can I Bet This Year's Super Bowl - I'm Under 21

Where Can I Bet This Year's Super Bowl - I'm Under 21

Most US states that have regulated sports betting - not all - require individuals to be at least 21 years old in order to place a wager on this year's Super Bowl.  Nearly all offshore sportsbooks, Americas Bookie included, allow for those 18 and up.

Submitted by Don Shapiro on, Feb/01/2023

Massachusetts Regulated Sports Betting Kicked Off Today

Caesars the Latest to be Awarded Mass Sports Betting License

Legalized sports betting officially kicked off Tuesday January 31, 2023 in Massachusetts immediately following the weekend's NFL conference championship games and right in time for the Super Bowl.  The first bet was placed at 10 am ET.

Submitted by Gilbert Horowitz on, Jan/31/2023

NBCU and PointsBet Extend Betting Deal: Book Must Spend $58 Mil Per Year on Marketing

And deal is not even exclusive as second largest sportsbook operator BetMGM is now joining forces with NBC Universal.  BetMGM expects to become profitable soon.

Submitted by Aaron Goldstein on, Jan/31/2023

Betting Experts Weigh in on FanDuel Voiding Policy

Betting Experts Weigh in on FanDuel Voiding Policy

One of our experts offered: “For anyone that believes they are entitled for a losing bet to be refunded is out of touch with reality. They are the same type of people who support participation trophies."

Submitted by Thomas Somach on, Jan/31/2023

Can I Bet the Super Bowl on DraftKings From California?

Can I Bet the Super Bowl on DraftKings From California?

While you won't be able to bet this year's Super Bowl from California using the DraftKings app, there are plenty of other great sportsbooks willing to take your action. 

Submitted by Ean Lamb on, Jan/30/2023

888 Account Suspensions, Exec Exits, Company Shares Lose More Than a Quarter of Value

888 Account Suspensions, Exec Exits, Company Shares Lose More Than a Quarter of Value

The company's shares tumbled as much as 14.4% on the news of its anti-laundering failures.

Submitted by Aaron Goldstein on, Jan/30/2023

Luka Prop Bet Controversy: “New PrizePicks Crybabies”?

Luka Prop Bet Controversy: “New PrizePicks Crybabies”?

In recent days there's been plenty of talk within the sports betting community over a gimmick offered up by those primarily in the U.S. regulated market: Offering refunds on player props, often when a player suffers an injury.

Submitted by Gilbert Horowitz on, Jan/28/2023

Sports Bettors Demand Luka Doncic Prop Bets Be Voided: Petition Filed

Sports Bettors Demand Luka Doncic Prop Bets Be Voided: Petition Filed

Mavericks star Luka Doncic exited in the first quarter of the Mavericks' 99-95 win over the Phoenix Suns on Thursday and now gamblers are demanding FanDuel follow DraftKings lead and void the Luka bets, especially after they did so for Antonio Davis.

Submitted by Jagajeet Chiba on, Jan/27/2023

Blame Chris Christie for Sports Betting Ad Inundation

Blame Chris Christie for Sports Betting Ad Inundation

Plus a gambler has been sentenced for defrauding the goverment.

Submitted by Gilbert Horowitz on, Jan/26/2023

You Suck at Sports Betting! Here's How We Know

You Suck at Sports Betting! Here's How We Know

Plus Building a Gaming Community on Twitch From Scratch

Submitted by Gilbert Horowitz on, Jan/24/2023

Is BetMGM Legal in Alabama?

Is BetMGM Legal in Alabama?

Because BetMGM adheres to strict state-by-state regulatory practices, the site opts not to permit real money betting from Sweet Home Alabama.  This doesn't mean there are not other options. 

Submitted by Don Shapiro on, Jan/20/2023

UFC Hires Gaming Integrity Firm to Tighten Gambling Rules Amid Probe

UFC Hires Gaming Integrity Firm to Tighten Gambling Rules Amid Probe

In the wake of a probe into a Nov. 5 UFC fight between Darrick Minner and Shayilan Nuerdanbieke whereby suspicious betting activity was noted by a number of gambling firms, the UFC this week announced a new gambling policy.

Submitted by Don Shapiro on, Jan/20/2023

Jerry Jones Wants Texas Sports Betting...Easier Said Than Done

Jerry Jones Wants Texas Sports Betting...Easier Said Than Done

"There’s a huge amount of gaming going on in and around sports at this time. And, so, to have all the benefits or all the control over it, it needs to be recognized and parameters put on it and discipline put in it," said Jones.

Submitted by Gilbert Horowitz on, Jan/19/2023

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