Sportsbook News
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.
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.
Blame Chris Christie for Sports Betting Ad Inundation
Plus a gambler has been sentenced for defrauding the goverment.
You Suck at Sports Betting! Here's How We Know
Plus Building a Gaming Community on Twitch From Scratch
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.
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.
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.
Tennessee Sports Betting Shatters More Records in December
$440.4 million in bets were placed during the month of December in the great state of Tennessee. This translated into $9.4 million in taxes paid to state coffers.
Massachusetts Sports Betting Slated to Begin End of This Month
Following a somewhat grueling process, the Massachusetts Gaming Commission is nearing the completion of their intial review of sports betting applications and the start of in-person sports gambling could begin as soon as January 31. This would be a soft launch to review how the operators behave.
Texas Senate Probably Won't Pass Gambling Legislation
Folks are giddy over the prospect of gambling expansion in the Lone Star State after Democratic Sen. Carol Alvarado, of Houston filed a bill proposing a constitutional amendment to legalize casino and sports betting.
The Live PPH Betting Platform Software - What Will it Cost Me?
Live in-play betting is available from a pay per head service like Power Pay Per Head for just a little over $10 per customer per week. But you won't just get the live betting feature.
Gambler Loses $1.4 million Bet on Chargers After Going Up 27-0
DraftKings confirmed the loss to Action Sports Network's Darren Rovell. But why would someone bet at these odds?
Wildcard Weekend Hot Action Report - 2023
Six great games translates into some execellent action for the book.
Can I Place a Bet on the FanDuel App From Nevada?
Despite all those great commercials, FanDuel is not available in the state of Nevada via remote registration. Sportsbooks based out of Nevada require in-person registration. Then there are the more established sportsbooks operating from outside the US that accept customers from Nevada.
MA Gaming Commission Considers Need to Take Stand Against Banning Sharps..for About a Minute
In the end, it appears the commissioners lost interest in the topic...at least for now.
This Might Just Be the Most Saturated Sports Betting Market in the U.S.
Tipico Sportsbook becomes the 21st sportsbook to obtain a license in the great state of Iowa, with its adult population of just over 2 million and 90% of the market share going to only five books.
CBC In-Depth Probe Into Canada Sports Betting Ads Similar to That of NYT it Appears
CBC's probe comes just weeks after a similar blockbuster investigative report appeared in the New York Times. The NYT article found that some sports betting firms specifically targetted college campuses through big money deals.
Can I Bet Sports Using My Mobile Phone While Visiting Las Vegas?
There are a number of ways to place sports bets via your mobile phone while visiting Las Vegas. If you are already registered with a state app, that sportsbook might be licensed in Nevada as well. Some of the biggest, however, are not.
Be Careful of These Sports Betting Scams Ohio Better Business Bureau Warns
Cleveland 19 reports that "many people are taking advantage of "risk-free bets" only to have their identity stolen. It's not explained how the two coincide.
Nearly Entire Trussville Entertainment District Could Be Wiped Out Over Sports Betting Indictment
The 114-count indictment reads like a Hollywood thriller and includes millions of dollars in dirty money switching hands in parking lots, restaurant bathrooms and high-end conferences where the alleged “boss” tells people how to stay clean in a high-stakes business.
Feds Claim New York State Trooper Tipped Off Targets of Illegal Sports Betting Probe
Sport700.com was under investigation with investigators looking into multiple targets, including two who collectively managed 2,010 bettor accounts, prosecutors said.
New York State Becomes Biggest Sports Betting Market in U.S...By a Mile
And now comes word that Hawaii, a state that does not even offer a lottery, is seriously considering legalizing sports gambling. ...and poker.
Two Oregon College Football Teams Among the Most Profitable for Bettors in 2022
If you thought the Ducks were good to sports bettors this past college football season, check out what the Beavers did.
Is PrizePicks Legal in New York?
PrizePicks is legal in New York. It is considered a hybrid daily fantasy game similar to that of DraftKings and FanDuel. It is NOT considered a sportsbook similar to those licensed and regulated in the state or those accessible but are operating offshore, the later of which are available to those 18 and up and allow bets on in-state schools but are browser-based (no apps).
Gronk to Kick Field Goal Live During Super Bowl 57 as Part of FanDuel Commercial
Customers who place a bet on Super Bowl LVII of at least $5 at FanDuel Sportsbook will be eligible to get a portion of the winnings if Gronk splits the uprights.
Can I Bet on Bovada From Colorado?
Bovada and those sites offering even more lucrative bonus offers and betting options are still accessible in Colorado where they happily co-exist.
Biggest Upset in Big Bowl Game History, Mack Shellacking
McIngvale said he made a $1.5 million bet with DraftKings Sportsbook, a $1.5 million bet with Caesars Sportsbook and a $131,000 bet with Wynn Sportsbook – all on the Horned Frogs and all losers.
Kosar Pulled Off the Air for Betting $19K on Browns-Steelers Game
The Browns later confirmed Kosar was pulled specifically because of the league's gambling policy.
With Micropayments, the Use Cases Are Infinite... Especially With Gaming
The unique ability to conduct micropayments using the BSV blockchain is a recurring theme throughout the inaugural Unbounded Capital Summit in New York City.
PlayUp CEO Does Not Dispute Findings of Ohio Casino Control Commission...After Disputing Them
At first claims "at no stage has playup ever engaged in offering real money Slots to Ohio residents" after OCCC finds "PlayUp has one or more disqualifying violations of accepting illegal wagers from individuals in the U.S. after April 16, 2015, through its slots+ product"
