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Discover the Hottest Innovations in the 'Casino and iGaming Zone' at SBC Summit Barcelona

Discover the Hottest Innovations in the 'Casino and iGaming Zone' at SBC Summit Barcelona

With this year's extremely successful SBC North America Sports Betting Summit in the books, it's time to start preparing for their banner event, SBC Summit Barcelona.

Submitted by Gilbert Horowitz on, Jul/18/2022

Michigan Draws In Massive Tax Revenue from Online Gaming and Sports Betting

Internet gaming, such as Online casinos in Michigan, accounts for $87.2 million of that total sum, with the largest chunk coming from retail tables and slots.

Submitted by Payton on, Jul/18/2022

FanDuel CEO Says No Intention of Partnering With Universities

FanDuel CEO Says No Intention of Partnering With Universities

"I don’t want the FanDuel name showing up on a jersey or plastered all over a college stadium,” Howe said. “So, we’re going to tread much more carefully because you’re targeting an audience that is, by definition, a lot of those consumers are underage.”

Submitted by Gilbert Horowitz on, Jul/15/2022

5 Reasons Why Bitcoin is the Future of Online Betting

5 Reasons Why Bitcoin is the Future of Online Betting

Bitcoin remains the world’s most popular and adopted cryptocurrency. BTC uses will continue to rise, which is why we feel it’s safe to say that Bitcoin is the future of online betting.

Submitted by B.E.Delmer on, Jul/15/2022

Professional Sports Bettor Says Offshore Sportsbooks Not as Crooked as Claimed

Professional Sports Bettor Says Offshore Sportsbooks Not as Crooked as Claimed

Gadoon “Spanky” Kryollos speaks out on false claim made by FanDuel CEO during SBC North America Summit

Submitted by Thomas Somach on, Jul/14/2022

Espanyol's RCDE Stadium to Host Battle of the Titans — SBC Football Championship 2022

Espanyol's RCDE Stadium to Host Battle of the Titans — SBC Football Championship 2022

Twenty football teams within the betting and gaming industry will hit the pitch graced by the likes of Messi, Ronaldo and Neymar to compete at the fifth SBC Football Championship, as SBC, once again, brings the industry together to battle it out in a 'friendly' football match. 

Submitted by Press Release on, Jul/14/2022

Mattress Mack: "Open Up Those Windows" and Start Welcoming Winners, "Best Form of Advertising"

Mattress Mack: "Open Up Those Windows" and Start Welcoming Winners, "Best Form of Advertising"

Beloved furniture mogul and pro gambler Jim “Mattress Mack” McIngvale has to reassure his wife he does not have a gambling addiction.

Submitted by Alejandro Botticelli on, Jul/13/2022

Study Helps Sports Bettors Determine Which Teams Hit the Longest Home Runs

Science proves that objects travel farther in thinner air. So, tracking which team has hit the most 450-foot or more home runs over the last seven years, the answer is obvious: Colorado.  But the teams that follow might surprise.

Submitted by Tyrone Black on, Jul/13/2022

FanDuel CEO: 25% of Offshore Sports Bettors Don't Get Paid?

FanDuel CEO: 25% of Offshore Sports Bettors Don't Get Paid?

Speaking to CNBC's Contessa Brewer as part of Wednesday afternoon's highly anticipated - and packed - discussion on the state of sports betting in the USA, Amy Howe, CEO of FanDuel, was asked why companies like Bovada make it so tough to compete with the legal regulated market. 

Submitted by C Costigan on, Jul/13/2022

Internet Gaming Helped to Protect New Jersey Industry Earlier Than SCOTUS Decision

David L Rebuck, Director of the NJ Department of Gaming Enforcement (NJDGE), Said Tuesday at this week's SBC Summit North America in the Meadowlands that he has long embraced online gambling since the activity legalized in the Garden State back in 2013.

Submitted by C Costigan on, Jul/13/2022

SBC Summit North America Talks Addiction, Regulation and Moderation

“There are three issues that this industry needs to put their big boy and big girl pants on and understand can prevent us from having a sustainable industry,” said panelist Bill Pascrell III of Princeton Pubic Affairs Group.

Submitted by Gilbert Horowitz on, Jul/12/2022

Caesars to Open Sportsbook in New Orleans French Quarter

Caesars to Open Sportsbook in New Orleans French Quarter

A new World Series of Poker Room will also be unveiled.  It will be the largest in Louisiana, featuring 5,000-square-foot of space that is set to include 20 poker tables.

Submitted by Aaron Goldstein on, Jul/12/2022

Some Premier League Club Owners Back Gambling Ban

Some Premier League Club Owners Back Gambling Ban

The Premier League wants clubs to support phasing out shirt sponsorship by gambling companies to avoid a ban imposed by government, and Brighton owner Tony Bloom has jumped on the bandwagon. 

Submitted by C Costigan on, Jul/11/2022

Where Can I Bet On Major League Baseball Games on My Mobile Device From Massachusetts?

There are a number of ways in which to bet on MLB games, including the Red Sox, via your mobile phone and laptop from Massachusetts.

Submitted by Dan Shapiro on, Jul/11/2022

Can I Really Run My Own Online Sportsbook?

Ever since the U.S. Supreme Court ruled to abolish sports betting prohibition and open the states to begin regulating, the amount of people looking to start their own online sportsbooks has exploded.  And it is easier than 1-2-3, but you still must follow certain rules per the Gambling911.com Code of Compliance. 

Submitted by Aaron Goldstein on, Jul/11/2022

Where Can I Bet On Major League Baseball Games on My Mobile Device From New York State?

There are a number of ways in which to bet on MLB games, including the Yankees and Mets, via your mobile phone and laptop from New York.

Submitted by C Costigan on, Jul/11/2022

New York's Mobile Sports Betting Brings in $302M in Tax Revenue First Six Months of 2022

New York's Mobile Sports Betting Brings in $302M in Tax Revenue First Six Months of 2022

It's been a great start to the New York sports betting sector with $302M in tax revenue recorded.  But should anyone really be shocked?  Speaking with our own Thomas Somach, revered gaming attorney I. Nelson Rose suggested that the actual tax for sports betting in New York could be as high as 71%.

Submitted by Gilbert Horowitz on, Jul/10/2022

Beloved Sports Bettor Portrayed by Bruce Willis Alan “Dink” Denkenson in Hospice Care

A family friend confirmed the famed professional sports bettor, bookie and successful poker player had taken a turn for the worst following a week in the ICU as well wishes began pouring in on Saturday.

Submitted by C Costigan on, Jul/09/2022

SBC Looks at New Marketing Entry Challenges for Sports Betting Firms in USA

SBC Looks at New Marketing Entry Challenges for Sports Betting Firms in USA

Marina Bogard, Managing Director US at Betsson Group, claims that "nobody is in profitable territory right now".

Submitted by C Costigan on, Jul/07/2022

NJ Online Sportsbooks to Require Multi-Factor Authentication

NJ Online Sportsbooks to Require Multi-Factor Authentication

Although 2FA/MFA solutions have been used by companies in many industries, New Jersey’s requirements are noteworthy because they spell out what is usually considered a best practice.

Submitted by Gilbert Horowitz on, Jul/06/2022

Gambling.com Group Brings on Board Dave & Busters CFO

Gambling.com Group Brings on Board Dave & Busters CFO

One of the top sports betting affiliates in the USA market, the Gambling.com Group, has brought on board Michael Quartieri to join its Board of Directors.

Submitted by Aaron Goldstein on, Jul/06/2022

Sports Betting Firms Use Helping the Homeless in Likely $100 Million Ad Spend to Woo California Voters

But "California Solutions to Homelessness and Mental Health Act" referendum suggesting legalized gambling will help reduce homelessness may rub some voters the wrong way.

Submitted by C Costigan on, Jul/05/2022

Maine Sports Betting Market Limited and Not Likely to Go Live for Another Two Years

Maine Sports Betting Market Limited and Not Likely to Go Live for Another Two Years

Up to 12 entities have reached out to the Maine Gambling Control Unit to introduce themselves and offer information about their services, but they're not who you might think.

Submitted by Gilbert Horowitz on, Jul/05/2022

Can I Bet Sports Online With Just a Valid Email?

Can I Bet Sports Online With Just a Valid Email?

More and more online sportsbooks are moving to the anonymous wagering model.  Sites like Nitrobetting only require a valid email to open an account and to get paid.

Submitted by Aaron Goldstein on, Jul/05/2022

How Does the MyBookie.ag Welcome Bonus Compare With Other Websites?

How Does the MyBookie.ag Welcome Bonus Compare With Other Websites?

The MyBookie.ag welcome bonus is okay, but be prepared to jump through hoops in order to get it. 

Submitted by Gilbert Horowitz on, Jul/02/2022

Caesars Sportsbook Lakers Futures: 22-1 to 10-1 in Last 24 Hours

Caesars Sportsbook Lakers Futures: 22-1 to 10-1 in Last 24 Hours

Flurry of action including a $10K bet pushes the Lakers futures odds despite team not making any big moves.

Submitted by Don Shapiro on, Jul/02/2022

BetMGM Bonuses in New York - Cancelled Until Further Notice

BetMGM Bonuses in New York - Cancelled Until Further Notice

A high tax rate cutting into profits along with the potential of an advertising crackdown by regulators could be the catalyst.

Submitted by Gilbert Horowitz on, Jul/01/2022

Gambling Bill Dead in North Carolina

Gambling Bill Dead in North Carolina

With the legislative period for 2022 in North Carolina ending Thursday, a measure to allow mobile sports betting in the Tar Heel State has all but died for the remainder of this year.

Submitted by Gilbert Horowitz on, Jul/01/2022

Players Breeding Their Own Horses to Compete in Metaverse

Players Breeding Their Own Horses to Compete in Metaverse

Metarace bills itself as offering the first Metaverse competitive game, in the form of horse racing, that is now live on the metarace gaming platform.  It also features a ‘ play-to-earn ‘ feature.

Submitted by Aaron Goldstein on, Jun/28/2022

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