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A Message From Calvin Ayre

In 2009, despite having relinquished any active role in the online gambling industry years earlier, I launched CalvinAyre.com due to my dissatisfaction with the news sites that then dominated discussion of the gaming sector. I found their coverage too deferential to the established giants of the day and too oblivious of the changes I saw looming on the horizon.

Submitted by C Costigan on, Feb/23/2021

Sports Betting in Texas? Two Lawmakers Give it a Go

Sports Betting in Texas?  Two Lawmakers Give it a Go

Texas is among the least likely to legalize sports betting, but it is the biggest prize for industry proponents after California.

Submitted by Gilbert Horowitz on, Feb/23/2021

Pay Per Head Services - Don't Settle for the Minimum

Pay Per Head Services - Don't Settle for the Minimum

Bookies, don’t settle for good enough, find the best, and be the best. You can be the best at what you do, and we are not going to lie and say that it will be easy, however, there is a path to be chosen if you want to be good at this game and want to earn big profits. The best pay per head providers are now offering you the chance of a lifetime to get in on the ground floor with no upfront cost and a free gaming website.  

Submitted by C Costigan on, Feb/22/2021

Up Selling Your Services - Bookie Software

Up Selling Your Services - Bookie Software

We all know how the Price per Head business works by now, and the many ways it can help us achieve our biggest goals in the sports betting industry. It’s plain and simple, with a good PPH provider your life as a bookmaker will be much easier than you probably expected, and results will start to look bigger and better in a matter of just a few days.

Submitted by C Costigan on, Feb/22/2021

BetOnline Bitcoin Payouts Now Taking Just Minutes

BetOnline Bitcoin Payouts Now Taking Just Minutes

The price of Bitcoin was sailing towards the $60K mark as of this writing.  Online gambling sites got into the cryptocurrency game years ago when the price was around $4000.  Crypto payments now represent better than 80 percent of all transactions at BetOnline and competing online gambling websites. Today, many BetOnline customers report payouts within minutes, some even say "instant" and they offer the best welcome bonuses using this method

Submitted by Mary Montgomery on, Feb/21/2021

Ballys Sports Betting is Latest to Join Forces With NHL

Ballys Sports Betting is Latest to Join Forces With NHL

Bally’s Corporation (NYSE: BALY), a leading U.S. provider of land-based gaming and interactive entertainment, and the National Hockey League (NHL), today announced the formation of a multiyear strategic partnership designating Bally’s as an Official Sports Betting Partner of the NHL®. This deal represents Bally’s first sports betting partnership with a professional sports league.

Submitted by Press Release on, Feb/18/2021

Can I Bet on the Pointsbet Sportsbook App From Nevada?

Can I Bet on the Pointsbet Sportsbook App From Nevada?

You will not be able to bet on the Pointsbet app from the great state of Nevada, however, BetOnline is accessible for all your betting needs, including the NHL and registration can be done via your mobile phone

Submitted by Ean Lamb on, Feb/16/2021

TheScore Launches Sports Betting App in Iowa

TheScore Launches Sports Betting App in Iowa

theScore Bet has officially launched in Iowa and is now available to fans across the Hawkeye State. theScore Bet offers an authentic and innovative user experience that is truly unique in how it creates a unified media and betting ecosystem when paired with theScore app.

Submitted by Press Release on, Feb/16/2021

Starting as an Affiliate

Starting as an Affiliate

From affiliate to bookmaker, what’s the better option? You are a local bookie, and your local clients drive your bottom line. What you must do is find out what your clients want, what they want to gamble on, and what options you have available to them. What do you have to offer them?

Submitted by C Costigan on, Feb/14/2021

Lawmakers in Tennessee Look to Stop Sports Betting Loans

Lawmakers in Tennessee Look to Stop Sports Betting Loans

For years a number of offshore sportsbooks have offered betting on credit to long standing customers, in particular the so-called whales.  Local bookies typically operate using this business model. 

Submitted by Gilbert Horowitz on, Feb/12/2021

Another Urlacher Co-Defendant Pleads Guilty to Role in Sports Gambling Ring

Another Urlacher Co-Defendant Pleads Guilty to Role in Sports Gambling Ring

Todd Blanken is the second defendant to plead guilty for his involvement in an illegal sports betting ring with ties to the brother of Chicago Bears great Brian Urlacher

Submitted by Jagajeet Chiba on, Feb/12/2021

Can I Bet on the Pointsbet Sportsbook App From PA

Can I Bet on the Pointsbet Sportsbook App From PA

You will not be able to bet on the Pointsbet app from the great state of Pennsylvania, however, BetOnline is accessible for all your betting needs, including the NHL. 

Submitted by Ean Lamb on, Feb/11/2021

Can I Bet on the Pointsbet Sportsbook App From Massachusetts

Can I Bet on the Pointsbet Sportsbook App From Massachusetts

You will not be able to bet on the Pointsbet app from the great state of Massachusetts, however, BetOnline is accessible for all your betting needs, including the NHL.

Submitted by Ean Lamb on, Feb/11/2021

Can I Bet on the Pointsbet Sportsbook App From Illinois

Can I Bet on the Pointsbet Sportsbook App From Illinois

On July 16, PointsBet was issued their temporary gaming license in the Land of Lincoln, becoming the 4th online sportsbook to accept sports bets in Illinois through partner Hawthorne Race Course.

Submitted by Ean Lamb on, Feb/11/2021

Can I Bet on the Pointsbet Sportsbook App From Florida

Can I Bet on the Pointsbet Sportsbook App From Florida

You will not be able to bet on the Pointsbet app from the great state of Florida, however, BetOnline is accessible for all your betting needs, including the NHL. 

Submitted by Ean Lamb on, Feb/11/2021

NHL Enters Into Sports Betting Partnership With PointsBet

NHL Enters Into Sports Betting Partnership With PointsBet

PointsBet, a premier global sportsbook operator, and the National Hockey League (NHL) today announced a new multiyear strategic partnership, naming PointsBet an Official Sports Betting Partner of the NHL®. 

Submitted by Press Release on, Feb/10/2021

5Dimes Launches in Regulated Isle of Man

5Dimes Launches in Regulated Isle of Man

Receives license from the Isle of Man Gambling Supervision Commission, Re-launches legalized sportsbook, paving path to global expansion

Submitted by Press Release on, Feb/10/2021

James Gandolfini Son to Appear in "Sopranos' Prequel

 James Gandolfini Son Preps for Role in "Sopranos' Prequel

"The Sopranos" is back.  Well, sort of.  "The Many Saints of Newark", directed by Alan Taylor, is set for release September 24 this year.  It is the prequel to the hit HBO series and stars the late James Gandolfini's son, Michael Gandolfini.

Submitted by Jordan Bach on, Feb/10/2021

Sports Betting Sites Crashed Ahead of Super Bowl

Sports Betting Sites Crashed Ahead of Super Bowl

FanDuel, DraftKings, Penn’s Barstool App and BetMGM all experienced technical issues just before and during the Super Bowl.   FanDuel and DraftKings each broke the Top 10 apps in The Apple Store on Sunday.

Submitted by Gilbert Horowitz on, Feb/08/2021

Bally’s Acquires SportCaller Free-Play Game Provider

Bally’s Acquires SportCaller Free-Play Game Provider

Bally’s Corp.’s shopping spree shows no signs of slowing down as the Rhode Island-based gambling company snapped up yet another company Monday to enlarge its fast-expanding brand.

Submitted by Associated Press on, Feb/08/2021

Super Bowl 2021 Double Result Prop Bet Payouts

Super Bowl 2021 Double Result Prop Bet Payouts

The double result prop bet for any Super Bowl or regular season game is especially popular and has the potential to pay out nicely.

Submitted by Dan Shapiro on, Feb/06/2021

How to Pick the Right Sportsbook Software For Your Business

How to Pick the Right Sportsbook Software For Your Business

Gambling911.com has your Guide to Picking the Right Sportsbook Software for your Business.

Submitted by Aaron Goldstein on, Feb/06/2021

Can I Bet on Fox Bet From My State?

Can I Bet on Fox Bet From My State?

Unless you happen to live in New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Michigan and Colorado, you will be prohibited from betting at Fox Bet.  There are excellent alternatives, including BetUS.

Submitted by Aaron Goldstein on, Feb/06/2021

Can I Bet Sports on the FOX Bet App From California?

Can I Bet Sports on FOX Bet Online From California?

You will be unable to bet sports using the Fox Bet app from California, however, a number of other online sportsbooks are accessible from the state, including BetUS.

Submitted by Don Shapiro on, Feb/06/2021

Will I Be Able to Play on FOX Bet From California?

Will I Be Able to Play on Fox Bet From California?

You will not be able to play on FOX Bet from California at this time, however, there are a number of offshore sportsbooks that are accessible from the state.

Submitted by Gilbert Horowitz on, Feb/06/2021

Is It Legal to Bet the Super Bowl Online From the State of Ohio?

Is It Legal to Bet the Super Bowl Online From the State of Ohio?

While the US Supreme Court legalized sports betting in nationwide in 2018, it is up to the individual states to amend their own laws to allow for licensing and regulation.  Ohio has yet to do so as we head into the 2021 Super Bowl.  As such, residents of the Buckeye State will continue to rely upon websites licensed in other jurisdictions but that are still accessible from Ohio.

Submitted by Don Shapiro on, Feb/05/2021

You Need to Have the Right Business Platform, Software Can Make a Difference

If you’re in the sports betting business and want to make it big, then it’s time you make sure your operation is set up with the right tools, backup and support, that only a good Price per Head service can provide. 

Submitted by C Costigan on, Feb/05/2021

Can't Bet the Cavaliers, Hokies on William Hill App From Virginia

Can't Bet the Cavaliers, Hokies on William Hill App From Virginia

Those looking to bet on the William Hill app from the commonwealth of Virginia are prohobited from doing so on any of the in-state schools such as the University of Virginia and VTech.  There are alternatives such as Jazz Sports.

Submitted by Aaron Goldstein on, Feb/03/2021

Sports Betting Co-Defendant in Urlacher Case Pleads Guilty

A suburban Chicago man pleaded guilty in federal court today to conducting an illegal sports gambling business and laundering the proceeds through an offshore company.

Submitted by Press Release on, Feb/02/2021

Where Can I Bet the Super Bowl From Washington State

Where Can I Bet the Super Bowl From Washington State

You can bet the Super Bowl online from Washington state via BetOnline, a company you have come to trust since 1999.  BetOnline offers a generous welcome bonus (max CASH bonus $1000).

Submitted by Guest on, Feb/01/2021

Breaking News

Circa Sports App Launches Live in Kentucky

“We are thrilled to launch Circa Sports in the great state of Kentucky,” said Derek Stevens, CEO of Circa Sports. “We’ve always had our sights set here as we know it is a major hub for college sports, horse racing and more.