Gambling
Sports Betting Briefs: Jake Paul Fight Big for Books, NFL Gets Cozy With Sports Betting
Though it may have seemed silly at the time, the fight between social media influencer Jake Paul and UFC fighter Ben Askren turned into a big win for the books. Plus a $603K slots jackpot hits and casinos getting back to pre-pandemic numbers.
March Gambling Revenue Soars After 2020 Virus Shutdown
New Jersey’s casino and sports betting revenue more than doubled in March compared from year ago — but that’s because the emerging pandemic shut down casinos for the second half of the month last year.
UEFA Europa League Season Recap So Far
Everyone's attention is usually focused on the UEFA Champions League season after season, but let's not forget that there's another tournament that is just as exciting and where teams fight to prove they do belong among Europe's best, and it's UEFA Europa League.
Should You Bet the A's This Weekend?
The Oakland Athletics may be a dangerous team to bet on at 5-7 coming into their series against the Detroit Tigers, but there is an interesting trend you need to be aware of that could prove profitable.
Where Can I Bet the Jake Paul vs. Ben Askren Fight Online?
Social media mogul Jake Paul and former UFC fighter Ben Askren are set to fight Saturday night and this one should get plenty of bets.
NFL Inks Sports Bet Deals With Caesars, FanDuel, DraftKings
Once one of the staunchest opponents of allowing people to bet legally on its games, the NFL on Thursday announced deals with three major gambling companies to become official sports betting partners.
Cryptocurrency Use In Africa
For centuries, Africa has been in the shadows of the world and economic growth. As a continent, Africa is home to more than one billion people who are still largely living without basic needs like access to health care, education, and sanitation. As a consequence, the region is in dire need of an economic revolution.
DraftKings and PGA Tour Team Up for Sports Betting in Arizona: Ducey Makes it Official
Arizona Governor Doug Ducey, the grandson of World Wide Tele Sports founder Bill Scott, has officially signed off on the legislation.
Mobile Sports Betting Money Tempts Cash-Strapped States
States around the country are realizing what gamblers figured out long ago: The future of sports betting — and tax money to be made from it — is online.
Americas Cardroom New Software Eliminates Predatory Behavior at Tables
Americas Cardroom has unveiled its new software. Features include the ability to eliminate predatory practices at cash game tables.
Oddspedia in USA
For Oddspedia, finding a place in the US presents the opportunity to build on relationships with existing partners, as well to connect with new operators. “It’s yet another important move in the company’s sustained development” stated Jeton Kodia, Co-founder.
McGregor to Poirier: 'You Inbred Hillbilly!", Threatens to Pull Out of Trilogy, Latest Odds
Early Conor McGregor (-110) vs. Dustin Poirier (-110) betting action is good money so far, mostly on Poirer.
Doctor Accused of Gambling While Kids Stayed in Locked Car
Marieny Elena Guimera-Revelo was arrested by Seminole Police Sunday on two counts of child neglect after she was found gambling in the Seminole Hard Rock Casino in Hollywood. Her children, ages 3 and 11, were left in a locked car outside near what was described as "high foot traffic".
Sports Betting Beat: Costa Rica Licenses, US Payment Solutions
These are the top stories for Monday April 12, 2021 in the world of sports betting.
PA Man Used Credit Card Swiped From Casino for Online Gambling
A Bethleham, Pennsylvania man is accused of stealing a credit card from a casino guest that he later used to gamble online.
W88 Bookmarkers - The Most Prestigious Bookie In Asia
W88 is known by players as one of the oldest and most respected betting bookmarkers in Asia. In recent years, with the increasing demand for betting by players, the W88 bookie has expanded the betting market to many countries. With the desire to bring players many new experiences, the W88 bookie applies advanced technology for betting products.
Odds Released on Meghan Markle Attending Prince Philip's Funeral
It's a sad day for the world as it was revealed Friday that Prince Edward, husband of Queen Elizabeth II, had passed away. He was 99 and lived an otherwise amazing life.
New York's Path to Mobile Sports Betting Questionable
New York is expected to allow for two mobile sports betting master licensees with a minimum of four skins, a model many view as least competitive.
Florida Gambling Bills Don't Include Sports Betting
One of three bills introduced would allow for gambling at former US President Donald Trump's golf resort in Doral just outside Miami
Maryland Sports Betting Would Have No Cap
Maryland is on its way to becoming the first state with an unlimited (uncapped) number of online sports betting operators, both online and retail. This means, in theory at least, that the Old Line State could host just about any current legal operator. Wyoming and Tennessee allow unlimited sports betting licensees online.
New York Approves Online Sports Betting: But What Model?
New York Governor Andrew Cuomo has given his blessing to legalized online sports betting in the state as part of the 2022 fiscal year budget.
Detroit’s Ilitch Family Buying Half of Atlantic City Casino
A New York hedge fund said Tuesday it is selling as much as half its ownership of Atlantic City’s Ocean Casino to the Ilitch family, which owns professional sports teams, a nationwide pizza chain and a casino in Detroit.
Wyoming Governor Signs Sports Betting, Revenge Porn Bills
Wyoming Governor Mark Gordon on Monday signed off on legislation allowing legalized sports betting in the nation's least populous state.
Deshaun Watson Facing Criminal Complaint
HPD announced the change in the case and said in its statement: “As with any allegation, the Houston Police Department is now conducting an investigation and will not comment further during the investigative process.”
Can't Register to Open an Online Betting Account From My Phone in Illinois
The state of Illinois has returned to in-person registration to open an online sports betting account following a pause due to Covid-19.
Officer in Urlacher Sports Betting Case Enters Guilty Plea
A Chicago cop has plead guilty for his role in the operation of a high profile sports betting ring that involved the brother of Bears great Brian Urlacher.
Bet the Twins-Tigers Series - Head-to-Head Trends
It's been a tale of two series totals since 2017 depending on what side of the 9
Sports Betting Beat: AI to Take Over the Duties of Sports Gambling Writers
AIs would all but eliminate the need for sports writers plus Lottery.com purchases the Sports.com domain name with plans to enter lucrative US sports betting market.
Maxim Magazine Enters Into The US Legal Sports Betting Sector
Through a partnership with the Carousel Group, Maxim Magazine will soon be launching its own tailor-made native iOS and Android sports betting apps available in designated US states and other regions of the world.
Sportsbook Software Language - Things You Might Need to Know
Sports betting has become a popular and mainstream activity, due primarily to its widespread legalization following the United States Supreme Court’s ruling in 2018. It invalidated Nevada’s sole ability to legally offer wagering on sports within the state. Since the ruling, 25 states have passed legislation to allow some types of sportsbooks to operate within their borders.
