Gambling

Man Charged With Impersonating Cop, Kidnapping Two Women Leaving Casino

Man Charged With Impersonating Cop, Kidnapping Two Women Leaving Casino

A Phoenix man is accused of impersonating a police officer and following two women from a casino.  He allegedly kidnapped and robbed both of them.

Submitted by Jagajeet Chiba on, Jan/20/2021

Rovell Claims Barstool Sports "Making History" With 19.1 Hold Percentage

Rovell Claims Barstool Sports "Making History" With 19.1 Hold Percentage

Action Network's Darren Rovell claimed Tuesday that Barstool Sportsbook "made more money from their bettors per dollar than any book in history" last month.  He noted they were third in overall action in the Keystone State of Pennsylvania.

Submitted by Tony Caliente on, Jan/19/2021

Online Gambling Kicks Off in Michigan Friday

Online Gambling Kicks Off in Michigan Friday

In-state licensed sportsbooks and online casinos can now begin taking bets from Michigan residents and visitors beginning Noon Friday.

Submitted by Aaron Goldstein on, Jan/19/2021

Bookie Sports Betting Solution for UFC 257 McGregor vs. Poirier Fight in Northwest Texas

Bookie Sports Betting Solution for UFC 257 McGregor vs. Poirier Fight in Northwest Texas

AcePerHead offers an excellent sports betting solution and full service Pay Per Head that includes live customer service and prop generation for UFC 257 and is available in Northwest Texas.

Submitted by Tyrone Black on, Jan/18/2021

Plug Pulled on Plan to Blow Up Trump Plaza in Final Hour

Plug Pulled on Plan to Blow Up Trump Plaza at Last Minute

An auction house trying to raise money for a youth charity by soliciting bids to blow up a former casino once owned by President Donald Trump called off the effort Monday after receiving a cease-and-desist letter from conservative billionaire Carl Icahn.

Submitted by Associated Press on, Jan/18/2021

One Man Critically Injured Following Vegas Strip Shooting Sunday

One Man Critically Injured Following Vegas Strip Shooting Sunday

Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Lt. David Gordon conveyed to reporters late Sunday that the suspect in a Vegas Strip shooting had been captured at the Treasure Island Hotel and Casino.

Submitted by Jagajeet Chiba on, Jan/18/2021

NFL Betting Line Analysis: Home Team -10

NFL Betting Line Analysis: Home Team -10

Gambling911.com looks at games that featured the home team a a primary -3 home favorite.  We look at the line moves around this number and the final results.

Submitted by Mary Montgomery on, Jan/17/2021

NFL Betting Line Analysis: Home Team -3

NFL Betting Line Analysis: Home Team -3

Gambling911.com looks at games that featured the home team a a primary -3 home favorite.  We look at the line moves around this number and the final results.

Submitted by Mary Montgomery on, Jan/17/2021

Bookies Guide to Sharps and Squares

Bookies Guide to Sharps and Squares

When running an online sportsbook it is important to understand the difference between the two key types of players: Sharps and squares.

Submitted by Dan Shapiro on, Jan/15/2021

Bragg Gaming Launches With Betway

Bragg Gaming Launches With Betway

ORYX Gaming, a Bragg Gaming Group company ( TSXV: BRAG, OTC:BRGGF ), announced today that its entire RGS portfolio has gone live with leading global online sports betting and casino operator Betway via their market-leading ORYX Hub platform. Betway is licensed in several key jurisdictions. 

Submitted by Press Release on, Jan/14/2021

Payments Crucial to Ongoing Growth of US Online Sports-Betting Market

Payments Crucial to Ongoing Growth of US Online Sports-Betting Market

Quickly and easily receiving payouts of winnings is the most important factor for U.S. sports bettors when selecting an online sportsbook, and prioritized by 37% of players, according to research released today by Paysafe, a leading integrated payments platform. The latest All the Ways Players Pay report also suggests that offering digital wallets and other alternative payment methods allows sportsbooks to overcome the challenge of card declines.

Submitted by C Costigan on, Jan/14/2021

Record Year for NJ Sports Betting; Casinos, Not So Much

Record Year for NJ Sports Betting; Casinos, Not So Much

New Jersey took nearly $1 billion worth of sports bets in December, an encouraging finish to a year in which coronavirus closures and restrictions sent overall gambling revenue down nearly 17%.

Submitted by Associated Press on, Jan/13/2021

Casino Billionaire, GOP Mega Donor Sheldon Adelson Dies

Casino Billionaire, GOP Mega Donor Sheldon Adelson Dies

LAS VEGAS (AP) — Sheldon Adelson, the billionaire mogul and power broker who built a casino empire spanning from Las Vegas to China and became a singular force in domestic and international politics has died after a long illness.

Submitted by Associated Press on, Jan/12/2021

5 Ways to Improve How You Run Your Online Sportsbook in 2021

5 Ways to Improve How You Run Your Online Sportsbook in 2021

If you run your own online sportsbook, Gambling911.com presents five ways to improve how you do so and increase profitability, courtesy of our friends at PricePerPlayer.com. 

Submitted by C Costigan on, Jan/12/2021

US Sports Bet Revenue Could hit $3B in 2021; NY Backs Mobile

US Sports Bet Revenue Could hit $3B in 2021; NY Backs Mobile

On a day when New York’s governor did an about-face and embraced mobile sports betting as a way to deal with financial losses stemming from the coronavirus pandemic, a company that tracks gambling legislation and performance predicted that revenue from legal sports betting could reach $3.1 billion in 2021 and as much as $10 billion within five years.

Submitted by Associated Press on, Jan/06/2021

New York Governor Andrew Cuomo Will Push for Mobile Sports Betting

New York Governor Andrew Cuomo Will Push for Mobile Sports Betting

New York Governor Andrew Cuomo has change of heart concerning legalizing mobile sports betting

Submitted by Aaron Goldstein on, Jan/06/2021

BetAmerica Sportsbook to be Absorbed Into TwinSpires

BetAmerica Sportsbook to be Absorbed Into TwinSpires

Churchill Downs Incorporated (“CDI” or “Company”) (Nasdaq: CHDN) announced today it will move to a single brand strategy for its online wagering segment by rebranding the Company’s sportsbook and iGaming platform as TwinSpires.

Submitted by Press Release on, Jan/05/2021

GAN Limited Completes Acquisition of Coolbet

GAN Limited Completes Acquisition of Coolbet

GAN Limited (the “Company” or “GAN”) (NASDAQ: GAN), a leading business-to-business supplier of internet gaming software-as-a-service solutions to the U.S. land-based casino industry, today announced the completion of the Vincent Group p.l.c. (“Coolbet”) acquisition for a total purchase price of €149.1 million (or $175.9 million) 1 in cash and stock, as adjusted pursuant to the Share Exchange Agreement.

Submitted by Press Release on, Jan/05/2021

High-Scoring Title Game Expected as Alabama Opens as TD favorite

High-Scoring Title Game Expected as Alabama Opens as TD favorite

Offensive fireworks are expected at the CFP National Championship between Alabama and Ohio State.

Submitted by C Costigan on, Jan/02/2021

Florida Sports Betting Bill Filed for 2021

Florida Sports Betting Bill Filed for 2021

As many Americans prepare to finish out their fantasy football seasons this week, a State Senator is hoping next year you may be able to legally play for money. 

Submitted by Associated Press on, Dec/30/2020

William Hill Launches Washington D.C. Mobile Sports Book

William Hill Launches Washington D.C. Mobile Sports Book

William Hill US, America’s leading sports book operator, today launched its William Hill Sports Book App in Washington D.C., following approval of the D.C. Office of Lottery and Gaming. Available for use within a two-block radius around Capital One Arena (excluding federal buildings), the William Hill mobile app offers sports fans a betting experience with a broad and deep array of markets and bet types, including Parlay Cards and live InPlay wagering for their favorite teams, all at a tap of a finger. The app also includes a quick and secure registration process and various options to deposit and withdraw funds.

Submitted by Press Release on, Dec/29/2020

VSiN and iHeartMedia Announce Wide-Ranging Multimedia Partnership

VSiN, The Sports Betting Network, today announced the expansion of its partnership with iHeartMedia to significantly increase its audio reach. As part of this wide-ranging multimedia partnership, on Jan. 1, 2021 VSiN will move its dedicated streaming radio station to iHeartRadio, the leading all-in-one free digital music, streaming radio and podcasting platform, bringing VSiN’s unique coverage of the sports betting markets to more listeners than ever, completely free for the first time.

Submitted by Press Release on, Dec/29/2020

Why Do Bookies Need a Pay Per Head Platform?

Running any business today involves some complexity.  And it is that to be successful, you have to be able to manage and control various tasks, processes, and people in the best way

Submitted by C Costigan on, Dec/28/2020

Where Can I Bet Sports From Atlanta

Where Can I Bet Sports From Atlanta

You can bet sports from Atlanta via BetUS, a popular online site that has been serving Georgia residents since 1994. 

Submitted by Dan Shapiro on, Dec/28/2020

How Old Do I Need to Be to Place Sports Bets in Michigan?

How Old Do I Need to Be to Place Sports Bets in Michigan?

Michigan recently legalized sports betting, including online.  One must be 21 or older to place real money bets.  Access to websites located outside the state of Michigan allow those 18 and up to place real money bets (i.e. BetUS).

Submitted by Dan Shapiro on, Dec/28/2020

Can I Bet at FoxBet From Wisconsin?

Can I Bet at FoxBet From Wisconsin?

FoxBet is currently not available to bet with from the state of Wisconsin.

Submitted by Dan Shapiro on, Dec/24/2020

Can I Bet on MyBookie.ag From Florida

You can bet on MyBookie.ag from the Sunshine State but there are so many other great choices from Florida.  How about a sportsbook that allows you to open a betting account with just an email anonymously and pays in a matter of hours?

Submitted by Mary Montgomery on, Dec/24/2020

Tennessee Saw $131M in Nov. Sports Bets; $2.4M Tax Revenue

Tennessee Saw $131M in Nov. Sports Bets; $2.4M Tax Revenue

Tennessee’s new online-only sports betting program saw $131.4 million in gross wagers last month, yielding almost $2.4 million in privilege taxes for the state, officials said Wednesday.

Submitted by Associated Press on, Dec/23/2020

Can I Bet on the FoxBet App From Indiana?

Can I Bet on the FoxBet App From Indiana?

In partnership with an Indiana casino, Fox Bet is in the process of launching apps and online sports betting in the Hoosier State. 

Submitted by Don Shapiro on, Dec/21/2020

Is It Convenient to Play Roulette on Mobile Phone

Is It Convenient to Play Roulette on Mobile Phone

The pandemic has revolutionized the online gambling industry. With the constraints imposed on people all over the world that keep them inside their homes at nearly all times, brick and mortar casinos are rendered obsolete. Research from Global Poker concluded that due to lockdown restrictions, the US has observed a boost of online poker novices by 255%.

Submitted by Payton on, Dec/16/2020

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