Gambling

The End of Telephone Betting, Tribes Oppose California Sports Betting

The End of Telephone Betting

It's the end of an era as UK-based Bet365 has finally put an end to its telebetting service.  The company cited a lack of interest in placing wagers over one's phone via voice communication. 

Submitted by C Costigan on, Jun/06/2020

Online and Land Based Gaming Industries Spotlighted at Digital Conference

Online and Land Based Gaming Industries Spotlighted at Digital Conference

The SBC Digital Summit North America virtual trade show is to deliver a comprehensive examination of the current status of and future opportunities in both the online and land based U.S. gambling industry. 

Submitted by Press Release on, Jun/04/2020

Nevada Betting on Health Safety as Las Vegas Casinos Reopen

Nevada Betting on Health Safety as Las Vegas Casinos Reopen

After 78 days of historic quiet, cards will be cut, dice will roll and jackpots can jingle again 12:01 a.m. Thursday at casinos in Las Vegas and throughout Nevada. 

Submitted by Associated Press on, Jun/03/2020

CA Sports Betting Bill Advances, MLS, NHL Near Return to Play

CA Sports Betting Bill Advances, MLS, NHL Near Return to Play

According to The Athletic, Major League Soccer is awaiting a vote from its players regarding a return-to-play proposal that could end the suspension of the MLS season and avoid a lockout.

Submitted by Don Shapiro on, Jun/03/2020

Focus on Gaming Affiliates at CasinoBeats Malta Digital

Focus on Gaming Affiliates at CasinoBeats Malta Digital

CasinoBeats Malta Digital is to reflect the crucial role that affiliates continue to play in the online casino industry by making the future of igaming affiliation one of the key themes of the agenda for the three-day virtual conference and exhibition.

Submitted by Press Release on, Jun/02/2020

Casino Patrons Exposed to Covid, SBC Barcelona Digital Only

Casino Patrons Exposed to Covid, SBC Barcelona Digital Only

Those who recently visited a northern Michigan casino may have been exposed to the coronavirus, health officials warned on Monday.

Submitted by Aaron Goldstein on, Jun/01/2020

Connecticut Casinos Reopen in Defiance After Covid Closure

Connecticut Casinos Reopen in Defiance After Covid Closure

Tribal casinos in Connecticut began reopening on Monday despite Connecticut Gov. Ned Lamont saying it is too early.

Submitted by Gilbert Horowitz on, Jun/01/2020

Professional Gambling - how they do it

Who wouldn’t like a glamorous life of a professional gambler? Luxury hotels, easy working hours, lots of cash - the whole nine yards. Unfortunately being a professional gambler isn’t usually looking like the media is portraying it. 

There are several different ways of being professional gambler. For example, you can make a living out of these types of gambling:

 

Submitted by Payton on, Jun/01/2020

The Coronavirus Could Lead More States To OK Sports Betting And Internet Gambling

The Coronavirus Could Lead More States To OK Sports Betting And Internet Gambling

The coronavirus pandemic could lead to a quicker expansion of sports betting and internet gambling in the U.S. as states deal with huge budget deficits and look for new tax revenue wherever they can find it. 

Submitted by Associated Press on, May/30/2020

Is Draftkings Sportsbook Legal From Louisiana?

Is Draftkings Sportsbook Legal From Louisiana?

Draftkings does not accept customers from the great state of Louisiana.  A number of other top online sportsbooks are accessible from the state, including Jazz Sports, which is offering a generous welcome bonus with a maximum of $1000.

Submitted by Gilbert Horowitz on, May/28/2020

California, Ohio, Louisiana Sports Betting in Play, Plaza Hotel & Casino Set to Reopen

California, Ohio, Louisiana Sports Betting in Play, Plaza Hotel & Casino Set to Reopen

The likelihood of mobile sports betting coming to California is not very good but land-based tribal casinos could offer in-person wagering at some point.

Submitted by Don Shapiro on, May/28/2020

Man Charged in Scheme That Used Bitcoin to Buy Personal Data

Man Charged in Scheme That Used Bitcoin to Buy Personal Data

A New Hampshire man has been charged in a fraud scheme that involved using Bitcoin to buy stolen personal data belonging to people across the country, officials said. 

Submitted by Associated Press on, May/27/2020

Ace Per Head Platform

Ace Per Head Platform

If you are looking to book action, then the first thing you are going to need to do is getting set up with a pay per head service.

Submitted by C Costigan on, May/27/2020

Las Vegas CEO Offering $1000 Free Flights to Stimulate Sin City Economy

Las Vegas CEO Offering $1000 Free Flights to Stimulate Sin City Economy

As Las Vegas begins to welcome visitors back to the city, one CEO has found a creative way to help reignite tourism. Derek Stevens, who announced plans today to reopen his Downtown Las Vegas properties the D Las Vegas and Golden Gate Hotel & Casino on June 4, will give away 1,000 free flights to Las Vegas from more than 20 major U.S. cities.

Submitted by Press Release on, May/27/2020

Is WinStar World Resort Back Open?

Is WinStar World Resort Back Open?

The massive WinStar World Resort on the Texas/Oklahoma border is now reopen (Wednesday May 27, 2020) with social distancing protocol.  Despite the 25 percent capacity restrictions early on, the establishment can still accommodate 6000 people.

Submitted by Gilbert Horowitz on, May/27/2020

Online Casinos In USA- Latest Updates

Online Casinos In USA- Latest Updates

Gambling really has evolved over the years. In the past, people had to visit a land-based casino if they wanted to wager money with the intent of winning some extra cash back. Now however, tech has helped the gambling industry thrive. People can now place a bet without having to leave their homes and this has created even more opportunities for gamblers. 

Submitted by Payton on, May/27/2020

SBC Digital Summit North America Unveils Agenda and High-Profile Interview Series

SBC Digital Summit North America Unveils Agenda and High-Profile Interview Series

The agenda for SBC Digital Summit North America is to feature an ‘In Conversation With’ series of interviews with some of the biggest names in the U.S. betting and gaming industry.

Submitted by Press Release on, May/26/2020

Ho Dead, Vegas Casinos Target June 4 for Reopening, Carousel Group Hiring Spree

Ho Dead, Vegas Casinos Target June 4 for Reopening, Carousel Group Hiring Spree

Free parking, but no valet service. Bartenders, blackjack dealers, and waiters wearing masks. Hand sanitizer everywhere.

Submitted by C Costigan on, May/26/2020

Phil Mickelson a "Known Rat" in Billy Walters Case Claims Pro Bettor

A popular sports bettor might not have been on board with wagering on Sunday's much hyped "The Match: Champions for Charity".

Submitted by Jagajeet Chiba on, May/24/2020

Russian Table Tennis Betting No Joke During This Time of Pandemic

Russian Table Tennis Betting No Joke During This Time of Pandemic

William Hill sportsbook director Nick Bogdanovich said the UFC handle at William Hill topped what was wagered on Russian table tennis over last weekend, but not by a large margin. 

Submitted by Don Shapiro on, May/22/2020

Pro Bettor Talks Pandemic Impact on Sports Betting, How Real Bookies Approach Their Craft

Pro Bettor Talks Pandemic Impact on Sports Betting, How Real Bookies Approach Their Craft

A professional sports bettor, Rufus Peabody, recently spoke to BetIndianaNews.com to discuss the coronavirus pandemic's impact on sports betting.  Much of it is obvious, no sports equals no wagering.  But with sports slowly but surely returning, the big question centers around home field/court advantage should games be held without fans.

Submitted by Don Shapiro on, May/22/2020

10 Years of CalvinAyre.com, G911 Owner Recounts Payback

10 Years of CalvinAyre.com, G911 Owner Recounts Payback

CalvinAyre.com is celebrating its 10 years online and our very own Chris Costigan offered his congratulations and talks about what it was like to torture Calvin Ayre for so many years, only to have the tables turned on him.

Submitted by Payton on, May/21/2020

New Figures Suggest the Unstoppable Rise of eSports is Set to Continue

There are so many different sports and activities that people can make a wager on these days, but one area which is increasingly attracting a lot of attention is the world of competitive gaming – also known as eSports.

The entire scene has been on an incredible journey in recent years and now new figures have suggested that its success looks set to continue in the near future too.

Submitted by Payton on, May/21/2020

Bet365 Enters Colorado Sports Betting Market, SBC North American Virtual Summit Coming in July

Bet365 Enters Colorado Sports Betting Market

Save the date, the SBC Digital Summit is coming to North America 14-16 July.

Submitted by Gilbert Horowitz on, May/21/2020

The Final Dance: Horace Grant sounds OFF on Michael Jordan, Denies He was Source of Leaks (Video)

The Final Dance: Horace Grant sounds OFF on Michael Jordan, Denies He was Source of Leaks (Video)

The final episode of the Michael Jordan documentary ‘Last Dance’ aired this past Sunday but that doesn’t mean the drama has ended.

Submitted by C Costigan on, May/20/2020

Covid-19 Sees an Increase in Slot Sites Usage

Covid-19 Sees an Increase in Slot Sites Usage

Across the globe, the Covid-19 pandemic has led to an increase in slot site usage due to more and more of us remaining locked down at home.

Submitted by Payton on, May/20/2020

Nic Sulsky of MKF Jumps From Producing Children's Television to Fantasy Sports

Nic Sulsky of MKF Jumps From Producing Children's Television to Fantasy Sports

Ryan Knupp of Knupp Sports this week sat down with Nic Sulsky of the popular hybrid fantasy sports site Monkey Knife Fight to discuss his entry into the fantasy sports industry.

Submitted by Gilbert Horowitz on, May/20/2020

Hitta betting sites CSGO av hög kvalitet

Hitta betting sites CSGO av hög kvalitet

Att hitta högkvalitativa betting sites CSGO är inte alltid enkelt. Det finns visserligen fler alternativ idag, men det betyder inte att alla är likvärdiga. Det är därför viktigt att man söker efter de bästa sajterna för att börja satsa pengar på olika turneringar och event.

Submitted by Payton on, May/20/2020

SBC Enters Latin American Market, Masks Required at Most Casinos

SBC Enters Latin American Market, Masks Required at Most Casinos

Gambling911.com media partner SBC is excited to announce their first ever event dedicated to the Latin America gaming market.

Submitted by Gilbert Horowitz on, May/20/2020

Louisiana Sports Betting Bill Near Final Legislative Passage

Louisiana Sports Betting Bill Near Final Legislative Passage

A bid to help legalize sports betting in Louisiana is steps from final legislative passage, though the wagering still would be a year or more away. 

Submitted by Associated Press on, May/19/2020

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