Gambling

Can I Bet on Bovada From South Dakota?

Can I Bet on Bovada From South Dakota?

Bovada and other sites are accessible from South Dakota and soon voters will decide whether to allow sports betting in Deadwood after the House on Tuesday March 2, 2020 passed a proposal to put the question on the November ballot.

Submitted by Aaron Goldstein on, Mar/04/2020

Can I Bet on the Bovada Site From Washington State

Can I Bet on the Bovada Site From Washington State

A bill to allow sports gambling in Washington state, but only at Indian casinos, has been approved by a state Senate committee despite concerns about a controversial emergency clause attached to it.

Submitted by Associated Press on, Mar/03/2020

Gambling and Sports Betting News March 3,, 2020: Coronavirus Wipes Out Business in Gambling Capital of World

Here are today's headlines in the world of gambling and sports betting as they happen - Tuesday March 3, 2020.

Submitted by C Costigan on, Mar/03/2020

Doctor on CNBC Calls for March Madness to be Cancelled Over Coronvirus Fears

Fears over the spread of the dreaded Coronavirus may begin to affect bookies, sports bettors and fans alike as there are increased calls for the cancellation of major sporting events, first the Summer Olympics in Tokyo, and now March Madness.  Futures bets have already been taken on both events as well as others that could ultimately be impacted.

Submitted by Jagajeet Chiba on, Mar/02/2020

Guard Who Took Dozens of Hostages at Mall was Gambling Degenerate

Guard Who Took Dozens of Hostages at Mall was Gambling Degenerate

A recently dismissed security guard freed his hostages and walked out of a shopping mall in the Philippine capital on Monday, ending a daylong hostage crisis in an upscale commercial district near the police and military headquarters, officials said.

Submitted by Associated Press on, Mar/02/2020

Gambling and Sports Betting News March 1, 2020: Philippines Cracking Down on Illegal Gambling Again

Here are today's headlines in the world of gambling and sports betting as they happen - Sunday March 1, 2020.

Submitted by C Costigan on, Mar/01/2020

Gambling and Sports Betting News February 28, 2020: Gambling.com Group Hit With Regulatory Headwinds, Google Algorithm Change

Here are today's headlines in the world of gambling and sports betting as they happen - Friday February 28, 2020.

Submitted by C Costigan on, Feb/28/2020

What is a Bookmaker?

What is a Bookmaker?

If you're looking to start betting regularly or become a bookie, it's important that you have an understanding of who bookmakers are and what they do.

Submitted by C Costigan on, Feb/27/2020

Coronavirus Hasn't Affected Vegas Tourism....Yet....

Coronavirus Hasn't Affected Vegas Tourism....Yet....

There are no reports of major disruptions in Las Vegas though Southern Nevada tourism officials are watching the situation closely.

Submitted by Aaron Goldstein on, Feb/27/2020

Kansas Struggling With Legalization of Sports Betting

Kansas Struggling With Legalization of Sports Betting

Kansas lawmakers who want to legalize betting on sports events and allow online sales of lottery tickets are struggling to agree on the details and facing criticism that they’re being too generous toward companies already managing casinos for the state.

Submitted by Associated Press on, Feb/27/2020

Gambling and Sports Betting News February 27, 2020: Playtech Warns of Coronvirus Impact

Online gambling firm Playtech PLC (LON:PTEC) said that the coronavirus could negatively impact results for 2020, as profits also fell in 2019.

Submitted by C Costigan on, Feb/27/2020

Odds Say Tokyo Olympics Will be Cancelled

Odds Say Tokyo Olympics Will be Cancelled

With the Coronvirus spreading like wildfire, primarily through Asia, a handful of sportsbooks have begun offering odds on whether the 2020 Tokyo Olympics will be cancelled.

Submitted by Jagajeet Chiba on, Feb/26/2020

How Do I Register With an Illinois Online Sportsbook?

How Do I Register With an Illinois Online Sportsbook?

Illinois is about to begin offering legalized sports betting with in-state licensed wagering sites.  One will be able to place bets via their mobile devices.  There is one catch, however.  In-person registration is required.  Experts believe this will steer folks to offshore sportsbooks, which already cater to Illinois residents and offer top bonuses.

Submitted by Aaron Goldstein on, Feb/26/2020

Tribal Casino Sports Betting Bill Advances in WA Legislature

Tribal Casino Sports Betting Bill Advances in WA Legislature

A bill to allow Washington tribal casinos to offer betting on sports events is moving forward in the Legislature.

Submitted by Associated Press on, Feb/25/2020

Gambling and Sports Betting News February 25, 2020: NFL Further Warms to Gambling by Allowing Stadium Betting Lounges

In 2015 the NFL famously forced the shutdown of a fantasy football convention in Las Vegas citing concerns about gambling affecting the “integrity of the game.”  A number of then current NFL players were behind the event.

Submitted by C Costigan on, Feb/25/2020

PricePerPlayer.com adds a Prop Bet Builder to their Betting Software

PricePerPlayer.com adds a Prop Bet Builder to their Betting Software

PricePerPlayer.com, a leading sports betting platform and Pay Per Head provider is adding more features to their betting platform. Their latest expansion in interactive wagering software is a Prop Bet Builder that their clients can give to their players. In short, customers that use the PricePerPlayer.com betting platform can now create their own proposition bet.

Submitted by Press Release on, Feb/25/2020

UK Parliament urged to Update gambling policies

UK Parliament urged to Update gambling policies
Submitted by Payton on, Feb/24/2020

Colorado Sports Betting Prohibitions to be Determined Shortly

Colorado Sports Betting Prohibitions to be Determined Shortly

Department of Revenue’s Gaming Enforcement Division will create a “catalog” or initial list of eligible bets to be continually updated

Submitted by Gilbert Horowitz on, Feb/24/2020

Markets Getting Decimated Amidst Coronavirus Concerns: Gaming Stocks Hit Hard

Markets Getting Decimated Amidst Coronavirus Concerns: Gaming Stocks Hit Hard

Dow down more than $900 Monday morning, many casino stocks down more than 4%

Submitted by Jagajeet Chiba on, Feb/24/2020

Gambling and Sports Betting News February 23, 2020: Fury TKO Win Over Wilder Big for Sportsbooks

Here are today's headlines in the world of gambling and sports betting as they happen - Sunday February 23, 2020.

Submitted by C Costigan on, Feb/23/2020

Betfair - the advantages of a large betting exchange

Betfair - the advantages of a large betting exchange

If you are looking for an online betting marketplace, Betfair is the place to be. It is the first international platform of its kind, which is quite large and has numerous benefits for users.

Submitted by Payton on, Feb/21/2020

Maine sports betting legalization falls through

Maine sports betting legalization falls through

Maine was hoping to see the changes in its existing betting regulations, with the preposition made during the 2020 legislative session that would have finally legalized sports betting in the state. The legislation wanted to allow Maine’s existing gambling facilities to partner up with third-party betting operations, creating thousands of opportunities for digital sportsbooks to get a license to operate in Maine.

Submitted by Payton on, Feb/21/2020

Wilder-Fury 2 Will Likely Be Most Bet on Event of the Year

Wilder-Fury 2 Will Likely Be Most Bet on Event of the Year

An early analyses of the interest in Saturday's rematch between Deontay Wilder vs. Tyson Fury suggests a historic betting event could be underway.  Bars and pubs across the world are likely to be packed wall-to-wall and most folks will want in on the action by placing a wager via their mobile device.

Submitted by Ean Lamb on, Feb/20/2020

Gambling and Sports Betting News February 19, 2020: Chinese Hackers Have Breached Online Betting and Gambling Sites

Chinese Hackers Have Breached Online Betting and Gambling Sites

Here are today's headlines in the world of gambling and sports betting as they happen - Wednesday February 19, 2020.

Submitted by C Costigan on, Feb/19/2020

Can I Bet on FanDuel From Maryland?

Can I Bet on FanDuel From Maryland?

FanDuel is not available from the state of Maryland.  Sites like Bookmaker, in business since 1986....

Submitted by Aaron Goldstein on, Feb/19/2020

Woman Raped, Another Has Throat Cut at Vegas Casino

Woman Raped, Another Has Throat Cut at Vegas Casino

33-year old Kem Peters has been charged with ‘attempted murder, burglary, domestic violence and battery’ after he slit his ex-girlfriends throat with a box cutter at the Westgate Las Vegas Resort & Casino in Las Vegas last week.

Submitted by Jagajeet Chiba on, Feb/19/2020

New Age Gambling: The Future with Cryptocurrency

New Age Gambling: The Future with Cryptocurrency

The online global gambling market is set to grow at a compounded annual growth rate of 8.77% in the run to 2024.  Technology, including the proliferation of faster internet, smartphones, and artificial intelligence, will play a crucial part in this growth. 

Submitted by Payton on, Feb/18/2020

Can I Play on Fox Bet From Illinois?

Can I Play on Fox Bet From Illinois?

You will not be able to play on Fox Bet from Illinios, at least not yet.  The company has opted not to allow those in Illinois to place wagers until it obtains a license from state regulators.  Currently sites like BetOnline, which are licensed outside the state, are available for real money betting within Illinois (residents and visitors alike can play on the site).

Submitted by Dan Shapiro on, Feb/18/2020

Trump Pardons Former 49ers Owner Charged in Gambling Case

Trump Pardons Former 49ers Owner Charged in Gambling Case

President Donald Trump on Tuesday pardoned Edward DeBartolo Jr., the former San Francisco 49ers owner convicted in a gambling fraud scandal who built one of the most successful NFL teams in the game’s history.

Submitted by Associated Press on, Feb/18/2020

Matchbook Betting Exchange UK License Suspended

Matchbook Betting Exchange UK License Suspended

The United Kingdom Gaming Commission has temporarily suspended the license of Matchbook betting exchange for reasons that are not yet clear.  All betting has ceased as a result.

Submitted by Aaron Goldstein on, Feb/17/2020

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