Gambling

Intriguing Statistics Provide a Snapshot of the Australian Gambling Industry

“Money makes the world go around,” goes the famous Cabaret song, and that certainly seems to be the case for the Australian gambling industry, which continues to achieve record high revenues.

Submitted by B.E.Delmer on, Nov/06/2023

The War on PrizePicks: Founder Says Other Companies Engaging in 'Anti-Competitive Strategy'

But even gamblers say what PrizePicks is offering is indeed sports gambling.

Submitted by Aaron Goldstein on, Nov/05/2023

Late 'Friends' Actor Matthew Perry Was a Prolific Gambler From a Country With Really Bad Casinos

The best casino experience in Canada is probably the one from your phone.

Submitted by Jagajeet Chiba on, Nov/03/2023

What Makes the Winter OSS So Hot? Try $30 Mil in Guarantees

It seems like just yesterday we were all sweltering across the globe under scorching high record temperatures.  And while it may be starting to get cold inside, things are gonna stay hot in the world of online poker.

Submitted by Ace King on, Nov/03/2023

PrizePicks Continues to Put Up 'Sick' Numbers Despite State Regulator Pushback on 'Pick'em' Model

Last month, they witnessed 460K downloads according to the US App Store. 

Submitted by Frank Doyle on, Nov/03/2023

Judge Sentences Las Vegas Casino Thief Who Conned Employees Into Giving Him Over $1M

Individual pretended to be owner or high ranking executive of casinos requiring large sum of money for emergency matters.

Submitted by Jagajeet Chiba on, Nov/03/2023

Can I Use ESPN Bet From My State? Launch Date November 14

Can I Use ESPN Bet From My State? Launch Date November 14

ESPN Bet has the potential to cut into DraftKings and FanDuel's market dominance in the U.S. regulated sports betting space.

Submitted by Don Shapiro on, Nov/02/2023

Seminoles to Launch Retail Sports Betting, Craps in Florida Next Month

The Seminoles of Florida announced on Wednesday that they will begin offering sports betting at three of their casinos in Hollywood and Coconut Creek on Dec. 7. Additional locations will begin offering sports betting Dec. 8 and Dec. 11.

Submitted by Gilbert Horowitz on, Nov/01/2023

TwinSpires Race to Mediocrity: How This Horse Book Can't Seem to Capitalize on its 'Annointed' Status

The brand is the 5th most downloaded despite having a decade's head start out of the gate.

Submitted by Jagajeet Chiba on, Oct/31/2023

Done Best? Company Scrutinized by Regulators for Allowing Bets on Syracuse, Army Games From NY

All sports handicappers appear to have been dropped as well.

Submitted by Aaron Goldstein on, Oct/31/2023

Nickmercs to Offer Gambling Streams as Part of New Kick Contract

Nickmercs to Offer Gambling Streams as Part of New Kick Contract

As Twitch has warned its streamers about promoting certain forms of gambling, Kick has opted to fill the void.

Submitted by Alistair Prescott on, Oct/31/2023

Transmira Transforming Gambling Industry

Transmira has been developing new applications for virtual reality, some of which could be used in gambling, specifically online gambling.

Submitted by Thomas Somach on, Oct/31/2023

M Resort Jayde at 16 Animal Cruelty as Live Goldfish Served in Cocktail

"Don’t understand why people think this is ever a good idea," asked one person via Twitter.

Submitted by Jagajeet Chiba on, Oct/30/2023

BetFred's Former COO: 'Seems I Kicked the Fanboy Beehive'

BetFred's former COO Bryan Bennett came out swinging this weekend after Circa Sportsbook Director of Operations Jeffrey Benson (#BetJeff) approached him with a haymaker following Bennett's contention that Circa relies solely on the abundance of slot machines as the only way Circa can operate at a 4% margin in Nevada.

Submitted by Nagesh Rath on, Oct/29/2023

Did Circa's Jeff Benson Just Smack Down BetFred's Former COO?

BetFred former COO blasts Circa: "Your regular reminder that the only reason Circa can trade at a 4% margin in NV is because their casino floors are covered in slot machines. The model does not work at scale outside of NV. Period."  Circa Director of Operations fires back.

Submitted by Nagesh Rath on, Oct/28/2023

U.S. Gambling Regulations in 2023

Gambling in the U.S. is worth millions of dollars every year, but things aren't always so cut and dry. Each state has autonomy over its own gambling regulations and can decide which in-person and online betting markets are permitted.

Submitted by Payton on, Oct/27/2023

Two Ballot Initiatives for Sports Betting in California Filed Friday

Similar double voter initiatives for legalizing sports betting failed miserably before in California.

Submitted by Frank Doyle on, Oct/27/2023

Sandro Tonali Won't Be Playing With Newcastle as FIFA Extends Gambling Ban

"The request submitted by the Italian Football Association to extend the sanction it imposed on the player Sandro Tonali on [Friday] to have worldwide effect has been granted," FIFA said in a statement.

Submitted by Alistair Prescott on, Oct/27/2023

Bet365 Sees 31 Percent US Market Share Increase, 4th Most Downloaded App

Bet365 Sees 31 Percent US Market Share Increase, 4th Most Downloaded App

Bet365 has seen the 2nd biggest spike in downloads of the US sportsbook apps this month.  It's enough to make Bet365 the 4th most downloaded app according to AppTweak.

Submitted by Aaron Goldstein on, Oct/26/2023

Senators' Shane Pinto Suspended by NHL for Violating League Gambling Policy

The NHL has suspended Pinto for 41 games

Submitted by Gilbert Horowitz on, Oct/26/2023

Newcastle's £52m Star Sandro Tonali Banned Amidst Massive Gambling Probe

The 23-year-old will not be eligible to play again until August and will be unavailable to feature at Euro 2024 next summer should Italy qualify.

Submitted by Alistair Prescott on, Oct/26/2023

Can't Use Underdog Fantasy in Maine: Company Fined, Banned

Can't Use Underdog Fantasy in Maine: Company Fined, Banned

Maine regulators have fined Underdog Fantasy $392K for what they say are violations of their fantasy sports regulations. A hearing on the fine is on the horizon, as reported by our friends at SBC.

Submitted by Gilbert Horowitz on, Oct/25/2023

Florida Stay in Sports Betting Case Denied: Hard Rock Site Could Go Live Any Day

Justice Kavanaugh writes separately to flag other potential issues w/ the deal.

Submitted by C Costigan on, Oct/25/2023

Prison Poker Games Could Help Solve Missing Person Cold Cases

Prison Poker Games Could Help Solve Missing Person Cold Cases

Cleveland Missing, a nonprofit focused on helping families of missing persons, has created a deck of playing cards featuring 52 cases from northern Ohio in hopes that inmates could potentially solve cold cases.

Submitted by Nagesh Rath on, Oct/25/2023

How to Find Safe and Reliable Online Casinos in Norway

How to Find Safe and Reliable Online Casinos in Norway

Norway has also developed a love for trying out classics like slots online, which means lots of Norwegians log onto the best internet casinos regularly. As with anything in life though, it is key for Norwegians to know what they are doing before trying out iGaming.

Submitted by B.E.Delmer on, Oct/25/2023

Can't Bet DraftKings Online From Mississippi.....YET

Can't Bet DraftKings Online From Mississippi.....YET

Mississippi was among the first states to authorize sports betting in two casino hubs following the US Supreme Court ruling to overturn decades of prohibition in 2018.

Submitted by Gilbert Horowitz on, Oct/24/2023

SBC LATAM Kicks Off in Miami October 31

The third edition of the conference and trade show for senior executives in the Latin American betting and gaming industry, SBC Summit Latinoamérica, will return to Miami’s Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino October 31 through November 1 and we here at Gambling911.com hope to see you there. 

Submitted by Aaron Goldstein on, Oct/24/2023

The Impact of Real-Time Odds Calculation on Modern Sports Betting

The evolution of sports betting has been nothing short of remarkable. With the integration of technology, particularly real-time odds calculation, the betting landscape has transformed dramatically.

Submitted by B.E.Delmer on, Oct/24/2023

Joren van der Sloot Finally Confesses to Murder Natalie Halloway

Joren van der Sloot Finally Confesses to Murder Natalie Halloway

Is currently serving time for murder of Peruvian woman the poker player met in casino.

Submitted by Nagesh Rath on, Oct/23/2023

Can You Make Sustainable Real Money Profits from Online Casinos?

Can You Make Sustainable Real Money Profits from Online Casinos?

With the rise of the internet, various traditional activities have transitioned into digital spaces. Gambling is no exception. Many people turn to online platforms to test their luck and skills, often wondering if online casino real money games can become a consistent income stream.

Submitted by B.E.Delmer on, Oct/23/2023

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