Gambling

TonyBet Complaints Continue to Mount: Renowned Poker Pro Owner Antanas Guoga Mum

What is going on over at TonyBet.com, where complaints appear commonplace.  Antanas ‘Tony G’ Guoga started the site a few years back with much fanfare especially since he had developed such a solid reputation as both a poker player and politician.

Submitted by Guest on, May/13/2016

EEG Media Presents Their First iGaming Conference: Budapest 2016

Eastern European Gambling Media is proud to host their first iGaming conference dealing with the Central, Eastern and Northern European online gambling markets.

Submitted by Guest on, May/13/2016

Russia Bans 24 Players in Gambling Case: Players Bet Their Own Clubs

The Russian Basketball Federation says it has banned 24 players from 11 clubs as part of an investigation into gambling.

Submitted by Guest on, May/13/2016

14 Arrested in Georgia Gambling Raids

14 individuals were arrested by Georgia Commercial Gambling Unit deputies Thursday for allegedly violating state gambling laws.

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Submitted by C Costigan on, May/12/2016

In the Running for Worst Criminal Ever? Patriots Player-Turned Bumbling Bookie Profiled

In the Running for Worst Criminal Ever? Patriots Player-Turned Bumbling Bookie Profiled

ESPN The Magazine will feature a story in the coming month profiling former New England Patriots wide receiver Reche Caldwell who, in March of 2014 got busted for running an illegal bookmaking business.  But that turned out to be just a minor infraction.

Submitted by C Costigan on, May/12/2016

Anti-Virus Software Pioneer Sought in Murder of Neighbor Hired by Gaming, DFS Firm

Anti-Virus Software Pioneer Sought in Murder of Neighbor Hired by Gaming, DFS Firm

An eccentric multi-millionaire and US Presidential candidate has been hired to work for a social media gaming firm MGT, and his name is not Donald Trump.

John McAfee was best known for developing a popular anti-virus computer software but in recent years made headlines after authorities in Belize announced him as a person of interest in connection to the 2012 murder of his neighbor American expatriate Gregory Viant Faull.  

Submitted by Jagajeet Chiba on, May/12/2016

MyBet Slump Continues: Reports 11 Percent Revenue Decline

Frankfurt Xetra-listed European online gambling firm MyBet reports an 11 percent revenue decline to €14.9 million for its Q1 2016 opening (period ending 31 March).

Submitted by C Costigan on, May/12/2016

Sheldon Adelson’s Sands Corp Faces $2 Million State Fine: Violated Gambling Rules

The Las Vegas Sands Corp. faces a $2 million state fine to settle allegations that it didn’t properly account for millions of dollars it paid to a Chinese consultant in a basketball deal and received from a high roller.

Submitted by C Costigan on, May/12/2016

Gambling Community Reacts to Haden Ware Probation, Most Agree With Judge’s Decision

Reaction within the gambling community has been generally supportive of the news earlier this week that former Internet bookie Haden Ware, who turned himself in after 18 years on the run, received only probation and no prison time for violating Federal laws against online gambling in 1998.

Submitted by Thomas Somach on, May/11/2016

Congress Studying Daily Fantasy Sports at Federal Level Concludes

A hearing to determine a need for regulation of the Daily Fantasy Sports industry at the federal level took place May 11 in Washington, DC and concluded almost exactly a Noon Eastern Standard Time.

Submitted by Aaron Goldstein on, May/11/2016

Bodog Brand Rep Blasts NBC News Ayre ‘Hit Piece’: ‘Nothing New’

Following a rather lengthy report by NBC News that uncovers leaked information pertaining to the now infamous Panama Papers, a representative from Bodog Brands commented exclusively to Gambling911.com early Wednesday.

Submitted by Guest on, May/11/2016

Lindsey Graham Gets Shifty: Sneaks Online Gambling Language Into Unrelated Bill

Lindsey Graham Gets Shifty: Sneaks Online Gambling Language Into Unrelated Bill

One time US Presidential hopeful - or as GOP nominee Donald Trump might say “hopeless” – Lindsey Graham has decided to slip some anti-online gambling language into the latest House Appropriations bill.

Submitted by Guest on, May/10/2016

Former Browns Player Who Stole From Children’s Charity to Pay Gambling Debts Denies Assault

BEDFORD, Ohio (Associated Press) — A former Cleveland Browns player who had his sentencing delayed in an embezzlement case while he participates in a concussion study has denied charges that he assaulted a man at a golf course over a loud radio.

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Submitted by Associated Press on, May/10/2016

Purdum: Expect Broader Conversation on US Sports Betting at Congressional Hearing on DFS

Wednesday’s scheduled Congressional hearing to deal with Daily Fantasy Sports contests will also encompass sports betting in general.

Submitted by Guest on, May/10/2016

Fugitive Co-Founder of Defunct Web Gambling Site WSEX.com Sentenced to Probation

An American who spent over 13 years as a fugitive from U.S. authorities for his role as an employee at an Antigua-based online sports betting enterprise was sentenced on Monday to six months probation.

Submitted by C Costigan on, May/09/2016

NBC News: Panama Papers Expose Bodog Founder Calvin Ayre 'Exploits'

NBC News: Panama Papers Expose Bodog Founder Calvin Ayre

NBC News has learned that the Panama Papers exposing some of the secret financial dealings of wealthy individuals worldwide also reveal ties to flamboyant online gambling tycoon Calvin Ayre.

Submitted by Guest on, May/09/2016

Jeremy Shockey Subpoenaed in Gambling, Drug Probe: Court Docs Reveal Death Threats, Grave Desecration

Former New York Giants tight end Jeremy Shockey has been subpoenaed as part of an FBI drug and gambling ring probe involving some close friends, ABC 10 in Miami revealed this weekend.

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Submitted by C Costigan on, May/09/2016

Haden Ware of WSEX to be Sentenced Monday: Gaming Expert Predicts ‘No Jail Time’

The final chapter in the long and sordid saga of pioneer Internet sportsbook World Sports Exchange (WSEX) will be written Monday in New York City when Haden Ware, one of the co-founders of the Antigua-based scam company, is to be sentenced in court for his role in its operation.

Submitted by Guest on, May/08/2016

RI Chief of Staff Negotiating DraftKings Legality as Wife Applied for VP Job There

RI Chief of Staff Negotiating DraftKings Legality as Wife Applied for VP Job There

Rhode Island Governor Gina Raimondo’s Chief of Staff Stephen Neuman had been negotiating legislation tied to the fate of Boston-based DraftKings at the very time his wife was interviewing for a job as Vice President of the Daily Fantasy Sports firm.

Submitted by Aaron Goldstein on, May/05/2016

Payout Complaints Continue to File in Against BetOWI.com, Sister Book

The Sportsbook Review website is asking that anyone having difficulty receiving payouts from BetOWI.com and its sister online sportsbook SportsBettingOnline.com contact them in an effort to gain a better view of just how extensive the situation is.

Submitted by C Costigan on, May/05/2016

Nevada Sportsbooks Could Soon Take Bets From All 50 States

Nevada Sportsbooks Could Soon Take Bets From All 50 States

Proposed legislation in the Silver State seeks to allow those living in other states to open real money wagering accounts with legalized Nevada-based sportsbooks using smart phone apps. 

Submitted by Aaron Goldstein on, May/04/2016

Tim Donaghy Shock Claim: ‘All NBA Refs Gamble’

Tim Donaghy Shock Claim: ‘All NBA Refs Gamble’

Disgraced former NBA referee Tim Donaghy speaking to Colin Cowherd Wednesday afternoon made a shocking claim that all refs gamble.

Submitted by C Costigan on, May/04/2016

Shut Up! Monk Charged With Hacking Man to Death Over Gambling Dispute

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A Buddhist monk has been charged with hacking a man to death with a sickle over a gambling row in Ayutthaya, Thailand, the Bangkok Post reported on Wednesday.

Submitted by Nagesh Rath on, May/04/2016

FDA Warns That Drug Abilify Causes Compulsive Gambling, Now Impulsive Sex

The US Food and Drug Association has issued a warning that two antipsychotic drugs, Abilify and Aristada, could cause compulsive sexual behavior, eating disorders and even compulsive gambling. 

Submitted by C Costigan on, May/03/2016

Texas AG Wants DraftKings Lawsuit Moved or Dismissed: Claims DFS Illegal

Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton says he wants a lawsuit filed by DraftKings to be moved to another venue or dismissed entirely.

Submitted by Alistair Prescott on, May/02/2016

14 Charged in Massive Mafia-Connected New Jersey Sports Betting Ring

A major mob drug and gambling bust involving 14 people and 15 New Jersey towns was revealed this week. 

Submitted by C Costigan on, May/02/2016

TonyBet Player Claims Balance Confiscated: Forced to Keep Gambling

An Estonia-based online sportsbook founded by professional poker player and would be politician Antanas Guoga (better known as Tony G) has reportedly confiscated the wagering account of a player to the tune of $3577.

Submitted by C Costigan on, May/02/2016

Daily Fantasy Sports Bill Signed by Tennessee Governor (Update)

Tennessee Governor Bill Haslam signed off on a bill that will make Daily Fantasy Sports in the state legal.

Submitted by Guest on, May/01/2016

Sports Betting Expert Arrested on Numerous Outstanding Felony Warrants Including Rape

Sports Betting Expert Arrested on Numerous Outstanding Felony Warrants Including Rape

A sports betting expert was arrested this past Thursday on felony warrants that ranged from intimidation to theft to fraud to even rape.

Submitted by C Costigan on, Apr/30/2016

Professional Golfer John Daly Living to 50 Will Pay Out $150K as Part of Bet

Fuzzy Zoehler wrongly bet that John Daly would not make it to the age of 50.  The professional golfer celebrated his 50th birthday on Thursday.

Submitted by Don Shapiro on, Apr/29/2016

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How to Withdraw Funds From Online Casinos?

Navigating the world of online gambling, especially when it comes to withdrawing your winnings, can seem daunting at first. However, with the right knowledge and understanding, the process can be smooth and secure.