Gambling
Super Bowl 2010 Betting: Line Moves Déjà vu
There has been much made here at Gambling911.com of the 2010 Super Bowl odds being incredibly fluid just days before the big game and why that might be when approximately
Iowa Backs Legalized Sports Betting
(Associated Press) - A Senate subcommittee on Wednesday unanimously approved a bill legalizing sports betting in Iowa, but even backers conceded they have a long way to go before such gambling is l
Irate Over iPoker Network: Reneges on Jackpot Win?
One of the world's largest online poker networks has come under fire of late for policies related to the discouraging of high stakes long term winning poker players as customers, a
Online Poker Payment Processor Faces Up To 30 Years
Online poker payment processor, Douglas Rennick of Canada, is facing up to 30 years in prison after an appeals court on Monday upheld a contempt order for his refusing to comply with a grand-jury s
Contempt Order Upheld in Online Gambling Case
NEW YORK (Dow Jones)--A federal appeals court on Monday upheld a contempt order for refusing to comply with a grand-jury subpoena against two companies owned by a Canadian man accused of processing
Asia Gambling Tycoon Stanley Ho in Grave Condition
One of the gambling world's most recognizable figures is said to be in grave condition.
Online Gambling Conference Might Rethink Strategy
The International Gaming Expo (also known as IGE) has voiced opposition in the past year over another online gambling event, the
Internet Gambling: iMEGA Chief Testifies Before New Jersey
IMEGA will participate in today's hearing of the New Jersey Senate's Gaming & Tourism committee, with Chairman Joe Brennan Jr.
Best of Gambling911: Woo Falls for Super Hero
Now celebrating 10 great years, Gambling911.com takes a look back at some of its star reporters greatest loves. There was Marc "Gorby" Blandford, the founder of Sportingbet.com who Woo
Aussie Millions Champion, Australia Election Odds
Gambling911.com's Man Down Under, Greg Tingle, has all the latest news on the Aussie Millions Champion, James Packer and Australia's election odds.
Aussie Millions Champion Crowned
The 2010 Aussie Millions Main Event has a champion. Tyron Krost is keeping the title in Australia for the second straight year. The 23-year-old battled 746 players over five days to take the title home to Sydney, along with the $2 million AUD first-place prize.
James Packer's City Of Dreams Macau Potential Share Buy In By Harrah's Entertainment
Chili Poker Gets Chilly Reception from Affiliates
Following Gambling911.com's publishing of Chili Poker CEO's email about that online poker company's stance when it comes to "winning players" (see my article
2010 Super Bowl Betting Will Set Records (We Hope)
Gambling911.com is hopeful that 2010 Super Bowl betting will set all types of records from traffic numbers to revenue for our online sportsbook sponsors. The vast majority of Super Bowl bets will be related to propositions such as "first to score", "coin toss" and even the length of the National Anthem.
VC Poker Gives Players the Boot
It's difficult to imagine two strong name brands like the iPoker Network and long time British bookmaker Victor Chandler finding themselves in the midst of a PR nightmare, but that is exactly what
France Operators Won’t Shut Down Online Gambling Accounts
Good news for online gambling operators in France as it has been reported they will not have to shut down their gambling customers accounts.
UK Betting Worth £6bn: US Should Take Notice
According to a report in eGaming Review Magazine online, the UK betting industry is now valued at £6bn according to Deloitte and employs a whopping 100,
Sports Betting News: NBA Relaxes Gambling Stance
The NBA may be taking another step toward relaxing its antigambling stance. The league is talking with the Ontario Lottery and Gaming Corp.
Delaware Appeals Sports Betting Restrictions
DOVER, Del. (AP) - The state of Delaware on Wednesday appealed restrictions on its sports betting lottery to the U.S.
London Booty Calling: Joe Brennan Jr. Diaries
The Interactive Media Entertainment & Gaming Association fearless leader, Joe Brennan Jr., has taken some time off from going head-to-head with the Kentucky
Fatal System Error Looks At Mob, Internet and Costa Rica
There is a new book out entitled "Fatal System Error", which, among other things, takes an in depth look at the Mob and its influence over the Internet from the United States to Costa Ric
Australia Casino Gossip From The Media Man
Crown Casino is in a jovial mood this week, with celebs, big time players and whales in town for the annual Aussie Millions. Annette "Annette 15" Obrestad has already pocketed $200,000 AUD at the tables, while Dan Shak won over a million quid via the $100,000 Challenge, but that's small change compared to what Mr James Packer and co are making from all the action at Crown Limited.
The bean counters are said to be extremely pleased.
Australian Internet Censorship Still a Hot Button Topic
I hope everyone had a Happy Australia Day, unless of course you are one of the millions of Aussies who are protesting the upcoming "Great Australian Firewall", thanks to Senator Stephen C
Dikshit Sells Remaining Stocks in PartyGaming
According to reports filed by Bloomberg News on Tuesday, PartyGaming co-founder Anurag Dikshit has sold his remaining shares in what was once the world's largest online poker company, PartyGaming.
Justice Dept. Wants More Info on Churchill Downs Deal
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (AP) - Churchill Downs Inc. said the Justice Department has asked for more information related to its proposed $126.8 million deal to buy online rival Youbet.com Inc.
PPA Applauds Poker Players’ Efforts to Aid Haiti
The Poker Players Alliance (PPA), the leading poker grassroots advocacy group with more than one million members nationwide, today commended the g
Ladbrokes Customer List for Sale
By JASON LEWIS, MAIL ON SUNDAY SECURITY EDITOR and SANDRA WHITE IN MELBOURNE,
Online Gambling: Kentucky v. iMEGA Wait Continues
Though the Kentucky Supreme Court today released a number of opinions for cases on its docket, the anticipated decision in Commonwealth of Kentucky v. iMEGA, et al, was not among them.
World Sports Exchange, Matchbook.com Downgraded
A popular sports betting portal has recently downgraded long established World Sports Exchange (WSEX.com) and another betting exchange it owns, Matchbook.com, citing "payment issues".
Sports Betting News: World Cup 70 Percent of BM Rev
Make no mistake about it, sports betting businesses across the globe are looking forward to this summer's
Senate Committee Approves Counter Gambling Bill in Kentucky
FRANKFORT, KY (AP) - Legislation that would allow Kentucky voters a say in all gambling proposals has cleared one hurdle by getting through a Senate committee.
The Senate State and Local Government Committee approved the measure on a 7-5 vote Wednesday. It would require a longstanding proposal to legalize slots at horse tracks or any other such measure to be ratified by voters in a ballot referendum.
The legislation is expected to be short-lived. If it were to pass the full Senate, House Speaker Greg Stumbo said it won't pass the House.
