Business & Financial

Online Casinos Ranking in Japan 2021: Guide to Asian Gambling

Learn more about online casinos in Japan and explore its crucial features that help pick the right site for gambling online.

Submitted by Payton on, Thu, 02/04/2021 - 09:16

Chris Moneymaker Becomes an Americas Cardroom Team Pro

Gambling911.com is thrilled to announce that Chris Moneymaker, the first ever world champion after qualifying at an online poker site, has been named the latest Americas Cardoom team pro.

Submitted by Ace King on, Wed, 02/03/2021 - 19:59

Can't Bet the Cavaliers, Hokies on William Hill App From Virginia

Those looking to bet on the William Hill app from the commonwealth of Virginia are prohobited from doing so on any of the in-state schools such as the University of Virginia and VTech. There are alternatives such as Jazz Sports.

Submitted by Aaron Goldstein on, Wed, 02/03/2021 - 16:34

Wallstreetbets.com Domain Has Hit the Market

Wallstreetbets.com domain is available for sale and the owner has chosen gamblingdomains.io as their broker and marketing partner. The transaction of the domain sale will be processed using escrow.com. The domain was first registered in 1998 and the Reddit group for wallstreetbets was created Jan 31st, 2012.

Submitted by Press Release on, Wed, 02/03/2021 - 09:27

Gamestock Cross Sports Prop Bet Available for Super Bowl 55

BetOnline has posted a cross-sport Super Bowl prop surrounding the video gaming retailer GameStock.

Submitted by Ean Lamb on, Mon, 02/01/2021 - 20:32

Where Can I Bet the Super Bowl Online From Tennessee?

Should I drop my offshore sportsbook now that Tennessee has legalized and begun regulating in-state sports betting sites? It depends. For one, the in-state licensed books will require individuals to be at least 21 (offshore books the minimum age is 18).

Submitted by Aaron Goldstein on, Mon, 02/01/2021 - 10:03

Mason: "Super Bowl 55 Will Be Biggest Betting Event in History"

Dave Mason of BetOnline says the action he has seen for Super Bowl 55 is the most in his lifetime and in the history of that 22-year-old sportsbook.

Submitted by C Costigan on, Sun, 01/31/2021 - 12:26

Reddit Frenzy Pumps Up "Joke" Crypto Dogecoin

One of the beneficiaries of the past week's Reddit short squeeze frenzy is none other than a crypto coin that started as a joke, Dogecoin.

Submitted by Aaron Goldstein on, Sat, 01/30/2021 - 21:04

Fox Bet, PokerStars Latest to Launch in Michigan

FOX Bet & PokerStars, the world’s largest and most popular online poker product, and Stars Casino today launch an incredible array of real money online gaming and betting brands in Michigan. From superior sports betting to poker, blackjack and much more, the in-app experience and shared wallet provides consumers with a variety of exciting ways to play and engage, revolutionizing the fan experience.

Submitted by Associated Press on, Fri, 01/29/2021 - 19:05

Bad Month Ends Bad Year for Vegas Casinos

December was a historically bad month for Nevada casinos at the end of a historically bad year, according to a Thursday state regulatory report on gambling activity and state revenues.

Submitted by Associated Press on, Thu, 01/28/2021 - 20:52

Virus Aid, No New Taxes Top US Gambling Industry 2021 Goals

The U.S. gambling industry wants additional financial aid from the next round of coronavirus stimulus legislation, and promises to fight new or higher taxes on its operations as it works to recover from the pandemic.

Submitted by Associated Press on, Thu, 01/28/2021 - 20:40

Oklahoma Supreme Court Rejects Stitt’s Gambling Compacts

The Oklahoma Supreme Court has rejected gambling compacts that Republican Gov. Kevin Stitt negotiated with two Oklahoma-based Native American tribes, delivering the first-term governor another setback in his attempt to renegotiate the deals that allow gambling at tribal casinos.

Submitted by Associated Press on, Thu, 01/28/2021 - 10:40

The Athletic Becomes BetMGM's Exclusive Sports Betting Partner in USA

The Athletic, a leading digital sports media company, and BetMGM have agreed to a partnership in which BetMGM has become The Athletic’s exclusive sports betting partner in the United States. Key details of the agreement include the creation of The Athletic Betting Hub, a new content vertical for The Athletic, as well as further in-depth content and product integrations between the two companies.

Submitted by Press Release on, Thu, 01/28/2021 - 10:04

Without Adelson, Las Vegas Sands Posts $299 Million Loss

Las Vegas Sands Corp. posted a fourth-quarter loss of $299 million, after reporting a profit in the same period a year earlier, as the casino and resort operator saw its business dry up due to the coronavirus pandemic.

Submitted by Associated Press on, Wed, 01/27/2021 - 20:36

Cryptocurrency Trader Charged With Fraudulent Scheme Involving Over $5 Million

AUDREY STRAUSS, the United States Attorney for the Southern District of New York, and William F. Sweeney Jr., the Assistant Director-in-Charge of the New York Field Office of the Federal Bureau of Investigation (“FBI”), announced today the unsealing of a Complaint in Manhattan federal court charging JEREMY SPENCE, a/k/a “Coin Signals,” a cryptocurrency trader who solicited funds for various cryptocurrency funds that he operated, with commodities fraud and wire fraud offenses.

Submitted by Press Release on, Wed, 01/27/2021 - 09:28

Where Can I Bet The Super Bowl Online From Michigan?

State-licensed Michigan online sportsbooks are now live just in time for taking bets on this year's Super Bowl, but remember that the apps trace all your activity and will be reported to the IRS once you meet a specified threshold.

Submitted by Don Shapiro on, Wed, 01/27/2021 - 08:54

IGT and FanDuel Group Bring Omnichannel Sports Betting to Michigan

International Game Technology PLC (“IGT”) (NYSE: IGT) announced today that its PlaySports platform is powering the recently launched FanDuel Sportsbook mobile app in Michigan, the latest U.S. state to introduce regulated online sports betting and iGaming. I

Submitted by Press Release on, Tue, 01/26/2021 - 17:48

Does iGaming in the US Market Have a Serious Impact?

With the state of Michigan allowing for legalized online casino games in addition to sports betting, Innovation and Strategy Consultant for the gaming industry, David Sargeant, posed the question: Does igaming make a difference?

Submitted by C Costigan on, Tue, 01/26/2021 - 12:03

Bally's Acquires Monkey Knife Fight Fantasy Game Platform

ATLANTIC CITY, N.J. (AP) — Bally’s continued its acquisition juggernaut Monday, acquiring the daily fantasy sports company Monkey Knife Fight in an all-stock transaction that further widens the fast-growing company’s drive to add casino, online sports betting and media companies.

Providence, Rhode Island-based Bally’s becomes the third U.S. sports betting company to have a daily fantasy sports component, along with DraftKings and FanDuel.

Submitted by Associated Press on, Mon, 01/25/2021 - 15:51

North Carolina, Catawba Tribe, Ink Deal That Will Bring Vegas-Style Gambling

North Carolina’s governor has signed a revenue-sharing agreement with the Catawba Indian Nation that clears the way for Las Vegas-style gaming to be offered at a planned resort in Kings Mountain, officials said.

Submitted by Associated Press on, Sun, 01/24/2021 - 20:43

FanDuel Group Brings FanDuel Sportsbook & Casino to Michigan

FanDuel Group, in collaboration with MotorCity Casino, officiallylaunched a fully integrated, real money online gaming experience for residents and visitors to the state of Michigan Friday January 22, 2021.

Submitted by Aaron Goldstein on, Fri, 01/22/2021 - 13:50

Challenges in Starting Your New Online Casinos

Online casinos are a reality and are here to stay. They simply offer more than land-based casinos and are much more fun to enjoy. New online casinos are popping up on the Internet every week, so many people believe it’s easy to start one. However, launching a new online casino is a logistics nightmare.

Submitted by Payton on, Fri, 01/22/2021 - 09:49

Can't Bet the Cavs From Virginia

Sports betting officially launched in the commonwealth of Virginia Thursday, courtesy of FanDuel. You just can't bet your beloved Cavaliers there. A number of offshore sportsbooks the likes of BetUS are still accessible from Virginia and do take bets on the Cavs, so no worries there.

Submitted by C Costigan on, Thu, 01/21/2021 - 23:33

Bitcoin Slumps 10% as Pullback From Record High Gathers Pace

Bitcoin slumped 10% on Thursday to a 10-day low, retreating further from record highs, with traders citing fears of tighter U.S. regulation.

Submitted by Reuters on, Thu, 01/21/2021 - 10:57

Indiana Casino Bigwig Fights State Over Ouster Order

A longtime heavyweight in Indiana’s gambling industry is fighting state regulators’ attempts to force him to give up his stake in a Lake Michigan casino and a $300 million new casino project in Gary.

Submitted by Associated Press on, Thu, 01/21/2021 - 10:49

Rovell Claims Barstool Sports "Making History" With 19.1 Hold Percentage

Action Network's Darren Rovell claimed Tuesday that Barstool Sportsbook "made more money from their bettors per dollar than any book in history" last month. He noted they were third in overall action in the Keystone State of Pennsylvania.

Submitted by Tony Caliente on, Tue, 01/19/2021 - 17:19

Online Gambling Kicks Off in Michigan Friday

In-state licensed sportsbooks and online casinos can now begin taking bets from Michigan residents and visitors beginning Noon Friday.

Submitted by Aaron Goldstein on, Tue, 01/19/2021 - 16:06

House Wins Big With Bucs But Hopes They Don't Win Super Bowl

Dave Mason of BetOnline confirmed Sunday that much of the money on the late Sunday game between Tampa Bay and New Orleans was on the Saints.

Submitted by Don Shapiro on, Mon, 01/18/2021 - 09:20

Bragg Gaming Launches With Betway

ORYX Gaming, a Bragg Gaming Group company ( TSXV: BRAG, OTC:BRGGF ), announced today that its entire RGS portfolio has gone live with leading global online sports betting and casino operator Betway via their market-leading ORYX Hub platform. Betway is licensed in several key jurisdictions.

Submitted by Press Release on, Thu, 01/14/2021 - 11:32

Payments Crucial to Ongoing Growth of US Online Sports-Betting Market

Quickly and easily receiving payouts of winnings is the most important factor for U.S. sports bettors when selecting an online sportsbook, and prioritized by 37% of players, according to research released today by Paysafe, a leading integrated payments platform. The latest All the Ways Players Pay report also suggests that offering digital wallets and other alternative payment methods allows sportsbooks to overcome the challenge of card declines.

Submitted by C Costigan on, Thu, 01/14/2021 - 11:21