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WSOP Main Event Returning to ESPN

It's back!

The World Series of Poker main event is returning to ESPN following a five year absence.

ESPN had been the primary home of the WSOP for decades up through 2020.

On Thursday, ESPN and the World Series of Poker announced a multiyear agreement to bring the competition back to the media outlet's platforms this summer. The new deal is highlighted by more than 100 hours of coverage of the main event beginning on July 2, culminating in a three-night linear finale for the final table from Aug. 3 to 5.

Submitted by Ace King on, Sat, 03/28/2026 - 10:39

How Live Betting Works in India

Live betting, also known as in-play betting, has become one of the most popular forms of online betting in India. Whether it’s a cricket match, football game, or tennis match, bettors can analyze the action and make decisions based on current performance rather than predictions alone.

Submitted by B.E.Delmer on, Fri, 03/27/2026 - 12:17

Back-to-Back Slot Launches Reflect Strategic Push into Canada’s Expanding iGaming Sector

Ontario’s regulated online casino market has not slowed down in early 2026. Over the past weeks, several international studios have rolled out new slot titles across licensed platforms, adding fresh content at a steady pace.

Submitted by B.E.Delmer on, Fri, 03/27/2026 - 12:06

Prediction Market Tracker April 2026: Who Are the Industry Players Right Now?

Gambling911.com continues to monitor the prediction market space as well as any newcomers to the sector as we enter April 2026.

Submitted by Aaron Goldstein on, Fri, 03/27/2026 - 10:49

Australia’s Online Gaming Boom: Where Platforms Like Casiny Fit Into the Trend

Phone laid next to a chip and lock and emblem of Australia on another device

Australia’s online gaming market is experiencing a significant surge, with digital platforms attracting more players and attention from regulators. This rapid growth is reshaping the industry, driving innovation, compliance demands, and new user experiences across major operators.

Submitted by B.E.Delmer on, Thu, 03/26/2026 - 11:36

Can't Watch Braves Games From Atlanta Market? WTF? Gamblers Look for Alternative Viewing

Gambling911.com reported on Tuesday how nine markets will be prevented from watching their Major League Baseball teams play after ending their agreements with The FanDuel Sports Network.

Submitted by Dan Shapiro on, Wed, 03/25/2026 - 15:18

FanDuel Sportsbook Unveils New MLB Experience, Cementing Its Position as the “Home of the Home Run”

FanDuel Launches Daily Dinger Free-to-Play Game, New Home Run Betting Markets, and Enhanced Player Tools For Upcoming MLB Season

Submitted by C Costigan on, Wed, 03/25/2026 - 12:51

MetaBet appoints David T. George as Customer Success Manager

MetaBet Founder, Mark Phillip, said: “Our goal is to make our customers feel supported at every step of the process. Adding David to the roster to focus on Customer Success is doubling down on that customer-first approach.”

Submitted by Press Release on, Wed, 03/25/2026 - 09:54

'Joker' Reveals How His Cartel Took Down Texas Lottery

It is a scandal that shook the lottery industry in Texas to its core last year and was widely covered here at Gambling911.com. Now finally we have confirmation from the man who oversaw the multi-million dollar scheme.

Submitted by Alejandro Botticelli on, Tue, 03/24/2026 - 13:56

FanDuel MLB Deal Ends With Some in South Florida, Other Regions, Unable to Watch Local Teams

Nine MLB teams have ended their agreements coming into the new season.

Submitted by Dan Shapiro on, Tue, 03/24/2026 - 12:26

Poker Pro Daniel Negreanu Finally Weighs in on Austin Texas Area Lodge Card Club Raid: 'I Think it's Unfortunate'

The Texas Alcoholic Beverage Commission (TABC) provided a 22-page warrant alleging money laundering. Negs, not always a fan of co-owner Doug Polk, says he is rooting for him and the card club to win.

Submitted by Ace King on, Tue, 03/24/2026 - 11:06

29 Bullets. Five to the Head: Gambling Kingpin Lin Bingwen Dead

A major underground gambling operator and financier, “The Eel” (real name Lin Bingwen), allegedly was involved in a number of criminal activities including, but not limited to, illegal betting networks, money laundering and organized crime-linked financial systems.

Submitted by Alejandro Botticelli on, Tue, 03/24/2026 - 10:25

AOC Slams Prediction Markets as Offering 'Just a Fig Leaf' to Appease Lawmakers

Following Monday's news that two lawmakers had introduced legislation that would prevent prediction markets from offering sports event contracts, market leaders Kalshi and Polymarket were quick to introduce guardrails.

Submitted by Gilbert Horowitz on, Mon, 03/23/2026 - 22:19

Massachusetts Online Casino Legislation Pushed Back at Least a Year, Reprieve for Sweepstakes Brands

In addition to allowing real money online casino gambling through the commonwealth, including poker and table games, HB 4431 also looks to prohibit sweepstakes casinos.

Submitted by Gilbert Horowitz on, Mon, 03/23/2026 - 21:04

Lawmakers Introdcue Legislation Prohibiting Sports Bets at Prediction Markets

Utah Sen. John Curtis and California Sen. Adam Schiff are leading a bipartisan push to prevent prediction markets from offering events contracts on sports. The legislation is called the “Prediction Markets are Gambling Act".

Submitted by Gilbert Horowitz on, Mon, 03/23/2026 - 20:22

Interview with Tim Buchmann on Germany’s Gambling Regulation, Black Market Trends and Casino Reviews

Gambling911.com speaks with Tim Buchmann, Chief Editor at CasinoBernie, about Germany’s gambling landscape, regulatory challenges, and what players should look for when choosing an online casino.

Submitted by B.E.Delmer on, Mon, 03/23/2026 - 08:59

Can't Log on to Stake.com: Access Issues in Recent Days

Reports across the net have suggested that Stake.com customers are having some difficulties accessing the popular site.

Submitted by C Costigan on, Sun, 03/22/2026 - 22:29

Make Sure Your Pay Per Head Platform is Full Service

Pay Per Head sites provide bookies and agents with a professional-style sportsbook website, where these services post thousands of sports betting lines to wager on every day.

Submitted by Tony Caliente on, Sun, 03/22/2026 - 11:30

Aurora Illiniois Set to Get New Casino: When Does it Open?

PENN Entertainment, Inc. announced that it expects to open the new land-based Hollywood Casino - Aurora on June 24. The casino will be located approximately an hour outside of Chicago.

Submitted by Aaron Goldstein on, Sat, 03/21/2026 - 17:08

Kalshi Out of Nevada....for Now

A Nevada judge has temporarily prevented the federally licensed Kalshi from operating in the state.

Submitted by Aaron Goldstein on, Fri, 03/20/2026 - 20:40

Oklahoma's WinStar World Casino and Resort Has All-New Baccarat Salon

Located inside WinStar’s Beijing Gaming Plaza, the 1,350-square-foot space features an expanded selection of eight brand-new Baccarat tables, including five Mini Baccarat tables offering the Dragon Bonus side bet and three Dai Baccarat tables.

Submitted by Gilbert Horowitz on, Fri, 03/20/2026 - 10:11

IRS Involvement in Round Rock Texas Lodge Card Club Raid New Development Suggesting Federal Exposure

Texas Alcoholic Beverage Commission (TABC) raided the establishment co-owned by poker pro and podcaster Doug Polk on March 10. The probe began June 2024. Polk has maintained he was not involved in any wrongdoing.

Submitted by Nagesh Rath on, Fri, 03/20/2026 - 09:41

Bill To Ban Prediction Markets from Enabling Officials to Bet On and Profit Off of War

Recent suspicious activity on prediction markets has raised serious questions about whether certain government insiders are using government secrets to make significant personal profit by placing anonymous bets on online gambling platforms.

Submitted by t c jackson on, Thu, 03/19/2026 - 10:27

Everything You Need to Know About the MelBet Platform in India

MelBet in India is easiest to understand as a mobile-first betting platform built around cricket, live markets, and fast access.

Submitted by B.E.Delmer on, Thu, 03/19/2026 - 09:36

Grok Assessment of Doug Polk Potential Criminal Exposure With Austin Area Poker Club: 'Case Looks Circumstantial So Far'

The mere mortals here at Gambling911.com and those in the poker community who read it believe the situation is bad, real bad, for co-owner Doug Polk. So what does AI think?

Submitted by Nagesh Rath on, Wed, 03/18/2026 - 10:27

CFTC Chairman Michael Selig Says Arizona AG Actions Against Kalshi 'Jurisdictional' Not 'Criminal'

Arizona became the first state to file criminal charges against Kalshi on Tuesday, accusing the prediction market company of operating an illegal gambling business within its borders, a significant escalation in the fight to regulate the popular platform.

Submitted by C Costigan on, Wed, 03/18/2026 - 10:18

Casino Game Streaming Surges as Personalities Like Lady Luck HQ Expand Their Reach

Casino game streaming has moved well beyond Twitch and YouTube. What began as creator screen-sharing slot sessions on large video platforms now exists inside casino-operated systems as well.

Submitted by B.E.Delmer on, Wed, 03/18/2026 - 10:03

Playnance Launches GCoin MEXC Listing with 200,000 Holders and 2M Daily Transactions

Today, Playnance has officially launched GCOIN trading, marking a significant milestone in the expansion of its Web3 entertainment ecosystem. The token is now live on MEXC

Submitted by Press Release on, Wed, 03/18/2026 - 09:54

Vegas Gambler R.J. Cipriani Adds Paramount and Ellisons to Suit Over Unpaid PR

A Las Vegas gambling has added Paramount Skydance and Larry and David Ellison to his lawsuit against executive Jeff Shell, who is the president of Paramount.

Submitted by Jagajeet Chiba on, Tue, 03/17/2026 - 14:55

Is it Legal to Use Kalshi From the State of Arizona to Bet the Wildcats in This Year's March Madness Tournament?

The prediction market Kalshi currently accepts those from the state of Arizona. But that state's AG just filed 20 criminal misdemeanor charges against the company.

Submitted by Don Shapiro on, Tue, 03/17/2026 - 13:44

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