Latest UKGC Report Finds £3bn Slots GGY and More Female Gamblers Online
Twice each year, the UK’s Gambling Commission releases its industry report, covering findings of average consumer spending, gross gambling revenues, the split between online and retail, and much more. On November 24, one of the leading authorities in global gambling licensing and regulation unveiled its newest figures for the gambling industry of Great Britain.
Former FTX CEO Sam Bankman-Fried Arrested in Bahamas, Being Extradited to US
No word yet on whether FTX Compliance Officer once tied to giant online poker cheating scandal will be criminally charged.
Encore First to Get Mass Sports Betting License....Others in Limbo
"I think it'll do pretty good for us," said Jim Ghikas, general manager of Mike's Roast Beef, right across the street from Encore. "A lot of people go in there already and they do come here afterwards, and more bettors in there will only increase our business. We're looking forward to it."
Spanky Claims Bally's Forces Sport Trade App to Drop Him
It took just four days before Bally's reacted to pro bettor wagering at their property Spanky refers to as "not the cleanest"....this after being invited to do so.
Patrons Intervene to Help Catch Cage Robber at Beau Rivage Casino Ahead of G911 Visit
This state-of-the-art BetMGM Book Bar & Grill is a high-energy sports entertainment and dining. Our "Bet of the Century" was on the winning LA Chargers, so watching it here was an enjoyable experience.
Wheelchair Bound Man Thrown Down Stairs Just Latest in Sick Sportsbook Social Media Trend
Cringeworthy social media posting comes at a time when Commonwealth of Massachusetts commissioners delay BetMGM's mobile sports betting application out of "concerns".
Sports Betting in Illinois Hits New Record in October
Until March 5, 2022, Illinois sports bettors were required to visit an Illinois casino or racetrack in order to register for an online sports betting account. Illinois gamblers can now set up accounts directly online or via their mobile devices. The timing could not be any better as the industry showed signs of a slowdown in February.
What to Make of the Twitch Gambling Ban
As is often the case in the online casino industry, important events might only make a small ripple in mainstream news reports. However, the recent ban of casino streaming on the Twitch platform made resonating with plenty, as it opened up questions on areas like free speech, regulation of the internet, protection of minors, and so on.
Portnoy-Penn Relationship Raises Concerns in Mass...BetMGM Decision Delayed Too
Commissioner questions what the relationship means in terms of suitability, honesty, and integrity of the applicant. Meanwhile, BetMGM partnership with MGM Springfield raises questions as well.
Lucky Hearts Poker Open Returns to Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino in Hollywood, Fla
The tournament kicks off with the $600 Deep Stack No Limit Hold’em opener featuring a $1 million guaranteed prize pool.
Caesars Running Afoul of DGE in NJ As AGA Continues It's 'Look at That Birdie Over There' Routine
American Gaming Association CEO Bill Miller called them “a scourge on our society". He wasn't referring to Caesars though.
Justice Dept Indicts Club Owner for Illegal Sports Betting, Money Laundering
Plus Australia targets SkyCity casino for money laundering amid gambling crackdown.
Kick Streaming Platform Called Out for Reported Connection to Stake.com
Twitch is no longer the sole social media streaming site in town. Enter Kick, which promises a better cut for streamers. And unlike Twitch, which banned unlicensed crypto gambling websites like Stake.com recently, Kick welcomes gambling promotions to its platform.
Vegas Reports 2022 FIFA World Cup Betting Down
When we last had a World Cup, FanDuel and DraftKings were for the most part nonexistent, at least in their current sportsbook incarnation. Prior to this period, the two companies operated as successful daily fantasy sports businesses.
ThePOGG.com Casino Affiliate Goes Up For Sale
iGaming affiliate and dispute mediation site ThePOGG.com is now being offered for sale to interested parties. ThePOGG.com is one of the most recognisable brands in the sector having established an unparalleled reputation via its authoritative content, unique role as an Alternative Dispute Resolution provider and its work in the area of responsible gambling.
College Age Students Perfect Prey for Legal Regulated Sportsbooks
“You freakin’ idiots … Selling out your own students who you’re supposed to be caring for,” said Ramsey. “The No. 2 addiction in North America today — and fastest growing addiction in North America today — is online gambling. It starts with the sports betting as a gateway drug.”
Hollywood Actor, Poker Pro James Woods Says He Will Sue the DNC
Woods reacted to allegations that the DNC and Twitter colluding to suspend him from the social media platform.
Universal Disgust at PointsBet Brees Lightning Strike Stunt FAIL
"What a tasteless, classless and insensitive PR stunt!" one person wrote as internet lights up.
Drew Brees Struck By Lightning While Shooting Commercial for PointsBet
The incident took place in Catatumbo along Lake Maracaibo in a video that went viral on Friday morning.
1Win - Best Sportsbook for Canadian Players | Review
This article will help you get to know the 1Win bookmaker in Canada in more detail. You will find out how to get bonuses, how to make a deposit, information about the app and much more.
Opportunities Emerging for US Sports Betting Affiliates: Good News in MA With New Designation
Sports betting affiliates operating in the commonwealth of Massachusetts will have a "less burdensome" designation, but there remains one major drawback.
How to Open an Online Casino in 2023
You don't have to be Steve Wynn to own a casino. Heck, anyone these days can open an online casino, and it is far easier than one might think. You won't even need much in the way of initial capital.
The Rise of Mobile Betting is Leaving People Ruined: Ways to Avert Catastrophe
Financial catastrophe is now only a few clicks away, Maxwell Strachan of Vice News suggested in a recent report dealing with the rise of mobile sports betting in the United States.
Increase in Revenue Generated by Casinos in Germany Over the Past Year
The expansion of online slot machine availability in Germany is economically beneficial. A few short months following the introduction of the new market, the rise in tax receipts was already 15.5% greater. The German Ministry of Finance released the third quarter data for the gaming industry and it reported total tax collections of €596.1 million ($589 million).
Casinos Coming to a City Near You, But Some More Open Than Others
Downtowns in some of the U.S. biggest cities are only now beginning to embrace casino gambling. Witness New York City and Chicago.
USA Beating Iran a Bloodbath for the Books
More than twice as many bets were place on USA (-105) than Iran (+323), England (-230), Wales (+795) and both Draws combined.
Hey FanDuel: HOWE Can You Allow This?
FanDuel's social media account is a hot mess these days featuring images of battered women and now they are being called out by those in the gaming industry as CEO Amy Howe stays silent.
Online Gambling Trends Expected to Catch on in 2023
While Artificial Intelligence will be used more to enhance the overall player experience in an online casino and virtual reality could come into its own (emphasis on the word "could"), the hot trend in gaming for 2023 could very well be a call for more enhanced security on many fronts.
Gambling 911 Sits Down With Mattress Mack, Who Won $75 Million Betting World Series
Earlier this month, Texas furniture mogul Jim “Mattress Mack” McIngvale won the largest payout ever on a legal sports bet: $75 million from a futures wager that the Houston Astros would win the 2022 World Series.
Red Flags Always There for Sam Bankman-Fried’s FTX Exchange
Plus nChain announces the appointment of Christen Ager-Hanssen as its new Group CEO.
