Here are today's headlines in the world of gambling and sports betting as they happen - Thursday August 22, 2019.
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Can I Bet on Draftkings Sportsbook App From Tennessee
You will not be able to bet using the Draftkings sportsbook app from Tennessee at this time. It remains to be seen whether Draftkings will be available now that the Volunteer State has legalized online sports betting.
Submitted by Dan Shapiro on, May/23/2019
Why Pay by Phone Casinos is a Big Thing in The UK
According to the official statistics, every other person in the UK has gambled last year. Many people do it regularly too, so it’s not surprising that gambling is popular in all its forms
Submitted by Payton on, May/23/2019
More Means Less for Atlantic City as Profits Down
More casinos have meant less profit in Atlantic City since two gambling halls reopened last summer.
Submitted by Associated Press on, May/23/2019
Can I Bet Sports on FOX Bet Online From Alabama
While you may see advertisements and news stories about FOX Bet (the soon-to-launch betting app from Fox Sports and the Stars Group), betting on this app or website is prohibited from the state of Alabama.
Submitted by Gilbert Horowitz on, May/22/2019
Can I Use the Draftkings App in West Virginia?
You will soon be able to use the Draftkings app from within the state of West Virginia.
Submitted by Aaron Goldstein on, May/22/2019
When Will the New $12 Million Borgata Sportsbook Be Open?
Casino officials tell The Associated Press it will open a sports bar and sports betting facility named Moneyline Bar & Book on June 29. The name is a reference to the money line, a method of betting on sports in which a gambler wagers that a team will win its game without having to win by a certain amount of points.
Submitted by Aaron Goldstein on, May/22/2019
Tips to Seek out the best Gambling Bonuses
With the gambling industry experiencing significant growth, this is a boom time for operators and punters alike. New companies are launching on a regular basis and that means more value for the players as they aim for our custom.
Submitted by Payton on, May/22/2019
Borgata Babes Case Can Go to Trial
A state appellate court says five cocktail waitresses who sued an Atlantic City casino for gender bias and a hostile work environment can take their case to trial.
Submitted by Associated Press on, May/21/2019
Top Gambling Stories: Holzhauer Returns, High Court Ends Kenya Gambling Ad Ban
One of the most prolific gambling and sports crazed nations, Kenya, will no longer ban gambling ads, at least for now, and professional sports betting Holzhauer returns to Jeopardy Monday
Submitted by Jordan Bach on, May/20/2019
Influence of Blockchain on Internet Gambling
Ahead of the highly anticipated first ever segment on the long running CBS news magazine 60 Minutes covering bitcoin, Inside Financial looks at the impact blockchain has had on the gaming sector.
Submitted by Aaron Goldstein on, May/19/2019
Looking for the Best Gaming Platform?
Playing with odds has always been a classic form of entertainment. From poker games to slot machines, many people have had their own share of fun and winnings while playing in casinos. The industry has also evolved with technology and is now entering an era where anyone can play different games or slots all while sitting comfortably in their own home.
Submitted by Payton on, May/19/2019
Sports Betting News Updates: FanDuel Not Offering Eurovision Odds? Borgata Launches Sportsbook
FanDuel, arguably the biggest online sports betting site in the United States that only operates in one state, New Jersey, had not yet posted future bets on one of the world's largest competitions, Eurovision 2019.
Submitted by Jordan Bach on, May/17/2019
MGM May Pay $800 Million in Shooting Settlement
Casino giant MGM Resorts told federal regulators Thursday it might pay up to $800 million to settle liability lawsuits stemming from the 2017 mass shooting in Las Vegas — the deadliest in modern U.S. history.
Submitted by Associated Press on, May/17/2019
Sports Betting News Updates: $2.64 Billion Bet in NJ First Year ...BetMania Back to Normal? AZ and the Over
Plus an easy win on the Arizona Cardinals OVER 5.5 NFL regular season wins in 2019?
Submitted by C Costigan on, May/16/2019
Sports Betting Coming to the Mohegan Sun PA
The casino got the green light Wednesday from the Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board in Harrisburg to open a sports betting lounge on site, making it the only casino in northeastern and central Pennsylvania to have legalized sports betting.
Submitted by Gilbert Horowitz on, May/16/2019
Four Online Casinos Fined $5.8m
MrSpin.co.uk and Spin247.co.uk parent company will pay the biggest fine of the four operators, £2.2m
Submitted by Gilbert Horowitz on, May/15/2019
Philly Casino Fined for Serving 17 Free Alcoholic Beverages to Gambler ...In 8 Hours
The SugarHouse Casino must pay a $17,500 fine
Submitted by Associated Press on, May/15/2019
Can I Bet the PGA Championship From Iowa?
You can bet the PGA Championship online from Iowa at any number of top websites accessible from the state.
Submitted by Dan Shapiro on, May/15/2019
123 Bingo Online Review l Complaints
123 Bingo Online is a bingo and casino site that welcomes US players from most states excluding Maryland and New York.
Submitted by steve cooper on, May/14/2019
Latest Sports Betting News: ESPN Caesars Marriage, Iowa Bill Signed, More
In the fast changing world of sports betting, more media outlets are coming out of the woodwork to join forces with gambling ventures. Last week it was PokerStars parent company The Stars Group and Fox Sports. Now comes word of a partnership between ESPN and Caesars.
Submitted by Aaron Goldstein on, May/14/2019
ESPN Partners With Caesars to Produce Sports Betting Oriented Programming
ESPN partnership with Caesars will include integration of odds data and branding but no betting site tie-ins, unlike last week's announced Fox Sports/Stars Group deal.
Submitted by Aaron Goldstein on, May/14/2019
Latest Regulations Aim To Make Gambling Safer and Fairer in the UK
In May 2019 the latest regulations to be imposed by the UK Gambling Commission came into force, with the stated aim of making the industry ‘safer and fairer’.
Submitted by Payton on, May/14/2019
Mobile Gambling Access – Financial Boon for Online Gambling Industry
The introduction of mobile gambling less that a decade ago did much more than offer online gamblers another mode of access . It gave them an option that was far more convenient than having to sit down with a PC or laptop in the living room. They were given the opportunity to gambler on casino games or sports at anytime from anywhere they could get a data connection. Something else very unexpected happened in the process.
Submitted by Payton on, May/14/2019
Iowa Sports Betting Bill Signed Into Law
Gov. Kim Reynolds has signed a bill into law that establishes a legal way to bet on professional, collegiate and international sporting events.
Submitted by Associated Press on, May/13/2019
Mobile Betting Gets a Lift in NY: Cuomo Says 'Under Review'
A bill to legalize sports betting in the Empire State got a bit of a boost on Monday, advancing to the Senate Finance Committee.
Submitted by Gilbert Horowitz on, May/13/2019
China Holds Cards in Online Betting Boom in Philippines
Online casinos have gone on a hiring spree for Chinese nationals, to cater to their biggest group of customers.
Submitted by Jagajeet Chiba on, May/13/2019
Conflicts Rear Their Ugly Head in NY Sports Betting Hearing
Lawmakers bicker over tax to impose, integrity fee, more
Submitted by Gilbert Horowitz on, May/08/2019
Gambling Informant Claims Billionaire Offered Millions to Sleep With His Wife
Robert Cipriani filed defamation suit in New York this past week against Oilers owner Daryl Katz PR guy
Submitted by Guest on, May/08/2019
3 Ways Online Casino Providers Stay Fresh
Keeping games fresh for an online audience can be difficult. Games developers need to ensure that new ideas are constantly developed in order to show gamers exactly what they might want to play before they even realize they want to play it.
Submitted by Payton on, May/08/2019
Can I Bet on Draftkings Sportsbook App From Massachusetts?
You will not be able to bet using the Draftkings sportsbook app from Massachusetts. MA residents can, however, set up their sports betting account via the app and place wagers when in New Jersey ONLY. International websites are also accessible from Mass.
Submitted by Don Shapiro on, May/08/2019
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