Here are today's headlines in the world of gambling and sports betting as they happen - Thursday August 22, 2019.
Casino News
Bill Seeks to Legalize Sports Betting in Maryland
The state of Maryland is inching closer towards legalizing sports wagering.
Submitted by Gilbert Horowitz on, Feb/17/2019
Film Based on Phil Ivey Card Counting in the Works: 'The Baccarat Queen'
Ivanhoe Pictures, the division of SK Global that recently produced "Crazy Rich Asians, is about to start working on its latest project, a film that will delve into the 2012 accusation by Crockford’s Casino that poker pro Phil Ivey had won £7.8 million unfairly while playing a form of baccarat called punto banco.
Submitted by Ace King on, Feb/16/2019
AAF Here to Stay With MGM Investing Heavily in Betting Technology
In its first week, the Alliance of American Football (or AAF) surpassed all expectations, posting impressive ratings its first night and ranking as the most downloaded app Sunday. But the real focus will be long-term on sports gambling data and technology.
Submitted by Alejandro Botticelli on, Feb/16/2019
USA Sports Betting Guide - 2019
Below you will find all the latest sports betting news as it pertains to the United States. All news is in alphabetical order, including states.
Submitted by C Costigan on, Feb/15/2019
Caesars Jumps on News That Icahn is Pushing for Sale
Caesars Entertainment shares rose 6 percent on news that activist shareholder Carl Icahn is pushing the company to sell.
Submitted by Aaron Goldstein on, Feb/14/2019
MGM CEO: New Wire Act Interpretation 'Unenforceable'
LAS VEGAS (AP) — The chairman and chief executive officer of casino operator MGM Resorts International on Wednesday decried a U.S. Department of Justice opinion that is threatening the viability of online gambling and also blamed the recent partial government shutdown for fewer Las Vegas visitors during the Chinese New Year.
Submitted by Associated Press on, Feb/13/2019
Rhode Island One Step Closer to Offering Online Sports Betting Statewide
A bill to allow mobile wagering for sports betting in Rhode Island has passed the state Senate.
Submitted by Associated Press on, Feb/13/2019
Alabama Church Destroyed by Tornado Returns $25K Donation From Casino
An Alabama church damaged by a tornado is returning a $25,000 donation from a casino because it doesn't support gambling.
Submitted by Associated Press on, Feb/13/2019
Advertisement Banning Trends in the European Union and the Balkans for Online Gambling
There has been a recent wave that has swept across the gambling industry and had the form of banning gambling related advertisement. This is the case in many European jurisdictions, but we are not excluding that this is a global wave. Media outlets have reported that such bans are scheduled to be included in Asia as well.
Submitted by Press Release on, Feb/13/2019
What to expect from Online Gambling in 2019
Online casinos have certainly come far since its introduction in the 90s. The growth and development was small and steady at first, and then exploded during the 2000s and early 2010s.
Submitted by Payton on, Feb/11/2019
Indiana Considers Sports Betting in 2020
A shake-up of Indiana's gambling laws being debated could see two new casinos being built and allow legalizing sports betting to start as early as next year.
Submitted by Associated Press on, Feb/10/2019
Nevada's Largest Casinos Report $1.2B Loss in Fiscal 2018
Nevada's largest casinos lost $1.2 billion during the fiscal year that ended June 30 despite seeing record revenues, bringing to an end a two-year streak of posted profits.
Submitted by Associated Press on, Feb/07/2019
How to become successful at online gambling
Do you dream of hitting the jackpot and becoming financially independent? Then this is the right article for you. We list 4 ways of improving your chances of hitting it big while gambling online.
Submitted by Payton on, Feb/07/2019
5 benefits of playing at online casinos
More and more gamblers chose to play casino games online and it’s no coincidence. There are lots of advantages to gambling online which make it an
Submitted by Payton on, Feb/07/2019
How to become a winner at blackjack
Blackjack is a classic banking game, also known as Twenty-One. The origin of the game dates back to the 17th century which makes it one of the oldest known games in the world. Today you’ll find blackjack at practically every online casino, both classic blackjack and variations that have sprung from the original rules of the game.
Submitted by Payton on, Feb/07/2019
Borgata to Track Down Phil Ivey
Atlantic City's Borgata Casino has been awarded the approval to go after poker pro Phil Ivey's assets in Las Vegas.
Submitted by Nagesh Rath on, Feb/06/2019
Only One Owner Profited From This Casino ....When it Was Closed
As a star-crossed Atlantic City casino changes hands yet again, only one owner has ever profited from it — the one who never had it open for even a day.
Submitted by Associated Press on, Feb/06/2019
New Jersey Casinos Lose $4.6M on $34.9M in Super Bowl Bets
New Jersey gambling regulators say its sportsbooks lost $4.6 million on $34.9 million in Super Bowl wagers, the first major sporting event for bettors since sports gambling was legalized in the state last year.
Submitted by Associated Press on, Feb/04/2019
Can I Play on Bovada From Oklahoma?
The Bovada website (formerly known as Bodog) is accessible to those living in the state of Oklahoma, as are numerous other offshore sportsbooks more than happy to take bets from those living in the state.
Submitted by Don Shapiro on, Feb/02/2019
Tips to Win at Slot Machines with Minimal Bets
Some players tend to question the use of very low stakes, which are seen as slow and long-term unproductive, but we must say that the trick of the minimum bet, if applied with the correct methodology, can help win good numbers on slot machines, even in a short time.
Submitted by Guest on, Jan/30/2019
It's Official - Atlantic City Hard Rock Launches Online Sports Betting, Opens Sportsbook
Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Atlantic City launched its land-based and online sportsbook in New Jersey at HardRockSports.com and HardRockCasino.com (Jan. 30, 2019).
Submitted by C Costigan on, Jan/30/2019
Sh***ing on Casino Magnate Sheldon Adelson ...Literally
File this under one we missed. Two weeks ago, a California man was arrested for defecating on the property of the Sands Bethlehem Casino.
Submitted by Jagajeet Chiba on, Jan/30/2019
FBI: No Specific Motive in Vegas Mass Shooting That Killed 58
The high-stakes gambler responsible for the deadliest mass shooting in modern U.S. history sought notoriety in the attack but left his specific motive a mystery, the FBI said Tuesday as it concluded the investigation of the 2017 massacre that killed 58 country music fans.
Submitted by Associated Press on, Jan/29/2019
Wynn Fined Over Sex Allegations
LAS VEGAS (AP) — Nevada gambling regulators announced a settlement Monday with casino mogul Steve Wynn's former company over allegations that former executives failed on multiple occasions to investigate claims of sexual misconduct against him.
Submitted by Associated Press on, Jan/29/2019
The Rising Popularity of No or Low Wagering Casinos
In the competitive world of online gambling, online casinos bend over backward to entice players with welcome packages and regular bonuses to make sure they keep coming back.
Submitted by Guest on, Jan/29/2019
A Guide to Security of Online Casinos
Online gaming has fast become a love affair between those who spend the majority of their time online and have a keen appreciation of quality casino games.
Submitted by Payton on, Jan/28/2019
AC Ocean Resort Casino Gets New Owner
A New York hedge fund that lent money to Atlantic City's Ocean Resort Casino is assuming ownership of it.
Submitted by Associated Press on, Jan/28/2019
AGames partners with 1xBET
AGames, the casino slot developer, has integrated with 1xBET online gambling platform at the end of 2018. Now, every AGames slot game can be easily accessed through the official website of 1xBET.
Submitted by Press Release on, Jan/28/2019
Buyers Line Up to Purchase Mobster's Former Vegas Home
A Las Vegas home that once belonged to notorious Chicago mobster Tony Spilotro is up for sale.
Submitted by Jagajeet Chiba on, Jan/27/2019
Hard Rock Casino New Jersey Online Sports Betting Site Debuts
Atlantic City’s Hard Rock casino is now taking sports bets online after the company received permission late Friday from the New Jersey Division of Gaming Enforcement to do so.
Submitted by Aaron Goldstein on, Jan/27/2019
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