Gambling News

New Jersey Sports Betting Push Not Over Just Yet

NEWARK (Associated Press) - A motion has been filed in a federal appeals court that seeks a rehearing of last month’s ruling rejecting New Jersey’s sports betting law.

The New Jersey Thoroughbred Horsemen’s Association filed the appeal Tuesday with the 3rd U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals in Philadelphia. The association is a party in the case, along with the state Legislature and Gov. Chris Christie.

Submitted by Associated Press on, Wed, 09/09/2015 - 10:51

Unsolved Mysteries of Gambling Part 2: What Really Happened at Gary Austin’s Sportsbook

The year was 1979 and a new cable television channel called the Enterntainment and Sports Programming Network--ESPN for short--was debuting.

Submitted by Thomas Somach on, Tue, 09/08/2015 - 23:55

Jeffrey Ma and Geoff Freeman to Kickoff Keynotes at Global Gaming Expo Sept 29

LAS VEGAS – Following the annual “State of Gaming Address,” the founder of the famous MIT blackjack team will speak at the largest casino event in the world – the Global Gaming Expo 2015 (G2E), presented by the American Gaming Association (AGA). Jeffrey Ma will present to thousands of casino industry’s top executives Tuesday, September 29 at The Sands Expo and Convention Center.

Submitted by Press Release on, Tue, 09/08/2015 - 21:29

Evil Poker Players Part I: The Annie Duke Edition

Welcome to our new series here at Gambling911.com, a combined effort between two of Gambling911.com’s intrepid reporters, Thomas Somach and Jagajeet Chiba. Great minds don’t always think alike, however. Our first selection for the series, Annie Duke, had Somach and Chiba butting heads a bit. Be sure to check out our "Evil Poker Players" sponsor AmericasCardroom and learn how to enter to win a guaranteed piece of a s

Submitted by Jagajeet Chiba on, Tue, 09/08/2015 - 18:59

Betfair, Paddy Power Reach Agreement on 6 billion Pound Tie-Up

(Reuters) - Betfair (BETF.L) and Irish rival Paddy Power (PLSA.I) have reached agreement on a 6 billion pound combination, first set out last month and designed to secure leadership of Britain's competitive online gambling market.

As in a provisional deal announced in August, Paddy Power shareholders will own 52 percent of the group with Betfair investors owning the rest, if the deal is approved by shareholders, Betfair said on Tuesday.

Submitted by Reuters on, Tue, 09/08/2015 - 11:04

Kim Jong-un Accused of Attacking South Korea Through Online Gambling?

Forget nukes! It now appears as if North Korea leader Kim Jong-un has another secret weapon against the South Koreans….. online gambling.

Submitted by Jagajeet Chiba on, Mon, 09/07/2015 - 20:14

ESPN Sports Center to Now Embrace Gambling

In a bold move, 24-7 sports network ESPN will now begin featuring more commentary tied to sports betting as part of its popular “Sports Center” broadcast.

Submitted by Don Shapiro on, Mon, 09/07/2015 - 11:19

Australia to Begin Cracking Down on Online Gambling Sites

CANBERRA, Sept. 7 (Xinhua) -- Australia is set to crack down on illegal offshore gambling, with Social Services Minister Scott Morrison flagging a review of betting operators conducting business in Australia.

Morrison said on Monday that while online betting and gambling is a 1.1 billions U.S. dollar industry in Australia, more than 60 percent of operators do not pay tax.

Submitted by on, Mon, 09/07/2015 - 01:59

Another Daily Fantasy Sports Site Going Under: Swagger Stadium Not Paying

Gambling911.com is receiving reports that another Daily Fantasy Sports site, Swagger Stadium, is having difficulty paying customers while support is nonexistent.

G911 and sister site DFS911.com has previously reported on the closure of SideLeague.com and the slow pay issues at Draftster.com.

Submitted by C Costigan on, Sun, 09/06/2015 - 20:10

2015 King’s Cup Main event Winner Declared: Jindrich Springl Lifts Trophy

The PokerStars.net King's Cup trophy will stay on the home soil as Jindrich Springl from a small town Unhost beat a 493-entry field to seize the title. Along with the silverware, the 26-year-old Czech scooped €22,920. All eight finalists agreed on a deal prior to the final table kick off with €6k left for the eventual winner and another €4k and €2k for the second and third place finishers.

The newly crowned champion was dealt pocket aces several times on the final table and the card distribution paid off with Sprigl's career's best result.

Submitted by on, Sun, 09/06/2015 - 13:24

Mobster Son-In-Law of John Gotti $100K Bond Continued

CLEVELAND, Ohio — (Associated Press) - A $100,000 bond was continued today for a reputed mob associate and former son-in-law of mob boss John Gotti who faces charges related to what authorities say is a multi-million dollar scam involving scrap metal and stolen cars.

Fifty-six-year-old Carmine "The Bull" Agnello of Bentleyville was arraigned Friday morning. He's been free on a personal bond since July 17 — two days after his arrest by Cleveland police.

Submitted by Associated Press on, Sat, 09/05/2015 - 21:02

King’s Cup Main Event 2015 Final Table Set

Eight players bagged their chips after Day 2 of the PokerStars.net King's Cup Main Event to set the Final Table. Seven countries will be represented tomorrow with a Dutch flag waving on top of the chip counts as Danny van der Meer emerged as a leader with 2,770,000 chips. Belgium's Pascal Masset follows in second place, bagging 2,435,000. Jindrich Springl is the only player representing the home country, the Czech is currently sitting in third place with 2,020,000.

Submitted by on, Sat, 09/05/2015 - 20:43

14 Arrested in Phoenix for Running Illegal Gambling Business

PHOENIX — (Associated Press) - Authorities say 14 people have been arrested after two search warrants were served at illegal gambling businesses in Phoenix.

Submitted by Associated Press on, Sat, 09/05/2015 - 14:15

Hockey Player Gets Home Confinement for Role in Illegal Sports Betting Ring

Rochester, N.Y. — Grand Rapids Griffins player Nathan Paetsch has sentenced to eight months of home confinement for being part of an illegal sports betting business that took wagers from other players.

Paetsch (paytch) also must perform 400 hours of community service and spend five years on probation following his sentencing Friday in federal court in Rochester.

Submitted by Associated Press on, Fri, 09/04/2015 - 20:44

Bookies Behaving Badly Part 5: Shill Edition

When it comes to bookies behaving badly, few were as slimy or sleazy as the one nicknamed "The Shill"--Steve Schillinger.

The nickname was of twofold origin--"Shill" of course was short for Schillinger and was a nickname since youth, but shill is what he did as a bookie and so became just as relevant.

Submitted by Thomas Somach on, Fri, 09/04/2015 - 10:19

Regnhard Hermansen Leading at 2015 King’s Cup Main Event After Day 1a

Regnhard Hermansen is leading the PokerStars.net King's Cup Main Event after Day 1a. The Dane bagged 162,000 chips to top 83-entry field (created by 78 unique players plus 5 re-entries).

Submitted by on, Thu, 09/03/2015 - 23:01

November Nine Player Joshua Beckley to Live Stream All 5 Million Dollar Sunday Events

Poker players looking to catch a glimpse of a member of the November Nine in action don’t have to wait for the world’s richest poker tournament final table to resume this fall.

WSOP final table player Joshua Beckley is slated to play in Americas Cardroom’s Million Dollar Sunday on September 13th and will be streaming his live play on Twitch.

Submitted by Press Release on, Thu, 09/03/2015 - 22:40

Americas Cardroom More Million Dollar Sundays Coming September 13

We’ve told you about Americas Cardroom’s Million Dollar Sundays. You know, those $1,000,000 GTD tourneys that have shaken things up in the poker industry.

Submitted by on, Thu, 09/03/2015 - 22:28

Gaming Commission Dismisses ‘AG Wire Tap Room’ Access Claims Against Steve Wynn

BOSTON — (Associated Press) - The top investigator for the Massachusetts Gaming Commission says allegations that retired members of the State Police working for Wynn Resorts had access to a "wire-tap room" in the state attorney general's office are false.

The Republican reports (http://bit.ly/1OeJWlp) that Karen Wells, the agency's director of investigations and enforcement, said Thursday an investigation found "no factual basis" for the accusations.

Submitted by Associated Press on, Thu, 09/03/2015 - 21:49

FanDuel Outgrows Its Space: To Pay $3.3 Million for New Office

Well we guess they can afford it. Our sister site DFS911.com has a feature up regarding FanDuel’s move to a plush new Madison Avenue address.

Submitted by Aaron Goldstein on, Wed, 09/02/2015 - 20:58

Sheldon Adelson Recruits Famed Attorney to Help With Suit

LAS VEGAS – (Associated Press) - Famed attorney Alan Dershowitz was recruited by Sands China Ltd. on Tuesday to argue that Nevada's Supreme Court should dismiss a wrongful termination lawsuit filed by the company's former CEO five years ago.

Submitted by Associated Press on, Wed, 09/02/2015 - 13:59

Online Casino Wagering

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Submitted by Payton on, Wed, 09/02/2015 - 13:16

Ashton Kutcher Becomes Latest Investor in eSports Betting Site Unikrn

Hollywood celebrity Ashton Kutcher has become the latest investor to put his money into eSports online betting pioneer Unikrn.

Last month, Dallas Mavericks owner and “Shark Tank” investor, Mark Cuban, put $7 million in venture capital into the Seattle-based company.

Submitted by Aaron Goldstein on, Wed, 09/02/2015 - 08:31

Irish Gambler John McManus Demands $5.22 Million Tax Refund From IRS

An Irish gambler is demanding a $5.22 million tax refund from the IRS and to that we say “good luck”.

What if you’re an Irish bigwig who won $17.4 million gambling in the U.S., and the payor incorrectly sent $5.22 million to the Internal Revenue Service as withholding?

Submitted by Gilbert Horowitz on, Wed, 09/02/2015 - 07:40

Jimmy Snuka Charged in Girlfriend’s Murder 32 Years Later: Odds on His Fate?

Oddsmakers may be tempted to pull the trigger on this one. There is definitely a demand for Court outcome wagering though sportsbooks over the years have shown a reluctance to offer bets that have any tie to murder.

Submitted by Tyrone Black on, Tue, 09/01/2015 - 22:02

Good Lord: Priest Charged With Stealing $151K for Gambling Addiction

WICHITA — (Associated Press) - A Kansas priest has been charged with alleging stealing nearly $151,000 from his two parishes and the Catholic Diocese to fund his extensive gambling.

A criminal information filed Tuesday in U.S. District Court in Kansas charges Father Thomas H. Leland with bank fraud. The court issued a summons for a Sept. 23 initial appearance.

Submitted by Associated Press on, Tue, 09/01/2015 - 20:29

Sportsbook.ag Tuesday MLB Betting Preview

The Orioles will be looking to prevent a six-game losing streak when they host the Rays Tuesday evening.

TAMPA BAY RAYS (65-66) at BALTIMORE ORIOLES (63-68)

Submitted by Payton on, Tue, 09/01/2015 - 15:11

Trump Nearly Catches Bush at Sportsbooks: Carson Tied in Iowa Polls

Good news for Republican U.S. Presidential candidate and neurosurgeon Ben Carson as he is now tied with frontrunner real estate mogul Donald Trump in the Iowa polls.

Submitted by Carrie Stroup on, Tue, 09/01/2015 - 11:38

Macau Gambling Revenue Continues to Plunge

Gambling revenue in Macau plunged 35.5 percent in August from a year earlier, sliding for fifteen months in row as China's slowing economic growth exacerbated a slump caused by a broader crackdown on conspicuous spending.

Casino revenues in the world's biggest gambling hub dropped to 18.6 billion patacas ($2.3 billion) a year earlier, matching the 18.6 billion patacas in June, according to data released by the Macau government on Tuesday.

Analysts had forecast a decline of around 36-38 percent.

Submitted by Reuters on, Tue, 09/01/2015 - 10:46

Battle for Bwin.party Continues With 888 Upping Its Bid

Online gambling firm 888 Holdings Plc (888.L) stepped up the battle for Bwin.party Digital Entertainment Plc (BPTY.L) on Tuesday, submitting a revised takeover proposal as it looks to see off rival interest from GVC Holdings Plc (GVC.L).