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Two Christians Publicly Flogged for Gambling
Indonesia publicly caned two Christians in a rare case of non-Muslims punished under sharia law.
Class Action Complaint Filed Against Bitcoin Exchange Coinbase: Claims 'Insider Trading'
A class action lawsuit was filed against Coinbase this past Thursday on March 1 accusing the exchange of ‘insider trading’ for the bitcoin cash launch last December.
March Madness Office Pool Software - West Virginia
West Virginia bookies, agents, adminstrators and others will be seeking out March Madness office pool software this year with their beloved Mountaineers destined for the NCAA Men's College Basketball Tournament.
Top Pay Per Head for Betting the Academy Awards
A top Pay Per Head for betting this year's Academy Awards is none other than TopPayPerHead.com. The name says it all.
Casino Owner Icahn Sells Before Steel Tariff News Hits Stock
Billionaire investor Carl Icahn sold nearly 1 million shares of stock in a company tied to the steel industry leading up to President Donald Trump’s decision to impose costly tariffs on steel and aluminum imported into the U.S.
Future of Sports Betting Comes Down to the Young
As the push to legalize sports gambling in the U.S. nears a crucial Supreme Court decision, West Virginia and other states hoping to reap a financial windfall could face another hurdle: Attracting younger players used to online fantasy sports.
2018 Oscar Odds for Best Original Score, Song
The Shape of Water is a pretty nice sized favorite for Best Score at around -700.
Bet on Whether Warren Beatty or Faye Dunaway Announce the Wrong Winner for Best Picture Again
Last year presenter Warren Beatty announced the wrong film for Best Picture and now he is back for redeption along side co-presenter Faye Dunaway.
Before You Bet on Three Billboards, Beware
Three Billboards is now the odds-on favorite to win Best Picture at this year's Oscars but beware as there is an ongoing backlash surrounding a racist character that appears in the film.
Odds to Win Best Supporting Actor - 2018 Oscars
Odds to win the Best Supporting Actor for the 2018 Oscars had Sam Rockwell as a pretty decent sized "lock" priced at -900. The payout would be $10 for every $90 bet with that $90 refunded should he win.
What Are the Odds of The Shape of Water Winning the Oscar for Best Picture?
The Shape of Water pays EVEN odds to win Best Picture at this year's Oscars. In other words a $10 bet pays out $10.
What Are the Odds of Get Out Winning the Oscar for Best Picture?
The film Get Out represents a rare opportunity in which a Best Film nominee stands a decent chance of winning as a near double-digit underdog.
What Are the Odds of Three Billboards Winning the Oscar for Best Film?
Three Billboards winning the Oscar for Best Film would pay out $10 for every $12 bet (that $12 refunded and a $10 profit realized as long as it wins).
What Are the Odds of Frances McDormand Winning the Oscar for Best Actress - Three Billboards?
Frances McDormand is another big favorite to win at the 2018 Oscars. She is priced at -1500 now, up from -1200, meaning you would need to bet $150 just to win $10. That $150 will be refunded just as long as she wins.
What Are the Odds of Gary Oldman Winning the Oscar for Best Actor - Darkest Hour?
Gary Oldman is the biggest "lock" at this year's Oscars. The other nominees might as well just stay home. If you think this is an easy bet to win you would be correct but if you believe there's a windfall coming your way, guess again.
Bank of England Chief Slams Cryptocurrencies; Urges Action
Bank of England Governor Mark Carney on Friday launched a withering attack on cryptocurrencies such as bitcoin and urged regulators around the world to monitor them in the same way as other financial assets.
600 Computers Used for Bitcoin Mining Stolen in Massive Heist
Some 600 computers used to "mine" bitcoin and other virtual currencies have been stolen from data centers in Iceland in what police say is the biggest series of thefts ever in the North Atlantic island nation.
Robbers Sought After Spray-and-Run Heist at Casino
Police in Elko say they’re reviewing security camera footage to identify two people who disabled patrons and employees with a noxious substance like pepper spray and made off with money from storefront gambling parlor.
Three Billboards Oscar Odds at Even for Best Picture: Why It May Not Win
Three Billboards was coming in at EVEN odds to win the 2018 Oscar for Best Picture while the Shape of Water is still technically the favorite at -140 in this hotly contested battle.
Seminole Hard Rock Poker Showdown Returns to Hollywood, Fla. Beginning April 5
Poker action returns to Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino in Hollywood, Fla. with the Seminole Hard Rock Poker Showdown kicking off on Thursday, April 5 and concluding Wednesday, April 18. Primary events open with a $570 buy-in Deep Stack No Limit Hold’em featuring a $1 Million Guaranteed prize pool.
Odds to Win Best Director - 2018 Oscars
The odds to win the 2018 Oscar for Best Director had Guillermo Del Toro as the -1200 favorite for The Shape of Water, making him a pricey "lock".
UK Online Gambling Operators Probed for Withdrawal Roadblocks
UK watchdog the Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) has launched a probe to determine if online gambling operators are making it too difficult for customers to withdraw their funds.
Digital Fuel Launches New ‘Compliant’ Online Gambling Market Affiliate Market Platform
To kick off March, CalvinAyre.com's Becky Affiliate segment delved into the compliance issues facing today's online gambling affiliates.
JPMorgan Chase Fears Cryptocurrencies to be Disruptive to Competition
An internal report suggests that JPMorgan Chase is feeling threatened by decentralized currency in digital form.
How to Use Bitcoin to Bet the Academy Awards
You can fund your online sports betting account using Bitcoin this Academy Awards and withdraw using that cryptocurrency, then convert it into USD, euros, pounds or other money by connecting to your bank account.
Experts Break Down Future of Cryptocurrencies
“What we’re talking about here is a technology that has the ability to disintermediate some of the trusted participants in a transaction,” one expert said at a gathering held by the Chicago Sun Times Thursday night.
Odds to Win Best Foreign Language Film 2018 Oscars
Odds to win the Best Foreign Language Film had A Fantastic Woman as a small -180 favorite while The Square was coming in just shy of 2/1. This is a very competitive category.
New Sexual Assault Allegations Surface Against Steve Wynn
Las Vegas casino and real estate mogul Steve Wynn has been accused of rape from an incident going back to the 1970’s according to a recent report in the Reno Gazette Journal.
New Report Outlines Issues Around Regulating Sports Betting
Massachusetts gambling regulators are releasing a report looking at the legalization of sports gambling in the state.
How To Start A Successful Sportsbook
You might already be running a bookies and possibly have an online presence. But, are you getting everything out of your business that you could be?
