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DC Enacts Emergency Amendment..... to Limit Sports Bettors to $60 at Kiosks After Winning Big

The Washington DC Lottery Corp is the district's sports betting monopoly that has been mired in controversy for years.

Submitted by Nagesh Rath on, Sep/27/2023

Attorney: Twitter Bookies the Scourge of Sports Betting Today

Attorney Joe Durham names names and warns about Leighton Thetford III @purewage_. 

Submitted by Jagajeet Chiba on, Sep/27/2023

Attorney Talks Going After Stiff Bookies and How Certain State Laws Make it Possible

No longer will so-called Twitter bookie say "What are you going to do, sue me for taking bets?"  Attorney Durham says "That's exactly what I'm going to do".  And he's going to sue him for every bet he's ever taken from anybody.

Submitted by C Costigan on, Sep/26/2023

All State Regulators on Board With Voiding Bets at BarStool Sportsbook

All State Regulators on Board With Voiding Bets at BarStool Sportsbook

Parent company Penn National is blaming its odds provider, Swish Analytics.

Submitted by Gilbert Horowitz on, Sep/26/2023

Broncos Russell Wilson Benched Odds

Broncos Russell Wilson Benched Odds

Plus Shawn Merriman talks Brandon Staley favorite to be first head coach fired and more.

Submitted by Press Release on, Sep/26/2023

Oddsmakers Move Trump to 2024 Favorite; Debate Betting Heats Up

There's been a major market move ahead of Wednesday’s Republican debate.

Submitted by Press Release on, Sep/26/2023

Sportsbook Software as Low as $3

How much will an online sportsbook cost you to set up?  Probably a million dollars?  Maybe two?  How about just $3?

Submitted by Aaron Goldstein on, Sep/25/2023

Bombshell Report: Bookie Being Sued Once Broke Into Home, Was Shot By Owner

"He was laying on his butt and crying," a neighbor said after the co-defendant was shot multiple times.

Submitted by Nagesh Rath on, Sep/25/2023

Can't Use PrizePicks in Florida Any More? DFS Sites May Be Forced to Exit State

Daily Fantasy Sports sites were expected to exit the state of Florida after that's state's Gaming Control Commission sent a cease and desist order to three companies including PrizePicks.

Submitted by Gilbert Horowitz on, Sep/24/2023

A Buffs Cover a Bookie Killer

BetOnline had nearly as much liability on the Colorado ML today vs. Oregon as we did for the Buffs' boosted CFP Championship odds on Prime Day.

Submitted by Tyrone Black on, Sep/23/2023

PointsBet Staffer Caroline Weeks Groped By Horny Male Clients Lawsuit Contends

One client earned a round of laughter on the golf course after declaring, “If I get the ball in the hole, Caroline gives me a b—job.”

Submitted by Jagajeet Chiba on, Sep/23/2023

Saturday's College Football Action Final Look - Week 4

Until Saturday morning the Buffs spread and moneyline were the top two bets, which is unprecedented.

Submitted by Don Shapiro on, Sep/23/2023

Confidential FBI Source Calls Resorts World Vegas Sleuth David Wheatley a 'Dope' Amidst Scandal

Sacked Resorts World President Scott Sibella's alleged improprieties, and rationale behind his termination, may jeopardize MGM's hopes to secure a NYC casino license.

Submitted by Nagesh Rath on, Sep/22/2023

ESPN Bet Can and WILL Void Your Bets Should They Have Another Software Defect

ESPN Bet Can and WILL Void Your Bets Should They Have Another Software Defect

Consumers beware.  Regulators have sided with Penn National's Barstool Sportsbook for voiding bets on outcomes they claim were already known over an hour prior.  They blamed a software error for allowing this mishap to occur.

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Submitted by Jagajeet Chiba on, Sep/22/2023

Penn National Requests Massachusettes Void 257 Bets Amounting to $47.8K at Barstool Sportsbook

Penn State Requests Massachusettes Void 257 Bets Amounting to $47.8K at Barstool Sportsbook

There is one slight problem with Penn National's request:  Their software is supposed to have passed excruciating testing to show it is compliant.  Software that is screwing up during games is hardly compliant.

Submitted by Jagajeet Chiba on, Sep/22/2023

Some Live Giants Cardinals Bets Voided By Barstool Sports After Graded as Winners, Accounts Locked

No reason other than a "software glitch" given up to this point.  At least one regulator siding with Barstool Sportsbook? Soon to be Bet ESPN.

Submitted by Gilbert Horowitz on, Sep/21/2023

Odds Boost for Colorado Buffaloes as BetOnline Launches 'Prime Day' for 24 Hours

A cleverly concocted marketing campaign could end up backfiring for one online sportsbook.

Submitted by Press Release on, Sep/21/2023

FanDuel Hit With Huge $20 Million Loss on House-Made Parlay

FanDuel Hit With Huge $20 Million Loss on House-Made Parlay

If you bet on each team in the NFL kicking a field goal during the 1pm, 4:05 and 4:25 Eastern Time slates, you were part of the $20 million loss dealt to FanDuel over the weekend.

Submitted by Jagajeet Chiba on, Sep/21/2023

Poker Player Rob Mercer Admits to Lying About Terminal Cancer Diagnosis

Poker pros raised between $30,000 to $50,000 to fulfill the "dying" wish of a poker pro.

Submitted by Ace King on, Sep/20/2023

Can Oregon Really Cover the 21-Point Spread Against Colorado?

Can Oregon Really Cover the 21-Point Spread Against Colorado?

Colorado versus Oregon will likely be the most wagered on game in college football this week despite the lopsided spread.  There is a huge overlay here but that might not be a bad thing for the Ducks.

Submitted by Tony Caliente on, Sep/20/2023

MGM Employees Report Not Getting Paid Amidst Cyber Attack

MGM Employees Report Not Getting Paid Amidst Cyber Attack

MGM insisted on Thursday payroll would not be affected by the attack, which shut down slot machines, ATMs and made room keys inoperable.

Submitted by Aaron Goldstein on, Sep/17/2023

Interpol Helps Take Down Massive Gambling Ring

“Organized crime groups will exploit the tiniest of gaps given the opportunity. In this case, we’re talking about a 20 or 30 second advantage that led to significant gains,” said INTERPOL Secretary General Jürgen Stock.

Submitted by Press Release on, Sep/17/2023

Gambling911 World Exclusive: Former Longhorns Player Sued for Running GA Bookie Biz

Gambling911 World Exclusive: Former Longhorns Player Sued for Running GA Bookie Biz

One of those sued went on to work for the Houston Texans.

Submitted by C Costigan on, Sep/16/2023

Sibella Out as CEO of Resorts World Las Vegas Amidst Probe

Sibella had recently been cleared by Nevada state regulators back in February following a year's long investigation into potential improprieties.

Submitted by Gilbert Horowitz on, Sep/16/2023

MI AG Orders Social Media Online Casinos Out of State: No More Chumba Casino in Michigan?

The American Gaming Association this week praised Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel for effectively shutting down the illegal Michigan operations of Massachusetts based Golden Hearts Games, Inc.

Submitted by Gilbert Horowitz on, Sep/15/2023

MGM Hack Likely the Result of Scattered Spider, Moody's Says Downgrade Possible

MGM Resorts on Wednesday said that a cyber incident that has significantly disrupted properties across the United States for the past three days represents a material risk to the company, CNBC reports.

Submitted by Aaron Goldstein on, Sep/13/2023

MGM Response to Security Breach is Outrageous: Apparent Origin of Attack a Head Scratcher

"All ALPHV ransomware group did to compromise MGM Resorts was hop on LinkedIn, find an employee, then call the Help Desk. A company valued at $33,900,000,000 was defeated by a 10-minute conversation."

Submitted by Jagajeet Chiba on, Sep/13/2023

An Insider's Look at the MGM Hack That Has Paralyzed Their Properties Nationwide

Some folks are reporting fraudulent charges on their credit cards though it is unknown if this has anything to do with this week's breach as the cyber attack continues despite what MGM is saying.

Submitted by Nagesh Rath on, Sep/12/2023

DraftKings Caves to Rodgers Refund Push, FanDuel Resisting

"You didn’t refund the rodgers boost last night? I will be taking my gambling elsewhere going forward @FanDuel_Support."

Submitted by Don Shapiro on, Sep/12/2023

DraftKings 'Never Forget' Bet 911 Parlay Promo: Calls to Fire Their Entire Marketing Team

"Draft Kings marketing team took a gamble and it didn’t pay off. What a braindead and out of touch promotion."

Submitted by Jagajeet Chiba on, Sep/11/2023

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