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NFL Punishing Players While Continuing to Rake in the Money

NFL Punishing Players While Continuing to Rake in the Money

One writer points out that Deshaun Watson was originally suspended six games for his sexual misconduct lawsuits, while DeAndre Hopkins was recently suspended six games, fewer weeks than five players suspended for gambling.

Submitted by Alejandro Botticelli on, Apr/24/2023

Unibet Website Keeps Going Down During the NBA Playoffs, WTF?

Unibet Website Keeps Going Down During the NBA Playoffs, WTF?

Our own Thomas Somach reports that the Unibet website in PA went down once again overnight Friday and was back up by Saturday morning, then apparently back down again. 

Submitted by Tyrone Black on, Apr/22/2023

Five NFL Players Suspended for Gambling Violations: Jameson Williams Among Them

Williams will be unable to play until Week 7 while two of his teammates are suspended indefinitely for betting on NFL games with insider information used.

Submitted by Don Shapiro on, Apr/21/2023

New Jersey to Crack Down on Regulated Sportsbooks

New Jersey to Crack Down on Regulated Sportsbooks

Attorney General Matthew J. Platkin and Division of Gaming Enforcement (DGE) Director David Rebuck introduced new initiatives to bolster responsible gaming efforts with a special focus on data collection to determine whether an individual may be suffering from a gambling disorder or addiction.  They also demand a stop to dubious promises of “guaranteed wins” or “risk-free” bets.

Submitted by Gilbert Horowitz on, Apr/20/2023

Gambling911 World Exclusive: Las Vegas Agent and Poker Pro Steve Prentky AKA Steve Penny Dead

Penny had been on life support for more than a week and plug was finally pulled early Thursday morning.

Submitted by Thomas Somach on, Apr/20/2023

Long Established Gaming Industry Figure Adriaan Brink Passes Away

CEO of BETR Dead: Adrian Brink Was Long Established Gaming Industry Figure

The CEO of BETR, Adrian Brink, passed away peacefully Thursday.  Brink was also heavily involved in tokens and blockchain technology tied to the gaming sector.  Details of his death were not immediately known. 

Submitted by C Costigan on, Apr/20/2023

Mayweather Says He Wants to 'Work With Ngannou' in Exclusive Sit Down Interview With BetOnline

Floyd Mayweather's mouth is often running, and he had a lot to say during a recent interview on "The Fight Guys" show.

Submitted by Press Release on, Apr/20/2023

Entain Reports Strong Numbers, Spokesperson Jamie Foxx Remains Hospitalized

Entain Reports Strong Numbers, Spokesperson Jamie Foxx Remains Hospitalized

BetMGM continues to grow strongly with Q1 NGR of approximately $470m, up +76%, delivering in line with guidance of $1.8-$2.0bn for 2023...remains on track to deliver positive EBITDA in the second half of 2023.

Submitted by Aaron Goldstein on, Apr/18/2023

PointsBet US Sports Betting Business Up for Sale Amidst 'Ferocious' Competition

Plus LIV Golf's Harold Varner III appeared to confirm Phil Mickelson is still gambling after he completed his 2023 Masters.

Submitted by Aaron Goldstein on, Apr/18/2023

DeSantis Disney Prison Threat May Further Affect Presidential Odds

The move is the latest in an ongoing feud between DeSantis and Disney after that company's former CEO spoke out against a bill limiting discussion of sexuality and gender identity in Florida elementary school classrooms.

Submitted by Jagajeet Chiba on, Apr/17/2023

DeSantis Pudding Fingers Commercial: Gamblers Losing Appetite for FL Gov

DeSantis Pudding Fingers Commercial

That someone else might be former US President Donald Trump, who leads the FL Governor in one poll by 21 points.  DeSantis is seeing his longest odds yet in the US presidential race.

Submitted by Jagajeet Chiba on, Apr/14/2023

Bet on Anheiser-Busch Stock: Bud Light Boycott Has BetOnline Customers Going Both Ways

You Can Now Bet on Anheiser-Busch Stock Price in Wake of Bud Light Boycott

Conservatives angry over Bud Light brand campaign with trans influencer Dylan Mulvaney explained (or attempted explanation).

Submitted by Jagajeet Chiba on, Apr/14/2023

Radio Sports Show Host Fred Wallin Dead....Well, Not Really

Plus the Under watch in Houston Saturday and MLB storm watch in KC.

Submitted by Jagajeet Chiba on, Apr/14/2023

Gambling Case Against Hells Angels Fell Apart But Fight on to Keep $40M in Seized Assets

One of the original targets of the police investigation has since been murdered and there was an attempted murder of another.  And now $270,000 has mysteriously ended up in someone's bedroom.

Submitted by Jagajeet Chiba on, Apr/13/2023

"Pray for Jamie", Foxx Posts on Instagram for First Time, BetMGM Keeps Running Commercials

BetMGM Spokesperson Jamie Foxx Still Hospitalized

Friends now say to "Pray for Jamie".

Submitted by Jordan Bach on, Apr/13/2023

'Dreamers' Poker Doc Comes Out Friday, William Kassouf at Center of Another Controversy

'Dreamers' Poker Doc Comes Out Friday

“Dreamers” is a new-age poker documentary that takes viewers on a journey through the modern world of professional poker. The film follows the industry's best and brightest poker players and influencers as they compete in the first-ever WPT World Championship poker festival.

Submitted by Ace King on, Apr/12/2023

Sports Betting Bill Stalls in Missouri, NHL Broadcasters Crowing Over Blackhawks, DraftKings Win

NHL Broadcasters Crowing Over Blackhawks, DraftKings Win

"Great for our sponsor," one broadcaster came out and said in reference to gamblers getting stung by the Penguins shock loss.

Submitted by Nagesh Rath on, Apr/12/2023

Warren Buffett Calls Bitcoin a 'Gambling Token', BSV Profiled on Fox Business

"If we were using this (cryptos) on a day-to-day basis in a way that shows more utility we wouldn't be in this pickle," Kennedy from Fox Business observed.

Submitted by Aaron Goldstein on, Apr/12/2023

PrizePicks Making its Mark, Joins Forces With the Braves

PrizePicks Making its Mark, Joins Forces With the Braves

Plus sheriff's deputy widow stole $529,165 from county to gamble, cavort with Mickey Mouse: Husband shot her, killed son, self.

Submitted by Jagajeet Chiba on, Apr/12/2023

Let the Crackdown on AIs Begin

Let the Crackdown on AIs Begin

The New York Post featured a horrifying headline Tuesday: "AI bot, ChaosGPT, tweets out plans to ‘destroy humanity’ after being tasked".

Submitted by Alejandro Botticelli on, Apr/11/2023

Poker Ace Wins Against ChatGPT, FTX ‘Hubris, Incompetence and Greed’

Poker Ace Wins Against ChatGPT, FTX ‘Hubris, Incompetence and Greed’

Plus Bradley Beal talks fan incident over gambling in Orlando: ‘Nobody wants to lose money’.

Submitted by Jagajeet Chiba on, Apr/11/2023

Trump Favorability Collapses, GOP Nomination Sits at -150

Trump Favorability Collapses, GOP Nomination Sits at -150

An ABC News/IPSOS poll just released shows Trump's favorability numbers have dropped from 29 percent to 25 percent.  And a recent state poll may suggest this is not an outlier.

Submitted by Gilbert Horowitz on, Apr/11/2023

Ohio Gift Cards for Sports Betting, Ex-State Trooper Gets Probation for Gambling, Prostitution Ring

Ohio Gift Cards for Sports Betting, Ex-State Trooper Gets Probation for Gambling

Plus sports betting records shattered in New York during month of March.

Submitted by Nagesh Rath on, Apr/10/2023

Unibet Site Continues to be Down in PA: 'Not Hacked' They Tell G911

Unibet Site Continues to be Down in PA: 'Not Hacked' They Tell G911

The compay's Mohegan Sun retail sportsbook in the Lehigh Valley is also inoperable.

Submitted by Nagesh Rath on, Apr/09/2023

Best Playtech Slots Online Overview

Playtech is one of the largest online casino software developers. The provider offers access to its software in more than 20 countries worldwide. The game list includes state-of-the-art slots, games with live dealers, and table entertainment. The UK and Malta license games from the provider. 

Submitted by Payton on, Apr/09/2023

Paddy Power Placed on Backburner in Favor of FanDuel, KY Sports Betting Before Football

Paddy Power Placed on Backburner in Favor of FanDuel, KY Sports Betting Before Football

Say what you will about their antics (think double-amputee Oscar Pistorius murder trial 'Money Off If He Walks' ad during the Oscars complete with a Pistorius statuette), Paddy Power played a pivotal role in the evolution of sports betting marketing over the last two decades.

Submitted by Gilbert Horowitz on, Apr/08/2023

Fraudster Loses $3.5 million of Victim's Money Gambling, Casino Subpoenaed

Fraudster Loses $3.5 million of Victim's Money Gambling, Casino Subpoenaed

A Canadian businessman says he loaned an individual $3.5 million but that the man ultimately gambled away the money at a Las Vegas casino.

Submitted by Nagesh Rath on, Apr/07/2023

Horse Racing Could Become a Reality in SC, No Boston Marathon Betting in MA

Wednesday's 56-46 vote in the South Carolina House to allow horse racing came as quite unexpected in a state that has long been unfriendly towards gambling.

Submitted by Gilbert Horowitz on, Apr/06/2023

85 Percent of Those Betting in Ontario Are on Regulated Apps Now

The province of Ontario in Canada has enjoyed great success with its foray into legalized regulated sports betting.  One year later, 85% of those placing bets from Ontario are doing so with regulated apps, an Ipsos survey conducted in March 2023 found.

Submitted by Gilbert Horowitz on, Apr/04/2023

Hot Now: Gambling Expansion Bills Pass Texas Committee, PointsBet Won't Budge

The powerful Senate leader is only digging in regarding his opposition to the bill.

Submitted by Gilbert Horowitz on, Apr/04/2023

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