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Pro Sports Bettor Spanky Agrees BetMGM Should Never Have Cancelled Teacher's $214K Bet
One of the world’s most famous professional sports bettors has spoken out on the ongoing controversy involving sportsbook BetMGM refusing to pay out over $200,000 in winning wagers to a Virginia high school special education teacher and agrees with the decision to finally pay him. Here's his take.
BetMGM Pays Teacher His $214K After Cancelling Bet
An attorney at BetMGM called Kris Benton apologizing for the inconvenience and reiterating that there was "an error with the odds." That being said, the attorney said they're going to give Benton the entire amount he won.
CT AG Reiterates 'Only Three Legal Sportsbooks in the State', Sports Bettors Call These Books 'Crap'
One sports bettor asks American Gaming Association President Bill Miller "Are you thanking the AG for actively acquiring and creating gambling addicts?" through some of the practices employed by the regulated sportsbooks.
MGM Resorts Kicks US Partner Entain to the Curb as BetMGM Mobile Comes to UK
Calls to boycott BetMGM mobile site intensify in US amidst "betting scandal of the century".
Gamblers Lash Out at BetMGM via Homemade Videos After Cancelling Special Ed Teacher's $215K Bet
"Imagine winning $200,000 on parlays and not getting paid out," tweeted Trent Attyah to his more than 185.5K followers.
Gambling World Overwhelmingly Sides With Teacher After BetMGM Cancels $215,000 Bet
By early Wednesday morning, Somach's article had gone viral. By Wednesday night it had become the most trafficked news article on the Gambling911 website ever.
You Can Bet on How Much Trump Weighs at Time He is Booked in Georgia
Our friends at BetOnline have posted booking odds for former US President Donald Trump, including how much he will weigh (Over/Under).
Gambling 911 World Exclusive: Teacher Stiffed by Sportsbook Hires Lawyer to Recover $215K
Blockbuster story goes viral across the Net as Virginia Lottery now in communication with BetMGM and player.
Trump Georgia Arrest Odds: Tie, Suit Color, Facial Expression, More
The scenario surrounding the surrender and arraignment of former President Donald Trump will take a new turn in Georgia compared to his prior three legal proceedings.
Longtime Gaming Executive Feels Exonerated After Conviction Overturned on Appeal
Was among those previously convicted of participating in a vast U.S. college admissions fraud scheme by paying $300,000 to bribe his daughter's way into a top university and the only one to walk away unpunished.
Rovell, Pizzola in Heated Exchange at BetBash
Pizzola tells Rovell he and the site he works for, The Action Network: “You’re creating a false allure that people can win".
Resorts World and MGM Grand Employees Subpoenaed in Widening Justice Dept Probe
A federal investigation of Southern California bookie Wayne Nix's gambling ring has expanded to Las Vegas with over a dozen casino employees questioned.
WynnBET Shuts Down
WynnBet on Friday announced it will be shutting its doors to all US states except for Nevada and Massachusetts.
It's War! Underdog Fantasy Founder Tears Into DraftKings, FanDuel, Says New Sportsbook Coming
Jeremy Levy accuses both companies of working behind the scenes to undermine Underdog.
New Billy Walters Book Claims Phil Mickelson Bet Over $1 Billion in the Last Three Decades
Excerpts from Walters upcoming book "Gambler: Secrets from a Life of Risk" make the startling claims in addition to allegations that the golfer tried to place a $400K bet on the Ryder Cup through Walters.
DraftKings Sees 10 Percent Plunge in Share Price on News of ESPN-Penn Sports Betting Deal
Mickey Mouse goes all-in on sports betting, at least as long as Disney remains the parent company of ESPN.
Gambling 911 World Exclusive: Government Agency Investigating BetMGM for Stiffing Special Ed Teacher
The Virginia Lottery, a government agency that regulates all gambling in the State of Virginia, is investigating a situation in which a Virginia teacher won $214,500 betting on the women’s World Cup with sportsbook BetMGM.
Prime Sports to Offer Highest Limits to US Bettors, Vows Not to Boot Them
Newcomer Prime Sports is the latest to join the regulated sports gambling market. This isn't just any newcomer as many of those involved are long time friends of Gambling911.com.
Teacher's Bet: Virginia Lottery Wants Answers as to Why BetMGM Cancelled $214K Bet
The Virginia Lottery on Tuesday promised Gambling911's Thomas Somach it will get to the bottom of a controversy surrounding BetMGM's decision to cancel a Fairfax County teacher's $214,000 winning bet based on what it claimed to be an "obvious error".
Paying to Play: A Comprehensive Look at Payment Methods in Sports Betting
The captivating world of sports betting has transcended mere gambling and become a significant cultural phenomenon. Central to this industry is the way money changes hands. The diversification of payment methods has not only brought convenience but also influenced how people approach sports betting
European Safer Gambling Week 2023: Promoting Responsible Gaming Across Europe
Welcome to the world of safer gambling! Understanding the significance of safeguarding gamblers, EGBA, the European Gaming and Betting Association, is proud to announce the European Safer Gambling Week 2023, a milestone event aimed at promoting responsible gaming across Europe.
BetMGM: Sorry Our Bad, Won't Pay $214K in Winning Bets to Teacher
Company claimed it was "an obvious error" and offered a $100 free bet for the inconvenience after cancelling the payout.
Countless Streamers Impacted by Latest Twitch Gambling Ban
Latest ban comes one year after popular streamer was accused of bilking users out of hundreds of thousands of dollars to fuel gambling addiction
Bet on Who Might Be Trudeau's Lover: Could it be a MAN?
On Wednesday, Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau took to social media to announce his separation from his wife Sophie after being married for 18 years.
BetMGM Spokesperson, Actor Jamie Foxx 'I Went to Hell and Back'
"Thank u a billion to everybody… been a long road but all the prayers great people and God got me through," a message read on Foxx' Instagram page. It was accompanied by a video.
They Are Dropping Like Flies: Colorado Sports Betting Collapse
New Jersey regulators officially revoked PlayUp's license Thursday afternoon.
PlayUp Ordered Shut Down in New Jersey, Reportedly Not Paying
Expect to shut its doors in Colorado too. Reportedly owes $173,931 to customers in NJ.
Iowa Football's Noah Shannon to Miss Big Ten Media Days Due to NCAA Gambling Probe
"I am grateful for the opportunity. However, given the circumstances, I told coach (Kirk) Ferentz it would (be) best for him to select another player."
BetR Disappointing Mass Numbers, PlayUp May Depart US Market
"Betr held less than 4% and made $11K in MA last month," Welman observed. "But please continue to enlighten me about this game-changing value proposition."
Gambling911 Confirms Report of Casino Executive's Departure
Gambling 911 has confirmed a report that a high-ranking casino executive who may be linked to an illegal bookmaking operation is out of a job.
