Gambling

A Little History of Offshore Sportsbooks

Betting has been around for a very long time. It is enough to think about the fact that people used to bet on it already during Roman times, not to mention the ancient Greeks.

Submitted by B.E.Delmer on, Fri, 10/20/2023 - 15:17

If There Were a 'Real Housewives of Sports Betting' It Might Look Something Like This

Huge spat in the community has folks taking sides but most agreeing the trolling must end.

Submitted by Jagajeet Chiba on, Fri, 10/20/2023 - 09:42

Worldgame365.me Center Stage in Italy Football Gambling Scandal

Sandro Tonali has denied introducing fellow footballer Nicolo Fagioli to an illegal betting app that is center stage in an expansive sports betting probe tied to Italian football players.

Submitted by Alistair Prescott on, Thu, 10/19/2023 - 20:43

Footballer Fagioli Has €3.3M Gambling Debt: Creditors Threatened to Break His Legs

Nicolo Fagioli is one of a handful of names (out of some 40) revealed in a gambling probe that has sent shock waves through Italy football.

Submitted by Alistair Prescott on, Thu, 10/19/2023 - 16:43

Top Gambling Apps for Starters

The digital age has seen a meteoric rise in the popularity of online gambling, with an increasing number of platforms available for enthusiasts.

Submitted by C Costigan on, Wed, 10/18/2023 - 21:53

Sports Betting Course at Miami Law School: Wrecking Ball Taken to Old Syllabus

Recommended reading includes USA v Cohen which serves as precedent for why Florida could run into a road block in legalizing sports betting. Meanwhile, No Casinos Group calls FL sports betting plans "fiction".

Submitted by C Costigan on, Tue, 10/17/2023 - 20:46

Newcastle £52m New Signing Sandro Tonali is a 'Gambling Addict' According to Agent

The admission comes in the wake of a massive gambling probe that is currently rocking Italian football.

Submitted by Alistair Prescott on, Tue, 10/17/2023 - 13:35

Gambling in Norway and Top Casinos to Visit Today

Norway is one of the countries where gambling is legal. The Norwegian Penal Code was adopted 20+ years ago. Until recently, the local gambling laws remained unchanged. They were frankly old and ineffective. The situation has since changed however.

Submitted by on, Tue, 10/17/2023 - 13:02

These Are the Five Most Downloaded Online Lottery Website

James McLoughlin, the self-proclaimed "Acquisition Assassin", is at it once again with some amazing new data. This time he focused on the five most downloaded online lottery websites.

Submitted by Gilbert Horowitz on, Tue, 10/17/2023 - 09:38

Mob Scion Thomas Gambino Dead at Age 94

In the 90's, Gambino went on trial on charges that he engaged in racketeering in Connecticut by controlling major gambling and loan-sharking operations there.

Submitted by Nagesh Rath on, Mon, 10/16/2023 - 20:53

Gambling Firms May Be Forced to Pay £100m a Year to Fight Addiction

The £100m figure is derived from the £10bn the industry took in last year.

Submitted by Gilbert Horowitz on, Mon, 10/16/2023 - 19:57

High Roller Blames Casino Losses on Spiked Drink

News of the suit comes as a class action complaint was filed against MGM following a massive breach of customer data.

Submitted by Alejandro Botticelli on, Mon, 10/16/2023 - 13:42

Your Guide to the Crypto Casino World and NFT Gambling

Cryptocurrency is not a surprise these days. Bitcoin, Litecoin, Ethereum, and other coins have penetrated all areas, including gambling. Finding a cryptocurrency casino today is easier than ever.

Submitted by Aaron Goldstein on, Mon, 10/16/2023 - 09:01

Sports Bettors React to Popular Pro Captain Jack Sudden Exit From Unabated Discord

News broke early Sunday that @capjack2000 was no longer in the Unabated Discord, a sports betting agency, and has since deactivated his Twitter while hiding all of his YouTube videos.

Submitted by Jagajeet Chiba on, Sun, 10/15/2023 - 21:58

Truth About Real Reason for Ousting of Ex Resorts World CEO Coming Soon He Says

Termination comes as current and former casino executives said to be under federal probe.

Submitted by Frank Doyle on, Fri, 10/13/2023 - 17:02

What is the Definition of a Pay Per Head Sportsbook?

The base definition of a Pay Per Head sportsbook is a sports betting software solution that charges a set weekly fee per customer/client/head. From there one must explore which are the better options available on the market today.

Submitted by Aaron Goldstein on, Fri, 10/13/2023 - 13:40

Chief Justice John Roberts Halts Florida Sports Betting....For At Least a Week

Roberts’ order came after pari-mutuel companies West Flagler Associates and Bonita-Fort Myers Corp. sought a stay as they prepare to ask the Supreme Court to take up a challenge to the appeals-court ruling.

Submitted by Gilbert Horowitz on, Thu, 10/12/2023 - 23:45

Why Knowledge is Power: Navigating the World of Regulated Online Gambling

Every top casino search will feature an online casino's bonus offerings, payment methods and at least a blurb as to what differentiates their product from the rest of what's out there.

Submitted by B.E.Delmer on, Thu, 10/12/2023 - 16:50

Bahamas Bracelet Chase Now On at ACR Poker

Several online satellite qualifiers will lead to a scintillating $15 Million guaranteed event!

Submitted by Ace King on, Thu, 10/12/2023 - 16:18

The Rise of Online Gaming: A Look at Online Casinos Albania

Albania, on Southeastern Europe’s Balkan Peninsula, is a nation of nearly 3 million people. Because Albanians are among the most polyglot people in the world, online casino operators find this population especially easy to target.

Submitted by B.E.Delmer on, Thu, 10/12/2023 - 13:44

PrizePicks CEO: 'Companies Like Ours Had to Pick Up the Slack" for DraftKings, FanDuel Abandoning Role

Admits industry is lightly regulated as PrizePicks will assume role in codifying fantasy sports with new bills.

Submitted by Gilbert Horowitz on, Wed, 10/11/2023 - 19:44

Luckbox Suspends Operations, Unikrn Other eSports Gambling Operators Scale Back

Luckbox says " it has been unable to secure the required capital injection due to persistently challenging conditions in the capital markets."

Submitted by Aaron Goldstein on, Wed, 10/11/2023 - 10:53

Mystery Bounty Tournaments a Massive Hit at Americas Cardroom

ACR Poker started running Mystery Bounty tournaments earlier this year and they've proven to be a huge hit with players. Now, due to popular demand, the worldwide poker site has added two to its permanent monthly schedule.

Submitted by Ace King on, Wed, 10/11/2023 - 02:33

Why? BetMGM Wins Another Reward After Refusing to Pay Teacher

One half of the BetMGM partnership, MGM, is currently recovering from a massive cyber attack that resulted in compromised social security, driver's license and passport numbers. The other half, Entain, was handed a record fine last year.

Submitted by Gilbert Horowitz on, Tue, 10/10/2023 - 10:34

The Venom Progressive Knockout Promises $5 Million Guaranteed

ACR Poker has announced its seventh Venom PKO and as this tournament progresses, you can expect the bounties to grow to epic proportions. Deep into the event, a single knockout blow could be worth as much as tens of thousands of dollars!

Submitted by Nagesh Rath on, Mon, 10/09/2023 - 21:48

IRS’s New Strategy to Navigate the Tax Landscape of Gambling Winnings in the USA Makes Headlines

Gambling is a widespread pastime in the United States, drawing countless individuals into casinos, lotteries and games of chance. While the thrill of casinos is undeniable, it's crucial to comprehend the tax implications that accompany these victories.

Submitted by Payton on, Mon, 10/09/2023 - 20:08