Gambling

Stake.com Hack Was Done By North Korea, FBI Claims

The massive breach took place on Monday September 4.

Submitted by Aaron Goldstein on, Sun, 09/10/2023 - 17:36

Fulton County Special Grand Jury Recommended Charges Against Lindsey Graham

For the better part of a decade, Graham worked along side the late gambling billionaire Sheldon Adelson to prevent the federal legalization of online gambling in the US.

Submitted by Jagajeet Chiba on, Fri, 09/08/2023 - 12:08

Gambling Could Finally Be Coming to the UAE But 2-Year Jail Term Remains on the Books

The new federal body, called the General Commercial Gaming Regulatory Authority (GCGRA), would create a “regulatory framework for a national lottery and commercial gaming,” according to Emirati state media WAM.

Submitted by Jagajeet Chiba on, Fri, 09/08/2023 - 11:44

Sportsbook Goes Up Against ChatGPT-4: Who Will Come Out on Top?

For the first time in sports betting history, kingdom Animalia will take kingdom Technion.

Submitted by Press Release on, Thu, 09/07/2023 - 18:07

Things Can Only Get BetR as Sportsbook Launches in VA, Reports 0.05 Percent Handle Market Share in MA

The site claimed to have had 70,000 Apple App downloads in the four days ahead of last month's Jake Paul vs. Nate Diaz fight.

Submitted by Aaron Goldstein on, Thu, 09/07/2023 - 14:05

Sports Betting Officially Launches in Kentucky Thursday: Gov Places First Bet

Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear will be making the first bet at Churchill Downs new sportsbook.

Submitted by Don Shapiro on, Thu, 09/07/2023 - 10:53

Playtech Boss Criticizes Providers Operating in 'Black Markets'... But They Do TOO!

Mor Weizer, CEO of Playtech since 2007, says he is "frustrated" with listed firms that have seen a boom in their revenues and share price as a result of their decision to operate in so-called "black" or "grey" gambling markets.

Submitted by Aaron Goldstein on, Thu, 09/07/2023 - 10:06

NY Post Highlights the NFL Gambling Mess the League Keeps Making Worse by the Day

NFL in gambling turmoil as Super Bowl heads for Las Vegas: ‘Just don’t understand’, a blaring headline reads on Wednesday's digital edition of the New York Post.

Submitted by Alejandro Botticelli on, Wed, 09/06/2023 - 11:35

Free Parking at Casinos Could Go the Way of the Dodo Bird

The Golden Nugget in Atlantic City became the last of the casinos there to stop offering free parking, a trend that began in Vegas back in 2016. Will other casino destinations soon follow?

Submitted by t c jackson on, Wed, 09/06/2023 - 10:48

Former State Senator's Casino Cited for Dealer Errors, Inaccurate Payouts

Andy Sanborn is under investigation for accepting Covid-19 funding for his casino but is accused of using the funds to purchase expensive sports cars for he and his wife, the latter of whom is a current serving state representative.

Submitted by Jagajeet Chiba on, Tue, 09/05/2023 - 22:39

Daniel Jones, Deebo Samuel to Make Weekly Appearances on Show Produced by Gambling Site

The NFL has come under heavy scrutiny for its often hypocritical stance when it comes to sports betting.

Submitted by Gilbert Horowitz on, Tue, 09/05/2023 - 22:01

2 Men Charged in Murder of Real Estate Agent With Ties to Mob, Illegal Bookie Ring

Jamal Chemin, 41, and Sorossa Moude, 27, were charged with first-degree murder. They, too, have alleged ties to organized crime.

Submitted by Jagajeet Chiba on, Tue, 09/05/2023 - 17:00

WalterPicks More Downloads in Last 30 Days Than FanDuel and DraftKings

"WalterPicks is outpacing them in fantasy football season with an incredible product and perfectly aligned social media marketing," one acquisition expert reports.

Submitted by Aaron Goldstein on, Tue, 09/05/2023 - 11:16

Stake.com Hacked for $41 Million

The platform has suspended all deposits and withdrawals, leaving many users unable to access their funds.

Submitted by Aaron Goldstein on, Mon, 09/04/2023 - 17:38

'Mouth' Defends Burning Man Disaster: People I Know There Now Saying They Are Having Time of Their Life

If you haven't heard by now, this year's Burning Man event has been portrayed as an absolute disaster with vehicles getting trapped in the mud and attendees unable to escape.

Submitted by Nagesh Rath on, Mon, 09/04/2023 - 10:17

Penn State’s Questionable Touchdown in Garbage Time Raises Eyebrows With Gamblers

The Nittany Lions were favored by 20.5 points going into their game against West Virginia and just managed to cover in the final seconds thanks to a touchdown in garbage time that had some gamblers scratching their heads.

Submitted by Don Shapiro on, Mon, 09/04/2023 - 10:02

Legislative Changes Impacting Online Gambling in the US

Online gambling has grown rapidly and evolved over the past two decades, transforming from a niche industry to a multi-billion-dollar market. In the United States, this sector has been marked by a complex legal landscape shaped by a combination of federal and state laws.

Submitted by B.E.Delmer on, Mon, 09/04/2023 - 09:22

Feds Investigation Into Vegas Casinos About to Blow Up?

Scott Roeben of Vital Vegas posted an ominous warning this Labor Day Weekend.

Submitted by t c jackson on, Sun, 09/03/2023 - 11:29

Can I Place a Bet on the MyBookie Website From Wisconsin

The MyBookie.ag site is available from Wisconsin, but we here at Gambling911.com endorse Americas Bookie Sportsbook, now offering up to $2500 free cash signup bonus, same day payouts. In business since 2006.

Submitted by Tyrone Black on, Sat, 09/02/2023 - 19:36

Lawmaker Who Owns Casino Allegedly Used Covid Relief to Buy Porsches, Ferrari

A New Hampshire lawmaker resigned as head of a study committee on gambling Friday, a day after authorities said she and her husband were under criminal investigation.

Submitted by Jagajeet Chiba on, Fri, 09/01/2023 - 23:56

Rotogrinders on the Evolution of DFS: From the Salary Cap Format to Today's Pick'em Model

"The category always had the potential for so much more," Adam Wexler, founder of PrizePicks, wrote on his LinkedIn page in response to the article.

Submitted by Aaron Goldstein on, Thu, 08/31/2023 - 10:47

'Bear Bets' is Fox Sports Newest Sports Gambling Show

The show will be hosted by longtime ESPN television producer and broadcaster Chris Fallica.

Submitted by Aaron Goldstein on, Wed, 08/30/2023 - 16:39

Predictions on eSports: Analytics and Statistics for the Right Bets

Online eSports betting is the most popular among gaming fans. Betting on the results of matches and other competitions played on world arenas is an opportunity not only for high winnings but also a chance to prove yourself as a good betting analyst.

Submitted by Payton on, Wed, 08/30/2023 - 11:40

PAGCOR Implements Regulatory Framework to Address Illegal Offshore Gambling

The Philippines' main body overseeing gaming licensing is the Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation (PAGCOR). They've seen a growing issue with companies from other countries allowing Filipinos to gamble online without a proper license, known as "illegal offshore gaming." To address this, PAGCOR has introduced a new set of rules or a "regulatory framework." This is to ensure a fair and secure gaming environment in the Philippines.

Submitted by Payton on, Wed, 08/30/2023 - 11:28