Gambling

Gambling and Sports Betting News Wire - June 10 2019

Here are today's headlines in the world of gambling and sports betting as they happen - Monday June 10, 2019.

Submitted by C Costigan on, Mon, 06/10/2019 - 09:58

Draftkings 'Inadvertently' Cancels WNBA Contests: Players Fuming

Some customers of Draftkings have taken to Twitter over the past 24 hours to express their disgust with the daily fantasy sports provider's decision to cancel three WNBA contests on Saturday (June 8).

Submitted by Jagajeet Chiba on, Sun, 06/09/2019 - 19:10

Gambling and Sports Betting News Wire - June 9 2019

Here are today's headlines in the world of gambling and sports betting as they happen - Sunday June 9, 2019.

Submitted by C Costigan on, Sun, 06/09/2019 - 09:29

Gambling and Sports Betting News Wire - June 8 2019

Here are today's headlines in the world of gambling and sports betting as they happen - Saturday June 8, 2019.

Submitted by C Costigan on, Sat, 06/08/2019 - 10:39

CEEGC Budapest 2019 Provisional Agenda and Already Confirmed Speakers List Now Available

European Gaming Media and Events presents the official release of the provisional agenda for the 4^th edition of CEEGC Budapest (The Central and Eastern European Gaming Conference).

Submitted by Press Release on, Fri, 06/07/2019 - 13:31

The Dark Side of Sports Betting: Group Pleads Guilty to Loansharking, Kidnapping

Tam V. Nguyen, 51, of South Boston, pleaded guilty to loansharking and gambling charges in federal court in Boston Thursday.

Submitted by Jagajeet Chiba on, Fri, 06/07/2019 - 13:24

More Headaches for West Virginia Sports Betting

West Virginia lottery officials say the launch of a sports betting app has been delayed to ensure compliance with a federal law that deals with interstate gambling.

Submitted by Associated Press on, Thu, 06/06/2019 - 20:36

Pro Sports Bettor: William Hill Manager The Public 'Never Really Finds Out' They Kick Out Winners

Following an excellent piece by David Hill of theRinger.com entitled "Requiem for a Sports Bettor", the professional sports bettor profiled has since elaborated further regarding his experience with NJ-licensed William Hill.

Submitted by C Costigan on, Thu, 06/06/2019 - 14:47

Police in Astoria Bust Sports Betting Biz Using Wire Room Out of Costa Rica

Probe started in January 2016

Submitted by C Costigan on, Thu, 06/06/2019 - 12:57

Gambling and Sports Betting News Wire - June 6 2019

Here are today's headlines in the world of gambling and sports betting as they happen - Thursday June 6, 2019.

Submitted by C Costigan on, Thu, 06/06/2019 - 10:19

Legalized Sports Betting in Illinois Will Mean Higher Taxes, Gas Price Hikes

On the surface, Illinois looked like the hippest state in the union this week, legalizing everything from sports wagering at Wrigley Field, to slot machines placement at O'Hare to recreational use of marijuana. What could possibly go wrong?

Submitted by Alejandro Botticelli on, Wed, 06/05/2019 - 10:38

Gambling and Sports Betting News Wire - June 5 2019

Here are today's headlines in the world of gambling and sports betting as they happen - Wednesday June 5, 2019.

Submitted by C Costigan on, Wed, 06/05/2019 - 09:36

Sports Betting Language Could Kill Louisiana Fantasy Bill

BATON ROUGE, La. (AP) — Louisiana voters agreed in November to legalize online fantasy sports contests for cash prizes in 47 parishes. But it's unclear if lawmakers will approve the tax and regulatory provisions required to start the betting, before the legislative session ends Thursday.

Submitted by Associated Press on, Tue, 06/04/2019 - 21:11

Insiders Talk Sports Betting in Illinois

Joe Ostrowski of 670 The Score has been a busy man these past 24 plus hours. He's been speaking to everyone who's anyone in the world of sports betting as Illinois prepares to legalize the activity.

Submitted by Don Shapiro on, Tue, 06/04/2019 - 09:05

Gambling and Sports Betting News Wire - June 4, 2019

Here are today's headlines in the world of gambling and sports betting as they happen - Tuesday June 4, 2019.

Submitted by C Costigan on, Tue, 06/04/2019 - 08:40

What Online Sports Betting in Indiana Could Look Like

Legal in-state sports betting is slated to begin September 1, though some have suggested this date might be a bit aggressive.

Submitted by Gilbert Horowitz on, Mon, 06/03/2019 - 23:52

Louisiana Sports Betting Effort Hail Mary

Just a few days ago, a sports betting bill in Illinois was left for dead. Lawmakers had hardly broached the subject as of Thursday. A last minute extension into the weekend helped got the job done and the sports betting measure now sits on the Governor's desk ready to be signed. With Governor J. B.

Submitted by Gilbert Horowitz on, Mon, 06/03/2019 - 23:21

Judge: Law Regarding Online Bets Across State Lines Only Applies to Sports Betting

A federal judge has ruled that a law prohibiting interstate wagering applies only to sports gambling and not to state lotteries as some had feared.

Submitted by Associated Press on, Mon, 06/03/2019 - 18:36

Draftkings CEO: 'Excluding Draftkings, FanDuel From Illinois Market Like Excluding Uber, Lyft From Ride Sharing Bill'

Illinois lawmakers, as part of a final hour effort this past weekend, past legislation that makes recreational marijuana legal in the state along with slots at O'Hare International Airport, a casino in Chicago and sports betting at Wrigley Field. A little something to make everybody happy, except for two behemoth companies.

Submitted by C Costigan on, Mon, 06/03/2019 - 11:24