From Anfield to the Poker Table: John Arne Riise’s New Passion

John Arne Riise was a force to reckon with on the field for over a decade. Riise played as a left-back/left midfielder for Liverpool, known for his powerful strikes and defensive plays.

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Russell Wilson Payout Odds to Land With Giants at Even as QB Signs One-Year Contract

The 10-time Pro Bowl selection had been in discussions with the Giants, Cleveland Browns and Pittsburgh Steelers, but is opting for New York

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No More 24 Percent Federal Tax on Sports Betting? Threshold on Reporting Slot Wins: New Measures Introduced

If you win big in sports betting at any of the US regulated sportsbooks, odds are good you will be paying a 24 percent federal tax.  That's on top of any state tax.  One lawmaker wants to remove the federal reporting requirement.

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Lightning PKOs Introduced By ACR Poker

Win cash in just 45 minutes with Lightning PKOs—fast, thrilling, and packed with action!   Now available at ACR Poker.  Let's take a look.

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Bloomberg: Gambling is No Longer Investing's Evil Twin

With Robin Hood entering the gambling sector, financial author Aaron Brown's opinion piece at Bloomberg suggests that gambling and investing are more intertwined than ever.

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The Story Behind March Madness

The Greatest College Basketball Tournament Is Set, but Only True Fans Know the Story Behind the Name.

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Seminole Classic Casino April 2025 Promotions and Entertainment

New Members Spin to Win Up to $5,000 Free Play!

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Prison Surrender Delayed for Ohtani’s Former Interpreter

Ippei Mizuhara, the former interpreter for Shohei Ohtani, was slated to surrender to authorities Monday to begin his federal prison sentence for stealing nearly $17 million from the Dodgers star player to pay off gambling debts to his bookie.

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Supreme Court Turns Back Casino Mogul Steve Wynn’s Appeal in Defamation Lawsuit

The Supreme Court turned back an appeal Monday from casino mogul Steve Wynn, who had challenged a landmark libel ruling as part of a lawsuit against The Associated Press.

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These Are Your Upsets in the 2025 NCAA Men's College Basketball Tournament - Just No True Cinderellas

Arkansas stunned St. John's in the second round of the 2025 NCAA Men's College Basketball Tournament on Saturday. The Razorbacks aren't necessarily a Cinderella story however.  There is certainly a storyline to be had here.

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Parent Company of BetMGM, Ladbrokes Accused of Letting Known Criminals Launder Cash

Entain, the parent company of popular US regulated brand BetMGM and the long established UK brand Ladbrokes, is being accused of allowing more than a dozen suspected criminals to funnel dirty money through its accounts despite being aware of the risks.

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How Do Sportsbooks Set the Odds?

Sports betting allows consumers to test their knowledge and back their favorite teams by putting their money where their mouth is.

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Conor McGregor Presidential Odds Are Not Looking Good

Conor McGregor...fighter, entrepreneur and...future president?

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April 2025 Casino Promotions and Events at Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Hollywood

It's hard to believe that April is almost here and our friends at the Seminole Hard Rock Casino in Hollywood, Florida have announced a bevy of great promos for this month.

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FanDuel Debuts New Television Program During Problem Gambling Month

March is Problem Gambling Awareness Month, and FanDuel, Flutter’s largest brand and US market leader in online sports betting and iGaming, is continuing to build its Responsible Gaming platform through new programming designed to expand access to responsible gaming education.

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BetMGM Won't Pay Chicago Veteran $389K

"These wagers were voided due to an obvious error," BetMGM advised.

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March Madness Map: Which Team Each State is Rooting for in 2025

The map below courtesy of BetOnline.ag is based on geotagged X data since Selection Sunday, tracking tweets, hashtags and direct keyword phrases about who will win the NCAA Tournament this year.

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NCAA Push to Remove College Player Prop Bets

NCAA President Charlie Baker has stressed he would like to see sportsbooks across the US stop offering prop bets on college players. While a number of states have enacted prohibitions, others have not. 

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How Does a Pay Per Head Business Work?

Small time bookies, that's the vast majority, consider today's Pay Per Heads to be a "beacon of light". 

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Many Fliff Customers Accused of Having Multiple Accounts

One Redditor writes: "I know of personally at least 5 instances and there is no recourse. Fliff customer support does not respond or waits weeks."

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68 2025 March Madness Prop Bets and Trump's Bracket

This year, BetOnline took the 68-team field a bit too seriously.

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No More Sweepstakes Casinos in New York State as Bill Inches Closer to Passage

Senator Joseph Addabbo, the Chair of the New York State Senate Racing, made it abundantly clear heading intp the new legislative session, he was making it his mission to eradicate sweepstakes casinos in The Empire State.

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Cuban Man Can Finally Claim His Jackpot Wins....Nearly Two Years Later

Federal law prohibited Eduardo Cardoso from claiming a number of jackpots hit at the Seminole Classic Casino.

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Hawaii Senate Committee Advances Digital Sports Betting Bill

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Hawaii, one of the few remaining states without legalized gambling, has taken a significant step toward changing that status. A digital sports betting bill has advanced through a key Senate committee, indicating growing legislative interest in expanding the state's gaming options. The proposed measure would permit online sports wagering while prohibiting physical betting establishments, keeping Hawaii in the digital-only realm of gambling regulation.

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Shock Poll: More Than Half of Adults Don't Want Betting on College Sports in Their State

Most U.S. adults think betting on professional sports should be legal — but they don’t feel the same way about college sports, according to a new poll.

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Robinhood Gets Into Prediction Market Betting

On Monday March 17, Robinhood Derivatives, LLC (RHD) announced a prediction markets hub directly within the Robinhood App, giving customers the opportunity to trade on the outcomes of some of the world’s biggest events.

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John Oliver Tackles Sports Betting in Final Episode

John Oliver discusses sports betting, how it became so popular, why it can be so damaging, and – of course – how toned John’s shoulders are. Very toned. According to him.

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How To Maximise Casino Promotions for the Biggest Rewards

It's become nearly impossible to find an online casino that doesn't offer bonuses or free spins to attract new players.

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Virtual Bets, Real Risks: Understanding Online Gambling

Online gambling has become one of the fastest-growing sectors in the digital economy. With the rise of mobile technology, improved internet access, and increasingly sophisticated betting platforms, more players are turning to online casinos and sportsbooks.

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Cryptocurrency Adoption in Online Gambling in 2025—What It Means for Players

Digital currencies have become the go-to payment method for many people in the gambling world. Players are increasingly turning to Bitcoin, Ethereum, and other cryptocurrencies to place bets, which has led to a surge in adoption across many betting sites.

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