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Canadian Gaming Association Welcomes Changes to Allow Enhanced Sports Wagering in Canada
San Francisco Chronicle: Full Tilt Poker a Game Changer…We Say Not Really
The San Francisco Chronicle featured an interesting piece on the current crisis surrounding Full Tilt Poker and its impact on the Internet gambling sector as a whole.
Last week, US Feds accused Howard Lederer, Chris Ferguson and Rafael Furst of defrauding thousands of poker players out of more than $300 million.
Gambling911.com to Visit BetOnline, Lock Poker
Gambling911.com has announced its October 2011 schedule, which includes visits to Panama City, Panama (home of BetOnline.com) and a meeting with Lock Poker executives and poker pros in London next week.
“We are very excited to be visiting with two of the industry’s fastest growing brands,” noted Payton O’Brien, Senior Editor of the Gambling911.com website.
Chris Christie Confirms He Won’t Be Running
Despite the GOP’s pressure to get New Jersey Governor Chris Christie to join the race to run for US President, Christie confirmed once again he will not be running.
Fox News broke the story Tuesday afternoon.
The GOP has expressed concerns over the current pool of candidates, in particular Texas Governor Rick Perry, who was widely panned for his performance at last week’s Republican debate.
Why New Jersey Needs Legalized Sports Betting
Following today's public hearing of the Senate State Government, Wagering, Tourism and Historic Preservation Committee, Chairman Jim Whelan emphasized the importance of authorizing sports wagering for the New Jersey's gaming industry.
New Jersey Governor Chris Christie Flip Flopping on Sports Betting
New Jersey Governor Chris Christie has refused to come forward and endorse legalized sports betting in the state. Residents of the state will be able to vote to allow legalized sports betting on Election Day November 8.
Could Christie’s reluctance have something to do with the state playing host to an upcoming Super Bowl?
The National Football League has long opposed legalized sports betting.
A previous bill was given the last minute heave ho by Christie back in March. State Senator Raymond Lesniak reintroduced his measure last month.
Bookmaker $2500 Deposit Bonus Still Going
Bookmaker, the oldest established North American sportsbook online today, is still offering up to $2500 in FREE CASH.
Atlantic City Casinos Urge New Jersey State Voters to Pass Sports Betting Measure
In early November there will be a referendum whereby New Jersey state residents will have the opportunity to vote for legalized online gambling in the state.
Atlantic City casinos are now backing the measure and they are urging voters to help pass such legislation. More specifically, the Casino Association of New Jersey, which represents the city’s 11 gambling operations, is pushing to have sports betting legalized.
GTBets.com Takes Over VIP Sportsbook, BetGameDay.com and Nine.com
Bookies See Heavy Lopsided Betting Action for NFL Week 1 2011
The bookies were seeing a few 2011 Week 1 NFL games getting heavy lopsided betting action. For these games, the bookies will be rooting for the underdog….or maybe not.
In the case of the Baltimore Ravens vs. Pittsburgh Steelers game, bookies will be rooting for the favorite, Baltimore, at -1.5 odds. That’s because the Steelers were getting around 85 percent of the spread action.
Likewise, Detroit was also a 1.5 underdog in Tampa and they, too, were seeing between 80 percent and 85 percent betting action on the spread.
Jenn Sterger Joins The Online Gambling Arena: Signs on With BetOnLine
Betfair’s Mixed Bag Following Expected Drop in 1st Quarter 2011 Revenue
Chris Christie Says He Supports Gambling, But Does He?
Gambling911.com has previously reported on the major Republican presidential candidates' records on gambling issues.
We revealed how Texas Governor Rick Perry, Minnesota Congresswoman Michele Bachmann and former Massachusetts Governor Mitt Romney would be no friend to the gambling industry should any of them be elected President of the United States, all of them having stymied or attempted to stymie the expansion of gambling during their respective political careers.
But those are all declared candidates for the presidency.
Sports Handicapper Ted Sevransky Sets Record Straight Regarding G911 Foreclosure Coverage
Betting on High School Football Games The Next Big Thing Thanks to ESPN
There was a huge story that ran on the Rivals Network this past week, republished across the various websites, all having to do with the morality of betting on High School Football games.
10-Cent UEFA Championship League Odds, 20-Cent Lines Betting Cricket, Rugby
Where Can I Bet On Football Online: 2011 – 2012
Where can I bet on football online in 2011 through 2012?
Some 50 British Bookmakers Shops Damaged During Riots in London, Liverpool
Johnny Sack to Star in Upcoming Poker Film With Brad Pitt Cogan’s Trade
In-Play Wagering, Mobile Gambling Helps Boost William Hill Numbers
The UK’s biggest bookmaker, William Hill, witnessed a 23 percent year-on-year increase in online net revenues, driven heavily by mobile and in-play wagering.
Sports Betting Ireland: Ladbrokes Hit Hard by Cheltenham
Bookie Call Center Giving Away Free iPads
Long established bookie call center, IDS, is giving away free iPads.
