Gambling News
Planet Hollywood Poker Room to Close
Planet Hollywood has announced the abrupt permanent closure of its poker room effective July 11.
Tennessee Change in Sports Betting Management a Good Move
Professional sports bettor calls Tennessee move to transfer oversight of sports betting smart call following Action 24/7 debacle.
Another Mysterious Death in the World of Crypto in Just Days
The Bitcoin pioneer who was believed to own over $1 billion in the cyptrocurrency and considered one of the asset’s larger single-holders, died off the coast of Costa Rica, apparently from at Playa Hermosa de Garabito, Puntarenas, in Costa Rica. Plus Morgan Stanley Buys Over 28,000 Shares of Grayscale Bitcoin Trust and Bitstocks CEO Michael Hudson & Vaionex CEO Robin Kohze discuss why it’s up to the entrepreneurs now to go out and build on top of the platform, to see it reaching its full potential.
Northern Nevada Gambling Icon John Ascuaga Dies at Age 96
John Ascuaga, the son of Basque sheepherders who became a northern Nevada gambling icon after he bought a small coffee shop with a few slot machines in Sparks in 1960 and turned it into a major hotel-casino he operated for more than a half century, has died. He was 96.
Germany Euro 2020 Loss Big Win For Some Books
England advancing in the Euro 2020 can't be good for the British books. For North America-facing BetOnline, it was all about Germany Tuesday. So when the Germans fell, the books celebrated.
SBC Summit North America Returns to US Rebranded
Betting On Sports America has taken the downtime during Covid-19 to rethink its branding strategy. The result is expanding beyond the original sports betting focus.
Unified Pro-Am Association Turns Esports Industry on its Head
There’s a new kid on the block and it’s rocking the Esports industry. Unified Pro-Am Association (UPA) is now the number one premier destination for NBA2k Tournaments hosted by any one of the leagues for serious NBA2k gamers. And for gamers who want to be drafted in the NBA2k League, it’s the best opportunity out there.
Books Make Out Big With France Euro 2020 Loss
Dave Mason and the gang from BetOnline are celebrating Switzerland advancing in the Euro 2020. That's because some 87% of the action was on their opponent France to win Monday's game. A significant number of futures were also on France, the favorites to win this year's Euro 2020. Spain now becomes the new favorite to win.
Gambling.com Looks to Go Public
Gambling.com Group Limited (“the Group”) announced it has publicly filed a registration statement on Form F-1 with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (“SEC”) relating to a proposed initial public offering of its ordinary shares. The number of shares to be offered and the price range for the proposed offering have not yet been determined. The Group has applied to list its ordinary shares on the Nasdaq Stock Market under the ticker symbol “GAMB.”
Francis Ngannou vs. Ciryl Gane Fight Odds Following Saturday Night Bout
According to the oddsmakers, Ciryl Gane has a better chance of defeating Francis Ngannou than Derrick Lewis.
New Florida Sports Betting Voter Ballot Initiative Favors Seminoles, Draftkings and FanDuel
It is looking less likely that mobile sports betting will be coming to fruition for the 2021 college football season.
Pirates-Cardinals Game Postponed, Suspended Odds
The Pirates-Cardinals game stands a 60% chance of being delayed or even postponed per Gambling911.com's forecast. Steadier rain is anticipated from 3 pm to 7 pm and quite possibly beyond.
Gane vs. Volkov Fight Odds
Gane is a -145 favorite. Alexander Volkov pays $11.50 for every $10 bet should he go on to win
The Future of Crypto Gaming is Here With CHIPZ Sports Betting Platform
Cryptocurrency going mainstream over the last couple of years has seen the online betting, gambling, and casino industry jump on the blockchain tech wagon. Yes, this should help keep bookmakers honest and ensure fair betting, but how about a platform that utilizes blockchain to take online staking to the next level by letting you become an independent bookmaker. Enter Chipz.
UFOs Exist, Government Report Reveals
With the US Government issuing a report that, out of 144 encounters with mysterious aircraft, 143 are literally unidentifiable, it's time to start placing those bets on alien attacks and first to be abducted.
Politics Betting Beat - Congressmen Squirm as ‘World-Class Sleazeball’ Gaetz Continues to Roam
Any day the hammer could fall on Florida Republican Congressman Matt Gaetz, and his follow representatives know this.
#FreeBritany: Britney Spears Conservatorship Odds
Everybody is rooting for Britney Spears, though the oddsmakers appear less optimistic that the "Oops I Did It Again" pop star will be released from her conservatorship in 2021? The NO is priced around -350 across those books offering odds of this occurring.
The eSports Beat - June 25, 2021: Betbazar Talks Turning eSports Growth Into Retention
He says: "During the pandemic, it was close to 40%. Naturally, we expect that number to decrease as sports come back, but we are realistically expecting to retain 15-18% of the share."
Online Gambling Affiliate, Search Beat - June 25, 2021: End of the Cookie Delayed
Google plans to delay the removal of its tracking cookie on the Chrome Web browser another two years until 2024. Plus Malta lands on a very bad list.
Casino tech: Even Chips Have Chips at Newest Vegas Resort
When Resorts World Las Vegas opens to guests and gamblers late Thursday, card players will bet with house chips implanted with sensors at tables that take cashless transactions and track every bet, split, double-down and side wager.
2021 NBA Championship Futures Prediction / Picks - Final 4
Definitely some good value here with Atlanta paying $370 for every $100 bet to win this series.
Bet the Phillies Mets Series June 25-27, 2021
The Mets are currently playing under .500 ball with a 4-6 record their last ten games. The UNDER is 8-2 in the last ten games for New York. The UNDER is 34-28-2 on the season so far.
BetOnline All Access: NBA West Finals Picks 2021
In this extended installment of BetOnline All Access, the crew takes a look at the NBA East Finals, offering a few picks.
Where Can I Bet The 2021 NFL Division Standings and Best/Worst Record
Where will each NFL team finish in its division? Well, BetOnline now has odds to help project end-of-season standings.
Fresh Canadian Gambling Stats
Lotteries are by far the most well-loved gambling entertainment in Canada, with 50% of the local population taking part in the lottery activities in the past year. The most popular lotteries are scratch tickets and raffles, closely followed by casinos (both physical and online). Lotto is at the very bottom of the list, accounting for just 3.1% of the market. Poker and horse betting boasts an equally small percentage - 3.5% and 3.6%, respectively.
NBA Playoff Betting June 24 – Phoenix Suns at Los Angeles Clippers
It’s not like the Los Angeles Clippers haven’t been in this situation before. Down 0-2 in the Western Conference finals to the Phoenix Suns, the Clips face a must-win situation when the series shifts to LA for Thursday’s Game 3. No team in NBA history has overcome a 3-0 deficit, though the Clippers rallied after losing the first two games against Dallas and Utah.
Sports Betting Beat - June 24, 2021
Sports Illustrated to enter online sports betting with UK's 888, Maine Governor has 10 days to sign sports gambling bill, and ‘Mattress Mack’ bet could bring biggest payout in US sports betting history.
How to Manage Betting Lines as a Bookie
You as the bookmaker have the ability to monitor and make the necessary adjustments to lines via the bookie software based on the action coming in and any critical news such as player injuries.
The eSports Beat - June 23, 2021
Sweden Won’t Consider Dota 2 An ‘Elite Sport,’ Threatening The International 2021, Atlantic City looks to become eSports hub.
France Remains Favored in Euro 2020 as Field Down to 16
France was the favorite at the outset of the world’s second-best soccer tournament with 5/1 odds, and the team remains favored ahead of the Knockout Round.
