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FanDuel to Announce it has Raised Another $275 Million
FanDuel, the world’s largest Daily Fantasy Sports site, was set to announce it has raised $275 million in a new round of financing, bringing its total haul from investors to $360 million.
How Is PlayDraft.com – Daily Fantasy Sports Review
If you are looking for information on PlayDraft.com and its position in the fast growing world of Daily Fantasy Sports, Gambling911.com has your review below.
Legalized Internet Gambling Will Hurt Farmers
Tim Shea, President of the Pennsylvania Horseman’s Benevolent and Protective Association, says a bill introduced in his state to legalize online gambling will harm farmers.
How can this be?
DraftKings Embraces Yahoo Entry Into Daily Fantasy Sports
Yahoo’s announced entry into Daily Fantasy Sports last week doesn’t scare industry start-up DraftKings, unless CEO Jason Robins is just putting up a good front.
“We think it’s tremendous for the industry that such a renowned digital company like Yahoo is choosing to join our space, and it serves as further proof of the popularity of daily fantasy sports.”
How Do Bookies Make Money? Online Casinos, Live Betting Help Pad Profit Margin
Bookies make money through smart money management and knowing how and when to move the lines. Most bookies – especially those with large client bases – utilize Price Per Head companies to do this for them.
City of Boston Claims Wynn Representatives Were Aware of Mob Association
(Associated Press) - Recently discovered interviews with at least five people show that Wynn Resorts knew that a mob associate with felony convictions would profit from his stake in the waterfront land where the Las Vegas casino giant plans to build a resort, the city of Boston argued in its latest court filings.
Million Dollar Warmup Guarantees $1.5 Million at ACR
Practice your chip shuffling and stretch your fingers so they're in peak condition to click ‘Raise’.
Unibet Buys Stan James Internet Business
Sweden-based Unibet has purchased betting firm Stan James’ online assets for approximately £19 million ($29 million). The sale does not include any of Stan James 90 bookmaking stores throughout the UK.
“We have long been looking at strengthening our position in the UK online market,” said Henrik Tjärnström, CEO Unibet. “Stan James as an operator is one of the most well-respected in the UK market with particular strengths in horse-racing and other British sports.”
Leon County Bookies, Pay Per Head Services
Leon County bookies and Pay Per Head services are everywhere despite the relatively low population. That’s because the county is home to one of the most College Football-centric schools in the nation, FSU.
Son of Former Genovese Crime Boss Sentenced to Over Two Years for Illegal Gambling
WHITE PLAINS, N.Y. (Associated Press) - A reputed mob member has been sentenced to just over 2 years in prison for running an illegal gambling business.
Daniel Pagano was also given three years of supervised release and ordered to pay a $5,000 fine when he was sentenced Friday in federal court in White Plains.
Havas Edge Loses DraftKings as Daily Fantasy Sports Site to Spend Six Times More
Out with the old and in with the new as ad agency Havas Edge will no longer be handling the spend for Daily Fantasy Sports juggernaut DraftKings.
2015 WSOP Main Event Winding Down
The 2015 World Series of Poker Main Event was down to 237 players as we are within approximately 48 hours of determining which seven players will re-emerge at November’s Final.
Of all the former WSOP Main Event winners, none remain alive in this year’s championship.
Gambler Demands Big Tips Back After Losing Two Weeks Later: Threatens Staff
A “generous” gambler tipped the betting staff big after his huge windfall only to demand all the money back after suffering a significant loss two weeks later. He even threatened the staff at one point.
Police were called to the BetFred bookmaker shop in Manchester after being advised of the individual’s demands.
Pete Rose Remains Revered in Home Town Despite Gambling Controversy
CINCINNATI — (Associated Press) - A photograph of the bat and ball from Pete Rose's record-setting 4,192nd hit has adorned the back of the enormous video board at Great American Ball Park for a dozen years, reminding everyone of one of the city's biggest sports moments.
It's also a reminder of something more: Even with the gambling scandal, a lifetime ban and the fact that he hasn't lived in Cincinnati for a long time, this is still Pete's place.
Twitter Universe Reacts to DraftKings Decision to Allow Automated Software
The reaction to Daily Fantasy Sports site DraftKings decision to allow high-volute players to utilize automated software tools had elicited quite a bit of discourse from Gambling911.com Twitter followers Friday.
A quick recap:
DraftKings has changed its policy as to now allow these high-volume multi-entry players the use of automated software tools. This allows said players – a minority on the site who tend to rake in the most cash – to enjoy a decisive edge when it comes to last minute roster changes and adverse weather situations.
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Poker Pro Vanessa Rousso Becomes Head of ‘Big Brother’ Household: Opts Out of WSOP
While most poker pros are participating in this week’s World Series of Poker Main Event, Vanessa Rousso, a former Sports Illustrated Swimsuit model, is appearing in that experiment known as “Big Brother”.
She’s among the front runners to win and was just nominated Head of the Household.
Bernie Sanders Now at 14-1 Odds of Becoming Next President at BetOnline
Vermont Senator Bernie Sanders was now listed at 14-1 odds of becoming the next President of the United States, BetOnline.ag has revealed.
DraftKings Now Permitting Automated Software Tools: Catching Flack From Players
A change in DraftKings policy allowing high-volume multi-entry players the use of automated software tools has not gone over well with the number two largest Daily Fantasy Sports site’s other customers.
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Curfew for Crime Boss Tied to Two Homicides Relaxed As Wife is Set to Get New Kidney
Crime boss Rocco Arico has had his strict curfew relaxed from 9 pm to 6 am to 1 am to 5 am following news that his wife is about to undergo a kidney transplant.
Phil Ivey Knocked Out of 2015 WSOP Main Event
One of the greatest modern day poker players, Phil Ivey, has busted out of the 2015 World Series of Poker Main Event.
Ivey's pair of nines were no match for another player's kings Thursday.
Third Time’s a Charm for ACR’s Million Dollar Sundays
Early last year when I was told that we’d be hosting a $1,000,000 GTD tournament, I had mixed feelings. It was a healthy mix of excitement and sheer terror.
Man Accused of Bringing Counterfeit Chips to Poker Tournament Indicted on Theft
TRENTON, NJ (Associated Press) - A North Carolina man accused of bringing millions of dollars in counterfeit poker chips to a tournament in New Jersey has been indicted on theft charges.
Yahoo Launches Daily Fantasy Sports Site: Will Take on DraftKings, FanDuel
Yahoo, long a leader in the season-long Fantasy Sports space, began offering Daily Fantasy Sports contests effective Wednesday (July 9, 2015). Yahoo has now positioned itself to compete with DFS juggernauts DraftKings and FanDuel.com, both of which have partnered with professional sports leagues and franchises.
Yahoo will first offer Major League Baseball Daily Fantasy contests then will expand into other sports such as the NFL.
Breaking News: Vulcun, AlphaDraft eSports Fantasy Sites Confirmed for DFSE
(Gambling911.com Fantasy Sports Wire) - Two of the biggest names in eSports Fantasy Sports – Vulcun and AlphaDraft – have now confirmed they will be speaking at next month’s Daily Fantasy Sports Expo (DFSE) in Miami Beach (August 6-7).
Six Reps From CBS Sports Fantasy on Hand at Daily Fantasy Sports Expo
(Gambling911.com Fantasy Sports Wire) - Jeffrey Koors, Manager of Project Management for Fantasy Products at CBS Sports will speak on project management as it applies to Daily Fantasy Sports affiliate programs. The session will be at the Daily Fantasy Sports Expo, taking place Aug 6-7, 2015 at the Miami Beach Convention Center.
Blackjack Remains a Hot Game Among Celebrities
Over the years online blackjack has proven to be a popular casino game among punters, and it appears that celebrities are not immune to the draw of one of Las Vegas’ most popular table games. Online blackjack information site OnlineBlackjack.com has been reporting on various celebrity encounters for the game over the past year, with washed up golfers and big screen superheroes getting in on the action.
Aaron Paul the Next Hans Solo? He’s Mum at World Series of Poker
“Breaking Bad” star Aaron Paul is rumored to be playing Hans Solo in an upcoming “Star Wars” spinoff. Paul is currently participating in the World Series of Poker Main Event and has yet to respond to said rumors.
He did, however, provide a hint on his Instagram page of the official “Star Wars” handle.
Gambino Crime Family Captain Appeals Guilty Verdict in Murder Over Spilled Drink
A Gambino crime family captain convicted in 2013 for the murder of two bar owners over a spilled drink is appealing the guilty verdict.
Bartolomeo “Bobby Glasses” Vernace was convicted of racketeering conspiracy spanning 1978 through 2011. Charges included heroin trafficking, robbery, loansharking, illegal gambling and the 1981 double homicide of bar owners Richard Godkin and John D’Agnese.
Italian Authorities Seize $1.7 Billion in Real Life ‘Godfather’ Case
Italian authorities have taken control of $1.76 billion from a Sicilian construction company believed to have ties to organized crime in Corleone.
The Corleone name became synonymous with the Italian Mafia thanks to the Francis Ford Coppola classic film “The Godfather” and its two sequels.
Unlike the “Godfather” fictional Coleones, the real-life Mafia family appears less interested in gambling enterprises and more interested in winning contracts of – drum roll please – honest businessmen.
Phil Mickelson Comments on Money Laundering Allegations… Sort of
GULLANE, Scotland (Associated Press) — Five-time major champion Phil Mickelson refused to comment on allegations linking him to an illegal gambling operation, saying Wednesday he is used to being an "object to be discussed."
