Gambling News
Italy has a Billion Dollar Gambling Epidemic
The Daily Beast on Monday reported that the nation of Italy has a billion dollar gambling epidemic, no doubt fueled by the recent explosion of regulated Internet poker.
Major US-Facing Online Gambling Site Confirms Bitcoin Implemenation
Sources close to Gambling911.com have confirmed that one of the bigger names in US-facing online gambling is in the process of developing a Bitcoin platform.
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Patti Hart Purge: IGT Proxy Fight Makes the Wall Street Journal
An intense proxy fight at online gambling behemoth IGT has made it to the pages of the Wall Street Journal.
Mike Matusow Beats Phil Hellmuth in NBC Heads-Up Poker Championship
Mike Matusow beat Phil Hellmuth in the highly anticipated NBC Heads-Up Poker Championship, taking in $750k.
The National Heads Up Championship returned to the Caesars Palace Las Vegas for the period January 24-26, 2013 following a year-long hiatus. This event will be broadcast on NBC.
In a tweet sent out by Matusow, the self-proclaimed “mouth’ pondered his big win.
Mike Matusow @themouthmatusow
Dylan Honeyman Wins 2013 Aussie Millions No Limit Holdem Bounty
The transition from online poker to live poker is an interesting one. It may be the same game, but it’s an entirely different beast. Many people in the online poker community would be familiar with the name Dylan Honeyman, or better yet, by his screen name “WhiteRabbito”. In the live poker world however, Honeyman is virtually unknown. That changed today.
Adrián Mateos Díaz Wins 2013 Estrellas Poker Tour Madrid
After five intense poker action days, the Estrellas Madrid finished with Spanish player Adrián Mateos Díaz as the winner of the event. Andrián Mateos Díaz won the ESPT Madrid event for € 103.000 after making a three-way deal with runner-up Jose Alvarez Alvarez and third-placed Scotland player Richard Milne.
Lock Poker Grind for Glory $1 Million Rake Chase Announced
Lock Poker has announced its Grind For Glory 1 million dollar rake chase Saturday January 26, 2013.
This is a Lock exclusive promotion giving you the chance to win up to $75,000 directly into your account as well as a chance to experience Vegas with the Lock Pros.
Additionally the top position on the leader board gets 1 World Series of Poker ME Buy-in, Helicopter Tour of the Grand Canyon, 10 Hours coaching from any ELITE Pro and Dinner with the LockPROs in Vegas during the WSOP.
Don’t Call It Piracy: Antigua to Begin Copyright-Free US Media Downloads
The tiny Caribbean island of Antigua is set to begin selling copyright-free US movies, DVDs, CDs, games, software a more beginning this coming Monday January 28, 2013.
The move is in response to the USA’s failure to adhere to a World Trade Organization ruling made several years ago in regard to online gambling.
New Sports Betting Film ‘Life On The Line’ Free Screening at LVH (Video)
A new documentary film about sports betting is set to debut nationwide Sunday. ‘Life On The Line’ will be shown as part of a free screening Saturday January 26, 2013 (that’s tomorrow if you are catching this piece from the Gambling911.com home page) at the LVH Sportsbook’s 1500-seat showroom (5 pm Vegas time).
Sheldon Adelson’s Venetian Macau Sues Two Gamblers for $4.5 Mil Over Debts
HONG KONG — (Associated Press) - U.S. billionaire Sheldon Adelson’s flagship Macau casino is suing two mainland Chinese high rollers over debts worth millions in a case that provides a rare glimpse into the VIP culture that powers the gambling enclave.
Rafa Nadal Wins First Poker Tournament
There are some people who simply have winning in their blood. Tennis legend Rafa Nadal is one of those people, and he proved it again Wednesday as he won his very first PokerStars tournament.
Nadal beat out 47 other players in a €10 freeze-out tourney on PokerStars.es. It took him just a little more than two hours to beat the field for a €152.40 first prize.
Chaos at Philly Mob Trial But Jury Resumes Deliberations
PHILADELPHIA (Associated Press) — A jury weighing mob racketeering charges in Philadelphia is back at work after a chaotic week in which two jurors were replaced and a foreman quit the post.
Judge Shipp Sets Feb 8 as Deadline for Response in NJ Sports Betting Suit
Judge Michael Shipp has granted motions to allow all parties in a New Jersey sports betting suit until February 8 to respond to the federal paperwork filed a week earlier.
Americas Cardroom Sets $200k Guaranteed OSS II Main Event
San Jose, Costa Rica – The Main Event to the biggest Online Super Series Americas Cardroom (ACR) has ever hosted gets underway this Sunday January 27th at 7:00pm ET. The $200,000 GTD Prize Pool caps off the largest online poker tournament series that the US facing network has ever put on. OSS II is guaranteeing $1 million in tournament prize pools this year and it is currently on track to surpass the $1 million mark.
Wells Fargo Analysts: Online Gaming Bill Could Save Atlantic City
Could Be a Positive Catalyst for BORGATA, BYD & CZR
Maintaining Existing Recommendations
Paddy Power Projects Slot Machine on Milan Stock Exchange
(Reuters) - Irish bookmaker Paddy Power , known for its provocative advertising and innovative gambling products, projected a slot machine on the Milan stock exchange on Wednesday to promote its expansion in the growing online Italian gambling market.
The Dublin-based group said it aims to become one of the top five online bookmakers this year in the growing Italian market, dominated by local operators Lottomatica, privately owned Sisal, and Snai.
German Federal Court Suspends Internet Gambling Case
The German Federal Court set down a ruling on Thursday suspending its decision related to the legality of its State Treaty of Gaming.
The current online gambling treaty only allows for 20 licensed operators.
Opposition groups and gaming firms have argued that the German restrictions fail to adhere to European Union trade laws.
Ladbrokes Buys Betdaq for €30m
One of the United Kingdom’s biggest bookmakers, Ladbrokes, has agreed to acquire Betdaq from TBH Ltd. in a deal said to be worth €30m. Ladbrokes will also acquire a 10 percent stake in TBH Guernsey Ltd, which is the technology partner of Betdaq for an additional €4m.
Black Diamond Poker Open is Back at Bodog
The popularity of the 2012 Black Diamond Poker Open (BDPO) meant it was an easy decision for Bodog Poker Network to bring it back and make it even more accessible to recreational players. Traditionally, online tournaments are seen as the domain of the seasoned pro but the BDPO is different. The BDPO is designed specifically with new players in mind but also includes a Series for the more advanced as well.
Bitcoin Casino SatoshiDice Results Raise Eyebrows in Online Gambling Sector
The numbers don’t lie. Bitcoin casino SatoshiDice, based out of Dublin, Ireland, has recorded a daily profit of ฿135.96 (£1,527) per day, and those numbers continue to grow as more and more Web gamblers become acquainted with the alternative anonymous online currency.
Not only is Bitcoin a sort of niche currency, SatoshiDice itself falls into the niche category, making these numbers all the more impressive.
Cake Poker Introduces Cake Dice: Will Launch With Games Cee-Lo and 1-4-24
Popular online gaming site, Cake Poker (CakePoker.eu) is introducing Cake Dice, the latest addition to Cake’s growing menu of gaming options including Poker, Casino, Tournament Blackjack, WAR and Russian Roulette. Cake Dice will launch with popular games, Cee-lo and 1-4-24.
EPT Barcelona Wins Tournament of the Year at European Poker Awards
EPT Barcelona Wins Tournament of the Year at European Poker Awards
EPT Barcelona, the first event of European Poker Tour Season 9, won Tournament of the Year at last night’s prestigious GPI European Poker Awards ceremony in Paris.
Atlantic City Casino Billionaire Owner Tilman Fertitta Fined for Gambling
ATLANTIC CITY, N.J. – (Associated Press) - The Texas billionaire who owns Golden Nugget Atlantic City casino has agreed to pay a $15,000 fine.
New Jersey regulators cited Tilman Fertitta for playing blackjack at two Atlantic City casinos last year. That violates a law that bars holders of a key casino employee license from gambling in Atlantic City.
Golden Nugget general manager Tom Pohlman tells the Press of Atlantic City Fertitta feels bad because he didn't know about the ban. Pohlman says Fertitta can gamble in Nevada except at his own casino.
Christie Speaks on Feds Immersing Themselves in NJ Sports Betting Lawsuit
Following news that the Feds will be joining a suit filed by the professional sports leagues and NCAA to prevent legalized sports betting in the state of New Jersey, Governor Chris Christie reacted late Tuesday evening.
Why Legalized Internet Gambling in New Jersey Will Help Boost Atlantic City
On Tuesday night, New Jersey Governor Chris Christie addressed his concerns over legalized Internet gambling in the state, primarily will Web casinos and poker rooms keep gamblers from going to Atlantic City?
Mississippi Exploring Legalized Online Gambling Once Again
One of the least likely states, conservative Mississippi, is once again exploring options to legalize online gambling.
Mississippi considered seriously flawed legislation last year that called for – among other things – allowing cash and credit as deposits with little oversight and the confiscation of inactive funds by the state.
An almost identical bill is being re-introduced by state Rep. Bobby Moak. He once again asserts that legalized online gambling in the state would result in countless numbers of jobs created.
Bitcoin Online Casinos Report Impressive Results: Triple Digit Growth
SatoshiDice.com, the largest bitcoin online casino in terms of overall volume, has reported impressive earnings on the year.
Judge Rejects Lawsuit in Opposition to Expanding Gambling in Maryland
ANNAPOLIS, Md.— (Associated Press) - A Maryland judge has rejected a lawsuit seeking to overturn gambling expansion in Maryland.
Anne Arundel County Circuit Judge Ronald Silkworth released his decision on Tuesday.
Opponents to the ballot question to allow table games like blackjack and a casino in Prince George’s County contended that a majority of registered voters in the state would need to approve the proposal, not just a majority of people who voted on the ballot question in November.
IMEGA Issues Statement on Justice Department Joining NJ Sports Betting Suit
On Tuesday the U.S. Department of Justice filed notice that it is joining the professional sports leagues' and NCAA’s effort to stop New Jersey from instituting sports gambling, thus stacking the deck against the Garden State…or maybe not.
Chris Christie Expresses Concerns Over Legalized Internet Gambling in NJ
Answering a question as to whether he will sign an Internet gambling bill into law by early February, New Jersey Governor Chris Christie expressed apprehension.
Christie took questions live Tuesday night during an “Ask The Governor” session.
