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Honolulu Little League World Series Odds - Payout is $1000

Honolulu Little League World Series Odds - Payout is $1000

Honolulu beat favorites Massapequa Coast Friday night to advance to Monday's game against Pearland, Texas, at 1 p.m.  Honolulu and the West Region pay out $1000 for every $100 bet should they win this year's Little League World Series.

Submitted by Don Shapiro on, Aug/20/2022

BetOnline Releases Brittney Griner Support Map by State

BetOnline Releases Brittney Griner Support Map by State

Griner, who plays in the WNBA for the Phoenix Mercury, was detained in Russia shortly after the Russian/Ukraine war began on February 17, 2022. 

Submitted by Don Shapiro on, Aug/20/2022

Where Can I Bet the NASCAR Cup Championship From My State?

Where Can I Bet the NASCAR Cup Championship From My State?

No matter which state you live - with the exceptions of NJ, PA and Nevada - BetOnline is available to take all your NASCAR betting action, and they offer up to a $1000 welcome bonus to boot.

Submitted by Don Shapiro on, Aug/20/2022

Entain Awarded Socially Responsible Operator of the Year Just Weeks Before £17mn Fine for Failing to Adhere to Social Responsibility

Entain Awarded Socially Responsible Operator of the Year

Prochaska, in his interview with the BBC, said he does not believe anything will change much.  "I am worried that they and other operators in this industry see these fines as simply the cost of doing business."

Submitted by Nagesh Rath on, Aug/19/2022

FanDuel, DraftKings Scale Back on Marketing Ahead of New Football Season... With Some Exceptions

FanDuel, DraftKings Scale Back on Marketing Ahead of New Football Season... With Some Exceptions

“I think what we’re seeing is, everyone is looking around going ‘Hang on, it’s gone too far,’” BetMGM Chief Executive Adam Greenblatt told the New York Post. “We need to make money. The market, frankly, is expecting us and others to make money.”

Submitted by C Costigan on, Aug/19/2022

An Overview of Africa's Profitable Gambling Nations

An Overview of Africa's Profitable Gambling Nations

One thing that's common to all Africans is a passion for sports. They like participating, watching, and betting on them. Given that Africa is the second-largest continent in the world, we wanted to make a list of African countries that stand out in the gambling market. 

Submitted by Payton on, Aug/19/2022

Illegal Poker Den Took in Up to $2,000 a Night

Illegal Poker Den Took in Up to $2,000 a Night

Named in the warrant was one David B. Stern, 31, of Thomaston.  He was known by the name "The Club Hou$e" and would regularly promote the games through the Facebook group, CT Valley Poker Players. 

Submitted by Nagesh Rath on, Aug/18/2022

Penn National Agrees to Acquire Rest of Barstool Sports

Penn National Agrees to Pay $387 Million More to Buy the Remaining 50% of Barstool Sports

Penn is buying the sports entertainment and gambling company outright, having already paid $163 million for a 36% prior ownership.  This brings the valuation to $450 million.

Submitted by Gilbert Horowitz on, Aug/18/2022

Netherlands aim to limit gambling ads

Netherlands aim to limit gambling ads

The Dutch government is putting a stop to the torrent of gambling ads that flooded Dutch citizens. After opening the market in October 2021, casinos and sportsbooks have been vying over (potential) Dutch players.

Submitted by Aaron Goldstein on, Aug/18/2022

Kansas Sports Betting by September 8, Entourage Actor Jerry Ferrara Joins the BetMGM Team

Kansas Sports Betting by September 8, Entourage Actor Jerry Ferrara Joins the BetMGM Team

No word yet if retail or online sports betting, or both, are set to launch on that date.

Submitted by Aaron Goldstein on, Aug/18/2022

"Cleansed" Offshore Sportsbooks Will Be Welcome in Newly Regulated Ontario Market

"Cleansed" Offshore Sportsbooks Will Be Welcome in Newly Regulated Ontario Market

Plus Right Angle Sports looks at the pros and cons of modeling and power rating adjustments.  And Catena Media Reports continued strength in North America mmid more restrictions elsewhere.  Also: BetCRIS coming to the Hard Rock as SBC Summit Latinoamérica premium sponsor this November 1-3.

Submitted by Aaron Goldstein on, Aug/18/2022

Cocca’s Pizza, Irish Bob’s Pub, Steel Valley Entertainment Among Dozen Plus to Get Sports Betting Licenses in Ohio

Cocca’s Pizza,  Irish Bob’s Pub, Steel Valley Entertainment Among Dozen Plus to Get Sports Betting Licenses in Ohio

Some dozen venues just got approved by the Ohio Casino Control Commission in recent days, including pizzarias.

Submitted by Aaron Goldstein on, Aug/18/2022

Blockchain and Metaverse Expert Agency CoinPoint Sign a Strategic Partnership

Blockchain and Metaverse Expert Agency CoinPoint Sign a Strategic Partnership

Plus EU’s new AML watchdog spells trouble for ‘crypto’ crooks

Submitted by Aaron Goldstein on, Aug/18/2022

Former Indiana State Senator Sentenced in Casino Scheme

A former Indiana state senator and a longtime casino executive were sentenced Wednesday to federal prison terms for their roles in a scheme that illegally funneled gambling company money to the politician's unsuccessful 2016 congressional campaign.

Submitted by Associated Press on, Aug/17/2022

Entain Receives Historic £17mn Fine

Entain Receives Historic £17mn Fine

The company has admitted wrongdoing though it appears to be shifting blame towards previous owners....and continues to do so three years later.  Helen Thomas of the Financial Times calls them out.

Submitted by Jagajeet Chiba on, Aug/17/2022

NJ Sports Betting Handle Falls 16%

NJ Sports Betting Handle Falls 16%

The New Jersey Division of Gaming Enforcement show that the casinos in total won just shy of $299 million from in-person gamblers, slightly more than the $277 million won pre-pandemic in July 2019.

Submitted by Gilbert Horowitz on, Aug/17/2022

MLB Picks, Predictions & Best Baseball Betting Odds [Wednesday August 17]

There are a half-dozen afternoon games in MLB on Wednesday as teams get ready to travel after the contestes. 

Submitted by Dan Shapiro on, Aug/17/2022

Vanderbilt vs. Hawai'i Week 0 Game Spread

Vanderbilt is a -9.5 road favorite heading into Game Day.  The line on this game had shot up 3 points through the month of August.

Submitted by Dan Shapiro on, Aug/17/2022

What is Public Money vs Sharp Money in Sports Betting?

What is Public Money vs Sharp Money in Sports Betting?

In this nearly 5 minute quick but informative vidoe, host Gary Segars walks bettors through the difference in Public Money and Sharp Money in sports gambling.

Submitted by Don Shapiro on, Aug/17/2022

Lula da Silva Still -275 Favorite to be Next Brazil President: Says Jair Bolsonaro "Possessed by the Devil"

Plus Murkowski, Palin advance in Alaska elections and former Mike Pence now says he is willing to testify before the January 6 committee probing 2021 Capitol insurection.

Submitted by Gilbert Horowitz on, Aug/17/2022

Pokemon World Championship Betting Odds Now Available

Pokemon World Championship Betting Odds Now Available

Betting on the 2022 Pokémon UNITE World Championship tournament have been released by our friends at BetOnline with Nouns Esports promising a payout of $45 for every $10 bet or $450 for every $100 bet.

Submitted by Alistair Prescott on, Aug/17/2022

Val Demings Payout Odds to Win Florida Senate $800 on $100 Bet: Ahead of Rubio?

Val Demings Payout Odds to Win Florida Senate $800 on $100 Bet: Ahead of Rubio?

Demings, a former Orlando police chief and current congresswoman, has 4% lead over Rubio in the Senate race, according to The University of North Florida poll. It's one of two recent polls that show the former Orlando police chief and current congresswoman ahead.

Submitted by Gilbert Horowitz on, Aug/17/2022

Charged Sportsbook Operator Accused of Extortion: “Tell Him I’m Going to Put Him Under the F------g Bridge"

Charged Sportsbook Operator Accused of Extortion: “Tell Him I’m Going to Put Him Under the F------g Bridge"

8 New York crime family members are facing charges of racketeering, illegal gambling, money laundering conspiracy, obstruction of justice, and related offenses.

Submitted by Jagajeet Chiba on, Aug/17/2022

Cheney Loses to Hagerman: "Now the Real Work Begins"

Cheney Loses to Hagerman: "Now the Real Work Begins"

Wyoming Congresswoman Liz Cheney, a leader in the Republican resistance to former President Donald Trump, was fighting to save her seat in the House on Tuesday.

Submitted by C Costigan on, Aug/16/2022

Former Trump Attorney Michael Cohen Says the Mar-A-Lago Mole is Jared Kushner: Latest Odds

Michael Cohen Says the Mar-A-Lago Mole is Jared Kushner

"It is someone in his immediate family," Cohen said.  "It has to be someone in his inner circle."

Submitted by Nagesh Rath on, Aug/16/2022

Mike Matusow Wants to do a Podcast Where He Smokes Pot and Takes Phone Calls

Mike Matusow Wants to do a Podcast Where He Smokes Pot and Takes Phone Calls

He's also doing a Q&A on Reddit called "Ask Me Anything".....and as one would expect, it's turning into a bit of a trainwreck.

Submitted by Nagesh Rath on, Aug/16/2022

Can I Bet the Little League World Series on the Caesars Sportsbook App?

Can I Bet the Little League World Series on the Caesars Sportsbook App?

Caesars Sportsbook prohibits betting on youth events such as the Little League World Series.  Other popular sportsbooks like long established BetOnline have zero qualms about taking bets on the Little League World Series and have already released odds for 2022 (Wed, Aug 17, 2022 – Sun, Aug 28, 2022).

Submitted by Ean Lamb on, Aug/16/2022

What Are the Sports Betting Laws in USA and Canada?

What Are the Sports Betting Laws in USA and Canada?

When setting up a bookie business, you'll need to know the sports betting laws in depth. Here's a brief rundown on the laws in the USA and Canada.

Submitted by C Costigan on, Aug/16/2022

What Are the Biggest Business Blunders Online Bookie Software Will Help Prevent?

As a bookie, mistakes can be costly. Having the right online bookie software can help minimize potential blunders. Here's how.

Submitted by C Costigan on, Aug/16/2022

Joe Flacco Expected to Start for the Jets in Week 1 vs. His Old Team the Ravens

Joe Flacco Expected to Start for the Jets in Week 1 vs. His Old Team the Ravens

With Zach Wilson’s knee surgery today now considered a success and with the team not willing to bring him back until he’s fully ready, Jets’ QB Joe Flacco is in line to start the regular-season opener vs. his former Ravens team, according to Adam Schefter of ESPN.

Submitted by Ean Lamb on, Aug/16/2022

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Sports Betting Software in Alabama and Georgia

With the US Supreme Court abolishing sports betting prohibition back in May of 2018, everybody wants to be a bookie.  And now they can, with state-of-the-art sports betting software that is available to Georgia and Alabama residents.