Gambling News
Valve Hit With Illegal Gambling Lawsuit
State tribe claims Valve helps in facilitating scams and unfair gambling
Televised Poker Coming to Ohio in April
Columbus, OH - To date, the state of Ohio has never held a nationally televised poker tournament. That will change in a matter of weeks. Hollywood Casino Columbus is set to host the renowned Heartland Poker Tour (HPT) April 18-29.
Multiple Bingo Halls Raided in Alabama
More than a dozen individuals were arrested following the raids of four illegal Bingo halls in Alabama this week, all in Jefferson County.
'Sports Betting is Part of the Discussions' Florida Senate President Bill Galvano Says
Senate President Bill Galvano says he is optimistic about revamping a gambling agreement, known as a “compact,” between the Seminols and the state.
Justice Department has Two Weeks to Clarify its Stance on Web Gambling
A federal judge on Thursday gave the U.S. Justice Department two weeks to clarify its stance on laws regulating internet gambling after hearing arguments from New Hampshire officials in a case with potential implications for the future of state lotteries and the programs, often educational, that they fund.
Sports Betting Tips and How You Can Have a Better Chance of Winning
Sports entertainment on its own can be very exciting and fulfilling. What makes watching sports more interesting these days is when it starts to include the opportunity for you to win money.
Monmouth Park’s Dennis Drazin latest to join Sports Betting Hall of Fame
Dennis Drazin of Monmouth Park racecourse is to be the third industry stalwart to be inducted into the Sports Betting Hall of Fame.
Should Universities Get Cut of College Sports Betting? LSU’s President Says Maybe
Should the state of Louisiana opt to legalize sports betting, they may need to give a cut to the likes of LSU.
The Missing Millions: States Await Gambling Windfall From Sports Betting
ProPublica Illinois has an excellent piece on the expected windfall tied to newly allowed gambling activity and why it might be a long wait.
New Photo Released of Missing Icelandic Poker Pro
A new photo of a missing Icelandic poker pro has been released by Ireland's gardaí.
AC Casino Profits See Nosedive
ATLANTIC CITY — Casino profits fell by more than 15% in Atlantic City in 2018, a year in which the downsized market reopened two shuttered gambling halls, according to figures released Monday.
Ohio Takes First Steps to Legalize Sports Betting
Ohio state Reps. Dave Greenspan, R-Westlake, and Brigid Kelly, D-Cincinnati on Tuesday introduced a bill that would legalize sports wagering in the Buckeye State.
Seminole Hard Rock Named Top “Employer of Choice” in Gaming Industry for Fourth Year in a Row
Results of the latest Casino Gaming Executive Satisfaction Survey have further cemented the top spot of Seminole Hard Rock as the clear “Employer of Choice” among the industry’s 34 casino companies or standalone casinos.
Grand Casino Poker Room Massive Expansion Underway
While Poker rooms are on the drop in Latin America, Grand Casino Escazu in Costa Rica hopes to change all that. The new expansion and renovations of the Casino and Poker room will be the ultimate poker destination in Central America.
Ivonne Montealegre Joins Forces With Malta Poker Championships, G911 Goes 4-1 in MLB (Podcast)
Our good friend Ivonne Montelegre is joining forces with another amazing poker tournament event and the St. Louis Cardinals come through big for us Monday night with a win over the Dodgers. It's all part of the Gambling911 News Mishmash.
Casino-Operating Tribes Influence Sports Betting Debate
Native American tribes have emerged as key players in the legislative debates over whether states should legalize sports betting, with some opposing the idea because it could threaten their casinos and others supporting legalization but only if they retain a monopoly.
Finding the Right Bookie for the Perfect Betting Experience
Who doesn’t love to bet on sports, and better yet, who doesn’t love to bet on sports this time of the year? Of course, we all love football and we are waiting for August to come calling.
Betting on Sports America Hits Major Leagues With Sporting Delegates
Teams from all of the major professional sports leagues across the US are flocking to Betting on Sports America, the biggest dedicated sports betting trade show in the country taking place at the Meadowlands Exposition Center in New Jersey from 23-25 April.
Radio Host Who Gambled Away Nearly $7 Million From Ticket Scheme Sentenced
Sports radio personality Craig Carton was sentenced to 3½ years in prison Friday by a longtime fan and listener — the judge — for a ticket reselling scam that ended his decade-long broadcast partnership with ex-NFL quarterback Boomer Esiason.
Emmert: NCAA Committed to Prohibiting Athletes From Gambling
As legalized wagering on sports spreads, the NCAA remains adamant about prohibiting college athletes from betting.
Casino Company Las Vegas Sands Announces Singapore Expansion
Casino company Las Vegas Sands says it’ll spend $3.3 billion to expand its property in Singapore by adding an entertainment arena, new hotel tower and more convention space.
G911 Talks Bitcoin SV With NChain's Jimmy Nguyen: Is Dr. Craig Wright Really Satoshi Nakamoto? (Podcast)
We caught up with NChain CEO and Bitcoin President Jimmy Nguyen during a recent visit to Miami Beach to talk all things cryptocurrency, and in particular Bitcoin SV (also known as Bitcoin Satoshi Vision).
Bitcoin Price Shoots Up Past $5200 as Part of Three-Day Rally
The price of the cryptocurrency Bitcoin rose past $5200 by 4 pm EST Wednesday, continuing a three-day rally.
NFL’s ‘Great Dane’ and Better Collective Ambassador Morten Andersen to Speak at Betting on Sports America
Morten Andersen, who holds the all-time record for most games played in the NFL, will be delivering a keynote speech at this month’s Betting on Sports America conference, held from 23-25 April at the Meadowlands Exposition Center in New Jersey.
eSports.com AG Files for Insolvency: Another ICO Fail
eSports.com AG, a German content website and cryptocurrency effort, has filed for insolvency.
Bitcoin Price Spike Blamed on April Fool's Joke?
Bitcoin has one of its best days in many months, up more than 16%
High Five Tournament Series April 17-21 Features $1.3 Million Prize Pool (Listen)
Smoke your opponents in this 420-friendly tournament
A Year After #MeToo Scandal, Wynn Resorts Faces Regulators
Wynn Resorts has taken laudable steps to transform a culture that allowed sexual misconduct complaints against its founder to remain hidden for decades, women’s rights advocates and business experts say.
Oldest Living Mobster And "Deep Throat" Financier Behind Bars: 'Jesus Suffered. He Didn't Squeal on Nobody'
John “Sonny” Franzese, now 102 and living in a nursing home, was the oldest serving federal prisoner at age 100
Political Betting Markets Now Favor Buttigieg as Biden Falls Out of Favor
Second woman steps forward to say former VP touched her inappropriately
