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Former PokerStars Employee Avoids Prison Time

Former PokerStars Employee Avoids Prison Time

A former employee of online gambling company PokerStars pleading guilty Monday in connection with a long-running U.S. criminal case

Submitted by Guest on, Nov/28/2016

Lucky Hearts Poker Open at Seminole Hard Rock to Guarantee $1 Million

Lucky Hearts Poker Open at Seminole Hard Rock to Guarantee $1 Million

$360 Buy-In and $500,000 Guarantee Ultimate Re-Entry Tournament Returns Following a Record-Breaking Turnout of More Than 4,000 Entries in 2016

Submitted by Guest on, Nov/28/2016

Pokemon Go Game Linked to 105 Crimes Including Robberies, Sex Offenses

Pokemon Go Game Linked to 105 Crimes Including Robberies, Sex Offenses

Stats collected over just a one-month period included 6 sexual offenses, 3 drug crimes and 37 robberies

Submitted by Guest on, Nov/28/2016

Philippines Detains Thousands as Part of Crackdown on Internet Gambling

China is concerned over the Philippines' detention of more than a thousand Chinese nationals during a crackdown on online gambling, the Foreign Ministry said on Monday, in what could be a strain for ties that have warmed in recent months.

Submitted by Guest on, Nov/28/2016

‘I Loved Him but I Didn’t Like Him,’ Mother of Slain Mobster Says After Modest Funeral

‘I Loved Him but I Didn’t Like Him,’ Mother of Slain Mobster Says After Modest Funeral

“He was a lost soul and probably did most of the things reported, but I will always love him,” his mother told the press this week.

Submitted by Guest on, Nov/27/2016

Holy S*$% Part I: Monsignor Kevin McAuliffe Siphoned Off $650K From Prayer Funds

Holy S*$% Part I: This Gambling Priest Siphoned Off $650K From Prayer Funds

There may be a reason why many of the world’s faiths frown upon gambling.  In this new series, Gambling911.com examines the often ungodly relationship between the church and gambling activities.

Submitted by Guest on, Nov/26/2016

Americas Cardroom Super Series VIII Kicks Off December 7-18 With $3.1 Mil Prize Pool

Americas Cardroom Super Series VIII Kicks Off

There is still time to take part in the Americas Cardroom Super Series VIII, which kicks off December 7 and completes on December 18 with more than $3 million in prize money to be given away.

Submitted by Guest on, Nov/26/2016

OK Sheriffs Embroiled in Embezzlement, Sexual Assault and Illegal Gambling

This year, at least five Oklahoma sheriffs have found themselves crossways with the law, but they are not unique.

Submitted by Guest on, Nov/25/2016

Gambling Addiction Drove These Deadly Women to Kill

A cold-blooded aunt whose niece helped kill her husband with the promise of payment for a sex change.  A mother and daughter trade a family member for money. 

Submitted by Jagajeet Chiba on, Nov/25/2016

Baazov Still Says He Wants to Buy Amaya Despite Primary Backer Disinterest

Amaya Inc's (AYA.TO) former chief executive David Baazov said he still plans to buy the online gambling firm despite one of his apparent backers saying it had no involvement in the C$3.65 billion ($2.7 billion) bid.

Submitted by Guest on, Nov/24/2016

First Ever Costa Rica Hurricane: Disruptions to Sportsbooks Possible Thanksgiving Day

Hurricane Otto reaches Category 2 strength and makes landfall just above the Costa Rica, Nicaragua border.

Submitted by Guest on, Nov/24/2016

How This Town Became a Hub for Poker and Porn

How This Town Became a Hub for Poker and Porn

This town lost a countless number of jobs, was in need of a new industry and in recent years got one………. porn and poker.

Submitted by Guest on, Nov/23/2016

Huffington Post: The Poker Player Who Wants to Save the World

The Poker Player Who Wants to Save the World

This week, the Huffington Post interviews one of poker’s top female players, someone they describe as a “palpable aura of charisma and self-assurance with a sense of genuine niceness”. 

Submitted by Guest on, Nov/22/2016

Eye On Gaming Head John Kelly to Pay Back $17k in Gambling Debts

Got ‘scared’ after car’s tires were slashed (originally published 5/21/2012)

Submitted by Thomas Somach on, Nov/22/2016

US Stock Indexes Shatter Records; Gaming Companies Rally

Major U.S. stock indexes rose to record highs on Monday, led by big gains in energy companies as the price of crude oil moved sharply higher, which is positive news for the long-struggling energy sector.

Submitted by Guest on, Nov/21/2016

Sands Casino Bethlehem Fined for Mixing Cards From Different Decks

Sands Casino Bethlehem Fined for Mixing Cards From Different Decks

Pennsylvania state regulators are hitting the Sands Casino Resort Bethlehem with more than $22,000 in fines for violating a prohibition against mixing cards from different decks.

Submitted by Guest on, Nov/21/2016

PokerStars Could Make Australia the Latest in Growing List of Restricted Jurisdictions

Australian Poker Players Could Soon be Prohibited From Playing at PokerStars

PokerStars parent company had already stopped sponsoring Aussie Millions tournament

Submitted by Guest on, Nov/21/2016

Goon Bites Off Gambling Protester’s Ear

A group of gamblers brutally attacked a 28-year-old youth after he protested their activities.  One of the members of the gang ultimately bit off the young man’s ear.

Submitted by Guest on, Nov/21/2016

Mobster Lukey DiMatteo Sentenced to 5 Years for $100K Shakedown of Tattoo Parlor

Mobster Lukey DiMatteo Sentenced to 5 Years for $100K Shakedown of Tattoo Parlor

A Colombo mobster has been sentenced to five years prison time for a $100,000 shakedown of a Brooklyn tattoo parlor.

Submitted by Guest on, Nov/20/2016

Honey G at 16-1 Odds to Win X Factor Following Public Outrage

Honey G at 16-1 Odds to Win X Factor Following Public Outrage

Honey G was coming in anywhere from 10-1 odds to 16-1 of winning this season’s UK installment of X Factor. 

Submitted by Guest on, Nov/20/2016

Murdered Mobster Pasquale Barbaro: The Brawl and the Hot Portuguese Girlfriend

Murdered Mobster Pasquale Barbaro: The Brawl and the Hot Portuguese Girlfriend

Police still searching for men who executed mobster outside of Sydney Monday night in hail of bullets as Barbaro's hot girlfriend emerges from the bloodshed with hot spread - see sexy layout

Submitted by Guest on, Nov/18/2016

Seminole Hard Rock Tampa Uses Aerial Filmmaking to Provide Construction Updates

Seminole Hard Rock Tampa Uses Aerial Filmmaking to Provide Construction Updates

As Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Tampa continues with its expansion project, it has opted to use aerial filmmaking to provide construction updates for guests.

Submitted by Guest on, Nov/18/2016

Brazil Senate to Vote on Bill That Would Legalize Online Gambling

The Brazil Senate is set to vote December 7 on the legalization of Internet Gambling in South America’s largest nation.

Submitted by Guest on, Nov/18/2016

Bookies Behaving Badly Part 11: Wu Done It? Forensic Files and The Greek

Bookies Behaving Badly Part 11: Wu Done It? Forensic Files and The Greek

Bookies Behaving Badly is back!  This enormously popular series kicks off the new season with “Wu Done It? Forensic Files and The Greek”.

Submitted by Guest on, Nov/18/2016

10 Worst Regions to be a Bookie Right Now – November 2016

Gambling911.com has your 10 Worst Regions to be a Bookie this month. 

Submitted by Guest on, Nov/17/2016

New Police Taskforce Established to Tackle Underworld Crime Networks in Australia

New Police Taskforce Established to Tackle Underworld Crime Networks in Australia

Following the execution style death of organized crime figure Pasquale Barbaro Monday night near Sydney, Australia, a new police task force has been placed in charge of targeting underworld criminal activity.

Submitted by Guest on, Nov/17/2016

Internet Gambling Prohibition RAWA Could be Inserted in Spending Bill

Internet Gambling Prohibition RAWA Could be Inserted in Spending Bill

Casino magnate and GOP mega donor Sheldon Adelson has been pushing for online gambling prohibition for the last few years and now he may have an opportunity to get legislation passed

Submitted by Guest on, Nov/17/2016

All You Can Eat Thanksgiving Day Bonus at Americas Cardroom Online Poker Site

Stuff your bankroll this Thanksgiving Weekend on Americas Cardroom!  From November 24th to November 27th, Americas Cardroom is running a 4-part All You Can Eat Bonus promotion!

Submitted by Guest on, Nov/17/2016

2016 Thanksgiving Day Sportsbook Bonuses, Promos

Thanksgiving Day means sportsbooks will start offering their unique turkey day bonuses, including our friends at BetPhoenix.

Submitted by Guest on, Nov/17/2016

Important Online Bookie Business Mistakes to Avoid

There are important rules to follow when online bookies are looking to be successful. Find out the top 3 golden rules, and avoid these rookie mistakes.

Submitted by Guest on, Nov/17/2016

Breaking News

Nevada Gaming Board Sued By Crypto.com

The derivatives arm of crypto exchange Crypto.com has sued the Nevada gaming and gambling regulator in the state’s federal court on June 3, claiming it improperly blocked the exchange from offering “derivative contracts that reference sporting events on its federally regulated market.”