Gambling
Foxwoods Casino Patron Shot by Police, Dies After Falling Four Floors
An unidentified Foxwoods Casino patron was pronounced dead after being shot by police and falling four floors from a parking garage.
Maryland Lottery Officials Inflated $262 Million Contract, Sacrificed Education
Maryland lottery officials inflated a $262 million, eight-year information technology contract for monitoring wagers to include kinds of internet gambling that aren't allowed under state law, according to one of the losing bidders.
The Casino ‘Millennial’ Problem a Myth?
Casinos have been attempting to address their so-called “Millennial” problem but an article published by Motley Fool on Tuesday suggests there is no Millennial casino problem.
Revel Casino to Rebrand as Ten in 1st quarter of 2017
Atlantic City's former Revel casino resort plans to reopen next year under the name Ten.
Former NBA Commish to Proclaim Support for Legalized Sports Betting Next Week
Speaking before the Global Gaming Expo next week in Las Vegas, former NBA Commissioner David Stern is expected to proclaim his support for expansion of legal sports betting.
Sex Parlor Suspects Laundered Cash Through WinStar World Casino
Fifteen women arrested last month for running brothels and Korean message parlors in the Dallas, Texas area were members of a multimillion-dollar prostitution ring, according to court documents.
FIFA YouTuber Charged With Promoting Online Gambling to Minors
A popular YouTube personality has been charged with promoting unlawful gambling in the UK to minors.
New Daily Fantasy Sports Firm Sportito Dives Into UK Market
The latest entry into the European Daily Fantasy Sports market promises to cover 40 different football leagues and entry fees as low as £2.
Daughter of Late Mobster John Gotti Home Raided by FBI
Victoria Gotti, the daughter of late mob boss John Gotti, had her home raided for the second time by the feds in so many weeks.
Long Live the NFL Teaser Bet for ANY 2016 Season Game
Gaining a vast degree of control is one of the main reasons for the allure of NFL teasers among football bettors all across the United States.
TV Networks Should Embrace Legalized Sports Betting Says AGA
Nevada’s powerful American Gaming Association says that cable television networks should now embrace legal forms of sports betting, citing a Nielsen survey providing ample reason to do so.
TopBet Downgraded Following $1188 Payout Complaint
TopBet Sportsbook has been downgraded by the bookmaking grading website SportsbookReview.com.
Reid Claim ‘Human Leech” Trump Unable to Secure NV Gaming License Proves False
Senate Minority Leader Harry Reid (D-Nev.) says GOP nominee and casino magnate Donald Trump had a history of mismanaging casinos that would have prevented him from operating in the state of Nevada.
First Charges Filed Against Video Game Gambling
Two men have been charged in what is believed to be the first prosecution involving gambling in video games.
Online Gambling to Approach $1 Trillion by 2021
UK-based Research firm Juniper says online gambling was set to approach $950 billion by 2021
Online Gambling Hating Philippines President Reportedly Ordered Killings of 1000
Philippines President Rodrigo Duterte reportedly ordered the killings of approximately 1000 dissidents, criminals and opponents when he was still a city mayor, claims hitman Edgar Matobato.
Bookie in 2000 Match-Fixing Scandal Arrested in London
Sanjeev Chawla, the key accused in the 2000 match-fixing scandal, has been arrested in London following India's request.
Brendan Fevola Goes on Another Gambling, Booze Bender
Troubled former AFL turned reality star Brendan Fevola is back in the news for going on another alcohol and gambling fueled bender.
Computer Geek Fined for Role in $103M Illegal Hell's Angels Betting Ring
A computer geek with alleged ties to the motorcycle gang, the Hell’s Angels, will have to pay a $400,000 fine for his involvement in a massive $103 million illegal gambling ring.
Adelson’s Paris-Themed Casino Coming to Macau
The southern Chinese casino gambling powerhouse of Macau is getting a French twist.
Dying Mobster Gets 33 Months Prison in Extortion Case
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Is the So-Called ‘Crack Cocaine’ of Gambling Really More Addictive
We have heard the terminology used quite a bit in recent years, particularly in the UK. It’s the “crack cocaine of gambling” or fixed odds betting terminals that make people bet more and more and more.
ESPN Fantasy App Fumbles
ESPN’s Fantasy Sports app crashed during one of the biggest days of the year, the premier of the new NFL season.
Asian Investors Bet on Vegas for Chinese Tourism
Sin City and Asian investors are going all in on Chinese tourism as some of Las Vegas’ latest developments on and off the Strip target Chinese nationals and Chinese-Americans.
BetPhoenix Celebrates Teaser Blowout: 2T Teaser Even Money
Just in time for the new 2016 NFL season, Gambling911.com-endorsed BetPhoenix has unveiled its new website and has announced ten unique bonus offers/special promotions that will debut over a period of ten days
What Is Live In-Play Wagering?
Live in-play wagering, simply put, is the ability to bet on every play of the game while it is in progress in order to provide the most interactive betting experience on sports and some major nonsporting events.
Gambling Board Votes to Ban Reputed Philly Mob Boss Merlino
Pennsylvania's gambling board is barring the flamboyant alleged head of the Philadelphia Mafia "” who's currently facing racketeering charges "” from all casinos in the state.
Gambling Fool Blows $1 Million on Lottery Tickets
Adam Osmond was a convenience store owner in Connecticut who suffered from a compulsive gambling addiction that cost him thousands of dollars each week, his business and his family.
Online Gambling Site BetOnline.ag Says Goodbye To Bitcoin Deposit Fees
Tuesday afternoon online gaming giant - BetOnline.ag - made a policy change that is sure to please many of their players. Effective immediately, there are no longer any fees associated with Bitcoin deposits.
Violent Behavior Tied to Gambling Study Finds: Nearly Half Used Weapons
A new UK study appearing in the journal Addiction has found that men who gamble are more likely to have regular violent outbursts.
