Gambling

Gambling Addicted Attorney Who Ripped Off 96-Year-Old Woman Gets 46 Months Prison

Disgraced and disbarred attorney John K. Conner lost his appeal and will serve a 46 month prison sentence after being found guilty of draining the bank account of a 96-year-old woman to fuel his gambling addiction.

Submitted by Jagajeet Chiba on, Apr/30/2020

Save the Dates, 23-24 June - Sports Betting & Casino North America (Virtual Conference)

Save the Dates, 23-24 June - Sports Betting & Casino North America (Virtual Conference)

The team at GamingAmericas.com (part of Hipther Agency), is honored to announce the launch of Sports Betting & Casino Summit North America. The inaugural edition which will take place between 23-24 June, will be hosted in a virtual layout while paving the way for a live conference in 2021.

Submitted by Press Release on, Apr/30/2020

Bookmaking Services for Pay Per Head

Bookmaking Services for Pay Per Head

Find a Pay per head bookmaking service that will jumpstart your sports wagering business. Now is the time to make the most out of what is happening in the world and find a new lease on life. Many have the idea that gamblers are not gambling, this is a misnomer a HUGE misnomer.

Submitted by C Costigan on, Apr/30/2020

More Mobsters Being Released From Prison Due to Coronavirus

More Mobsters Being Released From Prison Due to Coronavirus

Daniel (Shrek) Capaldo, a Staten Islander and alleged Colombo crime family associate, and Eugene (Boobsie) Castelle, a Staten Island man and reputed soldier in the Lucchese organized crime family, were released from a Staten Island prison out of fear they might catch the coronavirus.

Submitted by Jagajeet Chiba on, Apr/29/2020

Famed Pro Sports Bettor Billy Walters to be Released From Prison

Famed Pro Sports Bettor Billy Walters to be Released From Prison

73-year-old professional sports bettor Billy Walters is expected to be released from a federal prison this weekend in the midst of the coronavirus pandemic.

Submitted by Jagajeet Chiba on, Apr/29/2020

Can Colorado sports betting rival New Jersey?

Can Colorado sports betting rival New Jersey?

The upcoming launch of legal sports betting in Colorado is much anticipated.

Submitted by Payton on, Apr/29/2020

Governor Cuomo on New York Sports Return: “Why Not?”

Governor Cuomo on New York Sports Return: “Why Not?”

Amongst many things that New York is famous for around the world are its sports franchises.  NFL teams such as the Giants or Buffalo Bills, the NBA’s Knicks, the New York Yankees and many more sports teams that have a fan base that extends not only across America, but around the world.

Submitted by Payton on, Apr/29/2020

What We Should Know Now That Draftkings Went Public, Colts $10K Super Bowl Bet

What We Should Know Now That Draftkings Went Public, Colts $10K Super Bowl Bet

DraftKings Inc. went public on Friday despite there being little in the way of any sports.  So where do we go from here?

Submitted by Ean Lamb on, Apr/28/2020

These Are the 17 Sports Apps Coming to Colorado

These Are the 17 Sports Apps Coming to Colorado

Fans will have their pick of FanDuel, DraftKings, BetRivers, PointsBet and a host of other sports wagering sites when legal gambling kicks off this Friday May 1 in Colorado.

Submitted by Aaron Goldstein on, Apr/28/2020

Gambling Ads Shut Down During Pandemic, Virtual Sports Betting Takes Off

Gambling Ads Shut Down During Pandemic, Virtual Sports Betting Takes Off

UK betting firms have put a stop to advertising of online gambling sites while the coronavirus pandemic continues.

Submitted by Gilbert Horowitz on, Apr/27/2020

Muted and Vacant: Las Vegas Struggles to Survive

Slot machines are powered down, casinos boarded up and barricaded.  Sidewalks are largely deserted and electronic marquees that once flashed neon calls for nightclubs, magic shows and topless revues instead beam somber messages of safety.

Submitted by Associated Press on, Apr/27/2020

Inaugural SBC Digital Summit Underway, US Lottery Industry Under Siege from Covid19 Outbreak

Inaugural SBC Digital Summit Underway,  US Lottery Industry Under Siege from Covid19 Outbreak

Lottery executives from around the U.S. will come together as part of the Lottery Day at the SBC Digital Summit to host a session “State of Play -- U.S. Lotteries During the Coronavirus.”

Submitted by Press Release on, Apr/27/2020

MGM Cancels All Vegas May Reservations

MGM Cancels All Vegas May Reservations

Whether Las Vegas opens or not in the coming weeks, MGM will not be.  That property has announced it will cease taking reservations for the month of May.

Submitted by Aaron Goldstein on, Apr/26/2020

Things You Need to Know About the Pay Per Head

Things You Need to Know About the Pay Per Head

Pay per head bookies in 2020 are smart bookies for one reason; they keep their clients loyal. If you want a loyal client base you must sign-on with a fantastic PPH provider.  Many people think the PPH business is complicated and difficult. This is a misnomer that couldn’t be further from the truth.

Submitted by C Costigan on, Apr/24/2020

Get the Best, From the Best Pay Per Head

Get the Best, From the Best

As the old saying goes, “The Best Things in Life are Free”. Are they? Sometimes. This old saying is certainly not always true, however, there are a few cases when it is true and when it comes to the gaming industry you must look for the freebies and the best value for your money.

Submitted by C Costigan on, Apr/24/2020

Treasure Island in Vegas Makes Plans to Open Mid-May

Treasure Island in Vegas Makes Plans to Open Mid-May

A major hotel-casino on the Las Vegas Strip is making plans to reopen in three weeks - if the governor lifts his closure order involving the coronavirus outbreak.

Submitted by Associated Press on, Apr/24/2020

Why Are CS: GO Gambling Sites Rising in Popularity?

Why Are CS: GO Gambling Sites Rising in Popularity?

The Counter Strike Global Offensive that came like many other games before it has become so famous that it has changed the course of video gaming, attracting more than 700,000 players per month all over the world.

Submitted by Payton on, Apr/23/2020

CNN Interview With Las Vegas Mayor Goodman Goes Off The Rails

Las Vegas Mayor Carolyn Goodman is not beating around the bush when she says she wants her city open for business.

Submitted by Jagajeet Chiba on, Apr/22/2020

U.S. Regulatory Update Session Kicks Off BOSA Track at SBC Digital Summit

U.S. Regulatory Update Session Kicks Off BOSA Track at SBC Digital Summit

The effects of Covid-19 on the regulatory progress of sports betting in the United States will be the first panel discussion on the Betting on Sports America (BOSA) track at the upcoming SBC Digital Summit, which takes place April 27 - May 1.

Submitted by Press Release on, Apr/22/2020

Watch Las Vegas Mayor: 'We'll Find Out the Facts After We Open the City'

Watch Las Vegas Mayor: 'We'll Find Out the Facts After We Open the City'

Speaking to MSNBC's Katy Tur on Tuesday, Las Vegas Mayor Carolyn Goodman advocated for opening the city.

Submitted by Aaron Goldstein on, Apr/22/2020

Gambling On Esports Will Double To $14 Billion In 2020

Gambling On Esports Will Double To $14 Billion In 2020

Esports, certainly not immune to the coronavirus pandemic, has mostly been thriving as many events can still be played minus the spectators.  Some of the major competitions have been postponed.  But there is great news for the sector when it comes to gambling.

Submitted by Ean Lamb on, Apr/21/2020

Oklahoma Governor Announces Gambling Deal With 2 Tribes

Oklahoma Governor Announces Gambling Deal With 2  Tribes

Oklahoma Gov. Kevin Stitt announced Tuesday he reached a deal with two Native American tribes to increase the state’s share of revenue from new casinos, but the governor still remains locked in a legal dispute over gambling with 10 other tribes.

Submitted by Associated Press on, Apr/21/2020

How to Make a Sportsbook Website

If you are looking to make a sportsbook website, then the first thing would be to sign up with one of the various pay per head providers in the market.

Submitted by C Costigan on, Apr/21/2020

Colorado Eyes May 1 to Kick Off Sports Betting.....Without Sports

Colorado Eyes May 1 to Kick Off Sports Betting.....Without Sports

The state of Colorado is set to allow sports betting beginning May 1 despite the lack of sports currently available due to the coronavirus pandemic. 

Submitted by Gilbert Horowitz on, Apr/21/2020

Have a More Pleasant Betting Experience

There are thousands of different sportsbooks all over the world, and many ways to run them and show them to the public, even though the final goal is the same for all. T

Submitted by C Costigan on, Apr/20/2020

Looking for Pay Per Head Providers?

Bookies are looking for answers, especially in these times. The world may be changing and the way we all do business may be changing but nothing lasts forever, and we have one constant; gamblers are still gambling. The most important thing that you can do as a bookie right now is to give your clients accessibility.

Submitted by C Costigan on, Apr/20/2020

Lottery Leaders to Address COVID-19 Crisis at SBC Digital Summit

Lottery Leaders to Address COVID-19 Crisis at SBC Digital Summit

High-profile figures from major European lotteries and US state lotteries are set to participate in the SBC Digital Summit to share their experiences of adapting to the new market conditions brought about by the COVID-19 pandemic.

Submitted by Press Release on, Apr/20/2020

eSports Gets National Attention as Covid-19 Shuts Down Most Sports

eSports Gets National Attention as Covid-19 Shuts Down Most Sports

"Covid-19 is showing us how resilient [esports] is, the fact that it can be operated from anywhere," said Ben Lenihan, the president of the New Zealand Esports Federation (NZESF).

Submitted by Alistair Prescott on, Apr/19/2020

Tennessee Sportsbooks Guaranteed At Least a 10 Percent Hold

Tennessee Sportsbooks Guaranteed At Least a 10 Percent Hold

Sports bettors in Tennessee might not like the idea that they can only claim a maximum of 90% their original stake.  

Submitted by Aaron Goldstein on, Apr/19/2020

Massive Brooklyn Gambling Party Busted Despite Covid-19 Orders

Massive Brooklyn Gambling Party Busted Despite Covid-19 Orders

What was at first thought to be a video shoot turned out to be a massive party that featured illegal gambling.  As many as 60 people turned out to the Canarsie, Brooklyn event in violation of New York Governor Andrew Cuomo's "New York State on Pause" orders.

Submitted by Jagajeet Chiba on, Apr/19/2020

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Top Betting Markets - May 16 - Free Picks Now 7-1-1

The Boston Celtics vs. New York Knicks Game 6 of the 2025 NBA Playoffs is your hot betting market this evening.  New York leads the series 3-2 and could eliminated the Celtics, who are without Jayton Tatum.  Over $71 million has been bet on this series at Kalshi alone thus far.