Gambling
Brazil's Pedro Bromfman Wins Event #38: $10,000 2-7 Single Draw Championship

The event attracted some of the biggest names in poker, among them Phil Ivey, Daniel Negreanu, Anthony Zinno, Darren Elias, as well as last years winner Farzad Bonyadi.
World Pool Grows 35% at Royal Ascot

There is no disputing just how popular the Royal Ascot has become in recent years. The numbers don't lie. The five-day Royal meeting this year took in a record £168 million bet into the World Pool. It also resulted in the biggest World Pool ever on a British race with £6.6 million wagered on the Coronation Stakes.
Musk Moving DeSantis' 2024 Odds

SportsBetting reports their odds on DeSantis to be elected as the 47th President of the United States moved from 5-1 to 9-2 following Musk's remarks last week that he might vote for him.
Sports Betting Ads Are Out of Control: Could a Crackdown Be Coming?

Unlike in the UK, where an Advertising Standards Authority requires stringent protocol and is not afraid to dole out fines to offenders, the United States is yet to impose such restrictions on language contained within ad spots.
Our Top Pick for Monday June 20: Under on the Yankees-Rays Game

Nestor Cortes with his 1.94 ERA and a 0.93 WHIP, most recently limited the Rays to just one run and is capable of pitching for six innings while Shane McClanahan has allowed New York hitters just 17 in 74 at bats.
Gambling911's Thomas Somach Predicted Sports Betting at Arenas and Stadiums.....20 Years Ago!!!

Decades ago, Somach was hobnobbing with the likes of Desmond Tutu and Phillies great Mike Schmidt. He was also making bold predictions about the future of legalized sports wagering at a time when the Feds were handing out indictments like they were candy.
The 5th AskGamblers Awards Winners’ Names Are Revealed

The 5th AskGamblers Awards Ceremony once again celebrated the best of the best in the iGaming industry, and today - we reveal the names that went home with a title.
How Is Bitcoin Revolutionizing the Online Gambling Industry?

With the growth of cryptocurrencies and the blockchain in general, bitcoin casinos and sports betting sites have also grown to be at the forefront of the virtual gambling industry.
Sterling vs. Dillashaw Fight Odds for UFC 279

Sterling demands pay bump before signing off on this fight however.
SWARC May Be Bowing to Pressure: Get Mobile Sports Betting Up and Running Now

Commission schedules an additional meeting in wake of Governor's scathing letter. Plus: Time is ticking on North Carolina mobile sports betting with July 4 deadline looming.
Michigan Signs Multijurisdictional Poker Agreement: How It Works

A multijurisdictional poker deal has been signed in Michigan, allowing internet poker players to compete in poker across state boundaries. What does it mean? What does it do? And What is the purpose of such an agreement?
Global Gambling Trends: More Regulation On the Horizon

Over the last decade, technology has been a significant driver of the trends in the global gambling industry. Gambling has thrived mainly by drawing from the possibilities of technology that it now wears an identity that is almost inseparable from technology.
Maryland Governor Blasts State's Sports Betting Launch

Hogan is demanding that SWARC set a firm launch date, award licenses on a first-come, first serve basis and prioritize those licenses that are already partnered with Maryland land-based casino operators.
Crypto, Blockchain News: Nguyen Bids Farewell But Still Dedicated to BSV

"I remain a big believer in BSV and the visition for a massively scaled bitcoin protocol to make the world better," Nguyen said. "That will not change and I will continue to be one of BSV's biggest advocates."
Important Numbers to Know Before Betting on Game 6 of the NBA Finals

Home teams in Game 6 have gone 4-7 Against The Spread, which could provide Golden State with a bit of an edge as far as the trends go. The Warriors are a +4 underdog in this one.
2022 Stanley Cup Futures and Betting Action

70.2% on OVER 6 goals to be scored in Game 1
Paddy Power Causing Trouble Again....Praise Jesus They're Back!!!!

Boring Paddy Power has left the building. Enter the old Paddy. An advert for betting firm Paddy Power has been banned for encouraging repetitive gambling.
Sports Betting News: Sports Betting's Prop Queen Kicked Out of Fantasy League in 7th Grade for "Being Too Good"

Plus: Auditors discover Colorado sportsbook operators could have criminal backgrounds, questionable tax practices uncovered.
2022 CWS Champions Anyone's Guess as Four Points Separate Favorite From Team With Longest Odds

The eight-team College World Series tournament is wide open with some solid payout potentials, even for the favorite, starting at $400 for every $100 bet.
Gaming Affiliate News: Conferences, Tools and More

This blog looks at the latest news and innovations coming out of the online gambling affiliate space. Today's news: Two online gambling affiliate websites among those now being blocked in Australia.
Can I Use Bitcoin to Play on an Online Casino From Florida

Miami, in particular, has been leading the pack when it comes to digital currencies. The state itself actually launched a campaign to begin allowing residents to pay their taxes in Bitcoin. Needless-to-say, online casinos look to prosper in his Bitcoin-friendly environment.
How to Get Started at a Bitcoin Sportsbook

If you have limited knowledge about Bitcoin, don’t worry. You can still get started with a Bitcoin sportsbook. In fact, getting started with a Bitcoin sportsbook is so easy, you can do it in five minutes or less.
Crime: Gambling addict jailed after ripping off fellow worshipper for $2.7 million

42-year-old man who defrauded a fellow member of a Perth religious community out of $2.7 million and gambled most of it away has been sentenced to six years and nine months in jail.
UK Tote: Breaking Records, Here's Why

The UK Tote recently added a competitive edge to the traditional fare. Take World Pool races (all Royal Ascot, King George Diamond Day, first 3 days of Goodwood, first 3 days of York Ebor Festival) the overround stands at just 5%, often less
SBC Summit North America: Amani Toomer, Charles Oakley to Speak at Player Protection Symposium

The New York for the Player Protection Symposium on July 12 panel discussion looks to educate industry professionals on the best responsible gambling practices and focuses its discourse on the increasing importance of consumer protection measures.
FanDuel Spokesperson Charles Barkley: Too Much Sports Gambling

NBA commentator Charles Barkley has made no secret of the fact that he loves to gamble, losing $1 million on at least one occasion. He appears on an NBA picks show and in FanDuel commercials. So when Barkley said this week that he believes there is way too much sports gambling, the reaction via Twitter was swift and not flattering towards the former NBA star.
$95 to Fill Up a Car as Gamblers Pumped Over Gas Price Betting

BetOnline boosted its price on gas sitting at Over $5 on June 30 to $30 for every $10 bet (still a steal).
Haste Arcade Raises $1.5M in Oversubscribed Fundraising Round

“We were originally seeking $1MM to lay a good solid foundation for the product/vision and then have some working capital to start testing our assumptions around product/market fit, specifically with marketing outside the ‘crypto’ community,” said Dan Wagner, the co-founder of Haste Arcade.
Bet on the Price of Gas at the end of June 2022 Above $5

What will the US national average gallon of gas on June 30th be? You can bet on the Over/Under $5 at BetOnline (with pricing subject to change, so lock in your bets here now).
What the Hell Happened to the LA Angels? Latest Odds

To say the LA Angels have imploded in recent weeks would be an understatement. Once among the early darlings to make it deep into the 2022 Playoffs, LA has now lost 13 straight.