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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

BetOnline Quarantine Challenge, Quarterfinals: Milk & Cookies

BetOnline Quarantine Challenge, Quarterfinals: Milk & Cookies

The field consists of Joey Chestnut, the #1-ranked eater in the world and 12-time winner of the Nathan’s Famous Fourth of July Hot Dog Eating Contest; Matt Stonie (255 Peeps in five minutes); Darron Breeden (528 oysters in eight minutes); world-renowned chugging champion Badlands Booker; Miki Sudo, the #1-ranked female eater in the world; Gideon Oji (25 lbs of kale salad in eight minutes); Michelle Lesco (176 gyoza in 10 minutes); and Nick Wehry (11 lbs of strawberry shortcake in eight minutes).

Submitted by C Costigan on, Apr/19/2020

Wynn Calls for Reopening of Nevada and Vegas Strip, Face Masks Will be Nightmare

Wynn Calls for Reopening of Nevada and Vegas Strip, Face Masks Will be Nightmare

Wynn Resorts Ltd. Chief Executive Officer Matt Maddox is calling for parts of the Nevada economy to reopen followed by the Vegas Strip, all by Memorial Day.

Submitted by Aaron Goldstein on, Apr/19/2020

Professional Gamblers May Be Able to Claim Benefits During Pandemic

Professional Gamblers May Be Able to Claim Benefits During Pandemic

With Nevada closing down casinos over the past few weeks due to the coronavirus pandemic, professional gamblers may now be able to collect benefits from the US Government.

Submitted by Gilbert Horowitz on, Apr/18/2020

This Casino Bartender Faces Felony for Undercharging Drinks During Pandemic

This Casino Bartender Faces Felony for Undercharging Drinks During Pandemic

The Miami-Dade State Attorney’s Office on Friday formally charged Jaime Rodriguez, 50, on a felony charge of theft of personal property by a hotel employee.  He is accused of undercharging $36.41 in drinks during the early days of the coronavirus pandemic.

Submitted by Jagajeet Chiba on, Apr/17/2020

Tribal Casino Talk at SBC Digital Summit, Vegas Casino Dealers to Wear Masks?

Organizers of the gaming industry’s largest virtual conference, the SBC Digital Summit, announced a 5-star roster of speakers to address the Tribal gaming landscape at the upcoming event schedule for April 27- May 1.

Submitted by Gilbert Horowitz on, Apr/17/2020

Vegas Casinos to Open Slowly, PA Sportsbooks Losing Millions But Online Casinos Thrive

Vegas Casinos to Open Slowly, PA Sportsbooks Losing Millions But Online Casinos Thrive

“I’m putting the lives of my fellow Nevadans ahead of dollars,” Gov. Steve Sisolak said as the mayor of Las Vegas and others continued their criticism of the extended closures that began in mid-March due to the coronavirus pandemic.

Submitted by Gilbert Horowitz on, Apr/17/2020

Bookmaker Live Dealer Casino Debuts: Roulette, Blackjack, Baccarat

Bookmaker Live Dealer Casino Debuts: Roulette, Blackjack, Baccarat

Our friends at Bookmaker.eu, the oldest established North American facing sportsbook, has launched its new live dealer online casino.

Submitted by C Costigan on, Apr/17/2020

Tennessee OKs Sports-Betting Rules

Tennessee OKs Sports-Betting Rules

Tennessee has ended months of work setting up its rules for an online-only sports betting law that passed last year and has yet to see its first wager.

Submitted by Associated Press on, Apr/16/2020

March Revenue Plunges as Virus Shuts Casinos

March Revenue Plunges as Virus Shuts Casinos

Revenue from casinos in numerous U.S. states plunged in March as the coronavirus forced the shutdown of in-person gambling across the country in the middle of the month.

Submitted by Associated Press on, Apr/16/2020

The Benefits of Running an Online Sports Betting Site From Washington State

The Benefits of Running an Online Sports Betting Site From Washington State

Limitations to wagering on sports offers an excellent opportunity for local bookies

Submitted by Gilbert Horowitz on, Apr/15/2020

eSports is Taking Over, Virtual Conference Set for May 7

eSports is Taking Over, Virtual Conference Set for May 7

European Gaming Media and Events has put together a list of leading eSports experts who will join a special panel discussion at their first virtual conference this year which will take place on the 7th of May.

Submitted by Press Release on, Apr/15/2020

Online Gambling Affiliate Code of Conduct Rules Released, BetAffiliates Exits Germany

Online Gambling Affiliate Code of Conduct Rules Released, BetAffiliates Exits Germany

Casinomeister, the advocate of fair play, has finally launched its Code of Conduct for affiliate webmasters. With over 1500 affiliate webmasters who are members of Casinomeister, Casinomeister has a significant reach.

Submitted by Gilbert Horowitz on, Apr/15/2020

PointsBet Shares Surge Despite Absence of Sports, VA Gov Wants Betting at NASCAR Tracks

PointsBet Shares Surge Despite Absence of Sports,  VA Gov Wants Betting at NASCAR Tracks

What is going on with PointsBet, the online sports gambling firm based out of Australia that has gained an early foothold in the US?

Submitted by Gilbert Horowitz on, Apr/14/2020

Famed Vegas Sportsbook Superbook is Coming to Colorado, Sports Betting Scams a Plague During Pandemic

Famed Vegas Sportsbook Superbook is Coming to Colorado

Colorado native and famed oddsmaker Jay Kornegay is set to oversee the Superbook operations at The Lodge Casino in Black Hawk.

Submitted by Aaron Goldstein on, Apr/14/2020

Ayre Goes on Record: Squatters Never Took Over Bodog Founder's Home

The photos were disturbing to be sure.  Squatters had seemingly taken over the one-time mansion of Bodog founder Calvin Ayre.

Submitted by Jagajeet Chiba on, Apr/13/2020

How to Go From Affiliate to Bookmaker

How to Go From Affiliate to Bookmaker

The sports betting world is truly gigantic and there are many good opportunities that you need to be aware of, so that you can always be on top and make the most out of your business. There are different ways in which you can get involved in this industry, and not all of them involve, precisely, being a sportsbook owner or a bookie; you can start making money as an influencer, as an agent or as an affiliate, to mention a few examples.

Submitted by C Costigan on, Apr/13/2020

Virginia Gov. Amends Casino Bill in Final Hour, Horse Bettor Turns 50 Cents Into $500K

Virginia Gov. Amends Casino Bill in Final Hour, Horse Bettor Turns 50 Cents Into $500K

Virginia Gov. Ralph Northam (D) has amended a gambling expansion bill that would now direct  two-thirds of the state’s casino taxes to education construction projects.  The bill was returned to the General Assembly Saturday.  Northam had until that day to act on the bill.

Submitted by Dan Shapiro on, Apr/12/2020

Stones Gambling Hall Files Motion to Dismiss Tied to Cheating Scandal, Boyd Gaming Furloughs Without Pay

Stones Gambling Hall Files Motion to Dismiss Tied to Cheating Scandal, Boyd Gaming Furloughs Without Pay

“Casinos Do Not Owe a General Duty of Care to Gamblers".  So says Stones Gambling Hall in a Motion to Dismiss filing as it pertains to the scandal involving poker player Mike Postel's alleged cheating.  Some have accused employees of Stones to be in on the scheme.

Submitted by Aaron Goldstein on, Apr/09/2020

US Casino Workers: Pay Us Through Pandemic

US Casino Workers: Pay Us Through Pandemic

Casino workers across the country are calling on the gambling industry to pay its laid-off workers their full salary and benefits for the duration of coronavirus shutdowns.

Submitted by Associated Press on, Apr/09/2020

Global Poker Sees 255% Rise During Pandemic, Knup Bros Doing Well Too

Global Poker Sees 255% Rise During Pandemic, Knup Bros Doing Well Too

There is one sector that is not negatively impacted by the coronavirus......online casinos.  In particular Global Poker, a US-facing social gaming site, revealed a dramatic increase in traffic since the pandemic lead to shutdowns nationwide in mid-March.

Submitted by Mary Montgomery on, Apr/08/2020

MGM Promises Support of Employees During Furlough, Vegas Casino Closures Extended

MGM Promises Support of Employees During Furlough, Vegas Casino Closures Extended

During this unprecedented time during the coronavirus pandemic, MGM Resorts International has announced its commitment to employees, most of whom are currently furloughed as casino properties remained closed.

Submitted by Aaron Goldstein on, Apr/08/2020

Leading CEOs to Shape Post-Pandemic Future for Betting Industry at SBC Digital Summit

Leading CEOs to Shape Post-Pandemic Future for Betting Industry at SBC Digital Summit

The opening day of the SBC Digital Summit will see many of the industry’s highest-profile CEOs share their vision of how sports betting operators can survive the downturn caused by the COVID-19 pandemic and bounce back stronger than ever.

Submitted by Press Release on, Apr/08/2020

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