Gambling

Virtual Online Gambling Conference May 7

Virtual Online Gambling Conference May 7

Registrations are open for the first virtual conference in the gambling industry.

Submitted by Press Release on, Mar/24/2020

Virginia Poised to Legalize Casinos at Unlucky Time

Virginia Poised to Legalize Casinos at Unlucky Time

Talk about bad luck.  Two weeks ago, Virginia lawmakers approved legislation to allow developers to build five large casino resorts around the state in what supporters have long hoped will be a dramatic economic boost to struggling areas. Virginia is one of the few states in the country where casinos are currently banned.

Submitted by Associated Press on, Mar/23/2020

Gambling and Sports Betting News March 23, 2020: Bet365 Sets Up Multi-Million Package for Employees

Here are today's headlines in the world of gambling and sports betting as they happen - Monday March 23, 2020.

Submitted by Aaron Goldstein on, Mar/23/2020

Experts Advice to Responsible Gambling

Experts Advice To Responsible Gambling

Many people see gambling in a negative light, perhaps because of numerous issues that arise from it. More often than not, these problems happen because of reckless fun and thoughtless gambling. On the contrary, responsible gambling provides a form of entertainment that not only delivers amusement but gives the players the opportunity to earn a little something extra as well. As such, here are some tips on how you will be able to gamble responsibly:

Submitted by Payton on, Mar/23/2020

Latest 2020 Gambling Trend Explained: Pay N Play Casinos

Latest 2020 Gambling Trend Explained: Pay N Play Casinos

There are plenty of gimmicks in the online gambling world. Casino operators will proudly advertise their latest innovation, which usually turns out to be a re-skinned slot game or repurposed promotion. 

 

But instead of rehashing the same ideas, Pay N Play breathes fresh new life into an otherwise stale online casino experience, and it's taking the industry by storm. 

 

Submitted by Payton on, Mar/23/2020

BetOnline Coronavirus Bonus Adds 20 Percent to Current Balance

BetOnline is offering a generous bonus during the current coronavirus pandemic.

Submitted by C Costigan on, Mar/22/2020

Can I Play Online Casino Games for Real Money From Florida

Can I Play Online Casino Games for Real Money From Florida

Online casino games are available to those in Florida for real money.  This is especially good news for those confined in their homes during the coronavirus pandemic. 

Submitted by Aaron Goldstein on, Mar/22/2020

Las Vegas Mayor and Nevada Governor Spar Over Casino Closures Amid Coronavirus Outbreak

Las Vegas Mayor and Nevada Governor Spar Over Casino Closures Amid Coronavirus Outbreak

While Nevada’s governor joined other U.S. officials invoking extraordinary measures to reduce the spread of the coronavirus, the mayor of Las Vegas is pushing back against a shutdown of the casinos that power the city and the state economy.

Submitted by Associated Press on, Mar/21/2020

Seminole Casinos in Florida to Close Today

Seminole Casinos in Florida to Close Today

With a primary focus on the health and safety of guests, team members and the public, the Seminole Tribe of Florida and Seminole Gaming have voluntarily decided to temporarily close all Seminole and Hard Rock Casinos throughout Florida today.

Submitted by Press Release on, Mar/20/2020

How to maintain a risk-reward ratio when betting

How to maintain a risk-reward ratio when betting

World of online sports betting and gambling, though it may seem simple at first, is absolutely huge. If you’re looking to be successful there, you can’t hope to simply get by luck. You have to learn what the most successful people do in this business and try to emulate it as closely as possible.

 

Submitted by Payton on, Mar/20/2020

How Japan Became A Bitcoin Hotspot

How Japan Became A Bitcoin Hotspot

As a nation, Japan has wholeheartedly embraced Bitcoin, along with a number of other virtual currencies. The land of the rising sun has seen a surge in the usage of Bitcoin over the last few years, and is showing no signs of slowing down. Paying with Bitcoin has become part of the daily routine and on some days, over half of the entire global Bitcoin trade happens in Japan alone. I'm sure there  are many questions... When did this start? Is it safe?

Submitted by Payton on, Mar/20/2020

What Are You Waiting For?

Thinking about launching an online sportsbook, but not sure when is the best time? There’s no best time to launch a bookie, now is a better time than ever to start pursuing your dream.

Submitted by C Costigan on, Mar/19/2020

According to Odds...Birth Rate, Condoms and Porn Consumption Will Increase

According to Odds...Birth Rate, Condoms and Porn Consumption Will Increase

With no sports to bet on, Americans are finding new ways to wager with their disposable income.

Submitted by C Costigan on, Mar/17/2020

Can I Play Online Casino Games for Real Money From California

Can I Play Online Casino Games for Real Money From California

Online casino games are available to those in California for real money.  This is especially good news for those confined in their homes during the coronavirus pandemic.

Submitted by Gilbert Horowitz on, Mar/16/2020

Vegas Strip Shutting Down Amidst Coronavirus Chaos

Vegas Strip Shutting Down Amidst Coronavirus Chaos

The Las Vegas Strip is starting to close down and thousands of students will stay home from school in Nevada as officials respond to the new coronavirus.

Submitted by Associated Press on, Mar/16/2020

Montana Sports Betting - Another Lottery Run Disaster: Horrible Lines

Montana Sports Betting - Another Lottery Run Disaster

One thing we are learning from legalized sports betting in the United States is the common theme of state lotteries total incompetence.  Most recently this is illustrated by what is transpiring now in Montana. 

Submitted by Aaron Goldstein on, Mar/12/2020

Gambling and Sports Betting News March 12, 2020: Draftkings, Caesars Latest to Pull NBA Futures

Here are today's headlines in the world of gambling and sports betting as they happen - Thursday March 12, 2020.

Submitted by Don Shapiro on, Mar/12/2020

CasinoBeats Malta & Betting on Sport America - New Dates in Wake of Coronavirus

CasinoBeats Malta has moved from its original March date to 22-24 June 2020 as has Betting on Sports America, which switched from its original April date to 1-3 December 2020.

Submitted by C Costigan on, Mar/11/2020

You Can Now Buy State Issued Lottery Tickets Directly for Bitcoin Cash

You Can Now Buy State Issued Lottery Tickets Directly for Bitcoin Cash

Roger Ver, for whom Fortune Magazine has referred to as the co-creator of Bitcoin Cash, posted the news that you can now buy state issued lottery tickets directly for Bitcoin Cash.

Submitted by C Costigan on, Mar/11/2020

Maryland Close to Allowing Sports Betting

Maryland Close to Allowing Sports Betting

The state of Maryland is inching closer to allowing licensed sports betting, including statewide mobile.  Currently residents can only wager at a select number of online sportsbooks licensed in other jurisdictions.  Many of these companies do not accept bets from Maryland residents due to prior law enforcement actions that originated from the state.

Submitted by Gilbert Horowitz on, Mar/10/2020

Can I Bet on the FanDuel App From Virginia?

Can I Bet on the FanDuel App From Virginia?

You are prohibited from placing bets on the FanDuel app from the state of Virginia however there are other great options.

Submitted by Gilbert Horowitz on, Mar/10/2020

Betting Odds Suggest Lengthy Prison Sentence for Weinstein: Gets 23 Years

Betting Odds Suggest Lengthy Prison Sentence for Weinstein

Bettors were banking on Harvey Weinstein being behind bars for more than a decade, at least according to Vegas.  He ended up receiving 23 years.

Submitted by C Costigan on, Mar/10/2020

Betting on Sports America 2020 Postponed Until December

Betting on Sports America 2020 Postponed Until December

The Coronavirus has taken another victim in the world of business as Betting on Sports America has decided to postpone its April event in the Meadowlands until December.

Submitted by C Costigan on, Mar/10/2020

Coronavirus Casino News March 10, 2020: Snaitech Retail Shops in Italy Shuttered

Coronavirus Casino News March 10, 2020: Snaitech Retail Shops in Italy Shuttered

Here is the latest news concerning Coronavirus and the impact on casinos worldwide - Tuesday March 10, 2020.

Submitted by Jagajeet Chiba on, Mar/10/2020

Sports Betting Launches in Illinois

Sports Betting Launches in Illinois

The Rivers Casino sportsbook opened today in Des Plaines, Illinois with Blackhawks announcer Eddie Olczyk laying down $100 on his hometown White Sox to win the American League pennant at 16-to-1 odds.

Submitted by Gilbert Horowitz on, Mar/09/2020

How to use the Betfair Exchange

Betfair offers a radical new product to all its users: the Betfair Exchange. Instead of betting against a bookmaker, you bet against your peers. Instead of taking a risk itself, Betfair matches customers who back the bet (predict it will happen) with customers who lay the bet (predict it will not happen).

Submitted by Payton on, Mar/09/2020

Coronavirus Casino News March 9, 2020: Wall Street Betting on Two Vegas Casinos During Crisis

Wall Street Betting on Two Vegas Casinos During Crisis

Wall Street banks aren’t letting the spread of the coronavirus in the U.S. get in the way of a planned $2 billion property bond financing for the MGM Grand and Mandalay Bay casino and hotel properties in Las Vegas.

Submitted by Jagajeet Chiba on, Mar/09/2020

Gambling and Sports Betting News March 9, 2020: Illinois Sports Betting Kicks Off Today

Gambling and Sports Betting News March 9, 2020: Illinois Sports Betting Kicks Off Today

The Rivers Casino in Des Plaines has received initial approval to offer sports betting in the state of Illinois starting today March 9, 2020 just in time for March Madness.  The Tournament tips off March 17.

Submitted by C Costigan on, Mar/09/2020

How Good is Americas Bookie: Players Speak

How Good is Americas Bookie: Players Speak

"Underrated", "impressive", "outstanding", these are just some of the things being said about Americas Bookie.

Submitted by C Costigan on, Mar/09/2020

MoPlay No Pay as Company Becomes Insolvent

Company admits inability to pay following gaming license suspension

Submitted by Aaron Goldstein on, Mar/08/2020

Breaking News

Top Betting Markets May 30 - Hot Searches

While MLB games dominate the Friday evening schedule, on Saturday the Pacers have a shot at advancing to the NBA Finals should they beat the New York Knicks.  We also have UFC Fight Night on Saturday.