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Huge Slots Win at Seminole Hard Rock, Killer $3 Parlay Hits at BetOnline

Huge Slots Win at Seminole Hard Rock, Killer Parlay Hit at BetOnline

It was a big win in recent days for a pair of lucky gamblers who risked little, one online and another on site.

Submitted by Gilbert Horowitz on, Mar/06/2019

Slovakian Gambling Market Analysis With WH Partners and Playtech

Slovakian Gambling Market Analysis With WH Partners and Playtech

Slovakia will follow new gambling rules after the parliament overrode the president’s veto and adopted the new law on gambling. A total of 86 deputies voted for the change, supported by some opposition MPs also.

Submitted by Press Release on, Mar/06/2019

Sports Stars Ryan Howard and Hall of Famer Brian Westbrook Commit to Betting on Sports America

Emphasising the crossover between sports, sports betting and venture capital, former MLB National League MVP and venture capital Partner at SeventySix Capital Ryan Howard and Philadelphia Eagles Hall of Famer and SeventySix Capital Athlete Venture Group member Brian Westbrook are scheduled to speak on April 24 at the Betting on Sports America conference organized by SBC (Sports Betting Community).

Submitted by Press Release on, Mar/06/2019

Owner Cancels Sale of Former Atlantic Club Casino

The owner of the former Atlantic Club Casino Hotel in New Jersey has canceled a notice to sell the closed property to a Philadelphia-based company.

Submitted by Associated Press on, Mar/05/2019

In Play Betting, Prop Bets Not in the Cards for Future Florida Sportsbooks

In Play Betting, Prop Bets Not in the Cards for Future Florida Sportsbooks

Legislators are discussing the prospects of allowing sports betting in the state of Florida, but the final product is likely to be limited.

Submitted by Gilbert Horowitz on, Mar/05/2019

Pritzker Looks to Legal Sports Betting for Illinois Revenue

Pritzker looks to legal sports betting for Illinois revnue

Gov. J.B. Pritzker is hoping the burgeoning sports-gambling industry will help solve Illinois’ budget troubles, but state lawmakers must first legalize expanded wagering after years of failed attempts.

Submitted by Associated Press on, Mar/05/2019

Bookie Profit Index - Cincinnati

Bookie Profit Index - Cincinnati

Cinncinnati looks to continue attracting sports bettors even beyond the College Basketball season with the Reds.  Of course, the NFL takes center stage with the Bengals each year no matter how bad the team might be in a given season.

Submitted by C Costigan on, Mar/04/2019

These States Unlikely to Legalize Sports Betting Any Time Soon

These States Unlikely to Legalize Sports Betting Any Time Soon

A recent 50-state review of sports betting found that California, Florida and Texas are not likely to offer sportsbooks any time soon. 

Submitted by Aaron Goldstein on, Mar/03/2019

ESPN to Debut New Sports Betting Show

ESPN to Debut New Sports Betting Show

ESPN this week announced it will be airing a new sports betting show called "Daily Wager", further evidence of media outlets cashing in on the gambling activity after the U.S. Supreme Court paved the way for legalization nationwide back in May. 

Submitted by Dan Shapiro on, Mar/02/2019

Bookie Profit Index - Seattle Area

Bookie Profit Index - Seattle Area

Seattle, Washington is a haven for bookies, not just because the city hosts an NFL franchise.  Seattle has some of the highest wage earners and they even have a successful Major League Soccer team. 

Submitted by C Costigan on, Mar/02/2019

Sheldon Adelson has Cancer

LAS VEGAS (AP) — Casino magnate and GOP donor Sheldon Adelson has cancer and has not been at his company’s offices in Las Vegas since around Christmas Day.

Submitted by C Costigan on, Mar/01/2019

Nevada Gambling Revenue Decreases 3 Percent in January

Nevada Gambling Revenue Decreases 3 Percent in January

State regulators say Nevada gambling revenue decreased 3 percent in January from the same time last year.

Submitted by Guest on, Feb/28/2019

Which PayPerHead Reports Are The Most Valuable to Bookies?

Which PayPerHead Reports Are The Most Valuable to Bookies?

The Europa League is secondary to the Champions League in soccer, plenty of excellent squads will battle it out in the Round of 16.

Submitted by Guest on, Feb/28/2019

Trustee: Ocean Resort Casino Improving Finances, Performance

Trustee: Ocean Resort Casino Improving Finances, Performance

The man overseeing Atlantic City's Ocean Resort Casino until new owners take over says the property is re-stocked with cash and is already starting to turn around its performance.

Submitted by Associated Press on, Feb/28/2019

Commission Magazine Launches Issue 1 for Online Gambling Affiliates

Commission Magazine Launches Issue 1 for Online Gambling Affiliates

Commission Magazine​ is a new digital magazine that is focused on affiliate marketing, online marketing, business and entrepreneurship. The magazine has just launched issue 1 for February 2019 and is filled with articles ranging from affiliate marketing and search engine optimization (SEO).

Submitted by Press Release on, Feb/28/2019

eSports Odds Calculation and Risk Management With Vlastimil Venclik CEO, oddin.gg

eSports Odds Calculation and Risk Management With Vlastimil Venclik CEO, oddin.gg

Legalsportsreport.com reported that sports betting represents the most popular product among eSports fans. Betting on eSports is more or less identical to betting on traditional sports, with the limitations that the eSports betting product is far less developed than the traditional sports betting product.

Submitted by Press Release on, Feb/27/2019

John Brennan: Former Mets Manager Looks to Get Into CT Sports Betting

John Brennan: Former Mets Manager Looks to Get Into CT Sports Betting

Approaching 8 pm EST and that hearing on sports betting is still going on in Connecticut, ten hours long thus far.

Submitted by Gilbert Horowitz on, Feb/26/2019

Legalized Sports Betting One Step Closer in Indiana, Connecticut Hearing Still Going

Legalized Sports Betting One Step Closer in Indiana, Connecticut Hearing Still Going

The Indiana Senate approved the bill on a 38-11 vote and is now heading to the House.

Submitted by Gilbert Horowitz on, Feb/26/2019

Nevada Declines MLB Request to Ban Betting on Spring Training

Nevada Declines MLB Request to Ban Betting on Spring Training

The Nevada Gaming Control Board said in a letter to MLB that casinos in Las Vegas and elsewhere have taken bets on exhibition baseball games for decades without problems.

Submitted by Associated Press on, Feb/26/2019

Pay Per Head Bookmaking Benefits

Pay Per Head Bookmaking Benefits

Our friends at PricePerPlayer.com review the top benefits of running one's sportsbook using a Pay Per head software platform.

Submitted by Aaron Goldstein on, Feb/26/2019

William Hill Seeks Lead Ad Agency in U.S.

William Hill Seeks Lead Ad Agency in U.S.

One of the world's largest bookmakers, William Hill, is in the hunt for a top ad agency for its U.S.A. brands.

Submitted by Aaron Goldstein on, Feb/26/2019

Gambling in Czechia - Note on the 3 years of activity at Prague Gaming Summit 3

Gambling in Czechia - Note on the 3 years of activity at Prague Gaming Summit 3

Industry media has reported that the land-based gambling industry in Czechia is soaring and just recently the Finance Minister, Alena Schillerová, has declared victory in the battle to restrict, monitor – and collect taxes from – casinos and gaming machine bars.

Submitted by Press Release on, Feb/26/2019

New Hampshire Governor Supports Sports Betting

Proponents of legalized sports betting in New Hampshire believe backing from the governor is giving their proposal a boost.

Submitted by Associated Press on, Feb/25/2019

Caesars, Draftkings Ink Multi-State Sports Betting Deal

Caesars, Draftkings Ink Multi-State Sports Betting Deal

Caesars Entertainment and DraftKings have reached a deal to grant DraftKings access to Caesars’ markets in several states.

Submitted by Associated Press on, Feb/25/2019

Mega Storm in Online Gambling Hub Malta: Fish Falling From the Sky

Mega Storm in Online Gambling Hub Malta: Fish Falling From the Sky

A massive storm ravaged the Mediterranean island nation of Malta south of Italy on Sunday, causing it to rain fish, literally.

Submitted by Jagajeet Chiba on, Feb/25/2019

Buck to Send Out Key CSR Message at Betting on Sports America

Buck to Send Out Key CSR Message at Betting on Sports America

Corporate social responsibility; three words combined that the gambling industry is beginning to accept as an essential part of its vernacular far more often these days - and rightly so.

Submitted by Press Release on, Feb/25/2019

Bitcoin Catapults Above $4K Mark

Bitcoin Catapults Above $4K Mark

The cryptocurrency Bitcoin had risen above the $4000 mark Saturday afternoon, trading at $4111 at 2:38 pm EST.

Submitted by Aaron Goldstein on, Feb/23/2019

Connecticut to Hold Sports Betting Hearing Today February 26

Connecticut to Hold Sports Betting Hearing Tuesday

There was lots of interest in betting sports at Connecticut's famed Mohegan Sun and Foxwoods casinos following news that a hearing on the topic is set to take place at 10 am this coming Tuesday. 

Submitted by Gilbert Horowitz on, Feb/23/2019

Caesars Offers Few Clues on State of Talks With Carl Icahn

Caesars Entertainment Corp. gave few clues Thursday as to the status of its talks with billionaire Carl Icahn, who has taken a large stake in the casino giant and says he wants fundamental changes in the company.

Submitted by Associated Press on, Feb/22/2019

Where Can I Bet the Oscars Online From Georgia?

Where Can I Bet the Oscars Online From Georgia?

You can bet the Oscars online from Georgia using any number of internationally-based websites.  Georgia itself does not host online sports betting sites that would offer Oscar betting.

Submitted by Jordan Bach on, Feb/22/2019

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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.