Gambling

North Carolina Will Try Again to Pass Sports Mobile Betting Bill

North Carolina Will Try Again to Pass Sports Mobile Betting Bill

House Bill 347, filed by Rep. Jason Saine of Lincoln County, would allow for wagering to begin on January 1. 2024.

Submitted by Gilbert Horowitz on, Mar/14/2023

Newly Introduced Kentucky Sports Betting Bill Now Heading for Senate Vote

Newly Introduced Kentucky Sports Betting Bill Faces Even Bigger Hurdles

Senate Majority Floor Leader Damon Thayer admitted Monday it's "going to be tough" to pass in the Senate with the three-fifths vote requirement this session.

Submitted by Gilbert Horowitz on, Mar/14/2023

Penn National Sets Up Unusual Betting Policy for Barstool Sports Big Personalities

Portnoy has no intention of keeping quiet about the new Barstool Sports betting site management and isn't afraid to show his big wagers.

Submitted by Jagajeet Chiba on, Mar/13/2023

New York Casino Contracts 'Petri Dish of Corruption'

One lobbyist said his client wants to turn part of a Saks Fifth Avenue flagship store into “‘a James Bond-type of Casino Royale".

Submitted by Gilbert Horowitz on, Mar/13/2023

Whatever Happened to Josh Cartu, Rome Casino?

Whatever Happened to Josh Cartu, Rome Casino?

Financial whistle blowing site claims associates arrested as social media platform quiet on former Rome Casino "manager"-turned social media influencer's birthday.  Plus we follow up on the Sonny Meraban case with the raid caught live by a Gambling911 camera crew.

Submitted by Nagesh Rath on, Mar/11/2023

WWE Betting in US Regulated Markets Would Benefit the Offshores Too

WWE Betting in US Regulated Markets Would Benefit the Offshores Too

Reports surfaced that the WWE has reached out to Ernst & Young to ensure "scripted" match results remain a secret.

Submitted by Don Shapiro on, Mar/09/2023

NFL Reinstates Jaguars WR Ridley After Gambling Suspension

NFL Reinstates Jaguars WR Ridley After Gambling Suspension

The league said Ridley, who had been suspended indefinitely since March 2022 for violating the NFL’s gambling policy, is eligible to participate in all team activities beginning immediately. He is expected to join the Jaguars for offseason workouts beginning April 17.

Submitted by Associated Press on, Mar/07/2023

Georgia Lawmakers Nix Legal Sports Betting

Georgia Lawmakers Nix Legal Sports Betting

The state Senate on Monday rejected a constitutional amendment that would have allowed voters to decide whether to legalize sports gambling.  The House never consider any legislation.

Submitted by Gilbert Horowitz on, Mar/07/2023

ACR New Tournament Schedule Offers Huge Improvements for Lower, Micro and Euro Players

It includes a 13% increase in total weekly guaranteed prize pools (now $10.6 Million).

Submitted by Ace King on, Mar/06/2023

Comparing US Regulated Sports Betting to Offshore: The Pros and Cons Might Surprise You

Comparing US Regulated Sports Betting to Offshore

Nevada sportsbooks are running on outdated technology, as evidenced by Caesars going down during much of the Super Bowl in that state. And US regulated sportsbooks payment options are not all that's cracked up to be.

Submitted by Gilbert Horowitz on, Mar/06/2023

PointsBet CCO Reflects on Demise of Monkey Knife Fight Platform He Helped to Build

PointsBet CCO Reflects on Demise of Monkey Knife Fight Platform He Helped to Build

"I think I'll need some time to fully unpack my feelings but one thing will never change: my undying love (yes love) for all the MKF'ers I had the great fortune to work with and all the incredible partners we collaborated with along the way."

Submitted by Gilbert Horowitz on, Mar/04/2023

Georgia Senate Rejects Sports Betting

Sports gambling advocates in Georgia were dealt a setback Thursday when the state Senate rejected a bill that would have allowed sports betting, including on horse races.

Submitted by Associated Press on, Mar/02/2023

Technologies Revolutionizing Virtual Sports Betting

Technologies Revolutionizing Virtual Sports Betting

The ever-changing nature of technology affects every facet of modern life. Changes in technology have been dramatic even in the past decade, and it seems that every year brings yet another discovery that fundamentally modifies our way of life. The sports betting industry, in particular, has benefited greatly from the spread of digital technology, which is now open to customers.

Submitted by Payton on, Mar/02/2023

Toney Unhappy at FA Over Process Behind His Gambling Hearing

Toney Unhappy at FA Over Process Behind His Gambling Hearing

Brentford striker Ivan Toney expressed his concern Wednesday about the process behind his impending disciplinary hearing on gambling charges in the wake of what he described as “press speculation” that he is facing a six-month ban.

Submitted by Associated Press on, Mar/02/2023

Tech Gambling Developments to Watch This Year

Tech Gambling Developments to Watch This Year

Betting on games similar to those found in casinos or sporting events via the World Wide Web constitutes online gambling. Growing smartphone and internet penetration, along with rising disposable income, are fueling the expansion of the online gaming industry. 

Submitted by Payton on, Mar/02/2023

NFL trade/Free Agent Weekly Update Includes Wentz Next Team

Aaron Rodgers said on a podcast Tuesday that a decision to retire, stay in Green Bay or move to another team will happen very soon.

Submitted by Payton on, Mar/01/2023

Next Team Odds for 7 NHLers Who May Be Traded

Next Team Odds for 7 NHLers Who May Be Traded

The NHL trade deadline is rapidly approaching (Friday, 3 p.m. ET), and we've already seen some deals done.

Submitted by Payton on, Mar/01/2023

Monkey Knife Fight Website Shut Down

Monkey Knife Fight Website Shut Down

Parent company Bally's slashes the popular DFS website as incoming CEO called the acquisition, made just two years ago, "a mistake".

Submitted by Aaron Goldstein on, Feb/28/2023

Sports Betting Grows on Campuses With Few Restrictions

Among the universities that responded and have addressed gambling, bans on betting are rare.

Submitted by Associated Press on, Feb/28/2023

PointsBet Share Price Tanks on $178m First-Half Loss

PointsBet Share Price Tumbles on $178m First-Half Loss

The company reported a gross win margin falling 2.6 percentage points to 8.3%.

Submitted by Aaron Goldstein on, Feb/27/2023

Multimillion-Dollar Sports Betting, Poker Ring Brought Down by Undercover Officer

Multimillion-Dollar Gambling Ring Brought Down by Undercover Officer

Late last week, seven individuals were charged for their role in running a Rochester, New York gambling ring that took in millions of dollars over a multi-year period as part of a 48-page complaint. 

Submitted by Jagajeet Chiba on, Feb/27/2023

Jake Paul Introducing Young People to Sports Betting Through YouTube, BetR Integration Claim Critics

Jake Paul Introducing Young People to Sports Betting Through YouTube, BetR Integration Claim Critics

Paul's followers are in the millions and a significant number of them are under the age of 21.

Submitted by Gilbert Horowitz on, Feb/27/2023

NCAA Tournament: The 1 Seeds, Who and Where to Bet on the Tournament Winner 

February 18 was the first time the top 16 seeds for the men's NCAA basketball tournament were made public. This was during the NCAA Tournament bracket preview.

Submitted by Don Shapiro on, Feb/27/2023

Jake Paul vs Tommy Fury Rematch Betting Odds

BetOnline was quick to release odds on a Jake Paul vs. Tommy Fury rematch.  Their odds were set at -115 each.

Submitted by Ean Lamb on, Feb/26/2023

Jake Paul vs. Tommy Fury Fight Fills Void Between Super Bowl and March Madness

Jake Paul vs. Tommy Fury Fight Fills Void Between Super Bowl and March Madness

Record betting was anticipated for a day otherwise typically reserved for March Madness preparations.

Submitted by Don Shapiro on, Feb/26/2023

Map Shows America Picking Paul, But Odds Moving Toward Fury

Map Shows America Picking Paul, But Odds Moving Toward Fury

A semi-scientific Twitter study conducted during the last 14 days shows that the vast majority of America believes Jake Paul will beat Tommy Fury in tomorrow’s boxing bout.

Submitted by Press Release on, Feb/26/2023

Aaron Rodgers Comes Out of the Dark...Did You Bet Which Drugs He Was Taking?

Aaron Rodgers was stealing away Super Bowl headlines following an interview on the "The Pat McAfee Show" when he went to a "dark" place to determine his future.  Now he is out of the dark.  What has he decided?

Submitted by Press Release on, Feb/23/2023

List of Top 5 Fastest Withdrawal Casinos in the UK

List of Top 5 Fastest Withdrawal Casinos in the UK

The UK is one of the biggest iGaming markets in the world, so it’s no surprise that the island is flooded with online casinos looking to attract as many players as possible to their ranks. But not all of them are the same and most of them are trying to top the competition by offering better perks and better service.

Submitted by B.E.Delmer on, Feb/23/2023

Is DraftKings Taking Bets on the Mayweather-Chalmers Fight?

Is DraftKings Taking Bets on the Mayweather-Chalmers Fight?

It does not appear as if DraftKings will be offering odds on the Floyd Mayweather vs. Aaron Chalmers exhibition fight this Saturday February 25.  Most of the state-based books do not take bets on exhibition fights. 

Submitted by Tyrone Black on, Feb/23/2023

Sports Betting Expansion in Washington State Quashed

Sports Betting Expansion in Washington State Quashed

Plus Caesars anticipates sports betting profit in 2023.  Wishful thinking?

Submitted by Gilbert Horowitz on, Feb/23/2023

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