Gambling

The Incredible Rise of the eSports Industry in 2019

The biggest dream of every gamer out there is to become a professional player and make a decent living out of their love for gaming. In simple terms, gamers wish to turn their hobby into a well-paying job just like other traditional sports. The good news is that it is possible.  

Submitted by Payton on, Sep/19/2019

Gambling and Sports Betting News Wire - September 19, 2019

Here are today's headlines in the world of gambling and sports betting as they happen - Thursday September 19, 2019.

Submitted by C Costigan on, Sep/19/2019

Watch How Fox News Coverage of the Sean Creighton Case Turns Into Rebuke of Dems

Fox News is the latest mainstream media outlets to cover the Sean Creighton case.  He was the founder of Costa Rica-based sportsbook 5Dimes whose remains were discovered last week nearly a year after he was reportedly kidnapped.

Submitted by Jagajeet Chiba on, Sep/18/2019

DC Gambling Contract Said to Be Fine Despite Legal Concerns

DC Gambling Contract Said to Be Fine Despite Legal Concerns

The District of Columbia's attorney general is looking into the legality of a $215 million sports gambling contract that was awarded without competitive bidding and approved by the city council.

Submitted by Associated Press on, Sep/18/2019

MyBookie.ag Sportsbook Review, Latest News

MyBookie.ag Sportsbook is one of the newest and fastest growing sites in the world of international/offshore sports betting.  The company does not currently offer anonymous sports wagering accounts (just a valid email or text needed). 

Submitted by C Costigan on, Sep/18/2019

Bookies Looking for a Revenue Stream | Futures or Props?

Bookies Looking for a Revenue Stream | Futures or Props?

It’s no secret that this business you love is a tough one, it’s a fun one, but a tough one and it is marginal. There are times when you are killing it, and raking in the big bucks, then there are times when you wish you had never jumped in. Start with finding a fantastic pay per head that offers you the ability to offer the best props and futures online.

Submitted by C Costigan on, Sep/18/2019

BS at BOSCON: Industry Expert Says WTF?

BS at BOSCON:  Industry Expert Says WTF?

Betting On Sports latest conference kicked off in Olympia London, UK Tuesday and at least one industry expert, Joe Brennan Jr has called out some of those other so-called “experts”.

Submitted by C Costigan on, Sep/18/2019

Remembering Tony: A Love-Hate Relationship With Bettors

Remembering Tony: A Love-Hate Relationship With Bettors

Sports bettors loved to hate on Sean "Tony" Creighton and took to Twitter Tuesday to fondly remember the owner of San Pedro, Costa Rica-based 5Dimes Sportsbook.

Submitted by Jagajeet Chiba on, Sep/18/2019

Gambling and Sports Betting News Wire - September 18, 2019

Here are today's headlines in the world of gambling and sports betting as they happen - Wednesday September 18, 2019.

Submitted by C Costigan on, Sep/17/2019

Proposition DD Sports Betting Question Will Appear on Colorado Ballot in November

Proposition DD Sports Betting Question Will Appear on Colorado Ballot in November

If sports betting is approved, it will mark first major gambling expansion in Colorado since 2008

Submitted by Alejandro Botticelli on, Sep/17/2019

Netent Review, Latest News

Netent Review, Latest News

Netent is a popular software provider founded in 1996.  The company is listed on NASDAQ Stockholm (NET–B) and employs more than 600 people in Stockholm, Malta, Kiev, Gothenburg, New Jersey and Gibraltar.

Submitted by Aaron Goldstein on, Sep/17/2019

Wife of 5Dimes Founder Requests DNA Test on Remains Said to be His

Wife of 5Dimes Founder Requests DNA Test on Remains Said to be His

Costa Rican authorities claim remains found buried in a cemetery in the small fishing town of Quepos last week are those of 5Dimes founder Sean "Tony" Creighton, however, his wife has requested DNA tests be conducted to prove this to be the case following previous eronious reports.

Submitted by Jagajeet Chiba on, Sep/17/2019

Gambling and Sports Betting News Wire - September 17, 2019

Here are today's headlines in the world of gambling and sports betting as they happen - Tuesday September 17, 2019.

Submitted by C Costigan on, Sep/17/2019

Regulators Call for Law Change to Make Chicago Casino Viable

Regulators Call for Law Change to Make Chicago Casino Viable

The Illinois Gaming Board is calling on lawmakers to change state law to make a Chicago casino viable.

Submitted by C Costigan on, Sep/16/2019

Draftkings Sportsbook News

Here you will find all the most recent news pertaining to Draftkings Sportsbook.  The company initially began as an operator of daily fantasy sports and still is successful in that space.  Draftkings and Fanduel together own better than 70% of the sports betting market share in New Jersey.

Submitted by Mary Montgomery on, Sep/16/2019

US State Department Confirms Body of 5Dimes Owner Sean Creighton Found

Monday evening, ESPN.com sports betting reporter David Payne Purdum received official notice from the US State Department that the remains of Sean "Tony" Creighton of San Pedro, Costa Rica-based 5Dimes have been discovered.

Submitted by C Costigan on, Sep/16/2019

More Than $8.5 million Wagered on Sports in Iowa First Month of Business

More Than $8.5 million Wagered on Sports in Iowa First Month of Business

More than $8.5 million was wagered at 13 participating casinos in Iowa’s first month of sports betting.

Submitted by Associated Press on, Sep/16/2019

Gambling and Sports Betting News Wire - September 16, 2019

Here are today's headlines in the world of gambling and sports betting as they happen - Monday September 16, 2019.

Submitted by C Costigan on, Sep/16/2019

Gambling and Sports Betting News Wire - September 15, 2019

Here are today's headlines in the world of gambling and sports betting as they happen - Sunday September 15, 2019.

Submitted by C Costigan on, Sep/15/2019

Gambling and Sports Betting News Wire - September 14, 2019

Here are today's headlines in the world of gambling and sports betting as they happen - Saturday September 14, 2019.

Submitted by C Costigan on, Sep/14/2019

Keep Your Players Happy as a Bookie

As a bookie, the most important thing to always be working towards is keeping your players happy.

Submitted by C Costigan on, Sep/13/2019

Gambling and Sports Betting News Wire - September 13, 2019

Here are today's headlines in the world of gambling and sports betting as they happen - Friday September 13, 2019.

Submitted by C Costigan on, Sep/13/2019

Betcris Ficha a Ronaldinho por Tres Años

Betcris Ficha a Ronaldinho por Tres Años

El astro brasileño es el nuevo embajador de la casa de apuestas

Submitted by Press Release on, Sep/13/2019

Does FanDuel Accept Bitcoin? Yes it Now Does

FanDuel will utilize Bitpay to process Bitcoin transactions

Submitted by Aaron Goldstein on, Sep/13/2019

Atlantic City Rakes in $293M in Sport Bets

Atlantic City Rakes in $293M in Sport Bets

Gamblers wagered more than $293 million on sports in New Jersey in August, helping Atlantic City’s casinos win 13% more than they did a year ago.

Submitted by Associated Press on, Sep/13/2019

Oregon Lottery Sports Betting App Scoreboard Further Delayed

Oregon Lottery Sports Betting App Scoreboard Further Delayed

Oregon Lottery might not have sports betting app ready until Mid-October

Submitted by Aaron Goldstein on, Sep/12/2019

Gambling and Sports Betting News Wire - September 12, 2019

Here are today's headlines in the world of gambling and sports betting as they happen - Thursday September 12, 2019.

Submitted by C Costigan on, Sep/12/2019

Man Breaks From Handcuffs and Jumps to His Death at Casino

Man Breaks From Handcuffs and Jumps to His Death at Casino

Authorities pulled a Nevada man back from the edge of a Northern California casino parking garage and handcuffed him as a suicide risk before he broke free and jumped to his death.

Submitted by Associated Press on, Sep/11/2019

Gambling and Sports Betting News Wire - September 11, 2019

Here are today's headlines in the world of gambling and sports betting as they happen - Wednesday September 11, 2019.

Submitted by C Costigan on, Sep/11/2019

Talks Planned for Expanded Gambling at Indiana Tribal Casino

Talks Planned for Expanded Gambling at Indiana Tribal Casino

Indiana officials are going to start negotiating with a Native American tribe over allowing expanded gambling at its South Bend casino.

Submitted by Associated Press on, Sep/10/2019

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