Gambling

Valve Hit With Illegal Gambling Lawsuit

State tribe claims Valve helps in facilitating scams and unfair gambling

Submitted by Guest on, Apr/13/2019

Multiple Bingo Halls Raided in Alabama

Multiple Bingo Halls Raided in Alabama

More than a dozen individuals were arrested following the raids of four illegal Bingo halls in Alabama this week, all in Jefferson County.

Submitted by Jagajeet Chiba on, Apr/12/2019

An Introduction to Bitcoin Gambling

An Introduction to Bitcoin Gambling

Two of the biggest online entities – cryptocurrency and gambling – have recently joined forces to create a new trend amongst online players. Bitcoin gambling is a new, exciting and unique trend that threatens to take over the traditional online casino market.

Submitted by Payton on, Apr/12/2019

'Sports Betting is Part of the Discussions' Florida Senate President Bill Galvano Says

'Sports Betting is Part of the Discussions' Florida Senate President Bill Galvano Says

Senate President Bill Galvano says he is optimistic about revamping a gambling agreement, known as a “compact,” between the Seminols and the state.

Submitted by Gilbert Horowitz on, Apr/12/2019

Justice Department has Two Weeks to Clarify its Stance on Web Gambling

A federal judge on Thursday gave the U.S. Justice Department two weeks to clarify its stance on laws regulating internet gambling after hearing arguments from New Hampshire officials in a case with potential implications for the future of state lotteries and the programs, often educational, that they fund.

Submitted by Associated Press on, Apr/11/2019

Monmouth Park’s Dennis Drazin latest to join Sports Betting Hall of Fame

Monmouth Park’s Dennis Drazin latest to join Sports Betting Hall of Fame

Dennis Drazin of Monmouth Park racecourse is to be the third industry stalwart to be inducted into the Sports Betting Hall of Fame.

Submitted by Press Release on, Apr/11/2019

Should Universities Get Cut of College Sports Betting? LSU’s President Says Maybe

Should Universities Get Cut of College Sports Betting? LSU’s President Says Maybe

Should the state of Louisiana opt to legalize sports betting, they may need to give a cut to the likes of LSU.

Submitted by Aaron Goldstein on, Apr/10/2019

The Missing Millions: States Await Gambling Windfall From Sports Betting

The Missing Millions: States Await Gambling Windfall From Sports Betting

ProPublica Illinois has an excellent piece on the expected windfall tied to newly allowed gambling activity and why it might be a long wait.

Submitted by C Costigan on, Apr/10/2019

AC Casino Profits See Nosedive

ATLANTIC CITY — Casino profits fell by more than 15% in Atlantic City in 2018, a year in which the downsized market reopened two shuttered gambling halls, according to figures released Monday.

Submitted by Associated Press on, Apr/09/2019

Ohio Takes First Steps to Legalize Sports Betting

Ohio Takes First Steps to Legalize Sports Betting

Ohio state Reps. Dave Greenspan, R-Westlake, and Brigid Kelly, D-Cincinnati on Tuesday introduced a bill that would legalize sports wagering in the Buckeye State.

Submitted by C Costigan on, Apr/09/2019

Seminole Hard Rock Named Top “Employer of Choice” in Gaming Industry for Fourth Year in a Row

Seminole Hard Rock Named Top “Employer of Choice” in Gaming Industry for Fourth Year in a Row

Results of the latest Casino Gaming Executive Satisfaction Survey have further cemented the top spot of Seminole Hard Rock as the clear “Employer of Choice” among the industry’s 34 casino companies or standalone casinos.

Submitted by Press Release on, Apr/09/2019

Casino-Operating Tribes Influence Sports Betting Debate

Casino-Operating Tribes Influence Sports Betting Debate

Native American tribes have emerged as key players in the legislative debates over whether states should legalize sports betting, with some opposing the idea because it could threaten their casinos and others supporting legalization but only if they retain a monopoly.

Submitted by Associated Press on, Apr/08/2019

Betting on Sports America Hits Major Leagues With Sporting Delegates

Betting on Sports America Hits Major Leagues With Sporting Delegates

Teams from all of the major professional sports leagues across the US are flocking to Betting on Sports America, the biggest dedicated sports betting trade show in the country taking place at the Meadowlands Exposition Center in New Jersey from 23-25 April.

Submitted by Press Release on, Apr/08/2019

Radio Host Who Gambled Away Nearly $7 Million From Ticket Scheme Sentenced

Radio Host Who Gambled Away Nearly $7 Million From Ticket Scheme Sentenced

Sports radio personality Craig Carton was sentenced to 3½ years in prison Friday by a longtime fan and listener — the judge — for a ticket reselling scam that ended his decade-long broadcast partnership with ex-NFL quarterback Boomer Esiason.

Submitted by Associated Press on, Apr/06/2019

Emmert: NCAA Committed to Prohibiting Athletes From Gambling

As legalized wagering on sports spreads, the NCAA remains adamant about prohibiting college athletes from betting.

Submitted by Guest on, Apr/04/2019

Casino Company Las Vegas Sands Announces Singapore Expansion

Casino Company Las Vegas Sands Announces Singapore Expansion

Casino company Las Vegas Sands says it’ll spend $3.3 billion to expand its property in Singapore by adding an entertainment arena, new hotel tower and more convention space.

Submitted by Associated Press on, Apr/04/2019

A Year After #MeToo Scandal, Wynn Resorts Faces Regulators

A Year After #MeToo Scandal, Wynn Resorts Faces Regulators

Wynn Resorts has taken laudable steps to transform a culture that allowed sexual misconduct complaints against its founder to remain hidden for decades, women’s rights advocates and business experts say.

Submitted by Associated Press on, Apr/02/2019

Online Gambling Industry Icon Sue Schneider Joins SBC as Community Director

Online Gambling Industry Icon Sue Schneider Joins SBC as Community Director

Industry veteran Sue Schneider is to join SBC (Sports Betting Community) in a permanent capacity as Community Director as the organisation continues to invest in the US market ahead of this month’s Betting on Sports America conference.

Submitted by Press Release on, Apr/01/2019

U.S. Based Sportsbooks to Fall Short of Projections

Casinos in Rhode Island lost nearly $900,000 on sports betting in February after winning bets for the Super Bowl and other professional sports were paid out, the state lottery said Friday.

Submitted by Associated Press on, Apr/01/2019

Blacklisted Gambler Calls Security on Himself to Get Removed From Casino

Blacklisted Gambler Calls Security on Himself to Get Removed From Casino

Critics are questioning whether Michigan’s voluntary gambling blacklist is an effective way to prevent problematic betting since many Detroit casinos aren’t able to effectively screen banned gamblers.

Submitted by Associated Press on, Mar/31/2019

NHL Embraces More Betting, Joins With 3rd Gambling Operator

The NHL entered its third partnership in six months with a gambling operator today, another step in its embrace of business opportunities that come with legal sports betting.

Submitted by Associated Press on, Mar/30/2019

Program Aims to Teach Parents Early Warning Signs of Dangerous Gaming Habits

Program Aims to Teach Parents Early Warning Signs of Dangerous Gaming Habits

Parents will learn what signs to look for with games that expose their children to gambling

Submitted by Alistair Prescott on, Mar/28/2019

Body of 5Dimes Owner Found

A group of assassins recorded the macabre moment when they buried the body of the American businessman Sean “Tony” Creighton.

Submitted by Jagajeet Chiba on, Mar/28/2019

This Year's IEM Katowice Most Attended eSports Event in History

This Year's IEM Katowice Most Attended eSports Event in History

The ESL attendance numbers are out and we have a new world record.

Submitted by Alistair Prescott on, Mar/28/2019

Gambling Company Website Advisories

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AUGUST 2019

Submitted by C Costigan on, Mar/28/2019

NJ Seizes Gambling Winnings

NJ Seizes Gambling Winnings

New Jersey regulators have seized more than $107,000 won by underage or otherwise prohibited gamblers at Atlantic City's Borgata casino.

Submitted by Associated Press on, Mar/27/2019

Salmonella Outbreak at Casino

Salmonella Outbreak at Casino

17 individuals infected, one files suit

Submitted by Jagajeet Chiba on, Mar/27/2019

China Internet Censor Gets 14 Years for Corruption

China Internet Censor Gets 14 Years for Corruption

China’s former internet censor, who once held high-profile meetings with industry leaders such as Apple CEO Tim Cook and Facebook founder Mark Zuckerberg, was sentenced to 14 years in prison on corruption charges Tuesday.

Submitted by Associated Press on, Mar/26/2019

Rhode Island Governor Signs Bill for Mobile Sports Betting

Rhode Island's governor has signed a bill to allow mobile sports betting.  The General Assembly said Democratic Gov. Gina Raimondo signed it Monday.   

Submitted by Associated Press on, Mar/26/2019

Once Among the Most Successful Online Casino Affiliates, Erik Bergman Embarks on Changing the World

Young entrepreneur Erik Bergman made $15 million selling his ownership in online casino affiliate company

Submitted by C Costigan on, Mar/26/2019

Breaking News

Odds on TJ Watt Next Team

BetOnline.ag opened lines for the next TJ Watt and Trey Hendrickson teams before the NFL Draft as well as before the June 1st salary cap relief cuts.