Gambling

It's War! Underdog Fantasy Founder Tears Into DraftKings, FanDuel, Says New Sportsbook Coming

Jeremy Levy accuses both companies of working behind the scenes to undermine Underdog.

Submitted by Gilbert Horowitz on, Aug/10/2023

BetOnline 2023 Promotions Unveiled as NFL Preseason Upon Us

Play for $10,000 in sportsbook prizes when you enter the La Liga Kickoff contest, Win free spins for every game you bet and more.

Submitted by Press Release on, Aug/10/2023

New Billy Walters Book Claims Phil Mickelson Bet Over $1 Billion in the Last Three Decades

Excerpts from Walters upcoming book "Gambler: Secrets from a Life of Risk" make the startling claims in addition to allegations that the golfer tried to place a $400K bet on the Ryder Cup through Walters.

Submitted by Gilbert Horowitz on, Aug/10/2023

DraftKings Sees 10 Percent Plunge in Share Price on News of ESPN-Penn Sports Betting Deal

DraftKings Sees 10 Percent Plunge in Share Price on News of ESPN-Penn Sports Betting Deal

Mickey Mouse goes all-in on sports betting, at least as long as Disney remains the parent company of ESPN.

Submitted by Frank Doyle on, Aug/10/2023

Announcing the Moneymaker Tour Mega Satellite

We just enjoyed a relaxing weekend in Daytona Beach and now leave the two in good hands as beloved poker pro Chris Moneymaker heads there for what is aptly named the Moneymaker Tour Mega Satellite.  And it is going to be wild.

Submitted by Ace King on, Aug/09/2023

Gambling 911 World Exclusive: Government Agency Investigating BetMGM for Stiffing Special Ed Teacher

Gambling 911 World Exclusive: Government Agency Investigating BetMGM for Stiffing Special Ed Teacher

The Virginia Lottery, a government agency that regulates all gambling in the State of Virginia, is investigating a situation in which a Virginia teacher won $214,500 betting on the women’s World Cup with sportsbook BetMGM.

Submitted by Thomas Somach on, Aug/09/2023

Prime Sports to Offer Highest Limits to US Bettors, Vows Not to Boot Them

Prime Sports to Offer Highest Limits to US Bettors, Vows Not to Boot Them

Newcomer Prime Sports is the latest to join the regulated sports gambling market.  This isn't just any newcomer as many of those involved are long time friends of Gambling911.com.

Submitted by t c jackson on, Aug/09/2023

Teacher's Bet: Virginia Lottery Wants Answers as to Why BetMGM Cancelled $214K Bet

The Virginia Lottery on Tuesday promised Gambling911's Thomas Somach it will get to the bottom of a controversy surrounding BetMGM's decision to cancel a Fairfax County teacher's $214,000 winning bet based on what it claimed to be an "obvious error".

Submitted by t c jackson on, Aug/09/2023

Paying to Play: A Comprehensive Look at Payment Methods in Sports Betting

Paying to Play: A Comprehensive Look at Payment Methods in Sports Betting

The captivating world of sports betting has transcended mere gambling and become a significant cultural phenomenon. Central to this industry is the way money changes hands. The diversification of payment methods has not only brought convenience but also influenced how people approach sports betting

Submitted by Payton on, Aug/09/2023

ESPN Signs 1st Sports Betting Deal as Penn Sells Back Barstool to Dave Portnoy

Will ESPN continue to cover the sports gambling industry without worrying about potentially upsetting an advertiser as it prepares to launch sportsbook this fall?

Submitted by Gilbert Horowitz on, Aug/08/2023

70,000 Apple App Downloads in Four Days for Betr Ahead of Jake Paul vs. Nate Diaz Fight

70,000 Apple App Downloads in Four Days for Betr Ahead of Jake Paul vs. Nate Diaz Fight

Betr Picks provides users with the ability to make “More” or “Less” fantasy entries for player lineups based on their projections and in that regard resembles other hybrid DFS platforms like PrizePicks and Underdog Fantasy. 

Submitted by Aaron Goldstein on, Aug/08/2023

I'm NOT for Teacher: BetMGM Continues to Screw Educator Out of $214K in Virginia

Fairfax County teacher wants the $214K owed as BetMGM refuses payout.

Submitted by t c jackson on, Aug/08/2023

The Forthcoming Landscape of Online Casino Legislation in U.S. States

The Forthcoming Landscape of Online Casino Legislation in U.S. States

As the advent of online gambling begins to shift the balance of the betting world, the United States finds itself in a nuanced dilemma. The issue at hand is the legalization of online casinos. Right now, legal gambling online in the U.S. is limited - only six states permit online casino operations: Delaware, Michigan, New Jersey, Connecticut, West Virginia and Pennsylvania. Furthermore, online poker is authorized in these six states and Nevada, albeit sites in Connecticut and West Virginia have yet to go live.

Submitted by Payton on, Aug/07/2023

European Safer Gambling Week 2023: Promoting Responsible Gaming Across Europe

European Safer Gambling Week 2023: Promoting Responsible Gaming Across Europe

Welcome to the world of safer gambling! Understanding the significance of safeguarding gamblers, EGBA, the European Gaming and Betting Association, is proud to announce the European Safer Gambling Week 2023, a milestone event aimed at promoting responsible gaming across Europe.

Submitted by Guest on, Aug/07/2023

BetMGM: Sorry Our Bad, Won't Pay $214K in Winning Bets to Teacher

Company claimed it was "an obvious error" and offered a $100 free bet for the inconvenience after cancelling the payout.

Submitted by Jagajeet Chiba on, Aug/07/2023

John L. Smith: News of Federal Probe Another Troublesome Headline for Resorts World Las Vegas

The probe appears to be focused on executive(s) and/or former execs of Vegas casinos and the alleged use of casino comps as well as chips to pay off gambling debts to a bookmaking business.

Submitted by t c jackson on, Aug/06/2023

Can I Bet on BetUS From Maryland?

Can I Bet on BetUS From Maryland?

While you now have the option of betting with a total of 14 regulated state sportsbook apps in the state of Maryland, internationally-licensed (also known as offshore) gambling websites like BetUS do offer a few attractive features that will not be found with the Maryland apps.

Submitted by Tony Caliente on, Aug/06/2023

Social Media Influencer Kai Cenat Faces Charges of Inciting Riot After Thousands Cause Mayhem in NYC

The event produced chaos, with dozens of people arrested — some jumping atop vehicles, hurling bottles and throwing punches.

Submitted by Aaron Goldstein on, Aug/06/2023

Actor Paul Schrader Gets Tossed From Zoom Poker Game

Actor Paul Schrader Gets Tossed From Zoom Poker Game

Deadline.com in September 2023 revealed that actor Paul Schrader had been thrown out of a Zoom poker game during the Covid 19 lockdown.  More recently he referred to "Mission: Impossible 7' as a claptrap and saying “There’s no reason that AI, given the correct prompts, could not have written this script".

Submitted by Nagesh Rath on, Aug/04/2023

Hunter Dekkers, Ahron Ulis Linked to Iowa State Gambling Probe: 7 Now Criminally Charged

Iowa baseball player Gehrig Christensen and Iowa kicker Aaron Blom were also charged.

Submitted by Jagajeet Chiba on, Aug/04/2023

Countless Streamers Impacted by Latest Twitch Gambling Ban

Countless Streamers Impacted by Latest Twitch Gambling Ban

Latest ban comes one year after popular streamer was accused of bilking users out of hundreds of thousands of dollars to fuel gambling addiction

Submitted by Aaron Goldstein on, Aug/04/2023

Celebrity Accountant Who Represented Conor McGregor Pleads Guilty in Widening Bookie Probe

Expansive probe involves massive California bookmaking business with Vegas executives potential clients.

Submitted by Nagesh Rath on, Aug/03/2023

How North Carolina’s Sports Betting Legalization will Impact Government Revenue

How North Carolina’s Sports Betting Legalization will Impact Government Revenue

If you’ve followed the emergence of the regulated sports betting industry in the United States, you’ll quickly understand that it doesn’t take a brain scientist to realize who the true beneficiaries are.  That would be the state.

Submitted by Gilbert Horowitz on, Aug/03/2023

Gambling Platforms for 2023: A Journey into Online Gaming

Gambling Platforms for 2023: A Journey into Online Gaming

Welcome to the world of trendsetting gambling platforms for 2023, where innovation and excitement collide in the realm of online gaming. As the demand for dynamic and user-friendly experiences surges, the gambling industry is set to redefine entertainment.

Submitted by Payton on, Aug/02/2023

High-Stakes Gambler-Turned-FBI Confidential Source Continues to Pound Narrative MGM Execs Tied to Bookie

High-Stakes Gambler-Turned-FBI Confidential Source Claims MGM Execs Fired Over Bookie Ties

Gambling911.com has been unable to confirm this claims as RJ Cipriani made additional allegations on Fourth of July holiday.

Submitted by Alejandro Botticelli on, Aug/02/2023

Feds Reportedly Investigating Las Vegas Casino Execs Ties to Indicted Bookie

California law enforcement said to be looking into whether certain high level Vegas employees used casino assets to pay gambling debts and also provided confidential customer data to bookmaking operation.

Submitted by Nagesh Rath on, Aug/02/2023

Betr Introduces Real Money Fantasy Sports Vertical That Looks a Lot Like Sports Betting

And they just introduced it in a state that ordered Prizepicks and Underdog Fantasy to cease offering a near identical product.

Submitted by Gilbert Horowitz on, Aug/01/2023

Lt. Gov. Who Played Key Role in US Sports Betting Legislation Efforts Dies

Described as a pioneering public servant, New Jersey Lt Gov Sheila Oliver passed away on Tuesday.

Submitted by Gilbert Horowitz on, Aug/01/2023

Manhunt on for Missionary Who Raised $33M for Bibles and Blew Much of it on Gambling

$1 million was deposited onto an unnamed online sports betting site that has since been shut down due to fraudulent activity.

Submitted by C Costigan on, Aug/01/2023

Is Underdog Fantasy a Sports Betting Site? Wyoming Says 'Yes', Orders Them Out

Meanwhile PrizePicks DFS app has now overtaken both the DraftKings and FanDuel DFS products while Underdog Fantasy has conquered FanDuel and nipping at the heels of heels of DraftKings.

Submitted by C Costigan on, Aug/01/2023

Breaking News

Is Mobile Gambling Killing the Desktop Casino?

Over the last decade, gambling has followed the rest of the internet into the palm of our hands. Gambling used to be a desktop-first experience, but now it’s shifted to mobile as phones and tablets have grown more powerful, faster, and easier to use. It’s so convenient to use your phone to play from anywhere that it’s changed how people interact with casino games. Yet some players and operators still cling to the desktop experience. So, is mobile gambling just the new normal, or is it replacing desktops altogether?