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Beloved Frugal Gambler Reported Dead at 84...IS ALIVE

Beloved Frugal Gambler Reported Dead at 84...IS ALIVE

She stays at hotel-casinos up to 120 nights a year and never has to pay for a room or meal. She gets shows, manicures, massages, clothes, jewelry, even gifts for her grandchildren

Submitted by Nagesh Rath on, Nov/24/2022

Trending News Stories in the World of Gambling - November 23, 2022 (Noon ET)

Gambling customers urged to change passwords and 2FAs in betting accounts following well publicized hacks earlier in the week, plus Gambling.com Group purchases the Casinos.com domain name.   GPWA Program Manager passes away days after attending SiGMA.

Submitted by C Costigan on, Nov/23/2022

Jones vs. Ngannou; Latest Betting Odds

Jones vs. Ngannou; UFC 278 Latest Betting Odds

News surfaced Tuesday that Jones and Ngannou are “penciled in” for UFC 285 on March 5 next year. Curtis Blaydes is the backup fighter if Jones or Ngannou pull out

Submitted by C Costigan on, Nov/23/2022

IGB Affiliate London 2023 - What To Expect

IGB Affiliate London 2023 - What To Expect

The conference season might seem far away, but now is as good time as any to get your tickets for the iGB Affiliate London 2023. The biggest event in the iGaming industry gathers experts from all spheres, including game creators, marketing experts and specialized websites such as CasinoHEX Denmark. The next year, the most anticipated occasion of the year, will make business insiders wonder if they are ready for a new area and announces a revolution. Viva la revolución!

Submitted by Payton on, Nov/23/2022

FTXXX: So Many Screwed as Gambling Site Now Offering Odds on Next Crypto Exchange to Go Under

Those behind the collapsed crypto exchange FTX lived a lavish life of pill-popping, bed-hopping and video games in their $40-million Bahamas penthouse.

Submitted by Nagesh Rath on, Nov/22/2022

Bet Where Cristiano Ronaldo Ends Up Next: Man United and Ronaldo Part Ways

Ronaldo's Impact on Manchester United Revealed in the Odds

Following the deal that reunited Cristiano Ronaldo with Manchester United, BetOnline created statistical prop bets for the global icon.  But the marriage has now ended as Man United confirmed the 37-year-old has left the club with immediate effect Tuesday November 22, 2022.

Submitted by Alistair Prescott on, Nov/22/2022

Saudi Arabia Was a +1900 Underdog Versus Argentina in World Cup Game: Massive Upset

Saudi Arabia Was a +1900 Underdog Versus Argentina in World Cup Game

It's not the first time Argentina has been stunned by a huge underdog in a World Cup. Cameroon’s 1-0 win over an Argentina team led by Diego Maradona in the opening game of the 1990 World Cup

Submitted by Alistair Prescott on, Nov/22/2022

DraftKings Confirmed Some $300K Hacked From Accounts

DraftKings Confirmed Some $300K Hacked From Accounts

Hackers appeared to have changed phone numbers associated with the accounts and were able to change the two-factor authentications.

Submitted by Alejandro Botticelli on, Nov/22/2022

Fanduel Sportsbook Temporarily Closing Some Betting Accounts Following Hackings

Fanduel Sportsbook Closing Some Betting Accounts Following Hackings

Competitor Draftkings confirmed "some of their customer accounts were hacked for $300,000".

Submitted by Aaron Goldstein on, Nov/21/2022

The Best Platform for Sports Betting

The Best Platform for Sports Betting

Are you looking for the right platform for your sports betting? Read here to find out about the best platform for sports betting and learn why you'll love it.

Submitted by Aaron Goldstein on, Nov/21/2022

Zach Wilson Odds to be Next Starting Quarterback Benched at -175

Zach Wilson Odds to be Next Starting Quarterback Benched at -175

Wilson threw for just 77 yards on 9-for-22 passing. He also ran for a team-high 26 yards.  His effort overall was lackluster at best.

Submitted by Don Shapiro on, Nov/21/2022

Texans Were Among the Biggest Liabilities for BetOnline: Book Makes Out Like a Bandit

We offered up these picks in order, from top to bottom, of which teams we felt were the hottest.  Our top two (Denver and Green Bay) fizzled while the rest came through.  We went 4-2.

Submitted by Don Shapiro on, Nov/21/2022

Mickey's Foray Into Sports Betting May Be Nixed Before it Even Begins as Iger Returns to Helm

Mickey's Foray Into Sports Betting May Be Nixed Before it Even Begins as Iger Returns to Helm

Plus Trump tweet odds still available following his reinstatement to the social media platform and subsequent crickets.

Submitted by Aaron Goldstein on, Nov/21/2022

Trending News Stories in the World of Gambling - November 21, 2022 (10 am ET)

Another one bites the dust in the world of U.S. regulated sportsbooks and a bunch of companies damaged by the recent demise of the FTX Exchange as the later scrubs its page of any mention it employed an attorney tied to a massive poker cheating scheme as Head of Compliance.

Submitted by Jagajeet Chiba on, Nov/21/2022

So Far Eight Universities in Bed With Sportsbook Companies

The online gambling deals have helped athletic departments recoup some of the revenue they lost during the pandemic. The partnerships bring in extra funds that schools can use to sign marquee coaches and build winning sports teams. Mr. Haller, Michigan State’s athletic director, said in a news release at the time of the Caesars deal that it would provide “significant resource.

Submitted by Gilbert Horowitz on, Nov/20/2022

FanDuel CEO to All Others "You're Going Down!"

FanDuel CEO to All Others "You're Going Down!"

That message might just apply to all of FanDuel's competitors as well, though she likely had one specific in mind.   That would be Fanatics.

Submitted by Gilbert Horowitz on, Nov/20/2022

Hot Betting Notes for NFL Week 11 2022

The Chargers are 5-0 against the spread on the road this season.  The Jets and Vikings are both 9-0 against the spread in the fourth quarter this year.  Plenty more...

Submitted by C Costigan on, Nov/18/2022

Stagnation of the US Online Casino Market

Stagnation of the US Online Casino Market

In 2013, New Jersey approved online gambling. Delaware had already gone live, and Nevada offered online poker, but NJ was the first state to bring on a complete set of online casino games. In these first few years, several other US states were still moving to pass bills that would legalize online casino gaming.

Submitted by B.E.Delmer on, Nov/18/2022

IGB Affiliate London 2023 - What to Expect?

IGB Affiliate London 2023 - What to Expect?

The conference season might seem far away, but now is as good time as any to get your tickets for the iGB Affiliate London 2023. The biggest event in the iGaming industry gathers experts from all spheres, including game creators, marketing experts and specialized websites such as CasinoHEX Denmark.

Submitted by Alistair Prescott on, Nov/18/2022

Britain’s Political Uncertainty Has Stifled The Online Gambling Industry

Britain’s Political Uncertainty Has Stifled The Online Gambling Industry

The current reforms within the United Kingdom’s government are again set to delay the Gambling Act white paper. Flutter Entertainment’s chief executive, Peter Jackson, believes that the Gambling Act white paper will be delayed until 2023, with new ministers possibly wanting to “make their mark” on the document.

Submitted by Alistair Prescott on, Nov/18/2022

Browns Bills Bets Voided Due to Relocation

Browns Bills Bets Voided Due to Relocation

Caesars Sportsbook was now listing Buffalo as an 8-point favorite and the game had a total of 48.  But the line barely moved.

Submitted by Ean Lamb on, Nov/17/2022

BBC: Boy Gambled Away Thousands After Seeing Betting Advertisement

Nick Phillips, who helps those struggling with gambling addiction, "This poor lad has gone home an hour after the match and opened an account in his dad's name after seeing the gambling ad."

Nick Phillips, who helps those struggling with gambling addiction, "This poor lad has gone home an hour after the match and opened an account in his dad's name after seeing the gambling ad."

Submitted by Jagajeet Chiba on, Nov/17/2022

Brentford Striker Toney Charged With Breaching Betting Rules: 232 Breaches

Brentford Striker Toney Charged With Breaching Betting Rules: 232 Breaches

Plus Tom Brady among those named in lawsuit against collapsed crypto exchange.

Submitted by Jagajeet Chiba on, Nov/16/2022

NFC Playoff Mix Contains Both Brady and Rodgers

NFC Playoff Mix Contains Both Brady and Rodgers

The deaths of the careers of Tom Brady and Aaron Rodgers have been unfounded.

Submitted by Don Shapiro on, Nov/16/2022

Russell Crowe's "Poker Face" Finally Released: Early Reviews Not Good

The highly anticipated poker flick "Poker Face" has resumed production after well over a year of being shut down due to Covid.  Nearly a year later as it begins hitting theatres, there are questions as to whether filming should ever have resumed.  16% is the Rotten Tomatoes early score.

Submitted by Ace King on, Nov/16/2022

Man Who Held Bartender at Knifepoint Following Gambling Spree Apprehended

Man Who Held Bartender at Knifepoint Following Gambling Spree Apprehended

Plus Salt Lake City Police arrest 2 for allegedly running gambling biz.  They also confiscated guns and drugs at the scene.

Submitted by Jagajeet Chiba on, Nov/15/2022

Bills Still Super Bowl Favorites After Loss to Vikings

Bills Still Super Bowl Favorites After Loss to Vikings

Bufflo was coming in priced at -190 following a crazy game decided in the final minutes Sunday versus Minnesota.

Submitted by Ean Lamb on, Nov/15/2022

Ex-MLB Player Yasiel Puig Pleads Guilty to Lying About Illegal Sports Bets

Ex-MLB Player Yasiel Puig Pleads Guilty to Lying About Illegal Sports Bets

Former Major League Baseball player Yasiel Puig was set to plead guilty on Tuesday in U.S. District Court to a federal charge he lied to law enforcement officials about sports bets he made.

Submitted by Jagajeet Chiba on, Nov/15/2022

Trending News Stories in the World of Gambling - November 15, 2022 (9 am)

Trending News Stories in the World of Gambling - November 15, 2022 (9 am)

Line on Coastal Carolina vs. UVA Drops Nearly 2 Points in Wake of Shootings, The FTX Blood Bath Continues and SiGMA Kicks Off in Malta

Submitted by Gilbert Horowitz on, Nov/15/2022

Thanksgiving Flight Delays - Betting on the Over, Under

Thanksgiving Flight Delays - Betting on the Over, Under

"We're hoping for a new tradition," Barry Barger, BetUS Senior Betting Analyst, said upon the release of these odds.

Submitted by Jagajeet Chiba on, Nov/14/2022

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