Gambling

BOL's Mason: 'One Week From Today All Hell Breaks Loose"

BOL's Mason: 'One Week From Today All Hell Breaks Loose"

Dave Mason of BetOnline called Saturday the biggest betting day since Pre-Pandemic Mid-March.   In addition to the postponed spectatorless Kentucky Derby, there were college football games, some US Open tennis, baseball and hockey.

Submitted by Mary Montgomery on, Sep/06/2020

Where Can I Bet Online From LA?

Where Can I Bet Online From LA?

With a large number of sports teams, you can bet online via your mobile device or laptop from the Los Angelies area via BetUS, a sportsbook you have grown to love and trust for over 25 years now. 

Submitted by Don Shapiro on, Sep/03/2020

How Can I Become an Independent Bookmaker

How Can I Become an Independent Bookmaker

It is easy to become an independent bookmaker.  You just will need a full service Pay Per Head software platform in order to run your business.

Submitted by Aaron Goldstein on, Sep/01/2020

6 More States May Legalize Sports Betting in 2020

6 More States May Legalize Sports Betting in 2020

According to Sports Handle, these six states are currently considering the legalization of sports betting in 2020: Massachusetts, New York, Ohio, Louisiana, Maryland and South Dakota.

Submitted by Aaron Goldstein on, Sep/01/2020

Borgata: Ocean Casino is Poaching our Execs, Trade Secrets

Borgata: Ocean Casino is Poaching our Execs, Trade Secrets

Atlantic City’s top casino is accusing a rival of poaching a half-dozen of its top marketing executives in an attempt to “cripple” it by using secret details about its best and most profitable customers. 

Submitted by Associated Press on, Sep/01/2020

SBOBET Mobile as Covid-19 solution for practical gambling

SBOBET Mobile as Covid-19 solution for practical gambling

Gaming industry is having a blast, Nintendo one of the biggest console game producers has 428% operating profit compared to the same Q2 last year, which reached as high as $1.37 billion. Due to the mobility of the Nintendo console which we know as Nintendo Switch and the games like Animal Crossing, Nintendo was able to far surpassing the analyst expectation by Refinitiv who had estimated 590 million. Contrasted to gambling industry is having a big hit, Mostly casinos that have to adjust to government regulation and renovation to the new normal.

Submitted by Payton on, Aug/31/2020

Can I Place a Bet on the FoxBet App From Oklahoma

Can I Place a Bet on the FoxBet App From Oklahoma

FoxBet is not available from the great state of Oklahoma, but great news - BetUS, now celebrating 25 years in business, welcomes sports bettors from the Sooner State. 

Submitted by Mary Montgomery on, Aug/29/2020

Pointsbet Inks Deal With NBC Sports

Pointsbet Inks Deal With NBC Sports

NBCUniversal and PointsBet today announced a multi-year partnership by which PointsBet becomes the official sports betting partner of NBC Sports.

Submitted by Press Release on, Aug/29/2020

Can I Place a Bet on the FanDuel App From Toronto

Can I Place a Bet on the FanDuel App From Toronto

While watching Raptors games you are bound to see plenty of advertisements and displays for FanDuel Sportsbook.  Unfortunately, Toronto residents are not permitted to play there.  Alternatives include BetUS, which is now celebrating its 25th year in business and offers a generous 100% welcome bonus (max bonus $2500).

Submitted by Don Shapiro on, Aug/29/2020

Is Gambling a Good Business Venture

Gambling is a great business venture, as long as it is done the correct way. If you are just looking to make wagers on games for yourself, then this would not be the way to make money. Gamblers all lose over the long term, and this can easily be seen by just looking at any casino.

Submitted by C Costigan on, Aug/28/2020

How Easy is it to Run My Own Online Sportsbook?

With the proper Pay Per Head software, it is easy peasy to run an online sportsbook from the comfort of your own home.

Submitted by Aaron Goldstein on, Aug/27/2020

Win A Bet In NFL With These Must Heard Experts Advice

Win A Bet In NFL With These Must Heard Experts Advice

Watching a live game show of the NFL (National Football League) may be at the comfort of your home or cheering with the wild crowd in the bleachers, there is no doubt that the fun and excitement are overwhelming. But if it's combined with betting on which team will win and think of the prize pool, that's another story. 

 

Submitted by Payton on, Aug/27/2020

Gambling and Covid-19: What impact can we expect?

Gambling and Covid-19: What impact can we expect?

The worldwide lockdowns of 2020 have caused casinos and bookmakers to close their doors and sporting events to be delayed or canceled. Therefore, Covid-19 has already had a significant impact on various forms of gambling, and the future of the gambling industry is looking uncertain. However, seeing as human beings have gambled since Stone Age times, it seems highly unlikely that gambling activity will suddenly drop off the face of the planet.

Submitted by Payton on, Aug/27/2020

Bets Refunded on Games Postponed by Protests

Bets Refunded on Games Postponed by Protests

Bets on Wednesday’s NBA, WNBA and MLB games that were called off will be refunded at most Las Vegas sportsbooks.

Submitted by Associated Press on, Aug/26/2020

The Emergence of Online Gambling Sites

The Emergence of Online Gambling Sites

Shortly after the emergency of the internet, gambling became a leisure-at- home activity, in the form of online gambling sites. With these sites, the revolution in the casino industry took centre stage and this allowed gamblers to experience the excitement and thrills of being in a casino right from the comfort of their homes.

Submitted by Payton on, Aug/24/2020

Full Guide: How to Start to Play Free Online Casino Slots in 20 Minutes Like Professional

Full Guide: How to Start to Play Free Online Casino Slots in 20 Minutes Like Professional

Free online casino slots have become increasingly popular all around the world, with many people from all walks of life taking an interest in trying out the thousands of different online slot machines without any need for real money risks or deposits. This guide will introduce you to free online slots, explaining what they are, how they work, why they managed to become so popular, which are the best options to try out, and more.

Submitted by Payton on, Aug/24/2020

Best New Slot Machines to look out for in 2020

Best New Slot Machines to look out for in 2020

In 2020, over 300 new online slot games have been launched and these games are added to top new slot sites every month.

Submitted by Payton on, Aug/24/2020

Winamax Under Fire for Homophobic Tweet

Winamax Under Fire for Homophobic Tweet

French online gambling giant Winamax is in hot water after its sportsbook arm posted an offensive Champions League celebration tweet that was considered homophobic.

Submitted by Nagesh Rath on, Aug/21/2020

Draftkings Sportsbook Wants Illinois Online Registration, An NFL Bubble for the Playoffs?

Draftkings Sportsbook Wants Illinois Online Registration, An NFL Bubble for the Playoffs?

Draftkings sportsbook wasn't even allowed in the state of Illinois as originally planned.  That soon changed.  But the popular US-based web gambling site is looking for something more: To allow online registration.  Currently, folks who want to join the site in Illinois must do so by registering in person, thus allowing for online sportsbooks licensed in other jurisdictions to remain competitive in Illinois.

Submitted by Gilbert Horowitz on, Aug/19/2020

How Big Is The Japanese Online Gambling Market?

In online gambling differently, but one country where the market has not been properly tapped is Japan.

Submitted by Payton on, Aug/19/2020

Tennessee Sports Betting Will Feature Dreaded Payout Cap

Once appearing to be among the most enticing states in which to place sports bets, Tennessee gamblers may be out of luck if they are looking for a lucrative pay day.

Submitted by Gilbert Horowitz on, Aug/18/2020

The Best New Jersey Online Casinos—7 Things to Look Out For

The Best New Jersey Online Casinos—7 Things to Look Out For

If you’re looking for the best online casino in New Jersey, you probably want to win decent money playing slots and poker. You also want to play a wide range of games, get bonuses regularly and receive quality customer service. 

Submitted by Payton on, Aug/18/2020

12-Year Old Girl Caught Gambling at Casino

12-Year Old Girl Caught Gambling at Casino

Surveillance footage released by the regulator showed the pre-teen being sneaked into the casino by her mother, who held an exit door open for her to avoid security.

Submitted by Jagajeet Chiba on, Aug/17/2020

"Bettor Days" to Launch on ESPN+ With Mike Greenberg

"Bettor Days" to Launch on ESPN+ With Mike Greenberg

In a sign of the growing acceptance of sports betting in the US, ESPN+ announced a new wagering-related program hosted by Mike Greenberg, "Bettor Days".

Submitted by Don Shapiro on, Aug/17/2020

Draftkings Loses $161M Amid Pandemic, LeoVegas Revenues Surge

Draftkings Loses $161M Amid Pandemic, LeoVegas Revenues Surge

Without sports, the bookmakers were bound to take quite a hit.  During the global pandemic, books had to resort to simulations, Belarus football and - by far the most popular of all sports - Russian table tennis.   None of this really helped it seems.

Submitted by Aaron Goldstein on, Aug/14/2020

Trade Group Report: Gambling Economy Hit Hard by Coronavirus

Trade Group Report: Gambling Economy Hit Hard by Coronavirus

The coronavirus and efforts to fight it have hit U.S. casinos and legal gambling businesses hard, leading to a nearly 79% drop in commercial gambling revenue for the second quarter of 2020, the industry’s trade association reported Thursday.

Submitted by Associated Press on, Aug/14/2020

Suspect Arrested in Mugging of Keyport Man Returning From Monmouth Park

Neptune Man Arrested in Mugging of Keyport Man Returning From Monmouth Park

Authorities have made an arrest over a year after a Keyport, New Jersey man was robbed returning home from winning a significant amount of money at Monmouth Park.

Submitted by Jagajeet Chiba on, Aug/13/2020

Top 5 COVID-19 Related Gambling Trends You Can Expect to Take Shape Revealed!

Top 5 COVID-19 Related Gambling Trends You Can Expect to Take Shape Revealed!

Across the globe, various businesses and sectors are struggling to adapt to the new norm of COVID-19. The gambling sector is not spared either, with activities being crippled in several ways. The operators of the agencies can testify the industry is hit hard. Does a question arise about what you can expect from the betting sector from agencies and punters themselves? Here are some of the top trends you can expect to see during post lockdown related to gambling activities.  

Submitted by Payton on, Aug/13/2020

Two Charged in $4 Mil Casino Theft, Macau Reopens

Two Charged in $4 Mil Casino Theft, Macau Reopens

Two people have been charged in an alleged Livermore gambling scheme involving a theft of about $4 million, state prosecutors said Monday.

Submitted by Aaron Goldstein on, Aug/12/2020

NJ Sports Bettors Screwed for Now, Kentucky Derby Updates Covid Protocols

NJ Sports Bettors Screwed for Now, Kentucky Derby Updates Covid Protocols

Soccer bets at FanDuel Sportsbook remain unpaid in New Jersey and Indiana since Mid-July as gaming regulators conduct an investigation. 

Submitted by Jagajeet Chiba on, Aug/12/2020

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