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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

Huge Double Dip for Leagues in This NY Mobile Sports Betting Bill

Huge Double Dip for Leagues in This NY Mobile Sports Betting Bill

Sports betting is legal in the Empire State, but few can place bets.  Currently, only land-based casinos operate sportsbooks in regions that are not easily accessible to most living in New York.

Submitted by Aaron Goldstein on, Aug/11/2020

These Online Casino Trends Set to Take Hold for Remainder of 2020

These Online Casino Trends Set to Take Hold for Remainder of 2020

2020 is the year we all want to escape, unless of course you are an online casino operator, run a virtual meeting platform, or food/grocery delivery app.

Submitted by Aaron Goldstein on, Aug/10/2020

PointsBet to Partner With Denver Nuggets, Colorado Avalanche, More

Sports Illustrated Gambling has learned exclusively that PointsBet Sportsbook has entered into a multi-year partnership with Kroenke Sports & Entertainment, LLC ("KSE").

Submitted by Aaron Goldstein on, Aug/06/2020

New Gambling Law in the Netherlands Explained

New Gambling Law in the Netherlands Explained

From rumors to reality, the law that would legalize online gambling in the Netherlands is finally enacted by the Dutch parliament. The Remote Gambling Decree was presented to the parliament, along with two different letters filled with answers responding to questions that had earlier been raised at the previous parliamentary debates. The major points of discussion were in regards to extending the cooling-off period by six-months and whether or not to prohibit the advertisement of online gambling services. At the end of the day, the cool-off period was extended and the proposed ban on advertising was denied. 

Submitted by Payton on, Aug/06/2020

Are Online Casinos Legal in the Netherlands?

Are Online Casinos Legal in the Netherlands?

The much-anticipated new gambling regulation in the Netherlands is changing the scene of online gambling and the gambling industry as a whole. The ministry overseeing the new gambling regulations has announced that the new legislation would transform the Dutch gambling industry. After several years of lurking in the shadows, online casino and gambling vendors are now free to roam and legally promote games to Dutch players. So yeah, online casinos have now been made legal in the Netherlands, but with a lot of rules and guidelines, enough to stifle the joy of the news. 

Submitted by Payton on, Aug/06/2020

When is a Sportsbook is Responsible for Their Faulty Lines, Koepka a Liability

When is a Sportsbook is Responsible for Their Faulty Lines, Koepka a Liability

""At what point does a sports book become responsible for their own errors?"

Submitted by C Costigan on, Aug/06/2020

Unmasked Man Removed in Handcuffs From Vegas Casino

Unmasked Man Removed in Handcuffs From Vegas Casino

Video of a gambler in Las Vegas being cuffed by security for refusing to wear a mask in the 4 Queens Casino has surfaced on The Sun website, not to mention headlining the Drudge Report.

Submitted by Jagajeet Chiba on, Aug/04/2020

"Evolve or Die": Tribal Chief Talks Draftkings Partnership in MI

"Evolve or Die": Tribal Chief Talks Draftkings Partnership in MI

Bryan Newland, chairman of the Bay Mills Indian Community, explained why his tribe was so quick to partner with Draftkings in an effort to bring legalized sports betting to Michigan.

Submitted by Gilbert Horowitz on, Aug/04/2020

PGA Tour Next Frontier for Gambling? Wirecard Processed for Mafia-Controlled Casino

PGA Tour Next Frontier for Gambling? Wirecard Processed for Mafia-Controlled Casino

PGA Golf is looking to make a major impact in the world of legalized gambling and sports betting.

Submitted by Aaron Goldstein on, Aug/03/2020

Hill's Asher in Line of Fire Following Twitter Tirade Attacking Offshores

Hill's Asher in Line of Fire Following Twitter Tirade Attacking Offshores

VSiN's Gill Alexander @beatingthebook is the latest to lash out at William Hill CEO Joe Asher for his attack on the offshore sports betting industry.

Submitted by Jagajeet Chiba on, Jul/30/2020

DraftKings Becomes PGA TOUR’s First Official Betting Operator

DraftKings Becomes PGA TOUR’s First Official Betting Operator

The PGA TOUR and DraftKings Inc. (Nasdaq: DKNG), have announced an expansion of their multi-year content and marketing relationship today that now designates DraftKings as the first “Official Betting Operator of the PGA TOUR.” In July 2019, DraftKings became the TOUR’s first “Official Daily Fantasy Game of the PGA TOUR” as part of a multi-year, exclusive arrangement.

Submitted by Press Release on, Jul/29/2020

Pro Sports Bettor Goes on Epic Twitter Rant Against Will Hill

Pro Sports Bettor Goes on Epic Twitter Rant Against Will Hill

A popular professional sports bettor blasted bookmaker Wililam Hill Wednesday in epic fashion.

Submitted by Jagajeet Chiba on, Jul/29/2020

Federal Judge Rules OK Tribal Gaming Compacts Automatically Renewed Jan. 1

Federal Judge Rules OK Tribal Gaming Compacts Automatically Renewed Jan. 1

A federal judge ruled Tuesday that Oklahoma’s tribal gaming compacts automatically renewed on Jan. 1, handing a victory to the tribes who sued Gov. Kevin Stitt to renew them.

Submitted by Associated Press on, Jul/29/2020

ESPN Online Gaming Allows Bitcoin Deposits, Withdrawals

ESPN Global has now launched a blockchain-powered gaming platform.  Individuals will now be able to make deposits using Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies.

Submitted by Aaron Goldstein on, Jul/28/2020

Is Sports Betting a Good Investment?

Is Sports Betting a Good Investment?

Whether or not sports betting is a good investment depends on one major factor, which is if you are the one gambling and making wagers for yourself, or are you the one booking action on wagers for other people? The difference is extremely important because gamblers over the long term always lose money, so if you are the one betting and making wagers then this is not going to be a good investment. However, if you are on the other side of the wagers and are booking the action for people then this will be a great investment and you could easily make a career out of it and make thousands of dollars a week.

Submitted by C Costigan on, Jul/23/2020

Best Technologies in the UK Casino Industry

Best Technologies in the UK Casino Industry

The casino world keeps delivering exactly what their consumers crave. The key players in this industry are always on the lookout for anything that will elevate the overall customer experience. While there are many reasons why the industry has grown by leaps and bounds, the advancements in technology have had a significant role in this growth.  

Submitted by Payton on, Jul/23/2020

Probe Into Ladbrokes Parent Company Expands, $890K in Bitcoin Seized

Probe Into Ladbrokes Parent Company Expands, $890K in Bitcoin Seized

The United Kingdom tax authorities have widened their ongoing investigation into online sportsbook operator GVC Holdings allegedly regarding the activities of its former Turkish subsidiary.  GVC Holdings is the parent company of Ladbroke, PartyPoker and Bwin.

Submitted by Jagajeet Chiba on, Jul/22/2020

Gambling Lobbyist Among Those Arrested in Case Tied to Ohio House Speaker

Gambling Lobbyist Among Those Arrested in Case Tied to Ohio House Speaker

The speaker of the Ohio House and four other people were arrested Tuesday in a $60 million federal bribery investigation, a person briefed on the matter said, as the FBI raided the legislative leader’s rural farm

Submitted by Associated Press on, Jul/22/2020

Both Draftkings and FanDuel Now Obtain Sports Betting Licenses in Illinois

Both Draftkings and FanDuel Now Obtain Sports Betting Licenses in Illinois

After initially preventing Draftkings and FanDuel from entering the state of Illinois, it's game one for both.

Submitted by Aaron Goldstein on, Jul/21/2020

Eldorado Finishes $17.3M Buyout of Caesars Entertainment

Eldorado Finishes $17.3M Buyout of Caesars Entertainment

A Nevada company that started in 1973 with a single hotel-casino in Reno announced Monday it has completed a $17.3 billion buyout of Caesars Entertainment Corp. and will take the iconic company’s name going forward as the largest casino owner in the world. 

Submitted by Associated Press on, Jul/20/2020

Man Charged With Gambling Away PPP Funds, Betting Network Busted

Man Charged With Gambling Some of Millions in PPP Funds

Andrew Marnell, 40, a resident of the Beverly Grove neighborhood of Los Angeles, has been arrested and charged federally with fraudulently obtaining some $9 million in coronavirus relief funds and using some of the money to gamble in Las Vegas.

Submitted by Jagajeet Chiba on, Jul/20/2020

Judge Dismisses Harassment Lawsuit Against Wynn Resorts

Judge Dismisses Harassment Lawsuit Against Wynn Resorts

A federal judge has dismissed a lawsuit filed by nine women who alleged they were sexually harassed by former casino mogul Steve Wynn.

Submitted by Associated Press on, Jul/20/2020

Ellmount Gaming Partners With Rightlander.com

Ellmount Gaming Partners With Rightlander.com

Tier-one operator continues its commitment to marketing compliance by partnering with the industry’s leading compliance platform

Submitted by Press Release on, Jul/20/2020

Borgata to Reopen July 26

Borgata to Reopen July 26

The Borgata casino will reopen on July 26, the last of Atlantic City's nine gambling resorts to resume operating amid the coronavirus outbreak. The casino will host an invitation-only "soft opening" starting July 23, Borgata officials told The Associated Press, and will open its doors to everyone three days later.

Submitted by Associated Press on, Jul/15/2020

Finding Pay Per Head Service Providers

Finding Pay Per Head Service Providers

Finding a top notch pay per head service provider is the most important step you can make as a bookie. There are hundreds of them out there in cyberland and the choices can be a bit overwhelming if not intimidating. There are a few basic laws of the land that you need to know before choosing a pay per head to manage your business. We don’t want to tell you who to choose, rather what you should look for before you make the choice.

Submitted by C Costigan on, Jul/15/2020

The Hottest Online Business of 2020

 The Hottest Online Business of 2020

The Covid-19 pandemic has hit the world hard and sports betting was no exception, it made sports fans nightmares come true, a world without sports unless you are into Esports… at least for a while. We must admit, we lived uncertain and scary times, because for a moment, we saw our idols, our dynasties, disappear into a world we had never even imagined before. 

Submitted by C Costigan on, Jul/15/2020

NJ June Gambling Revenue Down 65.6% Amid Virus Closure

NJ June Gambling Revenue Down 65.6% Amid Virus Closure

The final month of coronavirus-mandated closures for New Jersey’s casinos and racetracks was predictably bad.

Submitted by Associated Press on, Jul/14/2020

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