Sportsbook News
Gas Price Total Betting Now Under $5 at BetOnline With New Trending, Possible Tax Suspension

On Wednesday, U.S. President Joe Biden announced he is preparing to call on Congress to suspend the federal gasoline and diesel taxes for three months.
House Panel Advances Sports Betting Bills in North Carolina

All eyes on North Carolina as the House Judiciary 1 Committee there has approved two sports betting bills with a legislative deadline looming on June 30.
Gamblers React to Prediction Coming True: The New Kreskin?

For his next trick, Somach will begin raising the dead......maybe......but who knew he knew the future of sports betting would include betting at arenas back when he made his bold prediction in 1999.
No More Risk Free Bet Promo at DraftKings: Becomes No Sweat Bet

Plus BetBull Sportsbooks shuts its doors for good July 7.
If it Happens: NC Will Have to Wait for Mobile Betting Until at Least January 1, 2023

The House Judiciary 1 Committee does have a scheduled hearing for both bills today (Tuesday June 21) at 4 pm. While there is still some opposition in both party caucuses, a key provision to raise the collected taxes from 8% to 14% is likely to appease some who were on the fence.
Online Gambling Affiliates in Spain Get Around New Ad Restrictions

Restrictions include a ban on sports gaming company sponsorship deals as well as limiting advertisements to the 1 am to 5 am hour.
World Pool Grows 35% at Royal Ascot

There is no disputing just how popular the Royal Ascot has become in recent years. The numbers don't lie. The five-day Royal meeting this year took in a record £168 million bet into the World Pool. It also resulted in the biggest World Pool ever on a British race with £6.6 million wagered on the Coronation Stakes.
Sports Betting Ads Are Out of Control: Could a Crackdown Be Coming?

Unlike in the UK, where an Advertising Standards Authority requires stringent protocol and is not afraid to dole out fines to offenders, the United States is yet to impose such restrictions on language contained within ad spots.
Gambling911's Thomas Somach Predicted Sports Betting at Arenas and Stadiums.....20 Years Ago!!!

Decades ago, Somach was hobnobbing with the likes of Desmond Tutu and Phillies great Mike Schmidt. He was also making bold predictions about the future of legalized sports wagering at a time when the Feds were handing out indictments like they were candy.
SWARC May Be Bowing to Pressure: Get Mobile Sports Betting Up and Running Now

Commission schedules an additional meeting in wake of Governor's scathing letter. Plus: Time is ticking on North Carolina mobile sports betting with July 4 deadline looming.
Michigan Signs Multijurisdictional Poker Agreement: How It Works

A multijurisdictional poker deal has been signed in Michigan, allowing internet poker players to compete in poker across state boundaries. What does it mean? What does it do? And What is the purpose of such an agreement?
Maryland Governor Blasts State's Sports Betting Launch

Hogan is demanding that SWARC set a firm launch date, award licenses on a first-come, first serve basis and prioritize those licenses that are already partnered with Maryland land-based casino operators.
Paddy Power Causing Trouble Again....Praise Jesus They're Back!!!!

Boring Paddy Power has left the building. Enter the old Paddy. An advert for betting firm Paddy Power has been banned for encouraging repetitive gambling.
Sports Betting News: Sports Betting's Prop Queen Kicked Out of Fantasy League in 7th Grade for "Being Too Good"

Plus: Auditors discover Colorado sportsbook operators could have criminal backgrounds, questionable tax practices uncovered.
How to Get Started at a Bitcoin Sportsbook

If you have limited knowledge about Bitcoin, don’t worry. You can still get started with a Bitcoin sportsbook. In fact, getting started with a Bitcoin sportsbook is so easy, you can do it in five minutes or less.
SBC Summit North America: Amani Toomer, Charles Oakley to Speak at Player Protection Symposium

The New York for the Player Protection Symposium on July 12 panel discussion looks to educate industry professionals on the best responsible gambling practices and focuses its discourse on the increasing importance of consumer protection measures.
FanDuel Spokesperson Charles Barkley: Too Much Sports Gambling

NBA commentator Charles Barkley has made no secret of the fact that he loves to gamble, losing $1 million on at least one occasion. He appears on an NBA picks show and in FanDuel commercials. So when Barkley said this week that he believes there is way too much sports gambling, the reaction via Twitter was swift and not flattering towards the former NBA star.
Gambling.com Group Set to Join Russell 3000® Index

Gambling.com Group Limited (Nasdaq: GAMB) (“Gambling.com Group” or the “Group”), a leading provider of player acquisition services for the regulated global online gambling industry, today announced it is set to join the broad-market Russell 3000® Index at the conclusion of the 2022 Russell indexes annual reconstitution, according to a preliminary list of additions posted by FTSE Russell on June 3, 2022.
The Perilous Power Balance Between Regulators, Sportsbooks and Bettors: Protecting the Player

Host of the PropsAndHopsPod podcast, Matt Landes, just sat down with Adam Chernoff to discuss his recent Covers.com article on how better to protect sports bettors.
Securing Your Bitcoin Account

When you use Bitcoin, or BTC, to make transactions, you are taking part in one of the most secure ways to send money and to receive money. Even if BTC was a a stable coin, one that’s pegged to the U.S. dollar, utilizing Bitcoin for financial transactions would still be the safest way to go.
SBC Summit for Sports Betting Taking Place in NJ July 12-14

Join over 3,000 delegates and 50+ exhibitors at the Meadowlands Exposition Center in New Jersey on July 12-14 for the Leading Sports Betting and iGaming Event in North America! Take advantage of this one-of-a-kind opportunity to connect with and learn from leading executives and decision-makers from all over North America in one place!
New Line Service Seeks to Dominate Sports Betting Industry

Don Best, watch your back! There’s a new sheriff in town. Don Best Sports, the nation’s preeminent line service, will soon be facing a major new competitor in the odds biz.
Getting Ready for the 2022 Belmont Stakes

The 2022 Belmont Stakes is upon us. And we’re here to get you ready for it.
Advantages of Betting With Bitcoin

When it comes to the act of placing a bet, there’s no difference between betting with dollars or BTC. You must still handicap sports games, find overlays, and decide which team will cover against the spread.
Is Crypto Gambling the Next Revolution?

Betting on sports, especially horses, has been around for over a century. Betting on games like roulette, baccarat, and poker occurred even before the first horse racing bet. During gambling’s history, there have been few disruptive innovations. But once in a while a huge disruptor rises to change the industry. Crypto gambling is one such disruptor.
Top Advantages of Anonymous Betting

Being anonymous has major advantages. If you’re a sports bettor, the advantages mean even more.
A Quick Introduction to eSports Betting

If you’re unfamiliar with crypto gambling, you won’t be for long. Keep reading to find out everything you must know to start betting with crypto. If you’ve bet on sports for more than three years, you know what eSports betting is.
Complete Guide to Crypto Gambling

If you’re unfamiliar with crypto gambling, you won’t be for long. Keep reading to find out everything you must know to start betting with crypto.
5 Things About Crypto Sports Betting That You Should Know

NitroBetting is the first online sportsbook that only accepts Bitcoin. You might question why a sportsbook would only accept Bitcoin, which is why we’ve come up with the 5 things about crypto sports betting you should know.
When Will Sports Betting Become Legal in Ohio?

While it is true that Ohio residents can currently bet with online sportsbooks, state regulated apps are set to become available officially on January 1, 2023.