Business & Financial

Nearly Entire Trussville Entertainment District Could Be Wiped Out Over Sports Betting Indictment

Nearly Entire Trussville Entertainment District Could Be Wiped Out

The 114-count indictment reads like a Hollywood thriller and includes millions of dollars in dirty money switching hands in parking lots, restaurant bathrooms and high-end conferences where the alleged “boss” tells people how to stay clean in a high-stakes business.

Submitted by Jagajeet Chiba on, Jan/11/2023

Feds Claim New York State Trooper Tipped Off Targets of Illegal Sports Betting Probe

Feds Claim New York State Trooper Tipped Off Targets of Illegal Sports Betting Probe

Sport700.com was under investigation with investigators looking into multiple targets, including two who collectively managed 2,010 bettor accounts, prosecutors said.

Submitted by Jagajeet Chiba on, Jan/11/2023

New York State Becomes Biggest Sports Betting Market in U.S...By a Mile

New York State Becomes Biggest Sports Betting Market in U.S.

And now comes word that Hawaii, a state that does not even offer a lottery, is seriously considering legalizing sports gambling. ...and poker.

Submitted by Gilbert Horowitz on, Jan/10/2023

Two Oregon College Football Teams Among the Most Profitable for Bettors in 2022

Can I Bet on Bovada From Oregon

If you thought the Ducks were good to sports bettors this past college football season, check out what the Beavers did.

Submitted by Dan Shapiro on, Jan/10/2023

Is PrizePicks Legal in New York?

Is PrizePicks Legal in New York?

PrizePicks is legal in New York.  It is considered a hybrid daily fantasy game similar to that of DraftKings and FanDuel.  It is NOT considered a sportsbook similar to those licensed and regulated in the state or those accessible but are operating offshore, the later of which are available to those 18 and up and allow bets on in-state schools but are browser-based (no apps).

Submitted by Tyrone Black on, Jan/10/2023

Gronk to Kick Field Goal Live During Super Bowl 57 as Part of FanDuel Commercial

Gronk to Kick Field Goal Live During Super Bowl 57 as Part of FanDuel Commercial

Customers who place a bet on Super Bowl LVII of at least $5 at FanDuel Sportsbook will be eligible to get a portion of the winnings if Gronk splits the uprights.

Submitted by Don Shapiro on, Jan/10/2023

Can I Bet on Bovada From Colorado?

Can I Bet on Bovada From Colorado?

Bovada and those sites offering even more lucrative bonus offers and betting options are still accessible in Colorado where they happily co-exist.

Submitted by Don Shapiro on, Jan/10/2023

Biggest Upset in Big Bowl Game History, Mack Shellacking

Biggest Upset in Big Bowl Game History, Mack Shellacking

McIngvale said he made a $1.5 million bet with DraftKings Sportsbook, a $1.5 million bet with Caesars Sportsbook and a $131,000 bet with Wynn Sportsbook – all on the Horned Frogs and all losers.

Submitted by Don Shapiro on, Jan/10/2023

Can I Play Online Poker at Americas Cardroom From My State?

Can I Play Online Poker at Americas Cardroom From My State?

You can play for real money on Americas Cardroom provided you do not live in one of these seven US states....

Submitted by Ace King on, Jan/10/2023

Kosar Pulled Off the Air for Betting $19K on Browns-Steelers Game

Kosar Pulled Off the Air for Betting $19K on Browns-Steelers Game

The Browns later confirmed Kosar was pulled specifically because of the league's gambling policy.

Submitted by Gilbert Horowitz on, Jan/09/2023

With Micropayments, the Use Cases Are Infinite... Especially With Gaming

With Micropayments, the Use Cases Are Infinite... Especially With Gaming

The unique ability to conduct micropayments using the BSV blockchain is a recurring theme throughout the inaugural Unbounded Capital Summit in New York City.

Submitted by Aaron Goldstein on, Jan/09/2023

PlayUp CEO Does Not Dispute Findings of Ohio Casino Control Commission...After Disputing Them

PlayUp Founder Does Not Dispute Findings of Ohio Casino Control Commission...After Disputing Them

At first claims "at no stage has playup ever engaged in offering real money Slots to Ohio residents" after OCCC finds "PlayUp has one or more disqualifying violations of accepting illegal wagers from individuals in the U.S. after April 16, 2015, through its slots+ product"

Submitted by Jagajeet Chiba on, Jan/08/2023

PlayUp CEO Tells Gambling911 'At No Stage Were Real Money Slots Offered to Ohio Residents'

Daniel Simic, CEO of PlayUp, elaborates further on status in Ohio

Submitted by Aaron Goldstein on, Jan/08/2023

Is PrizePicks Legal in Kentucky?

Is PrizePicks Legal in Kentucky?

PrizePicks is legal in the great commonwealth of Kentucky.  Lawmakers here have just introduced a measure that would regulate sports betting in the state.  Presently, betting on sports for real money from Kentucky is only available with websites based outside of Kentucky as well as local bookies (unlicensed).

Submitted by Mary Montgomery on, Jan/06/2023

Lawyer Involved With Online Poker Cheating Scandal Flips on FTX Founder

Lawyer Involved With Online Poker Cheating Scandal Flips on FTX Founder

Friedberg reportedly gave details about FTX and its founder, Sam Bankman-Fried, in a Nov. 22 meeting with two dozen investigators. 

Submitted by Nagesh Rath on, Jan/06/2023

It's Time to Acknowledge 'Dark Days Ahead' for Legalized Sports Betting in US

It's Time to Acknowledge 'Dark Days Ahead' for Legalized Sports Betting in US

The industry continues to be mired in controversy with no sign of any corrective actions.

Submitted by Nagesh Rath on, Jan/05/2023

Ground Breaking for Seminole Casino Hotel Brighton Florida

Ground Breaking for Seminole Casino Hotel Brighton Florida

The Seminole Tribe of Florida and Seminole Gaming broke ground today -- Thursday, Jan. 5, 2023 -- at the site of the future Seminole Casino Hotel Brighton, an entirely new casino, hotel and entertainment complex to be built on the Brighton Seminole Reservation, located northwest of Lake Okeechobee. 

Submitted by Press Release on, Jan/05/2023

Ohio Governor Dire Warning: Some Sportsbooks Have 'Already Crossed the Line'

Regulators have also grown concerned after learning that 2,500 sportsbook advertisements were mailed to people under the age of 21 by DraftKings.

Submitted by Jagajeet Chiba on, Jan/04/2023

2023 the Year of BSV Predicts Ayre

2023 the Year of BSV Predicts Ayre

"BSV’s demonstrated capacity to enable millions of nanopayments with fees measured in fractions of a cent make BSV the only blockchain capable of taking advantage of the exponential growth in IP addresses that the introduction of the IPv6 standard will bring," Ayre says.  Plus Breaking: Coinbase $100 Million Settlement

Submitted by C Costigan on, Jan/04/2023

NJ Regulators Order Bets on Purdue-LSU Game Halted Due to Brees-PointsBet Relationship

NJ Regulators Order Bets on Purdue-LSU Game Halted

Bets placed after December 15 also to be voided, regulators demand.

Submitted by Nagesh Rath on, Jan/03/2023

How Parlays Were Graded in the Suspended Bills-Bengals Game

How Parlays Were Graded in the Suspended Bills-Bengals Game

Plus Mike "The Mouth" rips into anti-vaxxers using Hamlin to push their narrative that the Covid-19 vaccine is behind the Bills safety suffering a cardiac arrest on the field Monday night.

Submitted by Nagesh Rath on, Jan/03/2023

When Will the Bills-Bengals Game Be Played and How Will My Prior Bets Be Graded?

The game was postponed after Bills player Damar Hamlin went into cardiac arrest while on the field.

Submitted by Dan Shapiro on, Jan/03/2023

CoinGeek Reveals FTX Lawyer Dan Friedberg Ties to Electonics Website

CoinGeek Reveals FTX Lawyer Dan Friedberg Ties to Electonics Website

CoinGeek warned of Dan Friedberg's shady associations well before the FTX crypto exchange's epic collapse.

Submitted by Jagajeet Chiba on, Jan/03/2023

Is PrizePicks Legal in the State of Ohio?

Is PrizePicks Legal in the State of Ohio?

PrizePicks is not legal in Ohio even though sports betting is now fully regulated and offshore sportsbooks have been accessible from the Buckeye state for the better part of two decades now.

Submitted by Ean Lamb on, Jan/02/2023

Ohio Legal Sports Betting Kicks Off... With Pete Rose?

Ohio Legal Sports Betting Kicks Off... With Pete Rose?

MLB icon Pete Rose gambled on the Reds while making Ohio's first legal sports bet.  The irony here is that Rose has been disqualified from entry into the Baseball Hall of Fame due to his prior gambling activity. 

Submitted by Gilbert Horowitz on, Jan/02/2023

How to Use Paysafecard to Deposit at an Online Casino in Australia

How to Use Paysafecard to Deposit at an Online Casino in Australia

Paysafecard has grown in popularity in recent years as a payment option at online casinos due to its high level of security. It is also quite handy and simple to use. Paying with a PaysafeCard card code, for example, eliminates the need to give additional personal or billing information at checkout.

Submitted by B.E.Delmer on, Dec/28/2022

Ohio Regulators Stark Warning to Sportsbook Operators: 'Adhere to Regs or Else'

Ohio Regulators Stark Warning to Sportsbook Operators: 'Adhere to Regs or Else'

Plus Elys Game Technology warns of turmoil in sports betting industry as it sets up retail book in DC gentleman's club.

Submitted by Gilbert Horowitz on, Dec/28/2022

PointsBet in Talks Over Selling to Jake Paul's BetR

PointsBet in Talks Over Selling to Jake Paul's BetR

Corporate bookmaker PointsBet Holdings Ltd. is said to be in discussions to sell its Australian trading busines to an online betting firm linked to YouTube sensation and boxer Jake Paul. 

Submitted by Aaron Goldstein on, Dec/28/2022

'Life Coach' Arrested for Allegedly Running Ponzi Scheme to Support Gambling Habit

'Life Coach' Arrested for Allegedly Running Ponzi Scheme to Support Gambling Habit

Plus a flood of sports betting ads in Canada prompt concerns from parents as one popular sports program recently featured no less than 19 ads for sports gambling companies.

Submitted by Alejandro Botticelli on, Dec/27/2022

Fortnite Maker Epic Games Hit With Record Fine: Violated Children's Privacy?

Fortnite Maker Epic Games Hit With Record Fine: Violated Children's Privacy?

Plus former Dallas Cowboys WR, now Jets assistance, Miles Austin suspended for violating NFL gambling policy.  And over 12,000 arrested for illegal World Cup betting.  A former soap star-turned porn entrepreneur also busted.

Submitted by Jagajeet Chiba on, Dec/26/2022

Breaking News

Odds of a Triple Crown Winner in 2025

Odds that there will be a triple crown winner in 2025 are typically listed at 7-1 with BetOnline expected to update these odds this week, but expect to pay $100 to win $700 should Sovereignty go on to win this year's Preakness Stakes and the Belmont Stakes.