Sportsbook News

Betr Acquires Chameleon Platform from FansUnite

"This is a transformational transaction for Betr that enables Betr Gaming to fully control our ability to execute against our core strategy, while also capturing a material amount of gross margin for our business model."

Submitted by Gilbert Horowitz on, May/09/2023

No Evidence of Match Fixing in Iowa Schools Betting Probe

A number of Iowa baseball players were suspended for a three-game series against Ohio State in Iowa over the weekend.

Submitted by Gilbert Horowitz on, May/09/2023

Iowa Hawkeyes, ISU Cyclones Betting Probe Underway: More Than Just Baseball

Iowa Hawkeyes, ISU Cyclones Betting Probe Underway: More Than Just Baseball

26 current student-athletes from baseball, football, men’s basketball, men’s track and field, and men's wrestling, as well as one full-time employee of the UI Department of Athletics are under investigation by the Iowa Racing and Gaming Commission.

Submitted by C Costigan on, May/09/2023

Do I Need to Provide My Social Security Number When Opening a Betting Account at FanDuel?

Providing the last four digits of your social security number is one thing you need to think good and hard about.  If you can't trust the source requesting it, that's a big flashing "SORRY NO" right there. 

Submitted by C Costigan on, May/05/2023

7 States Pen Letter Asking AG for Help With Offshores But Can't Get Their Own House in Order

The timing of this letter could not be any worse in the wake of an insider information betting scandal involving college baseball and the US regulated sportsbooks.

Submitted by Jagajeet Chiba on, May/05/2023

Mass Mess: $25M a Day But Barstool Sports Still Causing Heartburn for Regulators

"They f***ing hate my guts," Barstool's founder and president, Dave Portnoy claims.  And he's probably right.

Submitted by Jagajeet Chiba on, May/05/2023

Is MyBookie.ag Legal in Texas?

Is MyBookie.ag Legal in Texas?

Those looking to play on websites like MyBookie.ag and our personal favorite, BetUS, can do so without breaking any state or federal laws.   With that knowledge at hand, it's all about seeking out the best bonuses, lines and wagering options.

Submitted by Don Shapiro on, May/02/2023

Can I Bet on Fanduel From Florida?

Can I Bet on Fanduel From Florida?

Sorry folks, you will not be able to bet on the FanDuel app from the state of Florida, however, there are other great options for betting sports from the Sunshine State.

Submitted by Tyrone Black on, May/02/2023

Can I Bet the Kentucky Derby on the FanDuel Sportsbook App?

Can I Bet the Kentucky Derby on the FanDuel Sportsbook App?

FanDuel claims to be the only US regulated sportsbook that allows individuals to place bets on this year's Kentucky Derby along side their sports wagers using a single account and wallet.  FanDuel, however, is not available in all US states.  Find out what other options are available from your state.

Submitted by Tony Caliente on, May/02/2023

Can't Bet Alabama Baseball Games From Ohio as Suspicious Activity Found

Can't Bet Alabama Baseball Games From Ohio as Suspicious Activity Found

LSU was a -245 favorite in Friday's game vs. Alabama and did go on to win 8-6.  Louisiana Gaming officials now say the suspicious bet originated out of Cincinnati.

Submitted by Don Shapiro on, May/02/2023

NFL Players Association Claims US Regulated Sportsbooks Are Snitches

NFL Players Association Claims US Regulated Sportsbooks Are Snitches

Warns FanDuel and others have highly sensitive tracking capabilities.

Submitted by Jagajeet Chiba on, May/01/2023

Same Game Parlays: The Devil's Bet

Same Game Parlays: The Devil's Bet

Listen to anyone who's been in the sports betting space for any length of time, they'll tell you mostly the same thing:  Don't bet same game parlays!

Submitted by Jagajeet Chiba on, May/01/2023

Is Kurt Binck a Good Sports Handicapper?

Is Kurt Binck a Good Sports Handicapper?

You may not have heard of this guy but he's been phenomenal to start the 2023 MLB season thus far.

Submitted by Tony Caliente on, Apr/30/2023

California Sports Betting News

California ranks 1st in gambling-related arrests per capita.

Submitted by Gilbert Horowitz on, Apr/29/2023

Spanky Interviews Machine Learning Enthusiast Oli Gibbons, ‘Ndrangheta Crime Leader Arrested

‘Ndrangheta Crime Leader Arrested

Plus the affiliate abuse of media outlets and news aggregators continues.

Submitted by Gilbert Horowitz on, Apr/29/2023

Ohio Sports Betting News

Ohio Sports Betting News

Sports betting has generated millions of dollars in revenue, but the Ohio Lottery’s piece of the pie is so small that it’s been a losing proposition for both the Lottery and state coffers in what’s still a young industry. 

Submitted by Don Shapiro on, Apr/29/2023

PA Sports Betting News

PA Sports Betting News

Unibet's facility here, called the Downs at Lehigh Valley, has just put up signs warning customers that if they don’t get the smell out, they can get the hell out.

Submitted by Gilbert Horowitz on, Apr/28/2023

PointsBet Sportsbook News, Review

PointsBet says it has called off buyout discussions with News Corp-backed wagering group Betr, with the company’s managing director, Sam Swanell, confirming it was in discussions with online bookmakers in North America about a potential deal.

Submitted by Ean Lamb on, Apr/28/2023

ClutchBet Sportsbook News, Review

ClutchBet Sportsbook News, Review: Colorado Sports Betting

Here you will find all the latest news pertaining to the newest sportsbook in town, ClutchBet.com.  It operates out of Colorado in conjunction with The Wild Card Saloon & Casino with its parent company BlueBet Holdings.  The ClutchBet website is also operated out of Iowa for those looking to travel or relocate to the Hawkeye State.

Submitted by Ean Lamb on, Apr/28/2023

Running Back D’Andre Swift Odds: Where Will He Play?

Running Back D’Andre Swift Odds: Where Will He Play?

The #Lions are receiving trade calls on running back D’Andre Swift, whose representatives have been in contact with the team about potentially moving to a new team. With Detroit drafting Jahmyr Gibbs, the talented Swift appears poised to leave Detroit.

Submitted by Don Shapiro on, Apr/28/2023

Brennan Jr: 'When We Were Pushing Legislation, We Assumed Advertising Would Be Restricted'

Affiliates, meanwhile, are making the matter worse as we explore here.

Submitted by Gilbert Horowitz on, Apr/28/2023

When Will California Legalize Sports Betting?

When Will California Legalize Sports Betting?

As of April 2023, there are 33 states that have legal sports betting but the most populous state, California, isn’t one of them.

Submitted by Gilbert Horowitz on, Apr/27/2023

Unibet Tells Customers: Clean Up Your Act!!!

Signs at sportsbook warn customers that if they don’t get the smell out, they can get the hell out.

Submitted by Thomas Somach on, Apr/27/2023

NFL, Other Leagues Balancing Betting Revenue, Game Integrity

After many years of the NFL and other pro leagues staying as far away as they could from sports betting because they said it was necessary to protect the integrity of their games, they now have a much different challenge.

Submitted by Associated Press on, Apr/26/2023

Using Poker Strategy to Empower Women, Video SEO Techniques and Coinbase Sues SEC

And, oh yea, Unibet has been down again for the last 24 hours.

Submitted by Ace King on, Apr/25/2023

Man Who Bet Under Other People's Names Convicted, Sentenced to 5 Years Prison

Man Who Bet Under Other People's Names Convicted

Jon Howard, 40, of Epping, Essex, was charged with opening online betting accounts under various individual names without the limitations placed on a single account. 

Submitted by Jagajeet Chiba on, Apr/25/2023

Tennessee Tries Pushing Through Measure That Would Bring in Less Tax Revenue

In the first three months of 2023, Tennessee received $22.4 million in tax revenue from mobile sportsbooks. If the 1.85% handle tax were in place, the state would instead have received $20.9 million. 

Submitted by Gilbert Horowitz on, Apr/23/2023

Unibet Website Keeps Going Down During the NBA Playoffs, WTF?

Unibet Website Keeps Going Down During the NBA Playoffs, WTF?

Our own Thomas Somach reports that the Unibet website in PA went down once again overnight Friday and was back up by Saturday morning, then apparently back down again. 

Submitted by Tyrone Black on, Apr/22/2023

New Jersey to Crack Down on Regulated Sportsbooks

New Jersey to Crack Down on Regulated Sportsbooks

Attorney General Matthew J. Platkin and Division of Gaming Enforcement (DGE) Director David Rebuck introduced new initiatives to bolster responsible gaming efforts with a special focus on data collection to determine whether an individual may be suffering from a gambling disorder or addiction.  They also demand a stop to dubious promises of “guaranteed wins” or “risk-free” bets.

Submitted by Gilbert Horowitz on, Apr/20/2023

Gambling911 World Exclusive: Las Vegas Agent and Poker Pro Steve Prentky AKA Steve Penny Dead

Penny had been on life support for more than a week and plug was finally pulled early Thursday morning.

Submitted by Thomas Somach on, Apr/20/2023

Breaking News

Washington Post: Bookies at the Baccarat Table

The Washington Post Thursday afternoon featured a blockbuster report on how Dodgers phenom Shohei Ohtani's ex-interpreter's bookie took part in casino sponsored golf tournaments and was even paired with high stakes gambler Charles Barkley.