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Sportsbooks Rooting Against UConn....Thursday Night and Remainder of Tournament

BetOnline has published their biggest liabilities as of Thursday afternoon coming into this year's Sweet 16.  The biggest is UConn.  This includes the remainder of the tournament.

Submitted by Dan Shapiro on, Mar/23/2023

More Fines Levied, This Time Against Kindred Group: Plus NCAA Biggest Liabilities for Books

Sportsbooks will be rooting for Florida Atlantic and against Texas.

Submitted by Gilbert Horowitz on, Mar/23/2023

How to Start a PPH Sportsbook in Texas

Texans want to know how they too can operate a sportsbook business like DraftKings.  They can.  And they only need to pay as little as $3 per player per week.

Submitted by Don Shapiro on, Mar/23/2023

Can't Bet on the Princeton Tigers From New Jersey

Can't Bet on the Princeton Tigers From New Jersey

Are there websites I can bet on the Princeton Tigers from New Jersey?  The state regulated apps do not allow this.

Submitted by Ean Lamb on, Mar/21/2023

Zags Bettors Crushed by Half Court Heave

Zags Bettors Crushed by Half Court Heave

Thomas Somach gives the crazy breakdown that broke the hearts of many a Zags bettor.

Submitted by Don Shapiro on, Mar/20/2023

Where the Hell Can I Bet on Princeton in the Sweet 16 From New Jersey?

Where the Hell Can I Bet on Princeton in the Sweet 16 From New Jersey?

Bitcoin and locals may provide the answer, but it will be no easy task.

Submitted by Mary Montgomery on, Mar/18/2023

Can't Bet the FDU Game From NJ....WTF? Payout is $500K

Can't Bet the FDU Game From NJ

No. 16 seed Fairleigh Dickinson only won four games last season.  They are in this year's NCAA tournament courtesy of a fluke.  They are the smallest team in the tournament.  And they just beat No. Purdue looking like one of the most impressive teams in the Big Dance.

Submitted by Ean Lamb on, Mar/17/2023

Where Can I Bet on Sports - Billings MT

Where Can I Bet on Sports - Billings MT

Montana's Governor signs sports betting legislation into law

Submitted by Don Shapiro on, Mar/17/2023

These Tournament Teams Are Making Bookies Cringe on Friday

These Tournament Teams Are Making Bookies Cringe on Friday

Dave Mason and the gang at BetOnline will be rooting hard for USC +2 and Kansas State -7.5 this day.

Submitted by Don Shapiro on, Mar/17/2023

The Georgia Sports Betting Pipe Dream Turns Into Nightmare for Supporters as Bill Gets Hijacked

Sen. Mike Dugan, a Carrollton Republican, says the bizzare move “just set sports betting back five years”.

Submitted by Gilbert Horowitz on, Mar/17/2023

Be a Bookie in Indiana

Be a Bookie in Indiana

Independent bookies should be able to thrive in the Hoosier State even though Indiana has legalized online sports betting with few limits.  But the limits that are there can prove a turnoff to local sports bettors. 

Submitted by Ean Lamb on, Mar/16/2023

These 2023 March Madness Teams Will Make the Bookies Cry if They Cover

These 2023 March Madness Teams Will Make the Bookies Cry if They Cover

Bookies are going to be huge Fighting Illini fans this week as Arkansas is a huge liability with both the spread and moneyline.

Submitted by Don Shapiro on, Mar/16/2023

Bookies Are 'Shaking in Their Boots' Over New Sports Betting Predictive Model Rithmm

Bookies Are 'Shaking in Their Boots' Over New Sports Betting Predictive Model Rithmm

It employs AI courtesy of the majority female-founded Boston-based MIT-originated startup with roots in DraftKings.  The AI model is said to utilize customized personal information algorithms in order to analyze betting strategies.

Submitted by Nagesh Rath on, Mar/15/2023

Whatever Happened to Josh Cartu, Rome Casino?

Whatever Happened to Josh Cartu, Rome Casino?

Financial whistle blowing site claims associates arrested as social media platform quiet on former Rome Casino "manager"-turned social media influencer's birthday.  Plus we follow up on the Sonny Meraban case with the raid caught live by a Gambling911 camera crew.

Submitted by Nagesh Rath on, Mar/11/2023

Georgia Lawmakers Nix Legal Sports Betting

Georgia Lawmakers Nix Legal Sports Betting

The state Senate on Monday rejected a constitutional amendment that would have allowed voters to decide whether to legalize sports gambling.  The House never consider any legislation.

Submitted by Gilbert Horowitz on, Mar/07/2023

Sports Betting Grows on Campuses With Few Restrictions

Among the universities that responded and have addressed gambling, bans on betting are rare.

Submitted by Associated Press on, Feb/28/2023

Multimillion-Dollar Sports Betting, Poker Ring Brought Down by Undercover Officer

Multimillion-Dollar Gambling Ring Brought Down by Undercover Officer

Late last week, seven individuals were charged for their role in running a Rochester, New York gambling ring that took in millions of dollars over a multi-year period as part of a 48-page complaint. 

Submitted by Jagajeet Chiba on, Feb/27/2023

The Inevitable Spike in Gambling Addiction Among Youth Across the US

The Inevitable Spike in Gambling Addiction Among Youth Across the US

The industry needs to pay close attention to what is taking place in the United Kingdom, a nation once at the forefront of legalized "anything goes" bookmaking and is now in the process of cracking down severely.

Submitted by C Costigan on, Feb/20/2023

Leader of Gambling Organization Sentenced to 6 Years in Prison

Leader of Gambling Organization Sentenced to 6 Years in Prison

The business was tied to crimes such as robberies, shootings, stabbings, and violent assaults.  Customers were mostly comprised of gang members, drug users and fugitives.

Submitted by Jagajeet Chiba on, Feb/19/2023

Dr. Phil: Online Sports Betting Presents a 'Delusion of Control'

Dr. Phil: Online Sports Betting Presents a 'Delusion of Control'

Dad "Charles" appeared to discuss his gambling woes. He's lost around $100K over the past five years.  But other guests taking part in the panel point out the positives of regulated sports betting.

Submitted by C Costigan on, Feb/17/2023

FanDuel Gronk Kick of Destiny More Like Kick of Buffoonery

Had BetOnline offered an Over/Under on the number of times Rihanna grabbed her crotch, the Gambling911 website would surely have been knocked offline due to the traffic coming in.

Submitted by Jagajeet Chiba on, Feb/13/2023

What Really Happened to a Gambling Industry Exec Found Hung in His Condo?

What Really Happened to a Gambling Industry Exec Found Hung in His Condo?

In this extensive probe, Gambling911 looks back at the life of Hyper6 founder Alex Aron and what led up to his shock New Year's death by hanging.  Authorities initially ruled the death a suicide but friends and family suggest foul play.  Just one year prior, Alex was the victim of a home invasion, kidnapping and robbery.

Submitted by Alejandro Botticelli on, Feb/12/2023

Billy Walters Book: Sits Down With Brent Musburger to Talk Prison Life, Relationship With Phil Mickelson

Keteyian is the co-author of No.1 NYT best-seller "Tiger Woods." as well as a TV and film producer.

Submitted by C Costigan on, Feb/08/2023

5Dimes to Shut Down Before Super Bowl?

The widow of 5Dimes founder Sean Creighton has absolutely "had it" with the "incompetence", we are told and is on the "verge of a nervous breakdown". 

Submitted by C Costigan on, Feb/04/2023

Where Can I Bet This Year's Super Bowl - I'm Under 21

Where Can I Bet This Year's Super Bowl - I'm Under 21

Most US states that have regulated sports betting - not all - require individuals to be at least 21 years old in order to place a wager on this year's Super Bowl.  Nearly all offshore sportsbooks, Americas Bookie included, allow for those 18 and up.

Submitted by Don Shapiro on, Feb/01/2023

Betting Experts Weigh in on FanDuel Voiding Policy

Betting Experts Weigh in on FanDuel Voiding Policy

One of our experts offered: “For anyone that believes they are entitled for a losing bet to be refunded is out of touch with reality. They are the same type of people who support participation trophies."

Submitted by Thomas Somach on, Jan/31/2023

Super Bowl 57 Eagles-Chiefs Line Opens at KC -1: Then the Line Went Crazy First 45 Minutes

Super Bowl 57 Eagles-Chiefs Line Opens at KC -1

The Kansas City Chiefs open as a -1 point favorite at BetOnline versus the Philadelphia Eagles at BetOnline.  Gambling911.com had a number closer to -1.5.  Within minutes, BetOnline moved to Eagles -2.5.

Submitted by Mary Montgomery on, Jan/29/2023

Winning is Just the Beginning: The Toughest Part of Being a Pro Sports Bettor

Plus Interview with Mr. St Laurent from Major League Wrestling: New TV Deal & More! | The Fight Guys

Submitted by Ean Lamb on, Jan/26/2023

You Suck at Sports Betting! Here's How We Know

You Suck at Sports Betting! Here's How We Know

Plus Building a Gaming Community on Twitch From Scratch

Submitted by Gilbert Horowitz on, Jan/24/2023

Is BetMGM Legal in Alabama?

Is BetMGM Legal in Alabama?

Because BetMGM adheres to strict state-by-state regulatory practices, the site opts not to permit real money betting from Sweet Home Alabama.  This doesn't mean there are not other options. 

Submitted by Don Shapiro on, Jan/20/2023

Breaking News

Bet on the WWE Universal Championship

Bet on the WWE Universal Championship

The odds of any regulated sports betting state accepting bets on professional wrestling are slim to none.  But that won't stop our friends at BetOnline from doing so.  They posted a bunch of WWE odds.