BetAmerica Sportsbook to be Absorbed Into TwinSpires
Churchill Downs Incorporated (“CDI” or “Company”) (Nasdaq: CHDN) announced today it will move to a single brand strategy for its online wagering segment by rebranding the Company’s sportsbook and iGaming platform as TwinSpires.
GAN Limited Completes Acquisition of Coolbet
GAN Limited (the “Company” or “GAN”) (NASDAQ: GAN), a leading business-to-business supplier of internet gaming software-as-a-service solutions to the U.S. land-based casino industry, today announced the completion of the Vincent Group p.l.c. (“Coolbet”) acquisition for a total purchase price of €149.1 million (or $175.9 million) 1 in cash and stock, as adjusted pursuant to the Share Exchange Agreement.
Bitcoin Crosses $30K Mark First Time Ever
Digital currency Bitcoin extended its record smashing rally on Saturday, beginning the year with a surge over $30,000 for the first time, with ever more traders and investors betting that it is on its way to becoming a mainstream payment method.
Bitcoin Climbs Over $29K
Bitcoin, the digital currency preferred by online gambling sites in restrictive markets, has shot to 29,230.10 Wednesday evening.
William Hill Launches Washington D.C. Mobile Sports Book
William Hill US, America’s leading sports book operator, today launched its William Hill Sports Book App in Washington D.C., following approval of the D.C. Office of Lottery and Gaming. Available for use within a two-block radius around Capital One Arena (excluding federal buildings), the William Hill mobile app offers sports fans a betting experience with a broad and deep array of markets and bet types, including Parlay Cards and live InPlay wagering for their favorite teams, all at a tap of a finger. The app also includes a quick and secure registration process and various options to deposit and withdraw funds.
VSiN and iHeartMedia Announce Wide-Ranging Multimedia Partnership
VSiN, The Sports Betting Network, today announced the expansion of its partnership with iHeartMedia to significantly increase its audio reach. As part of this wide-ranging multimedia partnership, on Jan. 1, 2021 VSiN will move its dedicated streaming radio station to iHeartRadio, the leading all-in-one free digital music, streaming radio and podcasting platform, bringing VSiN’s unique coverage of the sports betting markets to more listeners than ever, completely free for the first time.
Can I Bet on MyBookie.ag From Florida
You can bet on MyBookie.ag from the Sunshine State but there are so many other great choices from Florida. How about a sportsbook that allows you to open a betting account with just an email anonymously and pays in a matter of hours?
Tennessee Saw $131M in Nov. Sports Bets; $2.4M Tax Revenue
Tennessee’s new online-only sports betting program saw $131.4 million in gross wagers last month, yielding almost $2.4 million in privilege taxes for the state, officials said Wednesday.
Bet the Price of Bitcoin
With Bitcoin surging again BetOnline is now offering odds on where the price of the digital currency will finish in 2020. If you believe in their numbers, go buy a couple of coins right now.
How COVID Changed the Landscape for Land-Based Casinos in 2020
Casinos were among the many businesses that were hit hard by the devastation caused by the COVID-19 pandemic in 2020. For many, it has been a stop-start year. Many establishments have been constantly closing and reopening their venues, whereas others were forced to shut down permanently as the pandemic hammered their revenues. For the industry, it has been a very challenging 12 months.
Can I Bet on the FoxBet App From Indiana?
In partnership with an Indiana casino, Fox Bet is in the process of launching apps and online sports betting in the Hoosier State.
TOP 20 Slot & Casinos Sites 2020: World Rating
In our ever-growing realm, Internet gaming has evolved substantially in past years – thanks primarily to mobile gaming growth. The Internet gaming industry is about to reach a value of $80 billion by 2026 as more and more gamblers move to play on the Internet.
Another Peak for Bitcoin: Price Climbs Past 24K
The price of Bitcoin moved above the $24,000 mark for the first time. On Saturday morning, the price hit a record high of 24,288.
Billion Dollar Suit Reinstated Against PokerStars
The Kentucky Supreme Court on Thursday reinstated an award of more than $1 billion against the world's largest online poker company, PokerStars.
Ruffer Investment Company Allocates 2.5% of Assets to Bitcoin
Ruffer Investment Company sent out a memo Tuesday alerting shareholders that it will be allocating roughly 2.5% of its portfolio towards Bitcoin. Per the memo, this investment is currently worth over $740 million.
Another Month, Another Sports Bet Record in NJ: $931M in Nov
New Jersey gamblers wagered more than $931 million on sports in November, the latest in a string of monthly records set by a rapidly growing market that's closing in on the $1 billion-a-month mark.
Hard Rock Casino Goes Digital
Hard Rock International (HRI), a global leader in hospitality and entertainment, today announced the launch of Hard Rock Digital as part of its ongoing commitment to innovation and diversification of its portfolio in high-growth markets. Hard Rock Digital is a joint venture with gaming industry veterans, and will be the exclusive Hard Rock and Seminole Gaming (SGA) vehicle for interactive gaming and sports betting, globally.
Ayre Offers His Online Gambling, Crypto Predictions for 2021 as Bitcoin Price Skyrockets
Internet entrepreneur and billionaire Calvin Ayre took a moment to sit down and offer his predictions for the online gambling and crypto space as we are about to enter 2021 and depart from what few would argue against was the worst year ever. Well, maybe not for Bitcoin. That digital currency was sitting just below its all time high at $19250 as this was going to press.
Casino Games to Look Forward to in 2021
We can all agree that 2020 has been a pretty testing year. We cannot wait to see the back of it and look forward to what 2021 has in store.
GOP Mega Donor, Casino Billionaire Sheldon Adelson Pushes for Casinos in Texas
Texas currently has just one casino that only offers electronic gaming machines
The Megapari Betting Service and Offers Available
When you take a look at the betting industry as a whole, you will see that bookmakers have no choice but to make their service high quality.
Sports Betting Software to Boost Bookies Revenue
In order to increase revenue, a bookie needs to focus on their customers, increase advertising and work on cutting costs. Bookmaking may be the second oldest professional, but it too must adapt to the ever improving technologies that include sports betting software for managing costs and boosting revenues.
Foxwoods Partners with DraftKings Despite No Sports Betting
One of Connecticut’s two tribal casinos on Monday announced a partnership with the sports betting company DraftKings, even though the state has still not enacted legislation that would legalize online gambling on sports.
BetOnline's Dave Mason Begs Jets for a Win: Most Bettors on 0-16
Any Jets win still pays out $17 for every $10 bet with just five games left.
GGPoker Makes Instagram Playboy Dan Bilzerian Its New Ambassador
Upstart online poker room GGPoker made waves Friday after announcing Instagram Playboy Dan Bilzerian as its new pro poke representative.
Pete Rose Becomes New Spokesperson for VegasWinners.com
Reno, NV, VegasWINNERS, Inc. announced today that Baseball’s all-time hits leader Pete Rose is back in the spotlight as spokesperson for VegasWINNERS national marketing campaign. VegasWINNERS.com provides sports betting enthusiasts with high quality analysis, research, data, guidance and professional advice.
Books Win Big With Ravens Cover
This was supposed to be the week that the Steelers stood the best chance of enduring their first loss of the season. Well, actually that was last week.
Michigan Nears Launch of Online Sports Betting
Michigan casinos could launch online sports betting and gambling games in December once state lawmakers waive the remaining time they have to review proposed licensing rules.
Bitcoin Price Surpasses All Time High
The price of Bitcoin has surpassed its all time high Monday morning.
How Safe is it to Deposit and Bet with Crypto, Bitcoin? And What Kind of Technology is It Using?
For the past few years, the use of Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies in the gambling industry has increased significantly. What started with a few cryptocurrency-only gambling sites has now ballooned into a sweeping revolution of the gambling space where traditional online betting platforms have started to offer and support cryptocurrency payment options together with fiat deposit and withdrawal methods.
