Business & Financial

Premier League Clubs to Ban Betting Sponsorships

The league’s 20 clubs collectively announced the decision to voluntarily “reduce gambling advertising.”

Submitted by C Costigan on, Apr/13/2023

"Pray for Jamie", Foxx Posts on Instagram for First Time, BetMGM Keeps Running Commercials

BetMGM Spokesperson Jamie Foxx Still Hospitalized

Friends now say to "Pray for Jamie".

Submitted by Jordan Bach on, Apr/13/2023

Missouri Sports Betting News

These are the latest stories involving the sports betting industry in Missouri. 

Submitted by Gilbert Horowitz on, Apr/12/2023

Sports Betting Bill Stalls in Missouri, NHL Broadcasters Crowing Over Blackhawks, DraftKings Win

NHL Broadcasters Crowing Over Blackhawks, DraftKings Win

"Great for our sponsor," one broadcaster came out and said in reference to gamblers getting stung by the Penguins shock loss.

Submitted by Nagesh Rath on, Apr/12/2023

Warren Buffett Calls Bitcoin a 'Gambling Token', BSV Profiled on Fox Business

"If we were using this (cryptos) on a day-to-day basis in a way that shows more utility we wouldn't be in this pickle," Kennedy from Fox Business observed.

Submitted by Aaron Goldstein on, Apr/12/2023

Sportsbooks Clean Up on Penguins as Suspicions Mount

The -520 price assigned to the Penquins was the highest line on any hockey game this year and should have been a "lock".

The -520 price assigned to the Penquins was the highest line on any hockey game this year and should have been a "lock".

Submitted by Don Shapiro on, Apr/12/2023

PrizePicks Making its Mark, Joins Forces With the Braves

PrizePicks Making its Mark, Joins Forces With the Braves

Plus sheriff's deputy widow stole $529,165 from county to gamble, cavort with Mickey Mouse: Husband shot her, killed son, self.

Submitted by Jagajeet Chiba on, Apr/12/2023

Let the Crackdown on AIs Begin

Let the Crackdown on AIs Begin

The New York Post featured a horrifying headline Tuesday: "AI bot, ChaosGPT, tweets out plans to ‘destroy humanity’ after being tasked".

Submitted by Alejandro Botticelli on, Apr/11/2023

What is the Sports Betting Tax Rate I Have to Pay in Arizona?

What is the Sports Betting Tax Rate I Have to Pay in Arizona?

With Tax Day in the US just around the corner, it's important to understand that betting sports from Arizona with one of the regulated sportsbook apps means you will need to claim your winnings.  Unlike the offshores and local bookies, the regulated companies here must report your winnings to the IRS.

Submitted by Aaron Goldstein on, Apr/11/2023

Poker Ace Wins Against ChatGPT, FTX ‘Hubris, Incompetence and Greed’

Poker Ace Wins Against ChatGPT, FTX ‘Hubris, Incompetence and Greed’

Plus Bradley Beal talks fan incident over gambling in Orlando: ‘Nobody wants to lose money’.

Submitted by Jagajeet Chiba on, Apr/11/2023

Ohio Gift Cards for Sports Betting, Ex-State Trooper Gets Probation for Gambling, Prostitution Ring

Ohio Gift Cards for Sports Betting, Ex-State Trooper Gets Probation for Gambling

Plus sports betting records shattered in New York during month of March.

Submitted by Nagesh Rath on, Apr/10/2023

GoFundMe Account Set Up to Help Sparky's Family, Pinnacle Boss Jumps From 10K Feet

Plus Unibet continued to be down in Pennsylvania despite telling Gambling911 they'd be back up "within an hour" Sunday night.  Plus DraftKings cuts player limits to just $38 then sends him a ton of expensive gifts for his "loyalty".

Submitted by Jagajeet Chiba on, Apr/10/2023

Unibet Site Continues to be Down in PA: 'Not Hacked' They Tell G911

Unibet Site Continues to be Down in PA: 'Not Hacked' They Tell G911

The compay's Mohegan Sun retail sportsbook in the Lehigh Valley is also inoperable.

Submitted by Nagesh Rath on, Apr/09/2023

Paddy Power Placed on Backburner in Favor of FanDuel, KY Sports Betting Before Football

Paddy Power Placed on Backburner in Favor of FanDuel, KY Sports Betting Before Football

Say what you will about their antics (think double-amputee Oscar Pistorius murder trial 'Money Off If He Walks' ad during the Oscars complete with a Pistorius statuette), Paddy Power played a pivotal role in the evolution of sports betting marketing over the last two decades.

Submitted by Gilbert Horowitz on, Apr/08/2023

The IPv6 Killer App and All About Scaling

Plus crypto crime hits new highs in 2023 and Paxful collapses.

Submitted by Aaron Goldstein on, Apr/07/2023

Horse Racing Could Become a Reality in SC, No Boston Marathon Betting in MA

Wednesday's 56-46 vote in the South Carolina House to allow horse racing came as quite unexpected in a state that has long been unfriendly towards gambling.

Submitted by Gilbert Horowitz on, Apr/06/2023

Contempt of Court Proceedings Involving Bitcoin Creator Thrown Out By Judges

Plus South Korea prosecutors fail to secure arrest warrant for Terra co-founder

Submitted by Jagajeet Chiba on, Apr/05/2023

Accused Killer Denist Had Gambling Disorder, Crypto Losses

Accused Killer Denist Had Gambling Disorder, Crypto Losses

James Craig racked up $2 million in personal debt while his dental business was losing about $120,000, based on a Chapter 11 bankruptcy filing.  He lost $2000 in a recent trip to go gambling in Vegas prior to his wife's poisoning death.

Submitted by Jagajeet Chiba on, Apr/05/2023

Where Can I Exchange My BSV for Euros in Europe?

Whether it's for gaming purposes or something else, BSV is the original Bitcoin and does what it was intended to do: Super low fees and lightning fast transactions.  But for those looking to trade their Bitcoin SV for euros, a trustworthy exchange is required and to link it to your bank or credit card.

Bitvado is one of the exchanges that offers trading for BSV.  It is available to those in a number of countries, mostly in Europe.

Submitted by Aaron Goldstein on, Apr/03/2023

Cool UFC Props Following WWE Acquisition

Cool UFC Props Following WWE Acquisition

Massive news broke this morning when it was announced that Endeavor, the company that owns the Ultimate Fighting Championship entity, acquired WWE, creating a combat/entertainment conglomerate rivaled by none.

Submitted by Press Release on, Apr/03/2023

Say Goodbye to Finding the Best Lines on Sports in New York State

Say Goodbye to Finding the Best Lines on Sports in New York State

That sick greater-than-50-percent tax rate is staying in place unless one of the Big Four opts to exit the New York market, which is now the biggest in the nation in terms of betting handle.

Submitted by Aaron Goldstein on, Apr/03/2023

What’s Happening With Gambling in Finland?

What’s Happening With Gambling in Finland?

Finnish gambling reform was meant to strengthen the government-controlled monopoly Veikkaus , however, there are now talks of abolishing it entirely.

Submitted by B.E.Delmer on, Apr/03/2023

WWE Betting May Be More Widely Accepted With Potential UFC Deal

WWE Betting May Be More Widely Accepted With Likely Sale to UFC

BetOnline ranks some UFC events among its most bet on and is among the few gambling companies that take bets on professional wrestling.

Submitted by Aaron Goldstein on, Apr/03/2023

No More 'Risk Free' Bets at DraftKings, FanDuel, AGA Finally Acts After Class Action Suit

“It has always been important that we get sports betting right,” said Bill Miller, the American Gaming Association president and CEO, who conveniently took the action as March Madness was coming to a close. “It’s always been our No. 1 interest in creating a high bar for responsible advertising and protecting consumers.”

Submitted by Nagesh Rath on, Apr/02/2023

Is Bovada Legal From Utah

Is Bovada Legal From Utah

While Bovada may be legal to bet with from the great state of Utah, there are indeed much better options, including BetOnline, which offers a generous welcome bonus (max bonus $1000).

Submitted by Tyrone Black on, Apr/02/2023

Women's Basketball Viewership Up Two Thirds From Last Year: Limited Betting Markets Though

Friday’s NCAA women’s basketball tournament national semifinals averaged a very solid 4.5 million viewers on ESPN and across its family of networks.  That represents an increase of two-thirds from last year and the highest average on record for the Women’s Final Four.

Submitted by Don Shapiro on, Apr/02/2023

Start a Sportsbook From My State

Below we list all the different US states and the current sports betting climate.  Every state has some opening for the local bookies, whether it be that state regulated books do not permit those under 21 from wagering (bookies often allow anyone 18 and up) or that betting is prohibited on in-state schools. 

Submitted by Ean Lamb on, Apr/02/2023

Can I Start an Online Sportsbook From Washington State?

Can I Start an Online Sportsbook From Washington State?

Washington State has legalized sports betting, just not via one's mobile devices, unless they happen to be near one of the tribal casinos that has a sportsbook.

Submitted by Ean Lamb on, Apr/02/2023

How Do I Start a Sportsbook From Tennessee?

Bookies should be able to prosper in the Volunteer State as Tennessee regulated apps cap winnings at 90% (the state holds a mandatory 10% of your winnings).  It's one of the worst deals in all of US regulated sports betting.  On top of that, federal tax is 28%.

Submitted by Ean Lamb on, Apr/01/2023

How Do I Start a Sportsbook From Oregon?

How Do I Start a Sportsbook From Oregon?

Oregon is a great state to be a bookie.  There is plenty of exposure to sports betting with a single app available in the state.  But there is no wagering on college games. 

Submitted by Ean Lamb on, Apr/01/2023

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