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Maverick Gaming Challenging Washington State’s Tribal Exclusivity for Sports Betting

Maverick Gaming Challenging Washington State’s Tribal Exclusivity for Sports Betting

Maverick Gaming filed an appeal with the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals regarding its challenge to Washington’s tribal exclusivity for sports betting and casino gambling on July 7.

Submitted by Gilbert Horowitz on, Jul/07/2023

2023 World Series of Poker Main Event Largest Attendance Ever

2023 World Series of Poker Main Event Largest Attendance Ever

The 2023 World Series of Poker main event has attracted 8846 entries and still counting.  This exceeds the record 8773 set in 2006, making this year's WSOP main event the largest ever!

Submitted by Ace King on, Jul/07/2023

Binance Exec Departs Amidst Probes, Exchange Plunging Into Crisis

The cryptocurrency exchange is accused by the SEC of mishandling customer funds, misleading investors and regulators, and breaking securities rules. 

Submitted by C Costigan on, Jul/07/2023

Are Pay Per Head Bookie Businesses Now fully Legal With DC Circuit Decision?

Are Pay Per Head Bookie Businesses Now fully Legal With DC Circuit Decision?

On June 30, 2023, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia Circuit reversed the district court’s ruling in West Flagler Associates, Ltd. v. Haaland.  The result is that the Seminole tribe can now take bets from their casinos and - interestingly enough - remotely.

Submitted by Aaron Goldstein on, Jul/06/2023

NFL Policy Prohibits Gifts From Gambling Entities....Unless You Are Fanatics?

Mike Florio wants to know how the policy applies to a recent lavish party held by Fanatics CEO Michael Rubin and points out that nonlawyers do not use the term "de minimis" as it appears in the NFL gambling policy.

Submitted by C Costigan on, Jul/06/2023

Ayre Ventures Looking for Companies Ready to Ride Wave of BSV Blockchain Adoption, Including Gambling

The final day of the London Blockchain Conference 2023 saw a presentation by Paul Rajchgod, Ayre Ventures (AV) Managing Director, Private Equity, on “The Wave of Enterprise Adoption” currently underway on the BSV blockchain.

Submitted by Aaron Goldstein on, Jul/06/2023

Sportsbook Operator, Stake.com Will Support Chelsea in the EPL and Plans to Launch in Australia

Sportsbook Operator, Stake.com Will Support Chelsea in the EPL

Chelsea FC is moving in the opposite direction from the English Premier League (EPL), which is getting ready to outlaw gambling sponsorships on the front of shirts. The club has made the decision to collaborate with Stake.com, an online gaming service.

Submitted by Alistair Prescott on, Jul/06/2023

Could the DraftKings Sportsbook Be Coming to Florida? Don't Hold Your Breath

Could the DraftKings Sportsbook Be Coming to Florida?  Don't Hold Your Breath

Attoney Jeff Ifrah claims the Seminoles can license out to DraftKings and other sportsbook brands, thus answering concerns over competition, but why would they?

Submitted by Jagajeet Chiba on, Jul/05/2023

ACR Poker Launches New Website

ACR Poker Launches New Website

ACR Poker has been a staple of the Gambling911.com website since 2006 when it used to be DoylesRoom.  We are so excited about this news.

Submitted by Ace King on, Jul/05/2023

Musk Calls Zuck 'Lizard Boy' and Accuses Threads Founder of Copying Twitter: Latest Fight Odds

A Twitter/Facebook joint venture is the odds-on favorite to broadcast the cage fight between Mark Zuckerberg and Elon Musk courtesy of BetOnline.

Submitted by Tyrone Black on, Jul/05/2023

How to Acquire Customers Through a Bookie Referral Program

The basis of any sportsbook referral program is to encourage your customers to spread through word-of-mouth the services you're offering as a bookmaker or sportsbook owner.

Submitted by Aaron Goldstein on, Jul/04/2023

The President of the Philippines Urged to Ban Online Gambling

The President of the Philippines Urged to Ban Online Gambling

The fact that gambling continues to grow in popularity in many parts of the world should not come as a surprise. People in countries all over the globe have the opportunity to experience some of the best gambling brands in the world. This even includes states where gambling is not always legal.

Submitted by B.E.Delmer on, Jul/04/2023

BetEagle.com Outlives its Principal Owner and Still Prospers Today

Way back in 2014, Gambling911.com reported on how two New Jersey men, including one who ran an illegal sports betting website, had admitted to conspiring with the Genovese organized crime family. 

Submitted by Jagajeet Chiba on, Jul/03/2023

NHS England Warns Gambling Fans About the Rising Number of People Who Seek Help

NHS England Warns Gambling Fans About the Rising Number of People Who Seek Help

Amanda Pritchard, which is the person in charge, has reported that a record number of people are looking for help with their gambling addiction in the country.

Submitted by Alistair Prescott on, Jul/03/2023

Kick CEO Says No to Additional Gambling Content

"Alongside this update, we've also removed some unnecessary exposure to gambling related content throughout our recommended formula's."

Submitted by Aaron Goldstein on, Jul/01/2023

D.C. Circuit Rule in Favor of the Seminole Tribe Sports Betting But a Long Road Ahead Still Likely

More legal challenges are possible however.

Submitted by Gilbert Horowitz on, Jul/01/2023

How Can AI Change the Game Technology

How Can AI Change the Game Technology

Technology is a product of highly-imaginative minds. These minds never cease to bring upgrades and new discoveries that are helpful to man. For so many years, it has helped increase production, improve peoples' lives, and generate more revenues for a wide majority of entrepreneurs.

Submitted by Payton on, Jun/30/2023

Con Artists Are Now Impersonating Casino Executives to Steal Millions and Staff Are Falling for It

Con Artists Are Now Impersonating Casino Executives to Steal Millions

Contessa Brewer noted that her sources revealed one casino had been duped into believing its owner was kidnapped.

Submitted by Jagajeet Chiba on, Jun/30/2023

CoinGeek: 'Dan Friedberg’s Criminal Role Laid Bare in FTX CEO’s Report'

CoinGeek: 'Dan Friedberg’s Criminal Role Laid Bare in FTX CEO’s Report'

Steven Stradbrooke explained the convoluted funding scheme that appeared to be tied to FTX and that firm's founder Sam Bankman-Fried (SBF) and ultimately resulted in that exchange's biblical collapse late last year.

Submitted by Aaron Goldstein on, Jun/30/2023

Professor of Journalism: Shams Gambling Partnership a 'Credibility Killer'

"As a journalist you don't want someone to question who you're working for when they consume the news."

Submitted by C Costigan on, Jun/27/2023

St-Pierre Favored to Train Musk

We know Mark Zuckerberg is very serious about his mixed martial arts training after taking it up a year ago because it "required constant focus."

Submitted by Press Release on, Jun/26/2023

How the Fledgling Ontario Gambling Market Compares with Others in North America

How the Fledgling Ontario Gambling Market Compares with Others in North America

Viewed by some as the most important new gambling market in North America, the regulated online casino industry in Ontario launched in April 2022. The launch of the market was met with positivity by the industry and more than 40 operators now have licenses to operate numerous online casinos. 

Submitted by B.E.Delmer on, Jun/26/2023

Industry Outrage as NBA Insider, FanDuel Partner Influences Draft Betting Line....Gets it Wrong

"Such situations make it clear that trusted reporters have the ability to significantly influence how people bet."

Submitted by Don Shapiro on, Jun/25/2023

From the BetOnline Laboratory: (Un)Scientific Study Finds Fans Rooting for Musk, Zuck the Huge Betting Favorite

A semi-scientific Twitter study conducted over the past 36 hours shows who America is rooting for in the "Musk vs. Zuck" cage fight.  And here is a hint:  It's not the oddsmaker favorite.

Submitted by Jordan Bach on, Jun/24/2023

Online Casino for Dummies: How to Stop Confusing RTP and RNG

Online Casino for Dummies: How to Stop Confusing RTP and RNG

Today, the iGaming industry is steadily growing. This is facilitated by the expansion of the internet, the growth of smartphone use, cultural and social approval from the authorities and celebrity influencers, as well as easy access to online gambling games.

Submitted by B.E.Delmer on, Jun/23/2023

Top Pay Per Head Bookie Software for Independent Bookies

Top Pay Per Head Bookie Software for Independent Bookies

Create your own sportsbook and become a successful bookie with the best PPH site. Get the best sports gambling solutions with top-rated sportsbook software for bookies.

Submitted by Aaron Goldstein on, Jun/23/2023

Complete Guide to Pay-Per-Head Bookie Software: Everything You Need to Know

Are you looking to start your own sportsbook business or already have one but struggling to manage it efficiently? Look no further than pay-per-head bookie software.

Submitted by Aaron Goldstein on, Jun/23/2023

Russian Owner of Gambling Website 1xBet Dies in Mystery Medical Mishap

Russian Owner of Gambling Website 1xBet Dies in Mystery Medical Mishap

Karshkov was born in Ukraine's Kyiv oblast in 1980 before moving to Bryansk in Russia.

Submitted by Jagajeet Chiba on, Jun/22/2023

How Do Online Casino Owners Value Their Customers Without Harming Their Business?

Ever since the COVID-19 pandemic, online activities have grown leaps and bounds. The rise of online gambling has given casinos and businesses new markets through different technological advancements. Along with gambling, virtual reality and other gaming technology have progressed, making it an excellent entertainment sector that reverberates today.

Submitted by B.E.Delmer on, Jun/22/2023

Streamer xQc Talks Mega Kick Deal, Poker Champ Accused of Cheating, Marking Cards and Being Rude

Dan Smith had plenty of choice words for Prague poker champ Martin Kabrhel.  "I think it's ridiculous that he's allowed to play in the tournament".

Submitted by Nagesh Rath on, Jun/19/2023

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