CRYPTOCURRENCIES
Is Bitcoin Back On The Rise? Plus Why It Matters To Online Bookies
Some have sounded the alarm that Bitcoin’s back on the rise. If Bitcoin shifts from a downward trend to an upward trend, online bookies stand to benefit.
US Government Gets Involved in Case of Missing 5Dimes Owner
The US Department of State has confirmed they are looking into the disappearance of missing sportsbook owner Sean "Tony" Creighton.
Murder Number 582 and 583 This Year in Costa Rica as 5Dimes Tony Body Still Unaccounted For
After reporting eight days ago that the body of 5Dimes owner Sean "Tony" Creighton had been found, the Costa Rica Star stopped reporting on the matter, has offered no further verification, and - according to what we are hearing within their office - have no intention to pursue the story any further.
How Do I Use Bitcoin to Bet Poker Online? (Bitcoin Poker Series Part I)
Being an intergral part of the gaming industry, we here at Gambling911.com are constantly asked two questions that might otherwise shock our regular readers: "How can I play online poker with real money?" And - wait for it - "How do I buy and use Bitcoin?"
Wife and Manager of Kidnapped 5Dimes Owner Met to Make Payment
A Diario report reveals that the wife of kidnapped 5Dimes owner communicated with a manager of the betting firm to send more than $700K in bitcoin ransom to Cuba hours after Sean "Tony" Creighton allegedly disappeared.
5Dimes Issues Statement Regarding Kidnapping of Owner
Costa Rica sportsbook 5Dimes issued a statement to at least one media outlet in regard to the alleged kidnapping of its colorful owner, Sean "Tony" Creighton, 43 of Morgantown, West Virginia.
Kidnapped 5Dimes Owner Vehicle Found Intentionally Crashed by Perps
Diaro Extra has what it says is a photo of the vehicle driven by 5Dimes owner Sean "Tony" Creighton intentionally crashed into a gate. Creighton was reported kidnapped on September 25.
Status of 5Dimes Uncertain in Wake of Owner's Disappearance
Following word that the owner of San Jose, Costa Rica-based 5Dimes Sportsbook was reportedly kidnapped three weeks ago, those with money at the book have been scrambling to find out more details.
Another $6 Billion of Value wiped Out of Bitcoin in a Day
Cryptocurrencies, which today accounts for upwards of 70% of all online gambling transactions in the North American market, lost approximately $6 billion of its value in a single day Thursday.
Bitcoin Gains Some Ground Wednesday as Google Partially Reverses Ban
Google's partial reverse of its Bitcoin ban has resulted in the price of that cryptocurrency gaining some ground Wednesday. The price of Bitcoin was hovering around $6500 closing in on Midnight Eastern Standard Time.
Ayre Commits to Never Allowing Bitmain to Chain Split Bitcoin Again
"We will fight any attempts by anyone else to cause a chain split. CoinGeek and friends believe in the Satoshi Vision for the evolution of Bitcoin and that means all disputes should be settled by Nakamoto consensus and Miner hash elections...."
Americas Cardroom Especially Lucrative This Week for Crypto Supporters
US-facing online poker site accepts over 60 cryptocurrencies
3 Benefits Of Switching To Cryptocurrency for The Football Betting Season
Cryptocurrency has a lot of added benefits for individual online bookies. However, there are even more benefits with the right payment systems. Find out how bookies can make even more cash with football betting using cryptocurrency!
Bitmain Launches World Digital Mining Summit in Tbilisi, Georgia
TBILISI, Georgia --Bitmain Technologies Ltd, a world leader in blockchain hardware, software, and services, has partnered with BitKan to host the inaugural World Digital Mining Summit on September 21 st to 23 rd: a three-day industry insight and networking summit held in Tbilisi, capital city of Georgia. The World Digital Mining Summit will feature 30+ speakers and up to 1,000 attendees.
Bitcoin Price Rises Sharply in Just 20 Minutes, Winklevoss Launch Crypto Org
Total market rose by a total of $11 billion in one hour
MECA Coin the Latest Online Gambling 'Savior'
Following news that the latest crypto coin that would change the face of online gambling, Dragon Coin, is an apparent scam (or at least being used to perpetuate scams), along comes MECA Coin.
Agents Have A New Payment Solution to Connect & Collect Cryptocurrency
There’s a new way for bookie agents to connect and collect with their players. Cryptocurrency is already widely-popular with agents and players in the sports betting industry. Now, collecting and payouts just got simplified—Get the details here!
Bitcoin Panic Selling: Great Entry Point to Get in?
Brian Kelly, Brian Kelly Capital founder and “Fast Money” trader, and Sheri Kaiserman, Maco.la principal advisor, discuss the sell-off in bitcoin and their outlooks for the crypto space.
How a Finnish Millionaire Lost $35M Worth of Bitcoin in a Gambling Scam
Aarni Otava Saarimaa was encouraged to invest in cryptocurrency Dragon Coin
Move Over CryptoKitties, Gambling Apps Now Rule the Roost in Blockchain World
It turns out that gambling, not buying digital kittens, is one of the most popular applications on the blockchain, Bloomberg News reports Friday.
MLB Postseason Update & How Bookies Can Leverage The Postseason
MLB is still in full swing. Even though NFL betting is soon to take over, don’t just forget about MLB betting. Increase action on every sports to increase profits in your sportsbooks. Here’s how to leverage the MLB postseason right now.
Pros And Cons Of Players Using Bitcoin & Cryptocurrency In Sportsbooks
Online bookies need to be honest with their players when it comes to payment options. Bookies should understand how bitcoin and cryptocurrencies affect their players. Here’s the pro and cons you can educate your players with.
More Than $90 Billion Wiped Off Bitcoin's Value
The EFT was proposed by VanEck and SolidX. VanEck has pushed for this on two previous occasions and failed.
How Do I Get a Payout From DraftKings Sports Book in NJ?
Getting a payout from DraftKing's sports book in New Jersey should soon get a little easier, even if you happen to reside outside of state.
Crypto Prices Fall Sharply after SEC Postpones Bitcoin ETF Decision
Bitcoin, which now makes up to 80% of all online gambling transactions. dipped again on Wednesday following news that the U.S. Security and Exchange Commission (SEC) will postpone the decision on approving what would be the first-ever Bitcoin ETF, which was issued by VanEck SolidX Bitcoin Trust.
Bitcoin Market Share at Levels Just After Hitting Near $20K High
Bitcoin's share of the entire cryptocurrency market stood at 47.6 percent, the highest level since December 20, according to a report filed by CNBC Tuesday.
Goldman Sachs Reiterates Plan to Roll Out Crypto Assets: Bitcoin Loses 15 Percent of its Value in Past Week
Goldman Sachs has reiterated it plans to roll out “crypto asset offerings” to clients in future in what Bloomberg describes would be a “boost for the burgeoning universe of funds betting on cryptocurrencies.”
Goldman Sachs: 'Bitcoin is Not Coming Back'
Goldman Sachs remains defiant when it comes to bitcoin having any role in the financial markets. Its investment strategy group says bitcoin will continue to decline.
Bitcoin Falling Again, but Only Temporary Says Investor
Bitcoin had fallen to 7,540.00 USD Wednesday following a rise above the $8,000 mark over the weekend.
Augur Blockchain Bets Placed on Trump Assassination Leave Regulators Powerless to Act
The so-called "Silk Road of Gambling", blockchain gambling platform Augur launched earlier this month. The “prediction market protocol” built on the ethereum blockchain permits gamblers from around the globe to create markets on just about anything, including the assassination of U.S. President Donald Trump. Regulators, meanwhile, may have little way of preventing this type of wagering.
