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Gambling.com Group Brings on Board Dave & Busters CFO

Gambling.com Group Brings on Board Dave & Busters CFO

One of the top sports betting affiliates in the USA market, the Gambling.com Group, has brought on board Michael Quartieri to join its Board of Directors.

Submitted by Aaron Goldstein on, Jul/06/2022

Sports Betting Firms Use Helping the Homeless in Likely $100 Million Ad Spend to Woo California Voters

But "California Solutions to Homelessness and Mental Health Act" referendum suggesting legalized gambling will help reduce homelessness may rub some voters the wrong way.

Submitted by C Costigan on, Jul/05/2022

Maine Sports Betting Market Limited and Not Likely to Go Live for Another Two Years

Maine Sports Betting Market Limited and Not Likely to Go Live for Another Two Years

Up to 12 entities have reached out to the Maine Gambling Control Unit to introduce themselves and offer information about their services, but they're not who you might think.

Submitted by Gilbert Horowitz on, Jul/05/2022

Sigma Derby Horse Racing Game Celebrates 10 Years at the D Las Vegas

Sigma Derby Horse Racing Game Celebrates 10 Years at the D Las Vegas

Iconic Coin Slot at Downtown Las Vegas Casino-Hotel Remains Only Operational Game in the Country

Submitted by Press Release on, Jul/05/2022

Premier League Clubs Will Vote on Banning Gambling Brands as Shirt Sponsors

Half of last season’s 20 top-flight teams in the Premier League had betting sponsors on their shirts, but that could soon be changing.

Submitted by Alistair Prescott on, Jul/05/2022

Another One Bites the Dust: UK Affiliate Bet-at-Home Shuts Down Its Program

Another One Bites the Dust: UK Affiliate Bet-at-Home Shuts Down Its Program

The UK's crackdown on advertising has forced operators to sever ties with non-compliant affiliates in recent years.

Submitted by Aaron Goldstein on, Jul/04/2022

Is Caesars Sportsbook Legal to Bet With From Missouri?

Is Caesars Sportsbook Legal to Bet With From Missouri?

Caesars Sportsbook does not take bets from those living in or visiting the Show Me State, however, there are other sports betting sites accessible from the state.

Submitted by Tyrone Black on, Jul/03/2022

Doug Polk Steps Down as CoinFlex Ambassador: Company Halts Withdrawals

Poker pro and self-tanner pitchman's promotion caused many to get burned though...at a time when Polk's been calling out various fellow players as "scammers" and "cheaters"...gulp.

Submitted by Nagesh Rath on, Jul/02/2022

Caesars Sportsbook Lakers Futures: 22-1 to 10-1 in Last 24 Hours

Caesars Sportsbook Lakers Futures: 22-1 to 10-1 in Last 24 Hours

Flurry of action including a $10K bet pushes the Lakers futures odds despite team not making any big moves.

Submitted by Don Shapiro on, Jul/02/2022

BetMGM Bonuses in New York - Cancelled Until Further Notice

BetMGM Bonuses in New York - Cancelled Until Further Notice

A high tax rate cutting into profits along with the potential of an advertising crackdown by regulators could be the catalyst.

Submitted by Gilbert Horowitz on, Jul/01/2022

NFL Hires Its First Executive Dedicated to Fostering Sports Betting Relationships

NFL Hires Its First Executive Dedicated to Fostering Sports Betting Relationships

Plus: Around a quarter of NBA Finals betting action placed in New Hampshire came from those with Massachusetts addresses, and NC mobile sports betting bill likely dead with one more day to go.

Submitted by Gilbert Horowitz on, Jun/29/2022

Players Breeding Their Own Horses to Compete in Metaverse

Players Breeding Their Own Horses to Compete in Metaverse

Metarace bills itself as offering the first Metaverse competitive game, in the form of horse racing, that is now live on the metarace gaming platform.  It also features a ‘ play-to-earn ‘ feature.

Submitted by Aaron Goldstein on, Jun/28/2022

Retailer Fanatics Looks to Enter Sports Betting Sector

Retailer Fanatics Looks to Enter Sports Betting Sector

Plus Twitch streamer xQc loses over $800,000 after gambling as the result of a glitch.

Submitted by Gilbert Horowitz on, Jun/26/2022

House Panel Advances Sports Betting Bills in North Carolina

All eyes on North Carolina as the House Judiciary 1 Committee there has approved two sports betting bills with a legislative deadline looming on June 30.

Submitted by C Costigan on, Jun/22/2022

No More Risk Free Bet Promo at DraftKings: Becomes No Sweat Bet

No More Risk Free Bet Promo at DraftKings: Becomes No Sweat Bet

Plus BetBull Sportsbooks shuts its doors for good July 7.

Submitted by Aaron Goldstein on, Jun/21/2022

Online Gambling Affiliates in Spain Get Around New Ad Restrictions

Online Gambling Affiliates in Spain Get Around New Ad Restrictions

Restrictions include a ban on sports gaming company sponsorship deals as well as limiting advertisements to the 1 am to 5 am hour.

Submitted by Gilbert Horowitz on, Jun/20/2022

Countdown to Sports Betting Legalization in Massachusetts: Time Running Out

Countdown to Sports Betting Legalization in Massachusetts: Time Running Out

Plus:  A new retail sportsbook to open this week in Michigan and Susquehanna Subsidiary Acquires 12.75% stake in PointsBet.

Submitted by Gilbert Horowitz on, Jun/20/2022

World Pool Grows 35% at Royal Ascot

World Pool Grows 35% at Royal Ascot

There is no disputing just how popular the Royal Ascot has become in recent years.  The numbers don't lie.  The five-day Royal meeting this year took in a record £168 million bet into the World Pool.  It also resulted in the biggest World Pool ever on a British race with £6.6 million wagered on the Coronation Stakes.  

Submitted by Don Shapiro on, Jun/20/2022

Sports Betting Ads Are Out of Control: Could a Crackdown Be Coming?

Sports Betting Ads Are Out of Control: Could a Crackdown Be Coming?

Unlike in the UK, where an Advertising Standards Authority requires stringent protocol and is not afraid to dole out fines to offenders, the United States is yet to impose such restrictions on language contained within ad spots.

Submitted by Alejandro Botticelli on, Jun/20/2022

Gambling911's Thomas Somach Predicted Sports Betting at Arenas and Stadiums.....20 Years Ago!!!

Decades ago, Somach was hobnobbing with the likes of Desmond Tutu and Phillies great Mike Schmidt.  He was also making bold predictions about the future of legalized sports wagering at a time when the Feds were handing out indictments like they were candy.

Submitted by C Costigan on, Jun/19/2022

Business: CoinBase Hires 200 Then Swifty Fires Them Amid Crypto Crisis

Those affected learn of termination via personal emails after being cut off from the company's systems.  Mass layoffs come just days after employees issued a public petition to remove some senior Coinbase executives.

Submitted by Aaron Goldstein on, Jun/15/2022

Maryland Governor Blasts State's Sports Betting Launch

Maryland Governor Blasts State's Sports Betting Launch

Hogan is demanding that SWARC set a firm launch date, award licenses on a first-come, first serve basis and prioritize those licenses that are already partnered with Maryland land-based casino operators.

Submitted by Gilbert Horowitz on, Jun/15/2022

Crypto, Blockchain News: Nguyen Bids Farewell But Still Dedicated to BSV

"I remain a big believer in BSV and the visition for a massively scaled bitcoin protocol to make the world better," Nguyen said.  "That will not change and I will continue to be one of BSV's biggest advocates."

Submitted by Alistair Prescott on, Jun/15/2022

Collision 2022: The Largest International Tech Event in Canada Since the Pandemic Began Sells Out

Collision 2022: The Largest International Tech Event in Canada Since the Pandemic Began Sells Out

Founders and CEOs of the world’s most successful tech companies – Substack, Ethereum, Blockchain.com, Flexport, Cardano, Tezos, Binance, BlockFi, Chief, Calendly, Clearco, Cloudflare and many more – will speak across Collision’s 20-plus tracks, including on the brand new Crypto track.

Submitted by Aaron Goldstein on, Jun/15/2022

Paddy Power Causing Trouble Again....Praise Jesus They're Back!!!!

Paddy Power Causing Trouble Again

Boring Paddy Power has left the building.  Enter the old Paddy.  An advert for betting firm Paddy Power has been banned for encouraging repetitive gambling.

Submitted by Jagajeet Chiba on, Jun/14/2022

Sports Betting News: Sports Betting's Prop Queen Kicked Out of Fantasy League in 7th Grade for "Being Too Good"

Plus: Auditors discover Colorado sportsbook operators could have criminal backgrounds, questionable tax practices uncovered.

Submitted by Jagajeet Chiba on, Jun/14/2022

Coinbase Will Cut 18% of Full-Time Jobs

Coinbase Will Cut 18% of Full-Time Jobs

Plus Binance Monday move freezing withdrawals a "comical routine" that "was accompanied by the truly hilarious explanation" with employees desperately "looking for whoever had the transaction plunger so they could swiftly dislodge this reluctant crypturd".  Also: Micropayments are the key to masses

Submitted by Aaron Goldstein on, Jun/14/2022

Gaming Affiliate News: Conferences, Tools and More

This blog looks at the latest news and innovations coming out of the online gambling affiliate space.  Today's news: Two online gambling affiliate websites among those now being blocked in Australia.

Submitted by Gilbert Horowitz on, Jun/13/2022

Can I Use Bitcoin to Play on an Online Casino From Florida

Can I Use Bitcoin to Play on an Online Casino From Florida

Miami, in particular, has been leading the pack when it comes to digital currencies.  The state itself actually launched a campaign to begin allowing residents to pay their taxes in Bitcoin. Needless-to-say, online casinos look to prosper in his Bitcoin-friendly environment. 

Submitted by B.E.Delmer on, Jun/13/2022

How to Get Started at a Bitcoin Sportsbook

How to Get Started at a Bitcoin Sportsbook

If you have limited knowledge about Bitcoin, don’t worry. You can still get started with a Bitcoin sportsbook. In fact, getting started with a Bitcoin sportsbook is so easy, you can do it in five minutes or less.

Submitted by B.E.Delmer on, Jun/13/2022

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