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Florida Sports Betting Dead Until 2025

Florida Election Champions just barely collect half the signatures required for a ballot initiative while Las Vegas Sands campaign reportedly includes unauthorized signature of an election supervisor.
UAE Sheikhdom to Allow Gaming as Wynn Resorts Plans Project

DUBAI, United Arab Emirates (AP) — One of the seven sheikhdoms in the United Arab Emirates said Tuesday it will allow “gaming” while announcing a multibillion-dollar deal with Las Vegas-based casino giant Wynn Resorts.
The announcement by Ras al-Khaimah comes after months of rumors about gambling coming to the UAE, home to skyscraper-studded Dubai and oil-rich Abu Dhabi. Islam, the religion of the Arabian Peninsula, prohibits gambling.
Safer Gambling in 2022 - Tips for Users and Potential Legislation from the Govt

The gambling and iGaming industry in Ireland is worth millions of Euros a year. This shows, if nothing else, that those in Ireland are huge fans of online casinos and sports betting. The issues in Ireland are that many of the laws that regulate gambling are somewhat outdated. Some of these date back as far as 1930 and so can obviously never cover the phenomenon of online gambling.
Mike Matusow Further Illustrates Why Poker in Texas is So "Insane"... As Dallas Looks to Shut Game Down

"The Mouth" appears to be having the time of his life as Dallas area poker halls remain on life support.
Federal Judge Appeals Ruling That Scrapped Sports Betting in Florida

Plus signature gatherers allegedly engaging in fraud. One of the elections supervisor finds his own unauthorized signature submitted.
Michigan Sports Betting Handle in 2021 Was $3.5 B

It has been a full year since Michigan betting apps launched and the state's marketplace isn't looking back - as Michigan has seen a steady path of growth in terms of revenue over 2021. With the excitement of 2022 goals on the horizon, GreatLakeStakes.com has provided the following information as key takeaways
Bad Parents Banned From PA Casinos: Left Little One's Unattended

One bad dad left two children, ages 1 and 3, in a vehicle in the parking lot of Live! Casino Pittsburgh for approximately 26 minutes as he was inside gambling.
Is it Legal to Bet on the DraftKings Sportsbook App in Washington State?

While one cannot bet using the DraftKings app within Washington State, the company gained access to the retail market via a deal with the Tulalips Tribe announced January 19, 2021.
Who is Jumpman Gaming Limited?

Jumpman Gaming Limited started with one small bingo site, and now they are one of the leading innovators in online gaming: slots, casinos, and bingos. With the development of the best casino and bingo sites, they are one of the fastest growing casino networks. They develop, manage and customize more than 170 sites, which means there is a huge chance that you visited a site from them already.
Where Can I Watch, Bet UFC 270: Ngannou vs. Gane From Tampa, St. Petersburg?

Place your bets on UFC 270: Ngannou vs. Gane from The Tampa Area and find out where to watch as well.
DraftKings Pulls Out All The Stops in Final Petition Push....Offers Free Cash Enticement?

DraftKings is not hiding the fact that they want to enter the Florida market. While ads pushing a sports betting petition airing on television in the Sunshine State do not mention the company, DraftKings is now promoting the campaign via Twitter with their name all over it.
Is NYC Really Getting a Casino?

New York City could become the next Las Vegas. New York Governor Kathy Hochul on Tuesday proposed a $216.3 billion budget that would bring casino gambling to the Big Apple.
Dateline NBC Reexamines Casino Mogul Ted Binion's Murder

Dateline NBC over the weekend revisited the mysterious 1998 death of Las Vegas casino owner Ted Binion after new information has been exposed.
Pipe Bomb Found Outside Casino: Subject Apprehended

Investigators say 32-year-old Zachary Schmidt left an improvised explosive device outside the hotel casino.
DraftKings Calls Canada's Gambling Study Flawed

Because the tax rate Ontario is expected to impose on online gambling sites is much lower than the percentage the government takes from casino spending, the report concludes that the province stands to lose out on $550 million in annual revenue for a total of $2.8 billion over the next five years.
$1.2 Billion Bet in December With New Jersey Sportsbooks: Revenues Way Down Though

A whopping $1.2 billion was wagered on sports in New Jersey during the month of December. The books won $59.0 million in the month.
How Much Money Do I Need to Start an Online Sportsbook?

In this tutorial we learn how much money is required to run a sportsbook based on the number of players and the maximum amount wagered on average. We provide specific numbers that can be applied to your own business plan.
Where Can I Bet Sports Near Cincinnati?

Great news Cincinnati! Ohio has just legalized in-state sports betting. Retail outlets should be appearing soon, but in the meantime, there are options in neighboring Indiana and online with BetUS.
Can't Access the Ignition Casino

Customers were waking up Monday morning to learn they can no longer access the popular Ignition Casino and online poker room online.
Is Bovada Legal to Bet on From Ohio?

It is technically legal for Bovada to operate in Ohio though they do not have a state license to do so. While Bovada is good, there are better options available where payouts are made in just a few hours, not to mention more attractive lines Jazz offers anonymous betting accounts with just a valid email.
Place Your Bets: Mobile Sports Gambling Launches in NY

The state’s gaming commission had announced on Thursday that four of the nine mobile sports wagering operators it selected in November were approved to accept bets starting Saturday.
The Most Popular Casino Games in European Countries

The majority of the famous live casino games today can be traced back to Europe. In fact, blackjack, roulette, and baccarat have all gained popularity on this continent. While it might be difficult to pinpoint one particular game, this article highlights a list of games that have gained a stable foothold across European countries.
Georgia House Speaker Endorses Legalizing Gambling, Sports Betting

Georgia has long been among the staunchest opponents to legalized gambling in the US, but the tide may soon be changing.
When Will Mobile Sports Betting Apps Launch in New York State?

The New York State Gaming Commission has approved four licensees to launch mobile sports betting as early as this Saturday, January 8 effective 9 am.
Investments in New Projects on Tap for 2022 in Atlantic City

Atlantic City’s casinos are forging ahead with ambitious new projects in 2022, even as the coronavirus pandemic continues to make it harder to do business.
New Federal Law Affirms a Catawba Casino in the Charlotte Metro Area

A new federal law affirms the operation of a casino in North Carolina by the South Carolina-based Catawba Indian Nation, ending a yearslong dispute between the tribes.
November Best Month Ever for Nevada Sports Betting

November 2021 was the most lucrative month ever for the Silver State. An impressive milestone considering how long Nevada has offered the activity compared to other states, which only began offering sports gambling following a US Supreme Court decision in 2018.
Black Lotus Casino: An Honest Review

The US online casino market is a little bit on the clunky side as, unlike other regions and countries, every state has its own rules and guidelines in terms of what is legal and not legal within its borders.
Vegas Police Find Severed Head Inside Vehicle During Traffic Stop Near Rio Casino

Police discovered coolers in the truck bed, which then led to a severed head. Identification of the victim is not yet known.
4 Casino Mistakes That Are Costing You A Fortune

Online casinos have revolutionised the digital giving space.