MoneyGram Bought by Chinese Firm
In addition to transferring money for gambling across the globe, MoneyGram is also the most used transfer company for Mexicans living in the US to send funds back home.
British Bookmakers Likely to be Embraced by Trump Administration
What was deemed inconceivable just a few months ago stands to become a very real possibility in the coming months: British bookmakers that once flooded the US online gambling landscape could re-enter the market without the bureaucratic Congressional standoffs and lagging legislative efforts that have hampered the industry for more than a decade.
Bet on Lady Gaga Mentioning Donald Trump During Super Bowl 51 Halftime Show
Online gambling sites have released a number of Lady Gaga prop bets including whether she will mention US President Donald Trump.
Murder Charges Dropped Against Two Poker Players in Christmas Night Casino Killing
Former Army Ranger Fernando Duarte was shot 13 times outside casino by one of two poker players he reportedly threatened
Florida Senate Moves Ahead With Major Gambling Expansion
A dramatic expansion of gambling in Florida is moving ahead in the Florida Senate.
Trump’s Choice for Treasury Secretary, Steven Mnuchin, Has Close Ties to Gambling
President Donald J. Trump's choice to be U.S. Secretary of the Treasury, Steven T. Mnuchin, will be in charge of the nation's money supply.
Man Wins $290,687 in Seminole Hard Rock Lucky Hearts Poker Open
Michael Graffeo of Boca Raton, Fla. walked away with $290,687 after winning first place in the Seminole Hard Rock Lucky Hearts Poker Open (LHPO) WPTDeepStacks Main Event on Tuesday, Jan. 24, 2017 at Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Hollywood.
Colorado Enacts Bonding Requirement for Fantasy Sports Operators
On June 10, 2016, Colorado governor John Hickenlooper signed House Bill 16-1404, a bill to regulate fantasy contests and fantasy contest operators in the state.
Man Who Got ‘Mafia’ Mention Out of ‘Godfather’ Film has Died
The son of a legendary New York Mafia boss has died of complications from diabetes at the age of 71.
Paddy Power Betfair Ratings Reaffirmed by Advisors
Advisors at both Numis and Shore Capital have reaffirmed their ratings for online gambling powerhouse Paddy Power and Betfair, albeit providing different recommendations.
Rivers Casino & Resort Schenectady Announces Grand Opening Details
Rivers Casino & Resort Schenectady announced today details of the grand opening of the first Las Vegas-style casino in the Capital Region.
Judge Compares Texas Teacher Pot Consumption in Colorado to Gambling in Vegas
A Texas judge has ruled that a former teacher should not be punished for consuming marijuana while in Colorado.
Poker Pro Turned Singer, DJ Vanessa Rousso to Release First Single ‘Kiss Face’
One of the most successful women on the live poker circuit and former ambassador for PokerStars, Vanessa Rousso, is set to release her new single “Kiss Face”, on February 5.
State of Georgia Could be Getting Two Casinos
Supporters of casino gambling hope to legalize the industry in Georgia after several failed attempts in recent legislative sessions.
Odds to Win Best Picture at 2017 Oscars as Nominations Announced
BetOnline has your odds to win the Best Picture at this year’s Academy Awards following Tuesday’s Oscar nominations.
MGM National Harbor Celebrates the Year of the Rooster
MGM National Harbor, the region’s hottest new destination resort casino, is celebrating Lunar New Year with festive entertainment, a vibrant Conservatory display and authentic culinary specials.
Western Union Fined $586 million for Colluding With Organized Crime
The popular money transfer service Western Union has been fined $586 million for allegedly colluding with organized criminal elements in an effort to circumvent money laundering laws.
Artificial Intelligence ‘Libratus’ About to Defeat Poker Champions for First Time
So far, after 67,000 hands, Libratus has won $701,242 worth of chips after starting from a balance of zero
Aussie Millions 2017 Attracts Over 700 Players: Will Final Number Exceed Last Year
The Aussie Millions 2017 had attracted some 718 players by the final opening day Tuesday.
Three Casinos Fight for Adele With Potential of £400,000 a Night Payout
Recording artist Adele is being courted by three big Vegas Strip casinos: MGM, the Venetian and Caesars Resorts with what is being called the “biggest deals ever put together”.
Naked Man Gunned Down at Casino Identified
Authorities are identifying a 57-year-old Arizona man who died and the Las Vegas police officer who shot him
Skin in the Game Looks at How Counter-Strike Spawned Multi-Billion Dollar Gambling Sector
ESPN.com featured an excellent piece on how Counter-Strike helped to create a multibillion-dollar world of online casino gambling
China Continues its Crackdown on Internet Gambling
China is reinforcing its censorship of the internet with a campaign to crack down on unauthorised connections....
Knife Wielding Naked Man Gunned Down in Gambling Hall by Police
The Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department says one of its officers fatally shot a knife-wielding naked man when he charged the officer after not complying with the officer's commands
No Deal as Florida Appeals Seminole Tribe Blackjack Ruling
Florida is pushing ahead in its legal tussle with the Seminole Tribe of Florida over the tribe's estimated $2 billion a year gambling operation.
Vegas 24 Votes Away From Snatching the Raiders
First the NHL’s Vegas Golden Knights. Soon, maybe, the Las Vegas Raiders.
Forget Legalized Online Gambling in the US: The Adelson Influence
Adelson has pushed for Web gambling prohibition in the States over the past few years
Why Slot Games Are Continuing to Dominate the Online Casino Market
As 2016 drew to a close, there was little doubt that the online casino market was established as the world's primary growth industry.
Las Vegas Sands Settles Bribery Case
Las Vegas Sands Corp agreed to pay a $6.96 million criminal penalty to end the U.S. Department of Justice probe
Bookie Tips: Should You Get a Business Partner?
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