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Joran van der Sloot Captured

Joran van der Sloot, the man wanted in connection for the murder of a Peruvian woman, has been captured in Santiago, Chile.

Submitted by Jagajeet Chiba on, Jun/03/2010

Best Online Sports Betting Bonus Award Goes To…

The constant search for preeminence and perfection to serve the client has paid off for SBG Global.

Submitted by Guest on, Jun/03/2010

2014 Super Bowl in NJ Won’t Derail Sports Betting Efforts

New Jersey state lawmakers insist that the successful bid to land the 2014 Super Bowl in the state will not derail their efforts to bring legalized sports betting to NJ citizens. 

State Senator Raymond Lesniak (D) said the Senate would vote next week on a measure to send the issue to a public referendum.

"I don't believe they frown on [gambling] publicly because the Denver Broncos are playing the San Francisco 49ers in October at Wembley Stadium, and people will be betting right across the street from the stadium," said Lesniak, referring to a preseason game in London.

Submitted by Aaron Goldstein on, Jun/03/2010

Van der Sloot Attorney Claims Inconsistencies

Joran van der Sloot remained on the lam Thursday following news that a woman had been stabbed to death in his Lima, Peru hotel room Sunday.  The body was found three days later.

Stephany Tatiana Flores Ramirez, who was reportedly an out lesbian struggling with her sexuality, was found beaten and stabbed to death in a room at the Miraflores Hotel Tac in Lima booked in van der Sloot's name, police said.  Her father is a well-known businessman and former race car driver. 

Submitted by Alejandro Botticelli on, Jun/03/2010

Root: “Now Poker Players Have Voice in Leadership”

Wayne Allyn Root, the 2008 Libertarian Vice Presidential Nominee, has been elected to the Libertarian National Committee, finishing first in a field of 13 candidates to win the seat. 

Submitted by Jagajeet Chiba on, Jun/03/2010

Real Deal Poker Close to Becoming a Reality

One of the most widely touted online poker innovations to come along in years is one step closer to becoming a reality.

Submitted by Alejandro Botticelli on, Jun/03/2010

European Court Rules on Dutch Gambling Policy

Brussels, 3 June 2010: Today, the European Court of Justice (ECJ) rendered two preliminary rulings (1) addressing key questions relating to the compliance of the Dutch legislation

Submitted by Guest on, Jun/03/2010

James Bond Casino Icon Austin Martin Up For Sale

Punters, we know its not casino or gambling news purse, but Bond remains one of the world's most famous (and successful) gamblers. Geez, we wonder why he always wins.

Submitted by Greg Tingle on, Jun/03/2010

Australia Gets New Gambling Watchdog in Town: Woof!

Australian gambling remains politically red hot. With the changes in town comes a new watchdog...

Submitted by C Costigan on, Jun/02/2010

Steve Wynn Sues Joe Francis for Slander

TMZ.com is reporting that Vegas casino mogul Steve Wynn has sued "Girls Gone Wild" producer Joe Francis for slander.

Submitted by Guest on, Jun/01/2010

Gambling News: Antoine Walker Vegas Debts, 888.com

Former NBA star Antoine Walker will appear in court to face felony charges for writing a bad check and failing to pay $900,000 in gambling debts to three Las Vegas casinos. 

Submitted by Alistair Prescott on, Jun/01/2010

Slots.com Purchased for $5.5 Mil by Calvin Ayre

One of the most recognized domain names on the Net today, Slots.com, has been purchased by Calvin Ayre.  The founder of Bodog.com acquired the name for $5.5 million.

"Slots.com will work for us on a number of levels, not least, in generating global traffic to our Bodog branded properties but also to form a number of other targeted websites including one that will be created by and for the female gambler," Ayre said in a statement on Tuesday.

"After Casino.com, we feel that Slots.com is the best gaming domain in the world," Ayre added.

Submitted by C Costigan on, Jun/01/2010

What Is An Online Affiliate Program

Australia Media Man, Greg Tingle, offers up a self-promotion piece and answers, among many other questions, What is an online affiliate program?  He also explores the latest happenings down under.

Submitted by Greg Tingle on, May/31/2010

eCredit Daily: Card Networks Must Now Detect Betting

Beginning June 1, credit and debit card processors must have "reasonably designed policies and procedu

Submitted by Guest on, May/31/2010

Pawn Stars Continues to Trend Heavy

Gambling911.com trending had Pawn Stars going off the charts Sunday.

"The Thomas Somach penned article entitled ‘Pawn Stars Vegas Reality Star a Real Convict' is the most read of the year so far," acknowledged Gambling911.com Senior Editor Payton O'Brien.  "This should give some sense as to how popular the show is."

Submitted by C Costigan on, May/31/2010

John Gotti Jr. on 60 Minutes: “Truly Blessed”

CBS news magazine 60 Minutes featured a full hour segment of John Gotti, Jr., including the first exclusive interview.  Gotti Jr., a colorful character just like his father, refused to mention the

Submitted by Guest on, May/31/2010

D Day for Online Gambling? UIGEA Takes Effect

June 1, 2010 marks the day that the Unlawful Internet Gaming Enforcement Act (UIGEA) finally goes into effect after passing as an attachment to a Port Security Act in October 2006.  The law makes

Submitted by Alejandro Botticelli on, May/31/2010

Hurricane Betting Not Likely: Oil Spill Trades Are

With the 2010 Hurricane season set to begin today (June 1), don't expect online bookmakers to start offering betting odds on Hurricanes hitting the US. 

In 2006, following the record setting hurricane season the year prior, online gambling's oldest betting site catering to the North American bettor, Bookmaker.com, came under increasing scrutiny for taking bets on the 2006 storm season.

Submitted by Alejandro Botticelli on, May/31/2010

Online Gambling: Prague i-Gaming Affiliate Super Show Recap

The Prague Affiliate Super Show for the online gambling sector is now history.  Most of us are now back home after nearly a week of revelry and networking. 

Make no mistake about it, Prague is a great city and relatively inexpensive compared to the rest of Europe.  Organizers, however, do not expect an immediate return.  While the city itself is relatively affordable, getting there is not.  Few flights go direct to Prague from the United States.  Most fares cost anywhere from US$1000 to $1400 round trip. 

Submitted by C Costigan on, May/31/2010

Aussie Racing Club Buys Pokies Clubs

The Australian gaming, igaming, racing and overall business sector continues to evolve, as the old adage of only the strong will survive continues to hold true.

Submitted by Greg Tingle on, May/30/2010

Is Ken Weitzner Really Dead?

Despite mounting evidence to suggest that online gambling portal pioneer Ken Weitzner really is dead, the most talked about subject at this past week's Prague i-Gaming Affiliate Super Show (aside f

Submitted by C Costigan on, May/30/2010

Brazil Lottery Winner Escapes Father’s Murder Plot

BRASILIA (Reuters) - The winner of a $16 million (11 million pound) lottery jackpot in Brazil escaped his own father's plot to kill him after police caught two contract killers supposedly hired to

Submitted by Guest on, May/29/2010

American Gaming Spends $430k on Lobbying

(Associated Press) The American Gaming Association spent nearly $430,000 in the first quarter lobbying federal officials about online gambling regulation and enforcement and other issues, according

Submitted by Guest on, May/28/2010

How Match Fixing Has Hit The World of Sports Betting

From:  The London Telegraph

Football

Only this month, Lord Triesman was forced to resign as chairman of the Football Association after alleging that Russia and Spain were attempting to bribe referees ahead of the World Cup, prompting Jérôme Valcke, Fifa's general secretary, to ask Interpol to look into the claims.

In 2006 Italian police revealed that some of the country's biggest clubs had been bribing referees.

Cricket

Submitted by Guest on, May/27/2010

JetBull Closing Party in Prague

The JetBull closing party will take place from 21.00-Late
(that is 9:00 pm for all you North American wankers).

Submitted by Guest on, May/27/2010

Crown Casino VS Star City Friendly War

The casino and overall gaming industry in the Asia Pacific - Australian regional remains as competitive as ever, with Crown Casino, Star City and Jupiters Hotel and Casino all enjoying expensive up

Submitted by Greg Tingle on, May/27/2010

Gambling911.com Founder Wins DAFT Award While in Prague

The website CalvinAyre.com has awarded Gambling911.com founder Chris Costigan with its coveted DAFT Award (D

Submitted by Jenny Woo on, May/26/2010

Craigslist Killer Still Gambling in Prison

The notorious Craigslist killer Philip Markoff continues his gambling ways while in prison.

Submitted by Guest on, May/26/2010

William Hill Pulls Out of French Online Gambling Market

(Reuters) - William Hill (WMH.L), Britain's second-biggest bookmaker, said it would stop accepting online gambling business from clients in France following the introduction of new gambling laws in

Submitted by Guest on, May/26/2010

Calvin Ayre Party: Evil Dwarfs and Drones

The highly anticipated kickoff to the Prague Affiliate Super Show, the Calvin Ayre party, took place in a remote section outside the city.  Tight security guarded the event as only 200 chosen gues

Submitted by Guest on, May/26/2010

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