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Mobile Sports Betting in Rhode Island Approved: Awaits Governor Signature

Mobile Sports Betting in Rhode Island Approved: Awaits Governor Signature

Lawmakers in Rhode Island have approved mobile sports betting within Rhode Island's borders.  The bill awaits the signature of Governor Gina Raimondo.

Submitted by Gilbert Horowitz on, Mar/12/2019

HO-ly S***! Mike The Mouth Epic Fail Spell Check of Fellow Player's ..... Spelling

HO-ly S***!  Mike The Mouth Epic Fail Spell Check of Fellow Player's ..... Spelling

An incoherent tweet from poker pro Mike "The Mouth" Matusow appears to be correcting fellow pro Maria's own method of communicating.

Submitted by Nagesh Rath on, Mar/12/2019

Conor McGregor Arrested in Miami for Strong Arm Robbery

Conor McGregor Arrested in Miami for Strong Arm Robbery

UFC star Conor McGregor was arrested and charged with strong armed robbery and criminal mischief late Monday afternoon for smashing an individual's cellphone who attempted to take his photo.

Submitted by Tyrone Black on, Mar/11/2019

Find a Fantastic Pay Per Head for the NBA Playoffs

Find a Fantastic Pay Per Head for the NBA Playoffs

Believe it or not, the NBA Playoffs are just around the corner and now is the time to start thinking about taking your bookie business to the next level.

Submitted by Guest on, Mar/11/2019

No Interest in Sports Betting Claims California Consultant

Legalized sports betting will likely not be on the ballot for California voters in 2020.

Submitted by Aaron Goldstein on, Mar/11/2019

Sports Betting Restrictions - New Jersey

There are some restrictions to placing sports bets in the state of New Jersey.  Offshore sportsbooks often provide an alternative when such restrictions arise.

Submitted by Aaron Goldstein on, Mar/10/2019

Mum of Missing Icelandic Poker Player Makes Desperate Appeal

Mum of Missing Icelandic Poker Player Makes Desperate Appeal

The mother of a poker player who went missing in Dublin, Ireland is appealing for the public to help find him.

Submitted by Nagesh Rath on, Mar/09/2019

Bookie Profit Index - New Jersey

Bookie Profit Index - New Jersey

New Jersey is an active state for betting all year long.  Both New York NFL teams play in the Garden State.

Submitted by Ean Lamb on, Mar/08/2019

Blackjack Dealer Charged With Helping Gamblers Cheat

A former blackjack dealer at a Connecticut casino has been charged with conspiring with two gamblers to cheat the casino out of more than $60,000.

Submitted by Associated Press on, Mar/08/2019

Mobile Online Betting in Rhode Island Hits Road Block

Mobile Online Betting in Rhode Island Hits Road Block

With the New England Patriots appearing in yet another Super Bowl game, those in the region who wanted to place a sport bet in person could finally do so at one of two Rhode Island casinos. 

Submitted by Gilbert Horowitz on, Mar/08/2019

The Players Championship 2019 Preview & Odds For Your Sportsbook

The Players Championship 2019 Preview & Odds For Your Sportsbook

The Players Championship is yet another way online bookies can make more cash. Increase your sportsbook revenue and attract new income with golf betting. Get the tips you need right here!

Submitted by Guest on, Mar/08/2019

How Online Bookies Can Prospect New Bettors With March Madness

How Online Bookies Can Prospect New Bettors With March Madness

Online bookies should always be looking for growth. Using big sporting events, such as the upcoming March Madness, is a great way to prospect new players. It’s about education. Learn how to attract bettors and increase revenue!

Submitted by Guest on, Mar/08/2019

HardRockCasino.com Gets 'Reel' By Launching Online Slot Tournaments In New Jersey

HardRockCasino.com Gets 'Reel'  By Launching Online Slot Tournaments In New Jersey

Atlantic City, NJ  – Today, March 8, 2019, HardRockCasino.com, New Jersey’s premier online gaming destination, launched the Garden State’s first “reel time” Online Slot Tournaments.

Submitted by Press Release on, Mar/08/2019

Sports Betting Bill Passes 1st Test at Minnesota Legislature

Sports Betting Bill Passes 1st Test at Minnesota Legislature

A bill to legalize sports betting in Minnesota cleared its first test at the Legislature on Thursday but faces an uncertain future amid tribal opposition.

Submitted by Associated Press on, Mar/07/2019

Another Sportsbook Coming to the Philadelphia Area Soon

Another Sportsbook Coming to the Philadelphia Area Soon

Philadelphia is set to have a new sportsbook in operation a mere 20 minutes outside the city limits in nearby Cherry Hill.

Submitted by Aaron Goldstein on, Mar/07/2019

AC Milan Legend Franco Baresi to Open up Betting on Football 2019

AC Milan Legend Franco Baresi to Open up Betting on Football 2019

Legendary AC Milan and Italy central defender Franco Baresi has been confirmed as the star name to open this month’s Betting on Football conference.

Submitted by Press Release on, Mar/07/2019

California Man’s Luck Runs Out as He Must Fork Over $90K for Gambling Online Using N.J. Betting Sites

New Jersey gambling regulators have ordered a California man to hand over more than $90,000 from online accounts he had funded and gambled with from outside the state in what appears to be the largest such case in the more than five years internet betting has been legal in New Jersey.

Submitted by Associated Press on, Mar/07/2019

Huge Slots Win at Seminole Hard Rock, Killer $3 Parlay Hits at BetOnline

Huge Slots Win at Seminole Hard Rock, Killer Parlay Hit at BetOnline

It was a big win in recent days for a pair of lucky gamblers who risked little, one online and another on site.

Submitted by Gilbert Horowitz on, Mar/06/2019

Slovakian Gambling Market Analysis With WH Partners and Playtech

Slovakian Gambling Market Analysis With WH Partners and Playtech

Slovakia will follow new gambling rules after the parliament overrode the president’s veto and adopted the new law on gambling. A total of 86 deputies voted for the change, supported by some opposition MPs also.

Submitted by Press Release on, Mar/06/2019

Sports Stars Ryan Howard and Hall of Famer Brian Westbrook Commit to Betting on Sports America

Emphasising the crossover between sports, sports betting and venture capital, former MLB National League MVP and venture capital Partner at SeventySix Capital Ryan Howard and Philadelphia Eagles Hall of Famer and SeventySix Capital Athlete Venture Group member Brian Westbrook are scheduled to speak on April 24 at the Betting on Sports America conference organized by SBC (Sports Betting Community).

Submitted by Press Release on, Mar/06/2019

Massive Brawls Break Out at Two U.S. Casinos Caught on Video

Massive Brawls Break Out at Two U.S. Casinos Caught on Video

Two huge casino brawls broke out this past weekened; one at the Talking Stick Resort in Scotsdale, AZ, the other at the Orleans Casino in Las Vegas.

Submitted by Nagesh Rath on, Mar/06/2019

Ireland Civil Defence Gets Involved in Search for Missing Poker Player

Ireland Civil Defence Gets Involved in Search for Missing Poker Player

The Ireland Civil Defence has now gotten involved in the search for Icelandic poker player who went missing in Dublin on February 9.

Submitted by Ace King on, Mar/05/2019

Owner Cancels Sale of Former Atlantic Club Casino

The owner of the former Atlantic Club Casino Hotel in New Jersey has canceled a notice to sell the closed property to a Philadelphia-based company.

Submitted by Associated Press on, Mar/05/2019

More Than Two Dozen Arrested in Tuesday Gambling Raids

More Than Two Dozen Arrested in Tuesday Gambling Raids

27 individuals were arrested Tuesday following the raids of two Westminster, CA homes.

Submitted by Jagajeet Chiba on, Mar/05/2019

In Play Betting, Prop Bets Not in the Cards for Future Florida Sportsbooks

In Play Betting, Prop Bets Not in the Cards for Future Florida Sportsbooks

Legislators are discussing the prospects of allowing sports betting in the state of Florida, but the final product is likely to be limited.

Submitted by Gilbert Horowitz on, Mar/05/2019

Pritzker Looks to Legal Sports Betting for Illinois Revenue

Pritzker looks to legal sports betting for Illinois revnue

Gov. J.B. Pritzker is hoping the burgeoning sports-gambling industry will help solve Illinois’ budget troubles, but state lawmakers must first legalize expanded wagering after years of failed attempts.

Submitted by Associated Press on, Mar/05/2019

Bookie Profit Index - Cincinnati

Bookie Profit Index - Cincinnati

Cinncinnati looks to continue attracting sports bettors even beyond the College Basketball season with the Reds.  Of course, the NFL takes center stage with the Bengals each year no matter how bad the team might be in a given season.

Submitted by C Costigan on, Mar/04/2019

Bookie Profit Index - Kentucky: Louisville, Lexington

Bookie Profit Index - Kentucky: Louisville, Lexington

You better believe Kentucky is a hot bed of betting activity, more so during the College Basketball season perhaps than even Football.

Submitted by Tyrone Black on, Mar/04/2019

Sports Betting in South Dakota Fails for Now: Backers Want on Ballot

Sports Betting in South Dakota Fails for Now: Backers Want on Ballot

A South Dakota House panel on Monday rejected a measure proposing that voters should decide on legalizing sports betting in Deadwood, but supporters said they would likely gather signatures to put it on the 2020 ballot anyway.

Submitted by Associated Press on, Mar/04/2019

Seminole Hard Rock Poker Showdown Returns to Hollywood, Fla. Beginning April 4

Seminole Hard Rock Poker Showdown Returns to Hollywood, Fla.  Beginning April 4

Poker action returns to Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino in Hollywood, Fla. with the Seminole Hard Rock Poker Showdown kicking off on Thursday, April 4.

Submitted by Press Release on, Mar/04/2019

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BC.Game Reddit Reviews

There is little doubt that BC.Game is a big player in the worldwide online gambling space, especially when it comes to crypto.  It's not immediately clear if some of the negative stuff we've been reading about BC.Game is perhaps a symptom of growing pains.

Legality of Sweepstakes Casinos in Doubt

Forbes.com just published an amazing - and lengthy piece - pertaining to the world of sweepstakes casinos and the legal gray area they work in across the U.S.