Violence Plagued Prison Before Whitey Bulger's Beating Death (Video)
Long before notorious Boston mobster James “Whitey” Bulger was killed at a federal prison in West Virginia, lawmakers, advocates and even prison guards had been sounding the alarm about dangerous conditions there.
Shaun Deeb 2018 WSOP POY
Long time poker pro Shaun Deeb has been crowned the Poker Player of the Year, two months before the conclusion of 2018.
Zynga Poker Misses Wall Street Estimates
Zynga Inc (ZNGA.O) on Wednesday reported third-quarter bookings and current-quarter forecast that missed Wall Street estimates, as the game developer was hit by softness in its “Zynga Poker” franchise and casino slots portfolio.
Legalized Sports Betting is One Bet Paying Off
The action is coming fast and heavy. A bettor in New Jersey used his mobile app to win $325,000 on a $500,000 wager on Boston to win the World Series. Another DraftKings bettor hit a longshot money line parlay on longshots Oregon State and Kansas to collect $4,313 on his $50 bet.
Devils, 76ers Go All-In With Sports Betting
The company that owns the NHL's New Jersey Devils, the NBA's Philadelphia 76ers and a major New Jersey sports arena is going all in on promoting sports betting.
China Blocks Poker Apps Amid Massive Crackdown
A number of Texas Hold’Em style mobile games are being reported blocked as part of a crackdown by the Chinese government. The action commenced some time on Monday it appears.
James 'Whitey' Bulger Killed in Prison
Boston gangster James “Whitey” Bulger has been moved again to a prison in West Virginia.
NHL Partners With MGM to Share Data for Sports Betting
The NHL announced a multiyear agreement Monday to provide MGM Resorts International with data for use in betting, the second major U.S. professional sports league to strike a deal with the casino giant since the Supreme Court opened the way for expanded gambling last spring.
Paddy Power Likens Old People to Zombies
The UK bookmaker has been accused of ageism
Murder Number 582 and 583 This Year in Costa Rica as 5Dimes Tony Body Still Unaccounted For
After reporting eight days ago that the body of 5Dimes owner Sean "Tony" Creighton had been found, the Costa Rica Star stopped reporting on the matter, has offered no further verification, and - according to what we are hearing within their office - have no intention to pursue the story any further.
Indiana Gets Serious About Sports Betting
Indiana could join several states in legalizing sports betting following a committee's unanimous recommendation that lawmakers consider the change.
How Do I Use Bitcoin to Bet Poker Online? (Bitcoin Poker Series Part I)
Being an intergral part of the gaming industry, we here at Gambling911.com are constantly asked two questions that might otherwise shock our regular readers: "How can I play online poker with real money?" And - wait for it - "How do I buy and use Bitcoin?"
Mississippi Casinos Win More in Second Month of Sports Bets
Casino revenue rose sharply again in Mississippi in September in the state's second month of legal sports betting.
Each Way Betting in Football Explained
Sports betting can be a lucrative way of making big wins. The key to winning a bet is being knowledgeable enough about the game to predict the outcome. In particular, football betting is one of the most popular forms of sports gambling. A reader may ask why placing football bets is so popular. The reason for this is that it is a universal sport well known around the world. Because a large population of the world know the rules and players it makes predicting the possible outcome.
Matusow Tweets to Erik Seidel 'You Got 60m From Full Tilt Poker While Others Took the Fall'
Mike "The Mouth" Matusow on Thursday night went on the attack against fellow poker pro Erik Seidel after the later joked about Megyn Kelly receiving her entire $69 million contract after being fired by NBC.
Family, Friends of 5Dimes Owner Plan 'Outreach" Effort With US Embassy in CR
Gambling911.com was advised Thursday that concerned friends and family members of Sean "Tony" Creighton back in the States are planning to reach out to the US Embassy in Costa Rica to demand investigators in that Central American nation be more forthcoming as to the disappearance and reported death of the 5Dimes.com Sportsbook founder.
Place Hockey Bets Online at the Prudential Center in Newark
The legal sports betting scene in New Jersey is evolving faster than anyone could have imagined as sportsbooks are making their way into venues other than casinos and racetracks.
The Twitch Online Casino Viewbot Problem: Not an Epidemic Yet But...
The social media streaming platform Twitch has long been a popular medium for poker pros to showcase their skills, and now online casino interests are looking to capitalize. The later has encountered a bit of a hiccup in the form of viewbots.
5Dimes Tony: What Happened to His Body?
Gambling911.com can confirm that as of Wednesday evening, no coroner in the San Jose, Costa Rica area has been in receipt of Sean "Tony" Creighton's body, or at least that is what they are telling those who are inquiring.
Definition of a Pay Per Head
What is a Pay Per Head business exactly? The term has become increasingly popular over the years.
Sports Betting Software Providers for Bookies
Being a Bookie is not only an extremely profitable business but it is also now very easy to do with all the various sports betting software providers that are available that do all the work for the bookie.
Tropicana Enters NJ Sports Betting Space Joining Forces With William Hill
Atlantic City's Tropicana casino plans to start offering sports betting Thursday.
William Hill Suing Fanduel
Bookmaker William Hill US is suing sports betting rival FanDuel for allegedly copying its “how to bet” guide for customers in the fledgling industry nearly word for word.
5Dimes Not Slowing WIth Payouts Yet
Since it was reported over the weekend that the founder and sole owner of 5Dimes body was found after an apparent murder-for-hire, many players have been asking if they are still paying out.
Washington Post Editorial Board on Legalized Sports Betting in DC: 'Tread Carefully'
Washington, DC Councilmember Jack Evan’s newly introduced bill would legalize sports betting while also placing regulations.
Sports Betting in NJ Proving to be Unbridled Success
Any question that states aren't benefitting from a May Supreme Court ruling that overturned decades long prohibition against sports betting can now be put to rest.
Esport Betting Platform Gets License for Video Game Gambling
Video gamers in the United States and elsewhere will soon be able to bet on themselves.
Learn the Basic Bookie Terminology and Lingo
Every profession has its own terminology and lingo. The sports wagering pay per head industry is no different. Whether you’re new to the game or a long-time vet, a quick look at the terms used day in and out can only help in your conversations with clientele and when speaking with your services customer service reps.
Old Friends of 5Dimes Founder Tell G911 He Really Was 'a Good Guy'
'DMan' once owend a Unified Gaming book and worked in the same office as Sean "Tony" Creighton, separated only by a dirty old mattress that Sean would sleep on after first taking control of 5Dimes.
Asia Poker Tour to Host Tournament in Japan That Features Prize of Zero
The Asia Poker Tour will be making history when it comes to Japan for the very first time.
