What is Public Money vs Sharp Money in Sports Betting?

What is Public Money vs Sharp Money in Sports Betting?

In this nearly 5 minute quick but informative vidoe, host Gary Segars walks bettors through the difference in Public Money and Sharp Money in sports gambling.

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Charged Sportsbook Operator Accused of Extortion: “Tell Him I’m Going to Put Him Under the F------g Bridge"

Charged Sportsbook Operator Accused of Extortion: “Tell Him I’m Going to Put Him Under the F------g Bridge"

8 New York crime family members are facing charges of racketeering, illegal gambling, money laundering conspiracy, obstruction of justice, and related offenses.

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What Are the Sports Betting Laws in USA and Canada?

What Are the Sports Betting Laws in USA and Canada?

When setting up a bookie business, you'll need to know the sports betting laws in depth. Here's a brief rundown on the laws in the USA and Canada.

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What Are the Biggest Business Blunders Online Bookie Software Will Help Prevent?

As a bookie, mistakes can be costly. Having the right online bookie software can help minimize potential blunders. Here's how.

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Spank Odds Almost Ready to Go: Now Everyone Will Have Access to Pinnacle Line Moves

Spank Odds Almost Ready to Go: Now Everyone Will Have Access to Pinnacle Line Moves

At one point this past month, Spank Odds was among the most searched for terms coming to the Gambling911.com website and its founder, Gadoon “Spanky” Kryollos, has been heavily promoting the free odds service via social media platforms such as Twitter.

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DOJ Charges Vegas Man With Operating Sports Betting Ponzi Scheme, Stealing $8.5 Million from Victims

The defendant was officially charged with 12 counts of wire fraud and one count of mail fraud and involves approximately 72 investors in the Northern District of Ohio and elsewhere.

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Making a Living From Sports Betting

Making a Living From Sports Betting

Success (win/profit) rate tends to be in the 55% to 65% range as opposed to those laughable 85% to 100% claims you read on tout websites.  

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Right Angle Sports Adds Long Time Pro Sports Bettor Mike Craig Back Onto Team

Right Angle Sports Adds Long Time Pro Sports Bettor Mike Craig Back Onto Team

Plus PointsBet looks to expand their operations across the U.S. by studying....Dublin, Ireland?

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Spanky: Bookmakers Increasing Limits Often More Telling Than a Major Line Move

Spanky: Bookmakers Increasing Limits Often More Telling Than a Major Line Move

Plus, it was ten years today the NFL and other leagues warned us about the ills of sports betting.  So what happened?  And, Bally's inks deal with New York Yankees.

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Betting Football Reading a Season Preview Magazine Akin to Believing in Unicorns Says Pro

Betting Football Reading a Season Preview Magazine Akin to Believing in Unicorns Says Pro

Today's question for sports bettors: Does reading a season preview book or magazine really offer useful betting info?  One popular pro bettor says that, those who do "might as well believe in unicorns".

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Sharps Kill it With NFL Preseason HOF Game

Sharps Kill it With NFL Preseason HOF Game

Plus NY could take in $400M if internet casinos legalized and should affiliate managers be required to take a course on being an affiliate manager?

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What Will Be the Tax for Massachusetts Sports Betting?

What Will Be the Tax for Massachusetts Sports Betting?

Massachusetts gamblers will be taxed on sports bet winnings the same way they are on other gambling income. This means a 24% federal tax and 5% state tax.

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Ace Per Head's Bookie Software Boasts Robust Security Measures For Safe Online Betting

The pay per head software provider boasts over 20 years of versatile betting options for bookie sites of all sizes.

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Online Side Jobs for Students

Online Side Jobs for Students

Being a student during a tough economy is difficult, but luckily with all the technology in the world there are now various online side job options for students. One unique option that also has tons of upside for lucrative profits is to become an online bookie. In addition, you can be your own boss, and need limited capital and time to be successful.

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Bookie Software: Top Pay Per Head Service

Bookie Software: Top Pay Per Head Service

It is important to choose the best sports betting software that will offer a quality user experience. Read about bookie software: Top pay per head service.

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Spank Odds Consensus Line Feature Explained: Like Making Soup

Spank Odds Consensus Line Feature Explained: Like Making Soup

"YOU set the weights and make your own soup," he tweeted.  "Depending on sport, some sportsbooks are sharper than others."

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Changing Your Pay Per Head - How Fast Can This Happen?

Changing Your Pay Per Head - How Fast Can This Happen?

If you are looking to switch your Pay Per Head provider, the process typically takes under an hour.

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Over, Under Strategies for Sports Bettors, The Latest Sportsbook Technology for Bookies, More

Over, Under Strategies for Sports Bettors, The Latest Sportsbook Technology for Bookies, More

Plus Pay Per Head companies already offering a form of Virtual Reality gaming courtesy of the live dealer casino.

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Sports Betting Strategy: What is a Sports Bookie?

Sports Betting Strategy: What is a Sports Bookie?

What do you know about the role of a sports bookie? Learn about placing bets along with sports betting strategy here in this rundown.

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5 Tips for How To Become a Bookie

5 Tips for How To Become a Bookie

Are you interested in learning about how to become a bookie? Learn about setting lines, establishing your fees, and more in this guide.

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Hong Kong Police Arrest 48 in Crackdown on Gambling Syndicate Controlled by Triad

Plus a brutal WSOP for Daniel Negreanu, who lost more than $1 million, and a previously unnamed defendant pleads guilty in Skilled Shamrock illegal gambling biz.

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Jailed Mobster, his Associate Lose Federal Court Appeals Years After Racketeering Convictions

The defendants challenged "almost every aspect of their prosecutions" in the consolidated appeal, U.S. Attorney Philip R. Sellinger said.

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Limit Change Alert Feature Teased for SpankOdds

Limit Change Alert Feature Teased for SpankOdds

Plus AcePerHead's Curtis breaks down the Bills offensive line ahead of the new season and Ohio Casino Control Commission Executive Director Matt Schuler makes it clear the sports betting licensing process in that state will not be a "rubber-stamp activity".  Also, PA sees a weak June in sports betting.

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Where Can I Bet On Major League Baseball Games on My Mobile Device From Massachusetts?

There are a number of ways in which to bet on MLB games, including the Red Sox, via your mobile phone and laptop from Massachusetts.

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Can I Really Run My Own Online Sportsbook?

Ever since the U.S. Supreme Court ruled to abolish sports betting prohibition and open the states to begin regulating, the amount of people looking to start their own online sportsbooks has exploded.  And it is easier than 1-2-3, but you still must follow certain rules per the Gambling911.com Code of Compliance. 

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Where Can I Bet On Major League Baseball Games on My Mobile Device From New York State?

There are a number of ways in which to bet on MLB games, including the Yankees and Mets, via your mobile phone and laptop from New York.

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Beloved Sports Bettor Portrayed by Bruce Willis Alan “Dink” Denkenson in Hospice Care

A family friend confirmed the famed professional sports bettor, bookie and successful poker player had taken a turn for the worst following a week in the ICU as well wishes began pouring in on Saturday.

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Can I Bet on Betonline From The State of Kansas?

Can I Bet on Betonline From The State of Kansas?

BetOnline is one of the largest online sportsbooks in the world and you most certainly can access and bet at the popular sportsbook site from the state of Kansas.

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Need a Pay Per Head for the 2022 NFL Season

Need a Pay Per Head for the 2022 NFL Season

The very best player experience.  Their PPH platform features thousands of sports offering and hundreds of casino style games will have your players entertained for hours. 

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Skilled Shamrock: Ohio Man Indicted by Justice Dept for Gambling and Tax Offenses

Skilled Shamrock: Ohio Man Indicted by Justice Dept for Gambling and Tax Offenses

One of the defendants is also accused of jury tampering.

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Breaking News

Top Gambling News Stories for Tuesday July 28, 2026

Top Gambling News Stories for Tuesday July 28, 2026

Andrea Pirlo is out of contention for the Italy job amid political concerns over a sponsorship deal with Russian betting firm Fonbet. Plus a new audio sheds light on Ohtani ex-interpreter's gambling scandal.
Why Privacy is Beginning to Matter More to Online Gamblers Than Bonuses

Why Privacy is Beginning to Matter More to Online Gamblers Than Bonuses

There has been an increase in data breaches and privacy violations, which has exposed millions of people to threats and risks like identity theft, financial fraud, and intrusive monitoring. Online gamblers are no exception. For many of them, the risk has become too costly to manage.

Beyond the Neon Lights: The Soul of Japan

Beyond the Neon Lights: The Soul of Japan

Wander through Tokyo for an afternoon, and you’ll see monks heading to a temple a few streets over from teenagers queuing for the latest gadget, and somehow neither feels out of place. That same restlessness shows up in how people spend their downtime too, whether that’s an arcade, an izakaya, or increasingly, betting apps that have exploded in popularity.
Jury Trial Set in Sports Betting Influencer Manny Cortez Case: Harrah's North Carolina Casino Refused to Pay $500K Bet

Jury Trial Set in Sports Betting Influencer Manny Cortez Case: Harrah's North Carolina Casino Refused to Pay $500K Bet

It was the most read article last year at Gambling911.com. A sports bettor, later identified as sports gambling influencer Manny Cortez, was filmed complaining that Caesars Sportsbook refused to pay him his $500,000 winnings after he admits to using a beard.