Sportsbook News
Michigan Regulators 'No Comment' Regarding Bovada Cease and Desist
Regulators in Michigan said Bovada had 14 days to take steps to prevent Michigan residents from gaming on their sites before further legal action is taken and those 14 days are now up.
News as it Happens - June 14, 2024 4 pm: Philippines Crackdown, Gambling.com Group Hit
Philippines Cracks Down on Illegal Offshore Gambling Firms and Gambling.com's Group hit hard by Google update per Forbes.
Euro 2024 Weekend Matches Betting Lines: Spain vs Croatia, Italy vs Albania
Plus we take a look at the NBA Finals, the Fight Guys preview the highly anticipated Gervonta "Tank" Davis vs Frank Martin fight and much more.
How the West Flagler Matter and Michigan Attempt to Ban Bovada Intertwine
Entering June we reported on how the popular online sportsbook Bovada was sent a cease and desist letter by Michigan regulators demanding they stop taking bets from residents of that state.
New Jersey Continuing to Lead the Way in USA iGaming Market
Las Vegas may be the most famous gambling hub in the USA, but it doesn’t have anything on New Jersey when it comes to the iGaming market.
HRWager Confiscates $15k From Gambler, Players Can't Log Into Accounts
HR Wager was kicked off its prior platform for failing to pay its fees and players.
US Open Golf 5 Most Backed Golfers - Betting Odds 2024
Bookies aren't rooting against Tiger at Pinehurst either.
Investors in BetMGM Parent Company Entain Demand £100million in Compensation
Legal firm, Fox Williams, announced intentions to lodge a substantial group litigation claim against Entain, which is the parent company of Ladbrokes.
Connecticut Plans to Send Cease and Desist Letter to Bovada
"The Connecticut Department of Consumer Protection Gaming Division has confirmed with @SBD that it will be sending a cease-and-desist letter to Bovada within the week."
San Francisco Giants Players Harassed By Sports Bettors Speak Out
Matt Chapman said, “Fans used to just say normal things like, ‘You’re a bum.’ Now, that they have all that money on us, fans will talk a lot of [expletive] to us.
Australia Bans Online Gambling With Crypto
Australia placed a ban on betting with credit cards and cryptos late last year but allowed for a 6-month period to comply with the deadline arriving this week.
Gambling News as It Happens June 10 - 10 am
Jontay Porter attorney says player was "over his head" with gambling addiction, a really bad week for the leagues in terms of gambling scandals, William Hill enters into agreement with EPIC Global Solutions.
Former Assistant School Principal Charged With Running Illegal Online Gambling Site
Indiana targeting illegal poker ventures over past year.
Did DraftKings Really Lose $6 Billion Since March?
"As of March 31, 24, #draftkings has incurred over $6 billion in loses, management reward themselves above the average means."
Disgraced NBA Player Accused of 'Fixing' Games Accomplice Arrested Trying to Flee Country
"Poker shark" Long Phi Pham, better known by his nickname "Bruce," was arrested Monday at John F. Kennedy Airport as he attempted to board a flight to Australia with a one-way ticket.
Gambling Bust Tied to Gambino Crime Family Results in 17 Arrests: One a Former NYPD Officer
The charges — detailed in an 84-count indictment — alleges the enterprise raked in $22.7 million in illegal bets along with half a million dollars in usurious loans.
Pro Sports Bettor: 'Timing of These MLB Suspensions Seems Dubious'
5 MLB players were suspended or permanently banned Tuesday for violating the league's gambling policy.
Shohei Ohtani Officially Clear in Gambling Scandal
Ohtani’s ex-interpreter and close friend, Ippei Mizuhara, 39, was fired by the Los Angeles Dodgers following allegations of illegal gambling and "massive theft" of the Japanese baseball superstar's funds back in March.
Tucupita Marcano Gets Lifetime MLB Ban for Betting on Baseball
Marcano was found to have placed 387 baseball bets, including 231 MLB-related wagers, between Oct. 16, 2022 and Nov. 1, 2023, totaling over $150,000.
San Diego Padres Infielder Tucupita Marcano Faces Ban for Sports Betting
San Diego Padres infielder Tucupita Marcano, 24, is facing a potential lifetime ban for betting on baseball after Major League Baseball received information that he wagered on games involving the Pittsburgh Pirates when he was with the team last season.
Gambling News as it Happens: June 3 3 PM
FanDuel nears deal for naming rights to Diamond Sports channels, Ron "Cigar" Sacco to be inducted into Bookie Hall of Fame, UK suspends cricket athlete & soccer official over illegal bets
Gambling News as it Happens: June 3 11:30 AM
Evolution Gaming accuses lawfirm of defamation, Pritzger bets DraftKings, FanDuel won't leave Illinois over hefty tax hike, Justin Jefferson, Vikings Agree to 4-year, $140M Deal and latest WSOP reports.
Bovada Betting Accounts in Michigan Closing?
Ignition Casino accounts expected to close as well after gambling firm sent a cease and desist letter.
Crypto Casinos: The Future of Secure and Anonymous Betting
The world of online gambling is rapidly evolving, and crypto casinos are at the forefront of this revolution. These innovative platforms leverage blockchain technology to offer a level of security and anonymity that traditional online casinos can't match.
Bookie Pay Per Head Demo
Price per head companies offer prospective clients a chance to try their Pay Per Head software through a free two week demo.
2024 College Football Week 1 Betting Lines
The summer months are ahead, but it’s comforting to know that pigskin will be flying around the country very soon.
DraftKings Stock Sees Worst Hit in Two Years With Illinois Sports Betting Tax Likely
Illinois lawmakers are pushing for a graduated tax structure of up to 40% of gross gambling revenues, up from a flat 15%.
Will the Dodgers-Reds Game Be Suspended, Postponed May 26
Severe storms were anticipated around the 2 pm hour with questions remaining as to whether this game can be completed.
Do You Have What it Takes to Be a Bookie?
It's the second oldest profession but over the last decade bookmaking has evolved to the point where anyone can do it....you just need the proper tools and support.
Where Can I Find Winning MLB Consensus MLB Plays?
The betting public tends to lose more than they win and consensus cappers often fall into the same boat, therefore it is important to find consensus plays posted by handicappers that are currently hot.