Sportsbook News
Tennessee Tries Pushing Through Measure That Would Bring in Less Tax Revenue
In the first three months of 2023, Tennessee received $22.4 million in tax revenue from mobile sportsbooks. If the 1.85% handle tax were in place, the state would instead have received $20.9 million.
Unibet Website Keeps Going Down During the NBA Playoffs, WTF?
Our own Thomas Somach reports that the Unibet website in PA went down once again overnight Friday and was back up by Saturday morning, then apparently back down again.
New Jersey to Crack Down on Regulated Sportsbooks
Attorney General Matthew J. Platkin and Division of Gaming Enforcement (DGE) Director David Rebuck introduced new initiatives to bolster responsible gaming efforts with a special focus on data collection to determine whether an individual may be suffering from a gambling disorder or addiction. They also demand a stop to dubious promises of “guaranteed wins” or “risk-free” bets.
Gambling911 World Exclusive: Las Vegas Agent and Poker Pro Steve Prentky AKA Steve Penny Dead
Penny had been on life support for more than a week and plug was finally pulled early Thursday morning.
Major Leagues, Broadcasters Pledge Responsible Betting Ads
Most of the nation’s major professional sports leagues, plus the media companies Fox and NBCUniversal are creating an alliance to ensure that sports betting advertising is done responsibly and does not target minors.
Stanley Cup Playoff Betting System That Just Keeps Winning
Our Thomas Somach swears by it. He was able to place the wagers via his Unibet account before their site went down again in PA.
Will Fox Bet Be a Casualty of Record Dominion Settlement?
Plus Unibet down again for some PA residents (notably our own Thomas Somach) as NBA Playoffs in full swing.
MSNBC's Chris Hayes Latest to Call Out 'Constant Gambling Propaganda' in Sports Broadcasts
"I know it makes me sound like a curmudgeon, but the *constant* gambling propaganda now integrated into every professional sports broadcast is really gross."
PointsBet US Sports Betting Business Up for Sale Amidst 'Ferocious' Competition
Plus LIV Golf's Harold Varner III appeared to confirm Phil Mickelson is still gambling after he completed his 2023 Masters.
Sportsbooks Feeling the "McDavid Effect" Ahead of Playoffs
Hockey fans around the globe will be watching the Oilers start their playoff run tonight against L.A., but the sportsbooks don't want to see Edmonton and McDavid get out of the first round.
Family Prepares to Pull Plug on Life Support for Pro Gambler
Death is expected to have massive implications for the credit betting world both offshore and throughout the USA. Plus we now have our Top 20 horses and the latest odds applied.
Changing Handicapping Strategies in the NHL Playoffs
Handicapping strategies in the NHL have to be on point. The NHL playoffs are the toughest postseason test in all of sports, and sports bettors need to know this. Bettors cannot simply utilize their regular season betting strategy and assume they will have success.
Meet Fliff, the New AI Sports Prediction Game That Has One Goal: Destroy the Bookie
It bills itself as the "next generation social sportsbook", a "prediction game that never ends".
Radio Sports Show Host Fred Wallin Dead....Well, Not Really
Plus the Under watch in Houston Saturday and MLB storm watch in KC.
Gambling Case Against Hells Angels Fell Apart But Fight on to Keep $40M in Seized Assets
One of the original targets of the police investigation has since been murdered and there was an attempted murder of another. And now $270,000 has mysteriously ended up in someone's bedroom.
Where Can I Bet the NFL Draft Online From Arizona?
If you are looking to bet this year's NFL Draft online from the state of Arizona, you'll need to do so with an offshore sportsbook or a local bookie. Offshore books like BetUS have been in business since 1994, so needless-to-say, they are pretty solid.
Arizona Sports Betting News
These are the latest stories involving the sports betting industry in Arizona.
Local Bookmakers Gambling Guide To Becoming An Online Bookie Agent
You want to be a bookie agent? Are you craving for a chance to make cool money from the most trusted online wagering software without a hustle?
Premier League Clubs to Ban Betting Sponsorships
The league’s 20 clubs collectively announced the decision to voluntarily “reduce gambling advertising.”
"Pray for Jamie", Foxx Posts on Instagram for First Time, BetMGM Keeps Running Commercials
Friends now say to "Pray for Jamie".
Sports Betting Bill Stalls in Missouri, NHL Broadcasters Crowing Over Blackhawks, DraftKings Win
"Great for our sponsor," one broadcaster came out and said in reference to gamblers getting stung by the Penguins shock loss.
PrizePicks Making its Mark, Joins Forces With the Braves
Plus sheriff's deputy widow stole $529,165 from county to gamble, cavort with Mickey Mouse: Husband shot her, killed son, self.
Let the Crackdown on AIs Begin
The New York Post featured a horrifying headline Tuesday: "AI bot, ChaosGPT, tweets out plans to ‘destroy humanity’ after being tasked".
What is the Sports Betting Tax Rate I Have to Pay in Arizona?
With Tax Day in the US just around the corner, it's important to understand that betting sports from Arizona with one of the regulated sportsbook apps means you will need to claim your winnings. Unlike the offshores and local bookies, the regulated companies here must report your winnings to the IRS.
NJ Online Gambling Revenue February 2023
Casinos in New Jersey rounded off the month of February with a total revenue of $412.2 million from both iGaming and sports betting activities in the state.
Ohio Gift Cards for Sports Betting, Ex-State Trooper Gets Probation for Gambling, Prostitution Ring
Plus sports betting records shattered in New York during month of March.
GoFundMe Account Set Up to Help Sparky's Family, Pinnacle Boss Jumps From 10K Feet
Plus Unibet continued to be down in Pennsylvania despite telling Gambling911 they'd be back up "within an hour" Sunday night. Plus DraftKings cuts player limits to just $38 then sends him a ton of expensive gifts for his "loyalty".
Unibet Site Continues to be Down in PA: 'Not Hacked' They Tell G911
The compay's Mohegan Sun retail sportsbook in the Lehigh Valley is also inoperable.
Paddy Power Placed on Backburner in Favor of FanDuel, KY Sports Betting Before Football
Say what you will about their antics (think double-amputee Oscar Pistorius murder trial 'Money Off If He Walks' ad during the Oscars complete with a Pistorius statuette), Paddy Power played a pivotal role in the evolution of sports betting marketing over the last two decades.
85 Percent of Those Betting in Ontario Are on Regulated Apps Now
The province of Ontario in Canada has enjoyed great success with its foray into legalized regulated sports betting. One year later, 85% of those placing bets from Ontario are doing so with regulated apps, an Ipsos survey conducted in March 2023 found.
