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How Does a Pay Per Head Work?

A Pay Per Head business is one in which you pay X amount of dollars per customer per week to have another company run nearly every aspect of your bookmaking business.

Submitted by C Costigan on, Feb/13/2019

Advertisement Banning Trends in the European Union and the Balkans for Online Gambling

Advertisement Banning Trends in the European Union and the Balkans for Online Gambling

There has been a recent wave that has swept across the gambling industry and had the form of banning gambling related advertisement. This is the case in many European jurisdictions, but we are not excluding that this is a global wave. Media outlets have reported that such bans are scheduled to be included in Asia as well.

Submitted by Press Release on, Feb/13/2019

How Much Profit do Bookies Make?

How Much Profit do Bookies Make?

Bookies are people that accept action on various sports, and most bookies have an average weekly hold percentage of around 5%.

Submitted by Guest on, Feb/13/2019

NASCAR Goes All in With Sports Betting

NASCAR Goes All in With Sports Betting

Brendan Gaughan is the son of a casino magnate and has long grasped the allure of throwing down a few bucks to wager on a sporting event.

Submitted by Associated Press on, Feb/12/2019

Ohio State vs. Indiana Betting Odds - February 10

Ohio State vs. Indiana Betting Odds - February 10

The Ohio State vs. Indiana game had the Hoosiers as a -2.5 home dog at most books.

Submitted by Dan Shapiro on, Feb/10/2019

Most Bet on Sides February 8

Most Bet on Sides February 8

The Sacramento Kings are the most wagered on side Friday as a -3 to -3.5 favorite hosting the Miami Heat.  

Submitted by Don Shapiro on, Feb/08/2019

New Jersey Casinos Lose $4.6M on $34.9M in Super Bowl Bets

New Jersey Casinos Lose $4.6M on $34.9M in Super Bowl Bets

New Jersey gambling regulators say its sportsbooks lost $4.6 million on $34.9 million in Super Bowl wagers, the first major sporting event for bettors since sports gambling was legalized in the state last year.

Submitted by Associated Press on, Feb/04/2019

Darren Rovell Super Bowl 53 'Insider Info' for Halftime Show?

Darren Rovell Super Bowl 53 'Insider Info' for Halftime Show?

Action Network's Darren Rovell tweeted late Sunday that he had access to the Super Bowl Halftime Show rehersals and..... kept the song sequence quiet from gamblers.

Submitted by Jagajeet Chiba on, Feb/04/2019

Reuters: Anthem Costs Betting Company Dearly (BetOnline)

Gladys Knight’s rendition of the national anthem at the Super Bowl on Sunday caused a headache for one sports betting company after the singer extended the end of the song, the length of which had drawn intense wagering interest.

Submitted by Reuters on, Feb/04/2019

Thunder vs. Celtics Betting Line - February 3

Thunder vs. Celtics Betting Line - February 3

The Thunder vs. Celtics betting line had Boston coming in as a -3.5 favorite.  This game was seeing mostly balanced action.

Submitted by Don Shapiro on, Feb/03/2019

Flurry of Last Minute Super Bowl Bets Come in on Rams by Mystery 'Gambler X'

Flurry of Last Minute Super Bowl Bets Come in on Rams by Mystery 'Gambler X'

David Purdem of ESPN was reporting late Saturday that several million in bets came in on the Rams late this week in Vegas.

Submitted by Ean Lamb on, Feb/02/2019

Today's Most Bet on Sides - February 2: G911 Backing Gators

Today's Most Bet on Sides - February 2

We have your most wagered on sides for Saturday February 2.

Submitted by Don Shapiro on, Feb/02/2019

GamblingCompliance signs up for SBC’s Betting on Football & Betting on Sports America

GamblingCompliance signs up for SBC’s Betting on Football & Betting on Sports America

Sports betting media and events company Sports Betting Community (SBC) and leading regulatory intelligence portal GamblingCompliance have joined forces in order to improve the dialogue around gambling regulations.

Submitted by Press Release on, Feb/01/2019

Are You Ready for Super Bowl LIII? A Bettor's Dream Day

Are You Ready for Super Bowl LIII?  A Bettor's Dream Day

As the Patriots and Rams walk out on the field of the Mercedes-Benz Stadium this Sunday, you can be sure of one think both veteran coach Bill Belichick and new the wonder boy on the block Sean Mc Vay will have spent countless hours researching their competition.

Submitted by Guest on, Feb/01/2019

Should Online Bookies Offer International Sports Betting?

Should Online Bookies Offer International Sports Betting?

Thinking about exapanding your sportsbook to offer international sports betting? Great idea, if you’ve considered it, find out 3 reasons why every bookie should be offering international sports.

Submitted by Guest on, Jan/31/2019

6 Fatal Errors That Could Be Costing Online Bookies Serious Profits

6 Fatal Errors That Could Be Costing Online Bookies Serious Profits

Online bookies need to be aware of 6 fetal errors that cause agents to close shop for good. Find out if you’r making these mistakes and if your sportsbook is spilling potential profits everywhere.

Submitted by Guest on, Jan/31/2019

SBC Again Running Sports Betting Tours at ICE London

Gambling911.com media partner SBC Events will once again be running sports betting tours at this year's ICE London event, which commences 5-7 February, 2019.

Submitted by C Costigan on, Jan/31/2019

Buffalo Wild Wings Taps Former Pro Punter and Avid Gambler as Spokesperson

Buffalo Wild Wings Taps Former Pro Punter and Avid Gambler as Spokesperson

Following up with the latest on Buffalo Wild Wings’ gamble, pledging free wings to America if the game goes to OT: B-Dubs has now tapped former pro punter (turned avid gambler and internet sensation) Pat McAfee to be its “Gaming Consultant” for the program.

Submitted by Aaron Goldstein on, Jan/30/2019

It's Official - Atlantic City Hard Rock Launches Online Sports Betting, Opens Sportsbook

Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Atlantic City launched its land-based and online sportsbook in New Jersey at HardRockSports.com and HardRockCasino.com (Jan. 30, 2019).

Submitted by C Costigan on, Jan/30/2019

Hard Rock Casino New Jersey Online Sports Betting Site Debuts

Hard Rock Casino New Jersey Online Sports Betting Site Debuts

Atlantic City’s Hard Rock casino is now taking sports bets online after the company received permission late Friday from the New Jersey Division of Gaming Enforcement to do so. 

Submitted by Aaron Goldstein on, Jan/27/2019

Any Sports Betting Sites in Colorado

There are a few dozen offshore sports betting sites accessible to those live in the state of Colorado.

Submitted by Aaron Goldstein on, Jan/27/2019

Sky Bet Merger Process With PokerStars Results in Freezing Access in Italy

Italian players can no longer access the Sky Bet Italia portal effective this weekend as the company is in the process of merging with PokerStars.

Submitted by Aaron Goldstein on, Jan/26/2019

Pay Per Head for the Pegasus World Cup

Pay Per Head for the Pegasus World Cup

When looking for a Pay Per Head, it is wise to find one that has a top notch race book.

Submitted by Tyrone Black on, Jan/25/2019

Add Pro Bowl To Weekend Parlays For More Sportsbook Profits

Although most online bookies have already turned their attention to Super Bowl 53 action, there’s a great way to encourage wagering on the Pro Bowl. Check out how to make more profit using weekend promoted parlays.

Submitted by Guest on, Jan/25/2019

What Super Bowl 53 Prop Bets Should be Promoted By Bookies?

What Super Bowl 53 Prop Bets Should be Promoted By Bookies?

Bookies can increase their profits next weekend by offering Super Bowl 53 prop bets. But, there are so many to choose from, it can make your head spin! So here’s 4 that are sure to get players’ attention.

Submitted by Guest on, Jan/25/2019

Online Bookies Need To Start Shifting Players' Focus To Baseball Betting

Okay, so the NFL Season is winding down, or some bookies, that means hanging up their cleats for the season, however smart bookie looks to start promoting baseball betting. Get the World Series here that bookies can start promoting now.

Submitted by Guest on, Jan/25/2019

Become a Bookmaker With AcePerHead

Become a Bookmaker With AcePerHead

If you are looking to become a bookmaker and book action on sports then the main way to achieve that goal and be successful is by using a pay per head company.

Submitted by Guest on, Jan/23/2019

Betway and Mr. Green CEOs Talk Regulations and Public Perceptions

Betway and Mr. Green CEOs Talk Regulations and Public Perceptions

Gambling911.com has joined forces with SBC Events for 2019 in order to provide the gambling industry with access to the world's leading voices.

Submitted by Press Release on, Jan/23/2019

Super Bowl 53 Team to Score First Prop Bet

Super Bowl 53 Team to Score First Prop Bet

Among the most popular of the Super Bowl game props is which team will score first.

Submitted by Don Shapiro on, Jan/23/2019

Costa Rica Law Enforcement Doubtful Sean Creighton Kidnapping Will Have Same Results as Ryan Piercy

Piercy was kidnapped in Costa Rica in 2015 and returned a month later

Submitted by Alejandro Botticelli on, Jan/22/2019

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