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FanDuel, DraftKings Scale Back on Marketing Ahead of New Football Season... With Some Exceptions

FanDuel, DraftKings Scale Back on Marketing Ahead of New Football Season... With Some Exceptions

“I think what we’re seeing is, everyone is looking around going ‘Hang on, it’s gone too far,’” BetMGM Chief Executive Adam Greenblatt told the New York Post. “We need to make money. The market, frankly, is expecting us and others to make money.”

Submitted by C Costigan on, Aug/19/2022

Penn National Agrees to Acquire Rest of Barstool Sports

Penn National Agrees to Pay $387 Million More to Buy the Remaining 50% of Barstool Sports

Penn is buying the sports entertainment and gambling company outright, having already paid $163 million for a 36% prior ownership.  This brings the valuation to $450 million.

Submitted by Gilbert Horowitz on, Aug/18/2022

Netherlands aim to limit gambling ads

Netherlands aim to limit gambling ads

The Dutch government is putting a stop to the torrent of gambling ads that flooded Dutch citizens. After opening the market in October 2021, casinos and sportsbooks have been vying over (potential) Dutch players.

Submitted by Aaron Goldstein on, Aug/18/2022

Kansas Sports Betting by September 8, Entourage Actor Jerry Ferrara Joins the BetMGM Team

Kansas Sports Betting by September 8, Entourage Actor Jerry Ferrara Joins the BetMGM Team

No word yet if retail or online sports betting, or both, are set to launch on that date.

Submitted by Aaron Goldstein on, Aug/18/2022

"Cleansed" Offshore Sportsbooks Will Be Welcome in Newly Regulated Ontario Market

"Cleansed" Offshore Sportsbooks Will Be Welcome in Newly Regulated Ontario Market

Plus Right Angle Sports looks at the pros and cons of modeling and power rating adjustments.  And Catena Media Reports continued strength in North America mmid more restrictions elsewhere.  Also: BetCRIS coming to the Hard Rock as SBC Summit Latinoamérica premium sponsor this November 1-3.

Submitted by Aaron Goldstein on, Aug/18/2022

Cocca’s Pizza, Irish Bob’s Pub, Steel Valley Entertainment Among Dozen Plus to Get Sports Betting Licenses in Ohio

Cocca’s Pizza,  Irish Bob’s Pub, Steel Valley Entertainment Among Dozen Plus to Get Sports Betting Licenses in Ohio

Some dozen venues just got approved by the Ohio Casino Control Commission in recent days, including pizzarias.

Submitted by Aaron Goldstein on, Aug/18/2022

Entain Receives Historic £17mn Fine

Entain Receives Historic £17mn Fine

The company has admitted wrongdoing though it appears to be shifting blame towards previous owners....and continues to do so three years later.  Helen Thomas of the Financial Times calls them out.

Submitted by Jagajeet Chiba on, Aug/17/2022

NJ Sports Betting Handle Falls 16%

NJ Sports Betting Handle Falls 16%

The New Jersey Division of Gaming Enforcement show that the casinos in total won just shy of $299 million from in-person gamblers, slightly more than the $277 million won pre-pandemic in July 2019.

Submitted by Gilbert Horowitz on, Aug/17/2022

MLB Picks, Predictions & Best Baseball Betting Odds [Wednesday August 17]

There are a half-dozen afternoon games in MLB on Wednesday as teams get ready to travel after the contestes. 

Submitted by Dan Shapiro on, Aug/17/2022

Vanderbilt vs. Hawai'i Week 0 Game Spread

Vanderbilt is a -9.5 road favorite heading into Game Day.  The line on this game had shot up 3 points through the month of August.

Submitted by Dan Shapiro on, Aug/17/2022

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.

Submitted by Don Shapiro on, Aug/17/2022

Pokemon World Championship Betting Odds Now Available

Pokemon World Championship Betting Odds Now Available

Betting on the 2022 Pokémon UNITE World Championship tournament have been released by our friends at BetOnline with Nouns Esports promising a payout of $45 for every $10 bet or $450 for every $100 bet.

Submitted by Alistair Prescott on, Aug/17/2022

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.

Submitted by Jagajeet Chiba on, Aug/17/2022

Can I Bet the Little League World Series on the Caesars Sportsbook App?

Can I Bet the Little League World Series on the Caesars Sportsbook App?

Caesars Sportsbook prohibits betting on youth events such as the Little League World Series.  Other popular sportsbooks like long established BetOnline have zero qualms about taking bets on the Little League World Series and have already released odds for 2022 (Wed, Aug 17, 2022 – Sun, Aug 28, 2022).

Submitted by Ean Lamb on, Aug/16/2022

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.

Submitted by C Costigan on, Aug/16/2022

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.

Submitted by C Costigan on, Aug/16/2022

Joe Flacco Expected to Start for the Jets in Week 1 vs. His Old Team the Ravens

Joe Flacco Expected to Start for the Jets in Week 1 vs. His Old Team the Ravens

With Zach Wilson’s knee surgery today now considered a success and with the team not willing to bring him back until he’s fully ready, Jets’ QB Joe Flacco is in line to start the regular-season opener vs. his former Ravens team, according to Adam Schefter of ESPN.

Submitted by Ean Lamb on, Aug/16/2022

Massapequa Odds to Win the 2022 Little League World Series

Massapequa Odds to Win the 2022 Little League World Series

Massapequa Coast is considered "America's Team" by some this year.  They become the first Long Island team to go to the World Series since Rockville Centre in 1978.  Better still, Massapequa has never played in the Little League World Series in its 72-year history.

Submitted by Ean Lamb on, Aug/16/2022

2023 Little League World Series Betting Odds

2022 Little League World Series Betting Odds

The Metro Region team from Massapequa, New York, was the early title favorite with 5-1 odds in 2022.  What will the odds be in 2023?

Submitted by Dan Shapiro on, Aug/16/2022

UGA vs. South Carolina Week 3 Game Spread

UGA vs. South Carolina Week 3 Game Spread

To open the 2022 college football season, Georgia would have come in as a huge road favorite versus South Carolina.  The Sagarin Rating for Georgia (1) 99.62 and South Carolina (59) 72.15.   These were the closing ratings for 2021 so adjustments will need to be made.  This would result in the Gamecocks being a +25.5 home dog early on.

Submitted by Don Shapiro on, Aug/16/2022

Disney to Offer Sports Betting?

Disney to Offer Sports Betting?

Activist investor Daniel Loeb’s Third Point hedge fund wants Disney to get more involved in sports betting.  More specifically, he wants ESPN spun off.

Submitted by Jagajeet Chiba on, Aug/16/2022

Dana White on Mar-A-Lago Mole Odds List, Liz Cheney "She's Gone" Tweet Trending, More

It’s no secret that Dana White is a friend and strong supporter of former president Donald Trump.  His odds are quite long, we should point out.  They were coming in at 125-1.

Submitted by Jagajeet Chiba on, Aug/16/2022

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.

Submitted by C Costigan on, Aug/16/2022

Study Shows Amount of Hype for Every NFL Team Heading Into 2022 Inbox

Study Shows Amount of Hype for Every NFL Team Heading Into 2022 Inbox

We’re three weeks away from the start of the NFL regular season, and at this point, most faithful fans think their team has a chance to contend.  So, which fanbase is proclaiming, “This is our year,” the most on social media? If you guessed the Cowboys (it’s a great guess), you’d be wrong.

Submitted by C Costigan on, Aug/16/2022

Micro-Betting Explained: What Are the Sports Best Suited for This Wagering Model?

Micro-Betting Explained: What Are the Sports Best Suited for This Wagering Model?

Speaking to iGaming NEXT, venture capitalist and managing partner of Sharp Alpha Advisors Lloyd Danzig said: “Soccer is a low-scoring game with a continuous clock, minimal stoppages, and far fewer discrete events as compared to the most popular US sports. Basketball, baseball, and American football appear to be especially well-suited for micro-betting.”

Submitted by Aaron Goldstein on, Aug/15/2022

Heat Map Shows Negative Sentiment Toward Kevin Durant Amid Trade Talks

Heat Map Shows Negative Sentiment Toward Kevin Durant Amid Trade Talks

According to our social media study that combed through nearly 500,000 tweets, Massachusetts and the surrounding states that support the Celtics do not want Kevin Durant in Boston.

Submitted by C Costigan on, Aug/15/2022

Adrien Broner Bows Out of Fight Versus Omar Figueroa Jr Over Mental Issues: Figueroa Says It's "BS"

Adrien Broner Bows Out of Fight Versus Omar Figueroa Jr Over Mental Issues: Figueroa Says It's "BS"

Broner was the -250 favorite in Saturday's now cancelled fight.

Submitted by Tyrone Black on, Aug/15/2022

What Are the Baltimore Orioles Payout Odds to Make the Playoffs 2022?

What Are the Baltimore Orioles Payout Odds to Make the Playoffs 2022?

The Baltimore Orioles pay out $500 for every $100 to make the Playoffs in 2022 in a very competitive AL East division that is starting to come undone.

Submitted by Don Shapiro on, Aug/15/2022

Odds of Big Invasion Racing in This Year's Breeders Cup Improve

Odds of Big Invasion Racing in This Year's Breeders Cup Improve

A 3-year-old colt took the Aug. 14 $150,000 Mahony by three lengths.  His name: Big Invasion. 

Submitted by Ean Lamb on, Aug/14/2022

Weltbet and Rolletto.com Complaints: Do They Have Merit?

"Just a heads up for anyone thinking of promoting WeltBet or Rolletto.com - Don't," warns Head of Operations at Traffic Label Limited, Phil Blackwell, via his LinkedIn Page.

Submitted by B.E.Delmer on, Aug/14/2022

Breaking News

Diddy Arrest Video Released: Latest Wagering Markets

Diddy was arrested on federal charges of sex trafficking, racketeering and transportation to engage in prostitution.  BetUS currently offers  Diddy wagering markets for a release on bail prior to his next court appearance October 9