Gambling

Odds Say Tokyo Olympics Will be Cancelled

With the Coronvirus spreading like wildfire, primarily through Asia, a handful of sportsbooks have begun offering odds on whether the 2020 Tokyo Olympics will be cancelled.

Submitted by Jagajeet Chiba on, Wed, 02/26/2020 - 17:33

How Do I Register With an Illinois Online Sportsbook?

Illinois is about to begin offering legalized sports betting with in-state licensed wagering sites. One will be able to place bets via their mobile devices. There is one catch, however. In-person registration is required. Experts believe this will steer folks to offshore sportsbooks, which already cater to Illinois residents and offer top bonuses.

Submitted by Aaron Goldstein on, Wed, 02/26/2020 - 11:57

Tribal Casino Sports Betting Bill Advances in WA Legislature

A bill to allow Washington tribal casinos to offer betting on sports events is moving forward in the Legislature.

Submitted by Associated Press on, Tue, 02/25/2020 - 21:19

Gambling and Sports Betting News February 25, 2020: NFL Further Warms to Gambling by Allowing Stadium Betting Lounges

In 2015 the NFL famously forced the shutdown of a fantasy football convention in Las Vegas citing concerns about gambling affecting the “integrity of the game.” A number of then current NFL players were behind the event.

Submitted by C Costigan on, Tue, 02/25/2020 - 20:57

PricePerPlayer.com adds a Prop Bet Builder to their Betting Software

PricePerPlayer.com, a leading sports betting platform and Pay Per Head provider is adding more features to their betting platform. Their latest expansion in interactive wagering software is a Prop Bet Builder that their clients can give to their players. In short, customers that use the PricePerPlayer.com betting platform can now create their own proposition bet.

Submitted by Press Release on, Tue, 02/25/2020 - 13:16

UK Parliament urged to Update gambling policies

If you ask some people, the 2005 Gambling Act was a lifesaver, a breath of fresh air of sorts. A summary of the main points of the act would be to prevent gambling from being a source of disorder and crime, as well as being associated with them or being used to support them.

Submitted by Payton on, Mon, 02/24/2020 - 13:17

Colorado Sports Betting Prohibitions to be Determined Shortly

Department of Revenue’s Gaming Enforcement Division will create a “catalog” or initial list of eligible bets to be continually updated

Submitted by Gilbert Horowitz on, Mon, 02/24/2020 - 10:32

Markets Getting Decimated Amidst Coronavirus Concerns: Gaming Stocks Hit Hard

Dow down more than $900 Monday morning, many casino stocks down more than 4%

Submitted by Jagajeet Chiba on, Mon, 02/24/2020 - 10:05

Gambling and Sports Betting News February 23, 2020: Fury TKO Win Over Wilder Big for Sportsbooks

Here are today's headlines in the world of gambling and sports betting as they happen - Sunday February 23, 2020.

Submitted by C Costigan on, Sun, 02/23/2020 - 21:10

Betfair - the advantages of a large betting exchange

If you are looking for an online betting marketplace, Betfair is the place to be. It is the first international platform of its kind, which is quite large and has numerous benefits for users.

Submitted by Payton on, Fri, 02/21/2020 - 11:24

Maine sports betting legalization falls through

Maine was hoping to see the changes in its existing betting regulations, with the preposition made during the 2020 legislative session that would have finally legalized sports betting in the state. The legislation wanted to allow Maine’s existing gambling facilities to partner up with third-party betting operations, creating thousands of opportunities for digital sportsbooks to get a license to operate in Maine.

Submitted by Payton on, Fri, 02/21/2020 - 11:20

Wilder-Fury 2 Will Likely Be Most Bet on Event of the Year

An early analyses of the interest in Saturday's rematch between Deontay Wilder vs. Tyson Fury suggests a historic betting event could be underway. Bars and pubs across the world are likely to be packed wall-to-wall and most folks will want in on the action by placing a wager via their mobile device.

Submitted by Ean Lamb on, Thu, 02/20/2020 - 21:43

Gambling and Sports Betting News February 19, 2020: Chinese Hackers Have Breached Online Betting and Gambling Sites

Here are today's headlines in the world of gambling and sports betting as they happen - Wednesday February 19, 2020.

Submitted by C Costigan on, Wed, 02/19/2020 - 21:50

Can I Bet on FanDuel From Maryland?

FanDuel is not available from the state of Maryland. Sites like Bookmaker, in business since 1986....

Submitted by Aaron Goldstein on, Wed, 02/19/2020 - 21:34

Woman Raped, Another Has Throat Cut at Vegas Casino

33-year old Kem Peters has been charged with ‘attempted murder, burglary, domestic violence and battery’ after he slit his ex-girlfriends throat with a box cutter at the Westgate Las Vegas Resort & Casino in Las Vegas last week.

Submitted by Jagajeet Chiba on, Wed, 02/19/2020 - 11:10

New Age Gambling: The Future with Cryptocurrency

The online global gambling market is set to grow at a compounded annual growth rate of 8.77% in the run to 2024. Technology, including the proliferation of faster internet, smartphones, and artificial intelligence, will play a crucial part in this growth.

Submitted by Payton on, Tue, 02/18/2020 - 15:33

Can I Play on Fox Bet From Illinois?

You will not be able to play on Fox Bet from Illinios, at least not yet. The company has opted not to allow those in Illinois to place wagers until it obtains a license from state regulators. Currently sites like BetOnline, which are licensed outside the state, are available for real money betting within Illinois (residents and visitors alike can play on the site).

Submitted by Dan Shapiro on, Tue, 02/18/2020 - 15:14

Trump Pardons Former 49ers Owner Charged in Gambling Case

President Donald Trump on Tuesday pardoned Edward DeBartolo Jr., the former San Francisco 49ers owner convicted in a gambling fraud scandal who built one of the most successful NFL teams in the game’s history.

Submitted by Associated Press on, Tue, 02/18/2020 - 14:59

Matchbook Betting Exchange UK License Suspended

The United Kingdom Gaming Commission has temporarily suspended the license of Matchbook betting exchange for reasons that are not yet clear. All betting has ceased as a result.

Submitted by Aaron Goldstein on, Mon, 02/17/2020 - 19:44

Man Wounded, Another Arrested After Casino Stabbing

A Massachusetts man has been charged with misdemeanors in connection with the stabbing of a Rhode Island man at a Connecticut casino.

Submitted by Associated Press on, Mon, 02/17/2020 - 19:03

Software Provider NSoft Announced as Silver Sponsor at Prague Gaming Summit 2020

Technology will meet compliance, and compliance will meet strategy at the 2020 edition of the Prague Gaming Summit, which will take place on the 6^th of March at Vienna House Andel’s Prague.

Submitted by C Costigan on, Mon, 02/17/2020 - 10:04

Gambling and Sports Betting News February 17, 2020: Colorado Gaming Commission Could Issue up to Seven Sports Betting Licenses

Here are today's headlines in the world of gambling and sports betting as they happen - Monday February 17, 2020.

Submitted by C Costigan on, Mon, 02/17/2020 - 00:01

Gambling and Sports Betting News February 15, 2020: Ladbrokes Hit With Record Fine

Here are today's headlines in the world of gambling and sports betting as they happen - Saturday February 15, 2020.

Submitted by C Costigan on, Sat, 02/15/2020 - 09:46

PointsBet and NBA Announce Multiyear Sports Betting Partnership

PointsBet, a top-tier global sportsbook operator, and the National Basketball Association (NBA) today announced a new multiyear partnership, making PointsBet an Authorized Sports Betting Operator of the NBA. The partnership marks PointsBet's first with a professional sports league in the U.S.

Submitted by Press Release on, Fri, 02/14/2020 - 12:50

Gambling and Sports Betting News February 13, 2020: Atlanta Pro Sports Teams Join Forces to Support Legalized Sports Betting

Here are today's headlines in the world of gambling and sports betting as they happen - Thursday February 13, 2020.

Submitted by C Costigan on, Thu, 02/13/2020 - 20:00

Action Network & XFL Form Sports Betting Content Partnership

The XFL and The Action Network have announced a sports betting content partnership. As part of the collaboration, The Action Network becomes a preferred source of XFL betting analysis and information and will provide sports betting content for the league’s website at XFL.com.

Submitted by Press Release on, Thu, 02/13/2020 - 19:45

Gambling and Sports Betting News February 11, 2020: Coronavirus Shutdown Costing Macao’s Gaming Industry $100 Million a Day

Here are today's headlines in the world of gambling and sports betting as they happen - Tuesday February 11, 2020.

Submitted by C Costigan on, Tue, 02/11/2020 - 12:48