Gambling

Ontario Tells Gretzky, McDavid to Take a Hike as Ad Crackdown Takes Shape

Plus BetOnline releases series odds for each NHL playoff game.

Submitted by Gilbert Horowitz on, Apr/16/2023

Bet on Anheiser-Busch Stock: Bud Light Boycott Has BetOnline Customers Going Both Ways

Conservatives angry over Bud Light brand campaign with trans influencer Dylan Mulvaney explained (or attempted explanation).

Submitted by Jagajeet Chiba on, Apr/14/2023

Radio Sports Show Host Fred Wallin Dead....Well, Not Really

Plus the Under watch in Houston Saturday and MLB storm watch in KC.

Submitted by Jagajeet Chiba on, Apr/14/2023

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.

Submitted by Jagajeet Chiba on, Apr/13/2023

Arizona Sports Betting News

These are the latest stories involving the sports betting industry in Arizona.

Submitted by Ean Lamb on, Apr/13/2023

Cashapp Founder Murder Tied to Relationship With Suspect's Sister?

Police announced the arrest of fellow tech exec Nina Momeni in Emeryville, CA, outside of San Francisco. He is described in media as founder of Expand IT and Berkeley graduate. Cash App was a popular payment solution use in the online casino space.

Submitted by Nagesh Rath on, Apr/13/2023

Premier League Clubs to Ban Betting Sponsorships

The league’s 20 clubs collectively announced the decision to voluntarily “reduce gambling advertising.”

Submitted by C Costigan on, Apr/13/2023

Mobile Gaming Drives Growth in Germany in 2023

As of 2023, there are over 2,467 German publishers on Google Play out of 190,283 game publishers. Germany makes up 1 percent of the market, but the number is still staggering. Be mindful that not all of these games incorporate real money gambling.

Submitted by B.E.Delmer on, Apr/13/2023

"Pray for Jamie", Foxx Posts on Instagram for First Time, BetMGM Keeps Running Commercials

Friends now say to "Pray for Jamie".

Submitted by Jordan Bach on, Apr/13/2023

Missouri Sports Betting News

These are the latest stories involving the sports betting industry in Missouri.

Submitted by Gilbert Horowitz on, Apr/12/2023

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.

Submitted by Nagesh Rath on, Apr/12/2023

Pirates-Cardinals Game Postponement, Suspension Possible Saturday: Series Betting Preview

Heavy rains and storms were anticipated for Saturday's game between the Pittsburgh Pirates and St. Louis Cardinals, likely resulting in delays and quite possibly a postponement should this forecast hold up.

Submitted by Dan Shapiro on, Apr/12/2023

Sportsbooks Clean Up on Penguins as Suspicions Mount

The -520 price assigned to the Penquins was the highest line on any hockey game this year and should have been a "lock".

Submitted by Don Shapiro on, Apr/12/2023

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.

Submitted by Jagajeet Chiba on, Apr/12/2023

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".

Submitted by Alejandro Botticelli on, Apr/11/2023

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.

Submitted by Aaron Goldstein on, Apr/11/2023

Poker Ace Wins Against ChatGPT, FTX ‘Hubris, Incompetence and Greed’

Plus Bradley Beal talks fan incident over gambling in Orlando: ‘Nobody wants to lose money’.

Submitted by Jagajeet Chiba on, Apr/11/2023

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.

Submitted by Payton on, Apr/11/2023

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.

Submitted by Nagesh Rath on, Apr/10/2023

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.

Submitted by Nagesh Rath on, Apr/09/2023

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.

Submitted by Gilbert Horowitz on, Apr/08/2023

Fraudster Loses $3.5 million of Victim's Money Gambling, Casino Subpoenaed

A Canadian businessman says he loaned an individual $3.5 million but that the man ultimately gambled away the money at a Las Vegas casino.

Submitted by Nagesh Rath on, Apr/07/2023

Horse Racing Could Become a Reality in SC, No Boston Marathon Betting in MA

Wednesday's 56-46 vote in the South Carolina House to allow horse racing came as quite unexpected in a state that has long been unfriendly towards gambling.

Submitted by Gilbert Horowitz on, Apr/06/2023

Beloved Industry Figure, Gambling911 Reporter Sparky Collins (Angelo Cordero) has Passed Away

Angleo, who was a regular fixture at Fashion Week in Miami Beach, was a friend long before he assumed the role of Sparky. He had escaped Cuba years prior via an intertube on a 90-mile trek.

Submitted by C Costigan on, Apr/06/2023

Movies That Feature Roulette Games

Given that roulette is a popular game that permeates land-based and digital casinos worldwide. However, you might be scratching your head thinking about the times you witnessed a roulette game in a movie. While more movies feature blackjack, there's still no shortage of classic films that feature the legendary table-based game.

Submitted by Payton on, Apr/05/2023

Accused Killer Denist Had Gambling Disorder, Crypto Losses

James Craig racked up $2 million in personal debt while his dental business was losing about $120,000, based on a Chapter 11 bankruptcy filing. He lost $2000 in a recent trip to go gambling in Vegas prior to his wife's poisoning death.

Submitted by Jagajeet Chiba on, Apr/05/2023

Find Masters Golf 2023 Prop Bets Online

We have all your Masters 2023 prop bets and futures including the top 10, 20 and the winner for each nationality. Keep in mind that updated odds will be available in between days/ahead of next rounds.

Submitted by Mary Montgomery on, Apr/04/2023

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.

Submitted by Gilbert Horowitz on, Apr/04/2023

Hot Now: Gambling Expansion Bills Pass Texas Committee, PointsBet Won't Budge

The powerful Senate leader is only digging in regarding his opposition to the bill.