Gambling

Russia Begins Blocking Online Gambling Domains

Russia has begun to block domain names of online gambling companies located both within the country and abroad.

Submitted by Ace King on, Mon, 10/26/2015 - 11:19

Minnesota Latest State to Consider Regulation of Daily Fantasy Sports

ST. PAUL, Minnesota — (Associated Press) - A Minnesota lawmaker says his state should regulate the increasingly popular fantasy sports betting industry to prevent scams.

Submitted by Associated Press on, Mon, 10/26/2015 - 11:04

Bookies Have Dream Weekend With Falcons, Utes Failing to Cover

It’s interesting to note that the bookies were most exposed to an Atlanta Falcons cover of -5.5 vs. the Titans with none of the other games expected to cause much damage Sunday afternoon. Atlanta may have won but they failed to cover.

Submitted by Tyrone Black on, Sun, 10/25/2015 - 12:07

A Study Demonstrates that Online Casinos with Poker Rooms Are Safer

The latest research shows that those online casinos that also have a poker room on the same site, i.e. an option to play poker games against real players, are more reliable and trustworthy than sites that only offer casino games. They pay faster, have more language and currency options, lower non-payment risk, higher payout limits, and overall player experiences with them are more positive.

Submitted by Payton on, Fri, 10/23/2015 - 13:26

Massachusetts Expects to Wrap Up Probe Into Daily Fantasy Sports Within Month

Massachusetts Gaming Commission Chairman Steve Crosby said Thursday that state regulators probing the legality of Daily Fantasy Sports expect to provide advise to state lawmakers and Governor Charlie Baker by month’s end.

Submitted by Aaron Goldstein on, Thu, 10/22/2015 - 21:44

Baseball Pitchers Shoki Kasahara, Ryuya Matsumoto Caught Up in Betting Scandal

TOKYO – (Associated Press) - A gambling scandal has hit Japanese professional baseball at the worst possible time.

Submitted by Associated Press on, Thu, 10/22/2015 - 21:27

‘Goodfellas’ Defendant Discusses Why He Turned Informant

NEW YORK — (Associated Press) - An admitted mobster involved in the legendary heist retold in the film "Goodfellas" told a jury on Wednesday he came forward three decades later to sign up to become a paid government informant because a gambling problem left him destitute.

Submitted by Associated Press on, Thu, 10/22/2015 - 17:07

NCAA Says ‘No Thank You’ to DraftKings and FanDuel Ads

There won’t be any DraftKings or FanDuel commercials airing during any of the upcoming NCAA events. That’s music to the ears of those who have grown tired of the market saturation during NFL and College Football games.

Submitted by Don Shapiro on, Thu, 10/22/2015 - 16:09

76ers End Partnership Deal With PartyPoker Amidst DFS Scandal

The Philadelphia 76ers have cut their ties with PartyPoker following a scandal that erupted two weeks ago within the Daily Fantasy Sports sector.

It remains to be seen whether this will cause a domino effect in the professional sports arena with many of the franchises entered into partnerships with DFS firms DraftKings and FanDuel.

While PartyPoker does not offer a Daily Fantasy Sports platform, the sports leagues have come under fire of late for deals that seemingly embrace gambling.

Submitted by Aaron Goldstein on, Thu, 10/22/2015 - 10:33

Ladbrokes Strong Start to Soccer Season: Revenues Up 6.4 Percent

LONDON - (Reuters) - Increasing digital revenue and a strong start to the soccer season helped bookmaker Ladbrokes report its strategy under new boss Jim Mullen was making progress, sending its shares sharply higher.

Submitted by Reuters on, Thu, 10/22/2015 - 09:50

Is Sheldon Adelson Looking to Stop DraftKings, FanDuel From Operating in GA?

Our sister site DFS911.com has raised the question: Is Sheldon Adelson behind Georgia’s recently announced probe into the Daily Fantasy Sports sector?

Submitted by Aaron Goldstein on, Wed, 10/21/2015 - 23:17

Vote on Internet Gambling, Daily Fantasy Sports Cancelled in PA

The Pennsylvania Gaming Oversight Committee cancelled a scheduled meeting for Wednesday to discuss the pros and cons of online gambling and Daily Fantasy Sports in the state.

A vote on the gambling bills were put off amid budget negotiations.

Submitted by Gilbert Horowitz on, Wed, 10/21/2015 - 20:01

Hop to it: Australian Authority Wants Online Gambling Payments Made Instantly

(Australia Associated Press) - Online betting agencies could be banned from offering gamblers unsolicited credit under a proposed crackdown by South Australia's Independent Gambling Authority.

Submitted by Associated Press on, Wed, 10/21/2015 - 09:23

PA Bill to Regulate Online Poker, Daily Fantasy Sports Will be Voted on Wednesday

Daily Fantasy Sports sites would have to partner with the state of Pennsylvania in order to operate there as part of new legislation that will be voted on Wednesday.

Submitted by Ace King on, Tue, 10/20/2015 - 18:42

Atlantic City Casinos Fined for Rule Violations

ATLANTIC CITY – (Associated Press) - Four Atlantic City casinos and an Internet gambling firm must forfeit winnings and pay fines totaling more than $33,000 for various gambling rule violations.

Submitted by Associated Press on, Tue, 10/20/2015 - 14:39

Former Mass Attorney General Brought on as Advisor by DraftKings

Draftkings, one of the leading Daily Fantasy Sports sites, is looking to fight fire with fire so to speak.

With news that the current Massachusetts Attorney General has launched an investigation into the Boston-based company, DraftKings has hired former Attorney General Martha Coakley as an adviser.

Submitted by Aaron Goldstein on, Tue, 10/20/2015 - 11:13

Unsolved Mysteries of Gambling Part 4: Who Killed PokerListings Boss Andreas Oscarsson?

More than six years after he was found shot to death in his luxury home in Sweden, the murder of 36-year-old Andreas Oscarsson, owner and founder of PokerListings.com, remains an Unsolved Mystery of Gambling.

Submitted by Thomas Somach on, Mon, 10/19/2015 - 23:00

Mass AG Says Regulation of Daily Fantasy Sports Sector Necessary

BOSTON — (Associated Press) - Massachusetts Attorney General Maura Healey says there’s little question that fantasy sports websites need to be regulated to protect consumers.

Submitted by Associated Press on, Mon, 10/19/2015 - 22:34

FanDuel Announces Petition Drive: ‘Let Us Play’

One of the leading Daily Fantasy Sports sites, FanDuel, has come out swinging against legislatures who say what it and other DFS sites are doing is simply another form of illegal online gambling.

The petition drive notes:

Submitted by Aaron Goldstein on, Mon, 10/19/2015 - 22:23

DraftKings Legal Counsel Probe Claims Employee Did Nothing Wrong

In the course of its investigation, the powerful Miami-based law firm of Greenberg Traurig, LLP (“GT”), issued the following conclusion, which has since been released to the public:

Submitted by Aaron Goldstein on, Mon, 10/19/2015 - 17:30

Georgia State Lottery Demands Answers From DraftKings, FanDuel

ATLANTA (Associated Press) -- Georgia Lottery officials are questioning whether the daily fantasy sports industry can legally operate in the state.

Submitted by Associated Press on, Mon, 10/19/2015 - 17:03

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Submitted by Payton on, Mon, 10/19/2015 - 16:53

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Submitted by Payton on, Mon, 10/19/2015 - 13:21

Top Seven Online Casino Games - What would you choose to play?

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Submitted by Payton on, Mon, 10/19/2015 - 10:23

Calvin Ayre Reappears: To Participate on Panel Discussing 'Century of Gaming'

Calvin Ayre, the Canadian entrepreneur and founder of the Bodog entertainment brand, has confirmed that he will participate in the panel discussion “Century of Gaming” on the 17^th November at MIGS 15, in Malta at the Corinthia Hotel in St. Julian’s.

Mr. Ayre grew Bodog into one of the global gambling industry’s most recognized and trusted brands, earning him a spot on the cover of Forbes’ 2006 Billionaires issue.

Submitted by Press Release on, Mon, 10/19/2015 - 09:28

Trial of Lufthansa Heist Mobster to Begin Monday

NEW YORK (Associated Press) -- For decades, prosecutors say, Vincent Asaro managed to keep his role in an infamous mob heist immortalized in the hit movie "Goodfellas" hidden from the outside world while others of his generation were locked up or died gangland deaths.

Submitted by Associated Press on, Sun, 10/18/2015 - 23:03

Submitted by Aaron Goldstein on, Fri, 10/16/2015 - 10:40