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Gambling Companies, Gambling Stocks
Payments Crucial to Ongoing Growth of US Online Sports-Betting Market
Quickly and easily receiving payouts of winnings is the most important factor for U.S. sports bettors when selecting an online sportsbook, and prioritized by 37% of players, according to research released today by Paysafe, a leading integrated payments platform. The latest All the Ways Players Pay report also suggests that offering digital wallets and other alternative payment methods allows sportsbooks to overcome the challenge of card declines.
Casino Billionaire, GOP Mega Donor Sheldon Adelson Dies
LAS VEGAS (AP) — Sheldon Adelson, the billionaire mogul and power broker who built a casino empire spanning from Las Vegas to China and became a singular force in domestic and international politics has died after a long illness.
Bitcoin Hits One-Week Low as Rising U.S. Yields Dent Rally
Cryptocurrencies plunged on Monday, with bitcoin dropping more than 12% to a one-week low
Tennessee Panel OKs 5th Online Sportsbook Operator
A Tennessee panel conditionally approved a license for a fifth sportsbook operator Wednesday under the state’s online-only sports betting program.
US Sports Bet Revenue Could hit $3B in 2021; NY Backs Mobile
On a day when New York’s governor did an about-face and embraced mobile sports betting as a way to deal with financial losses stemming from the coronavirus pandemic, a company that tracks gambling legislation and performance predicted that revenue from legal sports betting could reach $3.1 billion in 2021 and as much as $10 billion within five years.
BetAmerica Sportsbook to be Absorbed Into TwinSpires
Churchill Downs Incorporated (“CDI” or “Company”) (Nasdaq: CHDN) announced today it will move to a single brand strategy for its online wagering segment by rebranding the Company’s sportsbook and iGaming platform as TwinSpires.
GAN Limited Completes Acquisition of Coolbet
GAN Limited (the “Company” or “GAN”) (NASDAQ: GAN), a leading business-to-business supplier of internet gaming software-as-a-service solutions to the U.S. land-based casino industry, today announced the completion of the Vincent Group p.l.c. (“Coolbet”) acquisition for a total purchase price of €149.1 million (or $175.9 million) 1 in cash and stock, as adjusted pursuant to the Share Exchange Agreement.
William Hill Launches Washington D.C. Mobile Sports Book
William Hill US, America’s leading sports book operator, today launched its William Hill Sports Book App in Washington D.C., following approval of the D.C. Office of Lottery and Gaming. Available for use within a two-block radius around Capital One Arena (excluding federal buildings), the William Hill mobile app offers sports fans a betting experience with a broad and deep array of markets and bet types, including Parlay Cards and live InPlay wagering for their favorite teams, all at a tap of a finger. The app also includes a quick and secure registration process and various options to deposit and withdraw funds.
VSiN and iHeartMedia Announce Wide-Ranging Multimedia Partnership
VSiN, The Sports Betting Network, today announced the expansion of its partnership with iHeartMedia to significantly increase its audio reach. As part of this wide-ranging multimedia partnership, on Jan. 1, 2021 VSiN will move its dedicated streaming radio station to iHeartRadio, the leading all-in-one free digital music, streaming radio and podcasting platform, bringing VSiN’s unique coverage of the sports betting markets to more listeners than ever, completely free for the first time.
Can I Bet on MyBookie.ag From Florida
You can bet on MyBookie.ag from the Sunshine State but there are so many other great choices from Florida. How about a sportsbook that allows you to open a betting account with just an email anonymously and pays in a matter of hours?
Tennessee Saw $131M in Nov. Sports Bets; $2.4M Tax Revenue
Tennessee’s new online-only sports betting program saw $131.4 million in gross wagers last month, yielding almost $2.4 million in privilege taxes for the state, officials said Wednesday.
Can I Bet on the FoxBet App From Indiana?
In partnership with an Indiana casino, Fox Bet is in the process of launching apps and online sports betting in the Hoosier State.
TOP 20 Slot & Casinos Sites 2020: World Rating
In our ever-growing realm, Internet gaming has evolved substantially in past years – thanks primarily to mobile gaming growth. The Internet gaming industry is about to reach a value of $80 billion by 2026 as more and more gamblers move to play on the Internet.
Billion Dollar Suit Reinstated Against PokerStars
The Kentucky Supreme Court on Thursday reinstated an award of more than $1 billion against the world's largest online poker company, PokerStars.
Another Month, Another Sports Bet Record in NJ: $931M in Nov
New Jersey gamblers wagered more than $931 million on sports in November, the latest in a string of monthly records set by a rapidly growing market that's closing in on the $1 billion-a-month mark.
Hard Rock Casino Goes Digital
Hard Rock International (HRI), a global leader in hospitality and entertainment, today announced the launch of Hard Rock Digital as part of its ongoing commitment to innovation and diversification of its portfolio in high-growth markets. Hard Rock Digital is a joint venture with gaming industry veterans, and will be the exclusive Hard Rock and Seminole Gaming (SGA) vehicle for interactive gaming and sports betting, globally.
Casino Games to Look Forward to in 2021
We can all agree that 2020 has been a pretty testing year. We cannot wait to see the back of it and look forward to what 2021 has in store.
GOP Mega Donor, Casino Billionaire Sheldon Adelson Pushes for Casinos in Texas
Texas currently has just one casino that only offers electronic gaming machines
The Megapari Betting Service and Offers Available
When you take a look at the betting industry as a whole, you will see that bookmakers have no choice but to make their service high quality.
Foxwoods Partners with DraftKings Despite No Sports Betting
One of Connecticut’s two tribal casinos on Monday announced a partnership with the sports betting company DraftKings, even though the state has still not enacted legislation that would legalize online gambling on sports.
BetOnline's Dave Mason Begs Jets for a Win: Most Bettors on 0-16
Any Jets win still pays out $17 for every $10 bet with just five games left.
GGPoker Makes Instagram Playboy Dan Bilzerian Its New Ambassador
Upstart online poker room GGPoker made waves Friday after announcing Instagram Playboy Dan Bilzerian as its new pro poke representative.
Pete Rose Becomes New Spokesperson for VegasWinners.com
Reno, NV, VegasWINNERS, Inc. announced today that Baseball’s all-time hits leader Pete Rose is back in the spotlight as spokesperson for VegasWINNERS national marketing campaign. VegasWINNERS.com provides sports betting enthusiasts with high quality analysis, research, data, guidance and professional advice.
Michigan Nears Launch of Online Sports Betting
Michigan casinos could launch online sports betting and gambling games in December once state lawmakers waive the remaining time they have to review proposed licensing rules.
Bally’s Buys Sports Betting Tech Company, Closes AC Purchase
Bally’s Corp. has purchased a sports betting technology company for $125 million and has finalized the purchase of a casino in Atlantic City.
Australia Inquiry Flags Cancelling Crown Resorts Casino Licence
An Australian regulatory inquiry raised the prospect on Thursday of cancelling the casino licence of gambling giant Crown Resorts Ltd CWN.AX over alleged corporate governance failures, casting a shadow over the company weeks before a $1.6 billion resort opening.
Rio Hotel and Casino to Reopen on Dec. 22
Once the home of the World Series of Poker, the Caesars Entertainment-owned Rio Hotel and Casino is set to reopen December 22, 2020.
FanDuel Partner Entercom Acquires QL Gaming Group
FanDuel partner Entercom has acquired direct-to-consumer sports betting technology and analytics leader QL Gaming Group in an all cash deal for approximately $32 million.
Can't Access Action 24/7 From Outside Tennessee to Bet Sports
Action 24/7 is the new and exciting first of its kind in the world of US-based legalized sports betting as a local company with little gambling experience enters the Tennessee marketplace.
Can I Bet on Fanduel With My Mobile Device From Tennessee?
FanDuel, BetMGM and Draftkings were all set to launch their mobile sports betting products Sunday November 1 just in time for the halfway mark of the NFL. Tennessee is the first state to legalize online sports betting without being home to a single land-based casino.
