Business & Financial

Becoming a Bookie During the Coronavirus Pandemic

Becoming a Bookie During the Coronavirus Pandemic

With millions of people out of work and the anticipated slowdown in some sectors that will follow the coronavirus pandemic, opportunities are still plentiful for independent contractors and those with business smarts.  There may never be a greater time to become a bookie

Submitted by Aaron Goldstein on, Apr/02/2020

G2E Asia Planning to Move Forward with July Dates for 2020 Trade Show

G2E Asia Planning to Move Forward with July Dates for 2020 Trade Show

G2E Asia 2020 plans to go ahead with its already postponed July 28-30 conference in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic.

Submitted by Aaron Goldstein on, Apr/01/2020

Financial Markets Betting - April 1, 2020

Financial Markets Betting - April 1, 2020

Bookmaker.eu is currently offering odds on the financial market, specifically the OVER/UNDER on the Dow for April 1, 2020.  Today's number was set at 21250 -101

Submitted by Aaron Goldstein on, Apr/01/2020

Gambling and Sports Betting News April 1, 2020: SBTech Cyberattack Shuts Down Sportsbooks, Casino

A cyber attach on SBTech has shut down online sportsbooks across the USA that rely on the betting platform.  This includes all wagering in the state of Oregon.  Not that there is much to bet on with most sports on hiatus as a coronavirus pandemic grips the world.

Submitted by C Costigan on, Apr/01/2020

Common Bookmaking Mistakes You Need to Avoid

Common Bookmaking Mistakes You Need to Avoid

While bookmakers can make great money if they're smart, they can also end up losing everything if they're not. Bookmaking requires you to be on your toes, discreet, and a good judge of character.

Submitted by C Costigan on, Mar/31/2020

Gambling and Sports Betting News March 30, 2020: Asia Casinos Predict Up to 80% Visitor Drop First Half of 2020

Here are today's headlines in the world of gambling and sports betting as they happen - Monday March 30, 2020.

Submitted by Aaron Goldstein on, Mar/30/2020

CEOs to Share Post-COVID-19 Vision at Industry’s Biggest Online Conference

CEOs to Share Post-COVID-19 Vision at Industry’s Biggest Online Conference

SBC Events is launching the SBC Digital Summit - the biggest ever online conference in the betting & gaming industry as it comes to terms with the deep impact of the coronavirus pandemic.

Submitted by Press Release on, Mar/26/2020

William Hill Lays Off Half Its Workforce

William Hill Lays Off Half Its Workforce

William Hill has laid off more than half of its 1000 plus US workforce in the midst of the coronavirus pandemic.  The changes are intended to be temporary with Hill expecting to bring back most of the employees once sports resume.

Submitted by Aaron Goldstein on, Mar/25/2020

Gambling and Sports Betting News March 24, 2020: Sports Betting Expansion in US on Hold

Here are today's headlines in the world of gambling and sports betting as they happen - Tuesday March 24, 2020.

Submitted by C Costigan on, Mar/24/2020

Gambling and Sports Betting News March 23, 2020: Bet365 Sets Up Multi-Million Package for Employees

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

Submitted by Aaron Goldstein on, Mar/23/2020

BetOnline Coronavirus Bonus Adds 20 Percent to Current Balance

BetOnline is offering a generous bonus during the current coronavirus pandemic.

Submitted by C Costigan on, Mar/22/2020

Las Vegas Mayor and Nevada Governor Spar Over Casino Closures Amid Coronavirus Outbreak

Las Vegas Mayor and Nevada Governor Spar Over Casino Closures Amid Coronavirus Outbreak

While Nevada’s governor joined other U.S. officials invoking extraordinary measures to reduce the spread of the coronavirus, the mayor of Las Vegas is pushing back against a shutdown of the casinos that power the city and the state economy.

Submitted by Associated Press on, Mar/21/2020

Online Casinos Hit the Jackpot During the Coronavirus Pandemic

Online Casinos Hit the Jackpot During the Coronavirus Pandemic

Sure sports will return in a few weeks and folks will be placing bets once again.  In fact, assuming the coronavirus pandemic gets under control, this summer could see some of the most sports betting volume in years.  For now, it's all about the online casinos.

Submitted by Gilbert Horowitz on, Mar/20/2020

Seminole Casinos in Florida to Close Today

Seminole Casinos in Florida to Close Today

With a primary focus on the health and safety of guests, team members and the public, the Seminole Tribe of Florida and Seminole Gaming have voluntarily decided to temporarily close all Seminole and Hard Rock Casinos throughout Florida today.

Submitted by Press Release on, Mar/20/2020

Bitcoin Bright Spot in Midst of Coronavirus Pandemic

Bitcoin Bright Spot in Midst of Coronavirus Pandemic

When the Stock Market started crashing a few weeks ago, cryptocurrencies followed the same downward spiral.  Suddenly on Wednesday Bitcoin and other digital currencies suddenly began to rebound.  That trend continued through Thursday.  In fact, Bitcoin was up a whopping 16.1% reaching a high of $6441.

Submitted by Aaron Goldstein on, Mar/19/2020

What Are You Waiting For?

Thinking about launching an online sportsbook, but not sure when is the best time? There’s no best time to launch a bookie, now is a better time than ever to start pursuing your dream.

Submitted by C Costigan on, Mar/19/2020

Some Good News as Bitcoin Appears to be Bouncing Back

Some Good News as Bitcoin Appears to be Bouncing Back

Following a steep decline in the price of Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies over the past two weeks, the price of Bitcoin was up more than 8% Thursday and creeping back towards the $6000 mark.

Submitted by Aaron Goldstein on, Mar/19/2020

Sports Bettors Are Now Gambling on Stock Odds

Sports Bettors Are Now Gambling on Stock Odds

With no sports to bet on, gamblers are turning their attention to the stock market.

Submitted by C Costigan on, Mar/18/2020

Vegas Strip Shutting Down Amidst Coronavirus Chaos

Vegas Strip Shutting Down Amidst Coronavirus Chaos

The Las Vegas Strip is starting to close down and thousands of students will stay home from school in Nevada as officials respond to the new coronavirus.

Submitted by Associated Press on, Mar/16/2020

Online Sportsbook Turning March Sadness Into Casino Madness

Articles are being written up on how the current coronavirus is actually helping to boost the online casino industry.  The theory goes, folks are stuck at home with nothing to do and brick and mortar casinos are probably the last place anyone wants to go at this point, assuming they are open. 

Submitted by Dan Shapiro on, Mar/15/2020

Bitcoin Gambling News March 12, 2020: Massive Dump Sees 2020 Gains Wiped Out

Below you will find all the latest news pertaining to Bitcoin and the world of online gambling for Thursday March 12, 2020. 

Submitted by Aaron Goldstein on, Mar/12/2020

Gambling and Sports Betting News March 12, 2020: Draftkings, Caesars Latest to Pull NBA Futures

Here are today's headlines in the world of gambling and sports betting as they happen - Thursday March 12, 2020.

Submitted by Don Shapiro on, Mar/12/2020

Bitcoin Gambling News March 11, 2020: The 35 Most Influential Bitcoiners Dominating Crypto Twitter by Follower Count

The 35 Most Influential Bitcoiners Dominating Crypto Twitter by Follower Count

Gambling911.com cryptocurrency service provider partner Bitcoin.com has released its 35 Most Influential Bitcoiners Dominating Crypto Twitter by Follower Count.

Submitted by Aaron Goldstein on, Mar/11/2020

CasinoBeats Malta & Betting on Sport America - New Dates in Wake of Coronavirus

CasinoBeats Malta has moved from its original March date to 22-24 June 2020 as has Betting on Sports America, which switched from its original April date to 1-3 December 2020.

Submitted by C Costigan on, Mar/11/2020

You Can Now Buy State Issued Lottery Tickets Directly for Bitcoin Cash

You Can Now Buy State Issued Lottery Tickets Directly for Bitcoin Cash

Roger Ver, for whom Fortune Magazine has referred to as the co-creator of Bitcoin Cash, posted the news that you can now buy state issued lottery tickets directly for Bitcoin Cash.

Submitted by C Costigan on, Mar/11/2020

There Go the Vegas Buffets: Thanks Coronavirus!

There Go the Vegas Buffets: Thanks Coronavirus!

We knew it wouldn't be long until the dreaded Coronavirus began to take its toll on those world famous Las Vegas buffets. 

Submitted by Jagajeet Chiba on, Mar/11/2020

Maryland Close to Allowing Sports Betting

Maryland Close to Allowing Sports Betting

The state of Maryland is inching closer to allowing licensed sports betting, including statewide mobile.  Currently residents can only wager at a select number of online sportsbooks licensed in other jurisdictions.  Many of these companies do not accept bets from Maryland residents due to prior law enforcement actions that originated from the state.

Submitted by Gilbert Horowitz on, Mar/10/2020

Nektan Online Casino Comparison Sites for 2020

Online Casino Comparison Sites for 2020

Google "Online Casino Comparisons" and you are bound to find hundreds of results.  Keep in mind that many of these pages are outdated.  This post is brought to you by Nektan casino comparison site Nektan.Casino with all major Nektan casinos listed.

Submitted by Payton on, Mar/10/2020

Betting on Sports America 2020 Postponed Until December

Betting on Sports America 2020 Postponed Until December

The Coronavirus has taken another victim in the world of business as Betting on Sports America has decided to postpone its April event in the Meadowlands until December.

Submitted by C Costigan on, Mar/10/2020

Coronavirus Casino News March 10, 2020: Snaitech Retail Shops in Italy Shuttered

Coronavirus Casino News March 10, 2020: Snaitech Retail Shops in Italy Shuttered

Here is the latest news concerning Coronavirus and the impact on casinos worldwide - Tuesday March 10, 2020.

Submitted by Jagajeet Chiba on, Mar/10/2020

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Pay Per Head Companies and Performance Reports

One of the biggest keys to running any type of business is to know the numbers inside and out. Just as a sports handicapper breaks down a particular matchup to uncover an edge in the betting lines for the game, as a bookmaker you need to constantly break down your business’s numbers to turn a profit on a regular basis.