Business & Financial

Is Running a Sportsbook Illegal?

Is Running a Sportsbook Illegal?

The legality of running a sportsbook basically comes down to where you are located. Many places in Europe are completely legal to run a sportsbook and now even certain states in the United States permit people to run a legal sportsbook.

Submitted by C Costigan on, Feb/01/2020

Where Can I Bet the Super Bowl Online From Massachusetts?

Where Can I Bet the Super Bowl Online From Massachusetts?

You can bet the Super Bowl online from Massachusetts with any number of international sportsbooks eager to take your bet.  Many of these online sportsbook sites have been around for nearly 22 years.  Las Vegas-based sportsbooks do not accept online bets from out of state at this time.

Submitted by Guest on, Jan/31/2020

Gambling and Sports Betting News January 29, 2020: Barstool Sports Confirms Sale to Penn National

Here are today's headlines in the world of gambling and sports betting as they happen - Wednesday January 29, 2020.

Submitted by C Costigan on, Jan/29/2020

Gambling Stocks Hit By Coronavirus Fears

Gambling Stocks Hit By Coronavirus Fears

The Coronavirus is sending stocks plummeting and gambling companies appear to be among the hardest hit.

Submitted by Jagajeet Chiba on, Jan/27/2020

Draftkings Mired in Controversy Over Ex-Bachelor Collusion Claims: Updates Standings

Draftkings Mired in Controversy Over Ex-Bachelor Collusion Claims: Updates Standings

Fantasy Sports behemoth DraftKings has come under intensive scrutiny after it was revealed that two former "Bachelor" contestants may have engaged in collusion as a means of winning first place in a recent contest.

Submitted by C Costigan on, Jan/25/2020

What is the Ideal Block Size and Fee Cost?

What is the Ideal Block Size and Fee Cost?

Markets are better at deciding what block sizes and fee costs should be.  Leave it up to the miners and users, not development committees.

Submitted by Aaron Goldstein on, Jan/24/2020

Can I Bet on the BetFred Sportsbook App From Colorado

Can I Bet on the BetFred Sportsbook App From Colorado

BetFred, the popular UK sports betting brand, has inked a deal with the Saratoga Casino Black Hack for an entry in the state of Colorado.  They look to compete with PointsBet.com, which in recent months has set up an office hub in Denver ahead of all other competition. 

Submitted by Aaron Goldstein on, Jan/23/2020

BetOnline News: Where is the Action at: NFL Conference Championship Games

Effective October 1, 2019, Gambling911.com is proud to present all the latest news pertaining to one of our long time partner sites BetOnline.

Submitted by C Costigan on, Jan/18/2020

Gamblers Bet $1.5 Billion on Sports in Pennsylvania Last Year

Gamblers Bet $1.5 Billion on Sports in Pennsylvania Last Year

Pennsylvania's commercial casinos reached a new high in revenue last year, a record boosted by an aggressive new expansion of gambling authorized in 2017.

Submitted by Associated Press on, Jan/17/2020

Best Website to Start a Sportsbook

Best Website to Start a Sportsbook

If you are looking to start a sportsbook then the best thing to do is get set up with a pay per head site. These sites cater to people that are looking to book action on a sportsbook website. They provide you with one of their many website skins and then manage all the lines up to the second in-house 24/7.

Submitted by C Costigan on, Jan/16/2020

BetIndiana.com Obtains Sports Betting License in Indiana

BetIndiana.com Obtains Sports Betting License in Indiana

BetIndiana.com, teaming up with the Majestic Star Casino, has announced it obtained a temporary license to operate in the state of Indiana.  It looks to become the "home town sportsbook" and one of the few US-born sports wagering brands.

Submitted by C Costigan on, Jan/16/2020

Resorts World Casino New York City Ups the Ante with **RWNYC

Resorts World Casino New York City Ups the Ante with **RWNYC

New Partnership with StarStar Mobile Allows NYC’s Only Casino to Expand Their Brand and Omnichannel Marketing Strategy With Unique Vanity Phone Number

Submitted by Press Release on, Jan/16/2020

Rest in Peace Bitcoin? Not Quite

Rest in Peace Bitcoin?  Not Quite

Bitcoin ain't dead yet, nowhere near. Bitcoin is currently sitting at a $115 Billion market cap with each Bitcoin currently being worth $6,728.33.  The last time we saw a price point similar to this level was in early February, just 4 months ago. During that same month Bitcoin bounced back to over $11,000.

Submitted by Aaron Goldstein on, Jan/14/2020

Betting on Sports America 2020 Expo Space Nearly Sold Out

Betting on Sports America 2020 Expo Space Nearly Sold Out

The phenomenal level of interest in ​Betting on Sports America 2020​ means that booth space in the expo hall is selling quickly, with the entire floor set to be booked out months ahead of the event.

Submitted by Press Release on, Jan/13/2020

Can't Access XBet! WTF?

Can't Access XBet!  WTF?

Customers were waking up Monday morning to learn they can no longer access the popular XBet.com website.

Submitted by Jagajeet Chiba on, Jan/13/2020

Barstool Sports Sale to Penn National Looks Promising

Barstool Sports Sale to Penn National Looks Promising

The popular and often controversial sports & pop culture blog is reportedly in advanced negotiations with Penn National, the latest in a series of content provider gambling venture partnerships.

Submitted by Gilbert Horowitz on, Jan/12/2020

Can I Bet on MyBookie.ag Online From Georgia

While you can bet on MyBookie.ag from the state of Georgia, they are currently not endorsed by Gambling911.com.  We hope to have them on board in the near future.  For now we highly recommend Bookmaker, in business since 1986 and now offering a signup bonus up to $1000 (*conditions do apply).

Submitted by Gilbert Horowitz on, Jan/11/2020

Bovada Online Casino in Des Moines Iowa?

Bovada Online Casino in Des Moines Iowa?

Give credit where credit is due, Bovada is one of the best in the online casino space when it comes to search engine optimization (SEO).  In fact, Gambling911.com search monitoring indicates the brand ranks right up there with the likes of FanDuel and Draftkings when it comes to regional searches.

Submitted by Jagajeet Chiba on, Jan/10/2020

California Attorney General Orders Shutdown of Magnolia Card Room

California Attorney General Orders Shutdown of Magnolia Card Room

Attorney General Xavier Becerra has ordered the shutdown of a California card room out of concerns that the establishment is ‘seriously underfunded’ and will be unable to pay poker players.

Submitted by Nagesh Rath on, Jan/10/2020

Can I Play at the Karl Casino From Sweden?

Kan-jag-spela-på-Karl-Casino-från-Sverige

Kan jag spela på Karl Casino från Sverige?  Karl Casino tillgängligt för de som bor i sverige.  Karl Casino 100% bonus upp till 1000 kr på din första insättning.

Submitted by Gilbert Horowitz on, Jan/09/2020

FanDuel Sportsbook News - Where Can I Bet on FanDuel?

FanDuel Sportsbook News - Where Can I Bet on FanDuel?

Here you will find all the most recent news pertaining to FanDuel Sportsbook.  The company initially began as an operator of daily fantasy sports and has since been acquired by Paddy Power to offer sports betting, both retail and mobile, in certain US states.  These currently include New Jersey and Pennsylvania. 

Submitted by C Costigan on, Jan/08/2020

2020 Online Gambling Affiliate Value Report

2020 Online Gambling Affiliate Value Report

Our friends over at ThePogg.com have published their annual Online Gambling Affiliate Value Report, breaking down most of the top programs.

Submitted by C Costigan on, Jan/08/2020

Can I Bet On Fox Bet From Tennessee?

Can I Bet On Fox Bet From Tennessee?

Currently, Fox Bet remains unavailable from Tennessee.  For the time being there are still plenty of mobile sportsbooks that can be accessed from the state as it prepares to launch in-state operators by the 2020 NBA Playoffs.

Submitted by C Costigan on, Jan/08/2020

Miss Philippines Didn't Win the Crown But Drove the Most Search Traffic in December

Miss Philippines Didn't Win the Crown But Drove the Most Search Traffic in December

Outside of our regional sportsbook directory, it was Miss Philippines who took the crown for most search traffic to the Gambling911.com website in December (Miss South Africa actually won the pageant).

Submitted by Jagajeet Chiba on, Jan/07/2020

Can I Bet on the Pointsbet App From Michigan

Can I Bet on the Pointsbet App From Michigan

Pointsbet is currently unavailable from the state of Michigan but soon will be.  There are alternatives however, including the ability to open an anonymous betting account with just a valid email.

Submitted by Gilbert Horowitz on, Jan/06/2020

Can I Bet on the Fanduel Sportsbook App From Tennessee

Can I Bet on the Fanduel Sportsbook App From Tennessee

The new FanDuel sports betting app is not available for real money bets to those living in the state of Tennessee, however, there are other fine sports betting websites serving the state.

Submitted by Aaron Goldstein on, Jan/05/2020

BetOnline Payouts Clocked at Under 10 Minutes

The offshore sportsbooks are doing what they can to compete with the stateside gambling apps.  One can find bigger bonus options and lightning fast payouts.

Submitted by Aaron Goldstein on, Jan/05/2020

GTBets Expected to Close Customer Accounts in Michigan, New Hampshire

GTBets Expected to No Longer Take Bets From Michigan, New Hampshire Residents

GTBets.eu (graded B+ by Sportsbook Review) will soon cease taking bets from Michigan and New Hampshire now that both states have legalized in-state sports betting. 

Submitted by Gilbert Horowitz on, Dec/31/2019

Can I Place a Bet on the FanDuel App From Indiana?

Great news Indiana!  As of October 2019 the FanDuel Sportsbook app is available to those living in and visiting the state.

Submitted by Tyrone Black on, Dec/31/2019

Inside the Cryptocurrency Revolution

Inside the Cryptocurrency Revolution

Vice News on HBO is set to premier a segment on the "Cryptocurrency Revolution", more specifically detailing Genesis Mining. 

Submitted by Aaron Goldstein on, Dec/31/2019

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Is the Double Up Game Profitable in the Long Run?

The Double Up feature is one of the most tempting elements in many slot and card-based gambling games. After securing a win, players are given a chance to multiply their earnings with a single decision—usually involving a simple risk, like guessing the color of a hidden card.