Business & Financial

The Global Gambling Boom: How Tech Innovation Changed the Game

The iGaming and sports betting industries have experienced remarkable growth since the 1990s following the introduction of gambling. This exponential advancement can be attributed to the innovative technologies that have been introduced to these sectors.

The iGaming and sports betting industries have experienced remarkable growth since the 1990s following the introduction of gambling. This exponential advancement can be attributed to the innovative technologies that have been introduced to these sectors.

Submitted by B.E.Delmer on, Sep/29/2023

Is PrizePicks Legal in Utah?

Is PrizePicks Legal in Utah?

PrizePicks is legal in Utah but their platform is limited to player total parlay props.  Sites like AmericasBookie offer standalone player prop bets as well as multiple game propositions, futures and daily game lines and totals. 

Submitted by Ean Lamb on, Sep/28/2023

My Current Pay Per Head Sucks - I Need a New One NOW!

My Current Pay Per Head Sucks - I Need a New One NOW!

Just 20 minutes is all it will take to make the switch.

Submitted by Aaron Goldstein on, Sep/28/2023

Winning with Confidence: Safe Jeton Online Casinos 2023

Navigating the vast digital landscape to find a trustworthy platform for trying your luck can seem as risky as the gamble itself. Winning with Confidence: Safe Jeton Online Casinos 2023 is here to remove the uncertainty and guide you to secure and reputable online casinos that accept Jeton.

Submitted by B.E.Delmer on, Sep/28/2023

Battle to Stop Sports Betting Monopoly in Florida Heats Up With Latest Filing

The odds remain long however.  Attorney Daniel Wallach on the petition with the Florida Supreme Court: "Of the 14 petitions decided, 7 were denied and 7 were transferred to the circuit courts."

Submitted by C Costigan on, Sep/28/2023

DC Enacts Emergency Amendment..... to Limit Sports Bettors to $60 at Kiosks After Winning Big

The Washington DC Lottery Corp is the district's sports betting monopoly that has been mired in controversy for years.

Submitted by Nagesh Rath on, Sep/27/2023

Attorney: Twitter Bookies the Scourge of Sports Betting Today

Attorney Joe Durham names names and warns about Leighton Thetford III @purewage_. 

Submitted by Jagajeet Chiba on, Sep/27/2023

Attorney Talks Going After Stiff Bookies and How Certain State Laws Make it Possible

No longer will so-called Twitter bookie say "What are you going to do, sue me for taking bets?"  Attorney Durham says "That's exactly what I'm going to do".  And he's going to sue him for every bet he's ever taken from anybody.

Submitted by C Costigan on, Sep/26/2023

All State Regulators on Board With Voiding Bets at BarStool Sportsbook

All State Regulators on Board With Voiding Bets at BarStool Sportsbook

Parent company Penn National is blaming its odds provider, Swish Analytics.

Submitted by Gilbert Horowitz on, Sep/26/2023

Casino Industry Embrace of eSports and Which Events Attact the Most Wagering

HyperX Arena Las Vegas bills itself as the ultimate destination for daily video game play, high-stakes competitive esports events and tournaments, and gaming-related experiences. 

Submitted by Alistair Prescott on, Sep/26/2023

When is Mobile Sports Betting Coming to Florida? West Flagler Just Filed Suit With Supreme Court

Voters must have final say on any form of gambling expansion in the Sunshine State, Flagler Group contends.

Submitted by Gilbert Horowitz on, Sep/26/2023

Is Gambling a Business?

Is Gambling a Business?

Gambling is not just a business, but a multi-billion dollar worldwide business that people have been involved in one form or other since the beginning of time. However, nowadays it is a very serious business that earns people unprecedented amounts of money.

Submitted by C Costigan on, Sep/25/2023

Sportsbook Software as Low as $3

How much will an online sportsbook cost you to set up?  Probably a million dollars?  Maybe two?  How about just $3?

Submitted by Aaron Goldstein on, Sep/25/2023

The Rise of Mobile Gaming: Online Casinos with the UKGC License as a Smart Choice

Mobile gaming has taken the world by storm, becoming a go-to source of entertainment for millions. Among the many genres that have flourished on our handheld devices, online casinos have particularly seen an unprecedented rise in popularity. However, as with any digital domain involving real money, safety and legitimacy become paramount.

Submitted by B.E.Delmer on, Sep/25/2023

Can't Use PrizePicks in Florida Any More? DFS Sites May Be Forced to Exit State

Daily Fantasy Sports sites were expected to exit the state of Florida after that's state's Gaming Control Commission sent a cease and desist order to three companies including PrizePicks.

Submitted by Gilbert Horowitz on, Sep/24/2023

Is It Legal to Be a Bookie in New York?

Is It Legal to Be a Bookie in New York?

As of 2022, 30 states have some form of legal sports betting. New York is one of them!

Submitted by Aaron Goldstein on, Sep/23/2023

A Buffs Cover a Bookie Killer

BetOnline had nearly as much liability on the Colorado ML today vs. Oregon as we did for the Buffs' boosted CFP Championship odds on Prime Day.

Submitted by Tyrone Black on, Sep/23/2023

PointsBet Staffer Caroline Weeks Groped By Horny Male Clients Lawsuit Contends

One client earned a round of laughter on the golf course after declaring, “If I get the ball in the hole, Caroline gives me a b—job.”

Submitted by Jagajeet Chiba on, Sep/23/2023

PrizePicks, Underdog Fantasy, betr Sent Cease and Desist Orders in Florida

Attorney suggests "this could develop into a court case if the companies wish to challenge the cease-and-desist letters. That’s what happened in New York nearly 8 years ago."

Submitted by Gilbert Horowitz on, Sep/22/2023

Confidential FBI Source Calls Resorts World Vegas Sleuth David Wheatley a 'Dope' Amidst Scandal

Sacked Resorts World President Scott Sibella's alleged improprieties, and rationale behind his termination, may jeopardize MGM's hopes to secure a NYC casino license.

Submitted by Nagesh Rath on, Sep/22/2023

Can I Really Start My Own Sportsbook From Kentucky?

More than 60,000 accounts have been pre-registered with the mobile sites who paid their licensing fees ahead of sports betting launching in the commonwealth.

Submitted by Aaron Goldstein on, Sep/22/2023

ESPN Bet Can and WILL Void Your Bets Should They Have Another Software Defect

ESPN Bet Can and WILL Void Your Bets Should They Have Another Software Defect

Consumers beware.  Regulators have sided with Penn National's Barstool Sportsbook for voiding bets on outcomes they claim were already known over an hour prior.  They blamed a software error for allowing this mishap to occur.

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Submitted by Jagajeet Chiba on, Sep/22/2023

Owner of Alabama Auto Dealership Latest Sued Under Little Known GA Bookie Law

"If you lost an illegal bet (for example with a local bookie who is using a PPH site) and then paid him, you can sue to recover your losses, provided you do so within 6 months."

Submitted by C Costigan on, Sep/22/2023

Penn National Requests Massachusettes Void 257 Bets Amounting to $47.8K at Barstool Sportsbook

Penn State Requests Massachusettes Void 257 Bets Amounting to $47.8K at Barstool Sportsbook

There is one slight problem with Penn National's request:  Their software is supposed to have passed excruciating testing to show it is compliant.  Software that is screwing up during games is hardly compliant.

Submitted by Jagajeet Chiba on, Sep/22/2023

Some Live Giants Cardinals Bets Voided By Barstool Sports After Graded as Winners, Accounts Locked

No reason other than a "software glitch" given up to this point.  At least one regulator siding with Barstool Sportsbook? Soon to be Bet ESPN.

Submitted by Gilbert Horowitz on, Sep/21/2023

These Sportsbook, Daily Fantasy App Downloads Will Blow Your Mind

These Sportsbook, Daily Fantasy App Downloads Will Blow Your Mind

DraftKings is the US market leader when factoring in both their sportsbook and DFS sites.  The average daily downloads are 17.3K.

Submitted by Jagajeet Chiba on, Sep/21/2023

FanDuel Hit With Huge $20 Million Loss on House-Made Parlay

FanDuel Hit With Huge $20 Million Loss on House-Made Parlay

If you bet on each team in the NFL kicking a field goal during the 1pm, 4:05 and 4:25 Eastern Time slates, you were part of the $20 million loss dealt to FanDuel over the weekend.

Submitted by Jagajeet Chiba on, Sep/21/2023

Can't Play With Sleeper Fantasy Sports From Michigan

Can't Play With Sleeper Fantasy Sports From Michigan

Michigan's aggressive stance against unlicensed sports betting and online gambling apps operating in the state has ensured Sleeper Fantasy Sports will not be available in the Great Lake State.

Submitted by Aaron Goldstein on, Sep/20/2023

How Good a Sports Handicapper is Geovanny Araya?

On September 20, Araya had Real Sociedad San Sebastian in a draw vs. Inter Milan at +215.   These clubs finished the match 1-1 as Lautaro Martinez's late goal helped seal the deal for this top capper.

Submitted by Alistair Prescott on, Sep/20/2023

WGA, SAG Strike End Date Odds Set

You can also bet on the Disney and Netlix stock prices on December 31, 2023

Submitted by Press Release on, Sep/19/2023

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Sweepstakes Casinos: A New Direction For Gambling

Sweepstakes Casinos: A New Direction For Gambling

The world of casino games is constantly evolving and we are seeing new trends emerge that might change the future of online gambling. The most recent viral trend that is taking the online casino industry by storm is called sweepstakes casinos. So, what are they and how they can change the entire industry?