Business & Financial
Anti-Virus Software Pioneer Sought in Murder of Neighbor Hired by Gaming, DFS Firm
An eccentric multi-millionaire and US Presidential candidate has been hired to work for a social media gaming firm MGT, and his name is not Donald Trump.
John McAfee was best known for developing a popular anti-virus computer software but in recent years made headlines after authorities in Belize announced him as a person of interest in connection to the 2012 murder of his neighbor American expatriate Gregory Viant Faull.
MyBet Slump Continues: Reports 11 Percent Revenue Decline
Frankfurt Xetra-listed European online gambling firm MyBet reports an 11 percent revenue decline to €14.9 million for its Q1 2016 opening (period ending 31 March).
Sheldon Adelson’s Sands Corp Faces $2 Million State Fine: Violated Gambling Rules
The Las Vegas Sands Corp. faces a $2 million state fine to settle allegations that it didn’t properly account for millions of dollars it paid to a Chinese consultant in a basketball deal and received from a high roller.
Betfair to Sponsor Haskell Stakes: Pari-Mutuel Site Launched Tuesday
Betting exchange operator Betfair has announced it will be teaming up with Monmouth Park in Oceanport, New Jersey to officially sponsor the Garden State’s most prestigious race, the Grade I Million Haskell Invitational.
Las Vegas Mayor Confident Raiders Will Relocate to Sin City
Las Vegas Mayor Carolyn Goodman is certain that the Raiders will relocate from Oakland to her city. "The Raiders will come if Nevada handles this properly," Goodman told ESPN Radio's Capital Games podcast Tuesday.
Purdum: Expect Broader Conversation on US Sports Betting at Congressional Hearing on DFS
Wednesday’s scheduled Congressional hearing to deal with Daily Fantasy Sports contests will also encompass sports betting in general.
NBC News: Panama Papers Expose Bodog Founder Calvin Ayre 'Exploits'
NBC News has learned that the Panama Papers exposing some of the secret financial dealings of wealthy individuals worldwide also reveal ties to flamboyant online gambling tycoon Calvin Ayre.
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Payout Complaints Continue to File in Against BetOWI.com, Sister Book
The Sportsbook Review website is asking that anyone having difficulty receiving payouts from BetOWI.com and its sister online sportsbook SportsBettingOnline.com contact them in an effort to gain a better view of just how extensive the situation is.
Nevada Sportsbooks Could Soon Take Bets From All 50 States
Proposed legislation in the Silver State seeks to allow those living in other states to open real money wagering accounts with legalized Nevada-based sportsbooks using smart phone apps.
Paddy Power, Betfair Online Revenue Grew 17 Percent But Shares Fall in Early Trading
Online revenue grew 17 percent year-on-year in the first quarter with sports-specific revenue growing by the same percentage amount.
I Live in Texas But Can’t Bet the Kentucky Derby Online: Do I Have Options?
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Rico Action Against DerbyWars Horse Racing Fantasy Gaming Site Dismissed
A California federal judge on Monday dismissed three of the four causes of action in a civil lawsuit filed by tracks owned by The Stronach Group (TSG) against the online fantasy gaming site DerbyWars.
How Can I Build My Own SportsBook and Virtual & Live Dealer Casino Gambling Site?
Internet sports betting and online gambling as a whole is big business these days and it has never been easier to get a piece of the action as your own independent sports bookmaker and online casino operator.
How Online Bookies Make Money on the Triple Crown
The Kentucky Derby is on May 7, which means that your phone is likely to be ringing off the hook with almost every one of your players being hit with Triple Crown fever.
Leicester City a Bookie Killer: Worst Loss Ever, ET Better Odds, Sex Tape Shocker, Extensive Coverage
With Leicester City winning the Premier League title for the first time in club history, and at early odds of 5000-1, Gambling911.com brings you the fallout from the bookmakers.
Texas AG Wants DraftKings Lawsuit Moved or Dismissed: Claims DFS Illegal
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton says he wants a lawsuit filed by DraftKings to be moved to another venue or dismissed entirely.
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TonyBet Player Claims Balance Confiscated: Forced to Keep Gambling
An Estonia-based online sportsbook founded by professional poker player and would be politician Antanas Guoga (better known as Tony G) has reportedly confiscated the wagering account of a player to the tune of $3577.
Online PPH Solution Recommendation: No Beating Around the Bush
Bookmakers today are looking for a complete turnkey solution for their online service needs, and the process of selecting the right service can be challenging and time consuming.
NFL Commish Goodell: ‘All of Us Have Evolved on Gambling’
The National Football League (NFL) has long held a staunch policy against gambling. Last year, league franchises began entering into deals with Daily Fantasy Sports companies FanDuel and DraftKings.
Famed Vegas Reporter John L. Smith Resigns: Not Allowed to Report on Adelson, Wynn
As predicted by Gambling911.com a few months ago, one of the best reporters covering the Vegas scene has resigned from the Las Vegas Review Journal just months after casino magnate Sheldon Adelson purchased the paper.
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‘Gambling With Bitcoin’ Has Never Been Easier At PlaySlots4RealMoney.com
The tremendous growth of E commerce options at many of the all new USA online slots casinos in recent years has paved the way for money processing companies such as Bitcoin to become the method of choice for many US casino site players
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Some Canadian Banks Refusing Wires, eWallets for Online Gambling
Canadian online gamblers have been reporting an inability to accept wire transfers from some banks as well as eWallet withdrawal transfers.
World’s Worst Online Sportsbook? Zenitbet Finally Pays Out 15K Rubles, Confiscates Rest
Regular readers of Gambling911.com will recall that some 41 known complaints were recently filed at sportsbook ratings site SportsBookReview.com regarding Russia-based Zenitbet.
Fantasy Sports Bill Clears in Colorado: Companies Will Have to Pay Fee
Colorado is closer to regulating fantasy online sports leagues. A bill requiring fantasy-sports operators to register with the state passed the House 44-21 Monday.
Washington Hires NJ Consulting Firm to Study Expanded Gambling in State
TACOMA, Wash. (Associated Press) — A Washington state agency has hired New Jersey consultants to prepare an economic market study on gambling in the state.
The News Tribune reports that a press release says Spectrum Gaming Group has worked in the field since the 1980s and has conducted studies on gambling in other states, including Florida and Connecticut.
