Posts by Evan Thornton
Ohio Sports Betting “90% Agreed Upon” Says Sen Kirk Schuring
COLUMBUS, Ohio – Senator Kirk Schuring recently assured the public that the details of an Ohio sports betting bill are very close to being finalized. Will Ohio Sports Betting Be Available Soon? In a recent appearance on 1480 WHBC with Pam Cook, Senator Schuring said that members of the House and Senate had a joint…
Read MoreMattress Mack Bet $3 Million On Astros To Win World Series
Jim McIngvale bet $3.3 million on the Houston Texas Astros to win the World Series. The massive bet was accepted by Caesars Entertainment’s ‘William Hill Indiana Sportsbook App. Should the Astros win, this will be the largest payout in U.S. sports betting history at almost $36M. HOUSTON – Notorious sports bettor Jim McIngvale, also known…
Read MoreDecision To Allow Maryland Sportsbooks Delayed Indefinitely
The SWARC meeting to review and potentially approve three sportsbooks has been delayed indefinitely. The delay is due to Maryland Lottery and Gaming Director John Martin wanting to ensure everything is done correctly before launching. ANNAPOLIS Md. – Although Maryland voters approved regulated sports betting last November. sportsbooks still have not launched, and residents may…
Read MoreNew Jersey Could Be Betting On Their Own College Events Soon
There will be two ballot questions to expand gambling in New Jersey seen on November 2. Question one in in regards to expanding collegiate betting on New Jersey teams and events. Question two is about non-profit organizations using gaming as a way of raising funds. TRENTON N.J. – Citizens will soon be voting on two…
Read MoreCould Louisiana Sportsbooks Start Accepting Bets This Year?
Gaming Control Board Chairman Ronnie Johns may sign temporary certificates for Louisiana sportsbooks to begin taking wagers early. LA Casinos must adhere to requirements of a sectioned off lounge to allow for sports betting. BATON ROUGE, La. – Thirteen casinos in Louisiana have now applied to receive a sportsbook license and are awaiting a final…
Read MoreMGM Springfield Announces Return Of Poker Room On October 29
Poker will be available again at MGM Springfield on October 29. The poker room will offer 10 to 12 tables for casino guests to play at in the casino in Massachusetts. Although staffing has been an issue for the casino since the COVID-19 outbreak, they’ve recently opened 60 jobs and are still hiring. BOSTON -…
Read MoreOregon Mobile Sports Betting App Makes $1.2M in September
The Scoreboard app made $1.2 million in revenue in September for Oregon.More bets were placed on the NFL than any other sport among users of the application. DraftKings may replace the Scoreboard app in the future for Oregon sports bettors. SALEM, Ore. – Mobile sports betting revenue did well in September for Oregon, thanks to…
Read MoreNew York Daily Fantasy Sports In Danger Of Being Made Illegal
A New York Court is discussing whether or not daily fantasy sports (DFS) is a game of chance or skill. If DFS is considered gambling by the court, it could be made illegal in the Empire State. NEW YORK – A discussion was had on Tuesday regarding whether or not daily fantasy sports (DFS) should…
Read MorePointsBet Signs New Contract With Canada For Sports Betting
PointsBet signed new deal with Daily Faceoff and The Nation Network in Canada for the newly regulated sports betting market. Companies will be sharing assets between one another to better the user experience on sportsbook platforms in Canadian provinces. LAS VEGAS – PointsBet Canada just signed off on a multi-year contract deal to be the…
Read MoreOnline Gambling Market To See Huge Growth Over The Next Five Years
The online gambling market could see a huge Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) increase over the next five years, projections suggest. Sports betting has played a crucial role in online gambling’s overall market growth. LAS VEGAS – The online gambling industry is predicted to have a Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) of 11.94% from 2021…
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