Mattress Mack Bet $3 Million On Astros To Win World Series

Mattress Mack

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…

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Online Michigan Sports Betting and Gambling Launches Friday

Sports Betting Screen

Michigan has authorized nine gambling operators to launch online sports betting and online gaming throughout the state on Friday. FanDuel, DraftKings, BetMGM, and Barstool Sportsbook are among the nine gambling operators launching in Michigan. Online sports betting in Michigan will be taxed at a rate of 8.4% while online gaming will be taxed between 20-28%.…

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William Hill Launches New Sportsbook At Harrah’s Philadelphia

Harrah's Philadelphia - William Hill

William Hill is launching a new sportsbook in the Harrah’s Philadelphia Casino with many different features to enhance the sports betting experience. There is a mobile app to provide guests with an additional way to bet on sports from the comfort of their homes. Williams Hill is being bought by Caesars Entertainment as the two…

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Caesars Entertainment Acquires William Hill For $3.7 Billion

William Hill - Caesars Entertainment

William Hill will be acquired by Caesars Entertainment for $3.7 billion. The popular sportsbook will become a subsidiary of Caesars Entertainment, Inc. Caesars believes sports betting is the fastest growing gambling market in the US. RENO, Nev. – Caesars Entertainment, Inc. has bid $3.7 billion in a massive acquisition to claim William Hill as a…

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First Stadium Sportsbook Launches In The Nation’s Capital

Capital One Arena Betting Kiosks

William Hill launched the temporary first retail sportsbook in Washington D.C. and in a sports complex. The first bets were made by season ticket holders from each team that players in the complex’s inaugural year. The permanent location of this sportsbook is under construction and will open in the Fall of this year pending approval.…

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All US Commercial Casinos Have Shutdown Due To COVID-19

Closed Casinos

The Coronavirus has put over half a million casino employees out of work nationwide with closures of all commercial facilities. The gaming business rakes in millions for the economy in the US which is being lost because of the required ceasing of business. NEW YORK – The Coronavirus outbreak has led all commercial casinos in…

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Gambling Firms Pushed To Implement Betting Cap Due To COVID-19

Betting Limits

The betting cap would be £50 a day limit and would be temporary. Gambling operators have increased promoting virtual sports more as an alternative to betting on canceled sporting events. MP’s also want to prevent customers from opening up multiple gambling accounts. LONDON — The coronavirus pandemic has led to the cancellation of the biggest…

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COVID-19 Pandemic Gives Crippling Blow To Gambling Stock Market

Gambling Stocks

The gaming industry is taking a hit in the stock market as well as at their casino locations. Numbers continue to drop with the COVID-19 pandemic hitting the sports and gambling world hard. NEW YORK – The Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic continues to insert itself into the waking lives of everyone worldwide and the stock market…

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William Hill Owned Site, Fined Millions For Ignoring Addicts

Gambling Addiction

William Hill owned gambling site Mr. Green has been fined $3 million for the inadequate handling of gambling addicts. Mr. Green has also shown improper validation procedures for proof of income. The betting site was investigated by the Gambling Commission who discovered the systemic failings. STOCKHOLM, Sweden – Online gambling site Mr. Green has been…

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William Hill Will Open Its First Florida Operation In December

William Hill Casino Miami

William Hill will open a racebook in Casino Miami. The racebook will bring in a number of amenities to allow for simulcast wagering. The William Hill racebook could eventually become a sportsbook if Florida legalizes. MIAMI – William Hill is set to open up a racebook in Casino Miami sometime in December. This new and…

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