Gambling News
Virginia Is the First US State to Legalize Daily Fantasy Sports
- March 9, 2016 By Oliver Young -
The Governor of Virginia, Terry McAuliffe, made history when he signed the first daily fantasy sports bill two days ago, and the state became the first one to formally legalize this gambling activity. A legal framework was established into the Fantasy Contests Act where several consumer protections were provided. Commenting on the news, Senator Ryan […] Continue Reading
Leicester City Fan Lands £72k Payout on Pre-Season Prediction
- March 8, 2016 By Nemanja L. -
Leicester City fans must have been delighted to see Claudio Ranieri’s men become the Premier League title favourites despite being predicted a relegation dogfight, but one Foxes supporter had another cause for celebration. Namely, having bravely placed a £50 bet with Ladbrokes on Leicester City to lift the Premier League trophy at odds of 5,000/1 […] Continue Reading
Casino Supporters Look Ahead to Next Legislative Session
- March 7, 2016 By Samantha A. -
The battle that is to bring casino gambling to Georgia has hit a major roadblock this past week within the House of Representatives, but even those that are opposed to the idea of gambling in Georgia expect this fight to continue. Legislation that would ultimately allow up to four casinos to operate within the state, […] Continue Reading
Analysis Suggests Paddy Power Targeting Ethnic Minorities with Gaming Machines
- March 7, 2016 By Oliver Young -
According to a new analysis, the well known UK based bookmaker Paddy Power is targeting high minority ethnic areas with controversial fixed-odds betting terminals also known as FOBTs. The research that used data from the UK Gambling Commission, revealed that 61 percent of the 349 betting shops of Paddy Power are located in parts where […] Continue Reading
Wild Orient and SunTide Added to Microgaming Slot Library
- March 4, 2016 By Nemanja L. -
Wild Orient and SunTide are the latest slot games that have been added to Microgaming casinos, with customers from around the globe gaining access to the new titles on 2 March. The slots are already available at Microgaming’s Casino, Mobile, Quickfire, Poker and Bingo products and launched simultaneously on desktop, mobile and tablet. The company […] Continue Reading
Lawmakers Fail to Push the Gambling Bills in Florida
- March 2, 2016 By Oliver Young -
It appears that the lawmakers in Florida have failed in their efforts to push the gambling bills after an important Senate committee decided not to bring the subject on the table for vote. This includes the new $3 billion 20-year compact with the Seminole Tribe. The legislature in the US state will wrap things up […] Continue Reading
NBA & Champions League the Focus of Russian Bettors
- March 1, 2016 By Nemanja L. -
Sports betting has been on a minor downtrend in Russia of late, but there have been no major changes with regards to the most popular sports among the country’s punters, with football still leading the way. Russian gambling company First Gaming recently released a report on the country’s sports betting market in 2015, announcing that […] Continue Reading
Brockton Had One Emotional Meeting
- February 29, 2016 By Samantha A. -
The plans for building a $675 million casino in the Brockton area had to be passed through the citizens of the area, and those on the committee that decide whether or not this is a good plan to go with. Of course, they have to keep the people of the area in mind when making […] Continue Reading
Three Bidders Enter the Final Stage for First Cypriot Casino
- February 29, 2016 By Oliver Young -
Lawmakers of the Greek controlled southern part of Cyprus have allegedly shortlisted the number of bidders who had applied for the first Cypriot casino license. It is believed that all three operators have Asian ties. According to local media, Cyprus officials have picked three casino operators that are going to compete in the final stage […] Continue Reading
Virginia Passes Daily Fantasy Sports Legislation
- February 25, 2016 By Nemanja L. -
Daily fantasy sports websites have endured some tough times in the United States of late, having been banished from quite a few states, which made them turn their attention to the UK market and start a new business in Europe. However, they have finally received some good news as Virginia is set to become the […] Continue Reading