Sports
April 6, 2026
Can You Beat the Bookies – This Gambler Succeeded and Then They Shut Him Down
The story of one Dave McNeill, a professional gambler, best exemplifies how bookmakers treat big losers and big winners. McNeill is uniquely placed to serve as an example of both, as he has been on both sides of the line. McNeill Tells His Story: From a Loser to a Major Winner at the Bookies First, […]
Sports
April 6, 2026
Gambling Remains a Growing Concern for Young People in Connecticut
A recent study by the Connecticut Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services highlights the growing prevalence of gambling among college students and the harms it can cause. Issues Continue with the Problem Gambling Among College/Uni Students in Connecticut The research focused on students at 12 public community colleges and found that gambling-related harm is […]
Sports
April 3, 2026
Fake Ronaldinho Deal Exposes Shadowy Online Casino Network
What began as a glossy branding story featuring a high-profile partnership between soccer legend Ronaldinho and gambling company MyStake turned into something far more troubling. The supposed chief executive behind the deal, Andres Markou, appears to be a decoy for the true owners of the company, while photographs circulating online, including the widely shared meeting […]
Sports
April 3, 2026
Las Vegas Mayor Announces Downtown NBA Arena Plan
Las Vegas has spent the past decade rewriting its identity. The city has transformed from its roots as a tourism and gambling hub into a high-profile sports destination. And an NBA franchise would cement that position. Next week, mayor Shelley Berkley plans to present her arguments directly to NBA commissioner Adam Silver, with a downtown […]
Sports
April 3, 2026
Wisconsin Online Sports Betting Bill Awaits Governor
Last November, amid Assembly Bill 601 awaiting approval from the House of Representatives and a nod from the Senate before it could eventually reach Gov. Tony Evers, Rep. Tyler August issued a serious warning. “If we leave a gray area in state law, national prediction platforms will fill it without our compact framework, Wisconsin oversight, […]
Sports
April 3, 2026
Louisiana Drops Prop Bet Ban Over Revenue Concerns
A proposal to eliminate certain types of sports wagers in Louisiana has been shelved after lawmakers determined it could reduce state income. The measure, which targeted proposition bets and in-game micro wagers, was withdrawn during a legislative hearing after new financial projections highlighted the scale of potential losses. Lawmaker Drops Betting Ban Amid $20M Revenue […]
Sports
April 1, 2026
BetMGM Begins Phasing Out Credit Cards, Blocks New Ones
BetMGM has officially pulled the plug on credit card use for its sports betting and online casino operations. The company announced that as of Tuesday, March 31, it is no longer accepting new credit cards. BetMGM Ends New Credit Card Use – Begins Phasing Existing Ones Out Customers who have funded bonuses and accounts with […]
Sports
April 1, 2026
It’s Official: Super Bowl Will Return to Las Vegas in 2029
The Super Bowl will be hosted by Las Vegas in 2029, as Allegiant Stadium has been chosen to host the game for the second time since 2024. It’s Confirmed NFL owners approved the highly anticipated decision during a meeting in Phoenix, confirming what many had expected. That first Las Vegas-hosted Super Bowl game saw Kansas […]
Sports
April 1, 2026
New York Targets Youth Betting and AI in Gambling Reform
New York is preparing a sweeping overhaul of its sports betting regulations with a strong focus on protecting young people and addressing the risks tied to problem gambling. The initiative, led by Governor Kathy Hochul, introduces a mix of technological safeguards and stricter oversight for operators across the state. New York Eyes Biometrics and AI […]
Sports
March 31, 2026
Financial Pressure Fuels Risky Student Betting at UK Universities
A new nationwide survey of university students in the UK has revealed a complex picture of gambling habits, with participation falling in recent years but spending rising among those who continue to bet. UK University Students Gamble Less Often but Spend More The study, based on responses from 2,000 students and published in March 2026, […]
