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June 11, 2024
NFL Quarterback Backpedals after Saying He Is a “Gambling Man”
Dak Prescott from the Dallas Cowboys has quickly clarified an earlier statement in which he described himself as a “gambling man.” While the quarterback only wished to express his situation ahead of the expiration of his current contract, he soon came to realize that his comment may be misinterpreted by some people. Prescott made the […]
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June 11, 2024
MLB Players Reveal a Surge in Gambling-Related Threats
Major League Baseball (MLB) players are increasingly expressing concerns over their safety due to a surge in gambling-related threats. MLB’s ongoing partnerships with leading gambling companies have caused the frequency and severity of menacing messages directed at baseball players to escalate dramatically. Athletes advocate for improved gambling harm prevention measures and sweeping reforms to protect […]
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June 11, 2024
Boston vs. Dallas G3 2024 NBA Finals Odds, Time, and Prediction
The Boston Celtics are 2-0 up against the Dallas Mavericks in the 2024 NBA Finals. They won both of the games played in Massachusetts, but this coming Wednesday, the series is moving to Texas. The Mavs are famously good on home turf, although the last time they played against the Celts, they ended up losing. […]
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June 11, 2024
DraftKings Receives Boost from Morgan Stanley’s Favorable Outlook
Morgan Stanley has highlighted DraftKings as a top pick within the North American gaming sector, indicating a favorable outlook for the sports betting giant. This positive sentiment arises despite recent challenges, such as the new tax legislation in Illinois. DraftKings Shows Resilience Amid Tax Challenges in Illinois Analyst Stephen Grambling and his team at Morgan […]
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June 10, 2024
Germany vs. Scotland 2024 Euro Odds, Time, and Prediction
Germany is one of the top favorites to win the 2024 Euro for many reasons, including the fact that the tournament is taking place in this country. Germany’s journey starts on Friday with a game against Scotland, which is a huge underdog in this duel. But can the underdog stage an upset? Germany vs. Scotland […]
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June 10, 2024
Arizona Opens Applications for Sports Betting Licenses
The Arizona Department of Gaming (ADG) has said it will accept applications for sports wagering licenses from July 8 to July 19, 2024, as the state looks to grow its sports betting market. Arizona Looks to Fill Three Remaining Sports Betting Licenses Currently, there are 17 active sports betting licenses in Arizona with a maximum […]
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June 10, 2024
Father Arrested After Leaving Baby in Car at Cleveland Casino Parking Lot
In late April, a distressing incident unfolded at the JACK Casino in Cleveland, leading to the arrest of 27-year-old Kyle Miller of Elyria on charges of child endangerment. The 10-Month-Old Was Discovered by a Passerby The situation began with a 911 call reporting an unattended baby in a car on the fourth floor of the […]
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June 7, 2024
Illinois Governor Promulgates New Tax Betting Law
Signed by Gov. JB Pritzker, the new state budget approved for the Fiscal Year 2025 on Wednesday will now see sports betting tax rates increase as well. This measure is going to be implemented sooner than expected, with the start date set for July 1, during a relative lull in the sports betting season. New […]
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June 7, 2024
Two More Men Charged in Connection with Jontay Porter’s Betting Scandal
Federal prosecutors have added more charges to the high-profile betting scandal that saw a lifetime ban issued by the NBA against Jontay Porter, a former Toronto Raptors forward. In an indictment handed down on June 6, Timothy McCormack and Mahmud Mollah were charged in connection with the conspiracy that allegedly used insider information from Porter. […]
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June 6, 2024
Jackpotjoy Prepares for Euro 2024 with UK Sports Betting Launch
Legacy bingo and online casino brand owned by Bally’s Corporation and operated by Gamesys Operations Limited, Jackpotjoy, has geared up for the much-anticipated UEFA Euro 24. The brand has announced the addition of a sportsbook to its website and mobile apps aimed at UK consumers. This is the first incursion into the sports betting world […]