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Sports
October 27, 2023
Ottawa Senators’ Shane Pinto Suspended for 41 Games in NHL Gambling Ban
The National Hockey League (NHL) has suspended Ottawa Senators forward Shane Pinto for 41 games due to his involvement in sports wagering activities. Pinto Apologizes as NHL Hands Down Half-Season Suspension The NHL’s disciplinary action was taken after an extensive investigation into Pinto’s activities related to sports wagering. While there was no evidence that Pinto […]
Sports
October 26, 2023
ESPN Rises to Top Spot as Most-Followed Brand on TikTok
The leading sports media company with a strong presence across North America and around the world, ESPN, celebrated a milestone moment as it became the most-followed brand on the popular social media platform, TikTok. The company confirmed the announcement on Wednesday. The new milestone comes after ESPN surpassed Paris Saint-Germain’s followers. At the time of […]
Sports
October 26, 2023
Changes to NCAA’s Betting Reinstatement Guidelines Delayed
Considering the expansion of legal sports betting that is already available in more than 30 US states, concerns about the integrity of sports competitions continue to grow. Earlier this year, the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) announced a number of suspensions over alleged gambling violations. Then, earlier this month, the NCAA confirmed its plans to […]
Sports
October 26, 2023
2023 Xfinity 500 (Martinsville) NASCAR Odds, Time, and Prediction
Christopher Bell and Kyle Larson are the two drivers who have already booked the ticket to the 2023 NASCAR Championship race. Two more spots are left in the Final Four, with six drivers competing for those slots in the 2023 Xfinity 500 race at Martinsville this coming weekend. 2023 Xfinity 500 Odds Driver Odds Denny […]
Legal
October 26, 2023
Supreme Court Clears Online Sports Betting in Florida Amid Legal Battles
In a landmark decision, the US Supreme Court has removed a temporary hold on the Seminole Tribe of Florida‘s plan to introduce online sports betting across the state. Seminole Tribe Triumphs Despite Legal Challenges The controversy began in 2021 when the Seminole Tribe inked a deal with the state of Florida allowing them to offer […]
Sports
October 25, 2023
Tonali Likely to Be Suspended Following the Match versus Borussia Dortmund
The soccer gambling scandal in Italy continues with Newcastle United midfielder Sandro Tonali reportedly set to receive a suspension from competing. Tonali and other players, including Nicolo Zniolo and Nicolo Fagioli, were found guilty of betting on sports, breaching Article 24 of the Sporting Justice Code. Reports say that Tonali will be allowed to compete […]
Business
October 25, 2023
PointsBet Reports Slight Dip In Turnover Post US Assets Sale
The leading betting and iGaming company with a strong presence across Australia and North America, PointsBet, released its Q1 FY24 activities report, sharing insights regarding its performance for the latest trading period. The company released its report Wednesday, revealing that its total sports betting handle halted at AU$611.0 million ($387.5 million) for Q1 FY24. This […]
Sports
October 25, 2023
Tampa Bay Buccaneers vs. Buffalo Bills 2023 NFL Odds, Time, and Prediction
The Buffalo Bills lost two of their last three games, but neither of those losses happened at Highmark Stadium. On their turf, Bills Mafia is 3-0 in 2023, with their most impressive performance being the one against the Miami Dolphins, which saw them win 48-20. This Thursday, they’re welcoming another team from Florida, should we […]
Sports
October 25, 2023
Mississippi Task Force Discusses Mobile Sports Betting Expansion
The potential expansion of mobile sports gaming beyond the confines of the state’s casinos took center stage during the second meeting of the Mobile Online Betting Task Force on October 24. Mississippi Gaming Commission Director Advocates Critical Legislation for Mobile Sports Betting Jay McDaniel, the executive director of the Mississippi Gaming Commission, addressed the lawmakers, […]
Legal
October 24, 2023
Feds Call For Progress on Florida Sports Betting Ruling
The legal battle in Florida by the pari-mutuel companies, West Flagler Associates and Bonita-Fort Myers Corp, over the exclusive sports betting compact of the Seminole Tribe of Florida continues. In the latest part of the legal saga, US Solicitor General Elizabeth Prelogar submitted a 29-page response last week which comes after a decision by Chief […]