Legal
May 9, 2023
Bet365 Ordered to Pay $700K to 23 Danish Athletes
Hillside (New Media Malta), the owner of Bet365, was ordered by the Maritime and Commercial High Court in Denmark to pay a compensation of nearly $700,000 to more than 20 Danish sports personalities for using their images and names without permission. Overall, 23 athletes were involved in the process and according to the Court, had […]
Casino
May 9, 2023
Circa Sports Joins Licensed Sportsbook Operators in Illinois
Circa Sports Illinois has received its license to operate in the state, marking a significant milestone in the eagerly awaited launch of legal sports betting in Prairie State. The Nevada-based sportsbook operator obtained its sports wagering management services provider license from the Illinois Gaming Board on April 27 in Chicago, granting it the authority to […]
Sports
May 9, 2023
AC Milan vs Inter Milan Champions League Odds, Time, and Prediction
Even though they do have some injury worries, both teams have been playing amazing soccer over the last couple of weeks. This is why it’s only logical to assume we’re going to witness a real spectacle on Wednesday in Milan. But who’s going to come up on top? AC Milan, Inter, no one? Keep reading […]
Industry
May 9, 2023
Legal Sports Betting in the US Nears Its Fifth Anniversary
With sports betting spreading to more and more states, roughly two-thirds of jurisdictions now offer legalized wagering. The industry has provided substantial tax contributions to local governments and forever transformed US sports. However, lingering concerns over addiction and gambling harm continue to pose challenges. The Industry Reaches a Significant Milestone 14 May 2023 will mark […]
Legal
May 9, 2023
Gambling and Alcohol Patents Dominate Australia’s IP Filings
Judging solely by the number of submitted patents, gaming, and alcohol companies were the most significant innovators in the country, dominating other private businesses and research institutions. IP Australia noted that the results likely reflected companies protecting their intellectual properties and reflected the importance of these industries in the domestic market. Domestic Listings Feature Gaming […]
Sports
May 9, 2023
Iowa Universities Face Investigations for Sports Wagering Violations
An investigation into sports wagering violations at the University of Iowa and Iowa State University has been launched, with 26 athletes and one employee of the athletic department at Iowa, as well as 15 athletes at Iowa State, suspected of violating The National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) rules. The University of Iowa, in collaboration with […]
Sports
May 9, 2023
Sportsbet Made Gambling Look Too Sexy, Got Told Off
According to regulators, the ad aired on behalf of Sportsbet, made it look like success in gambling was somehow linked to sexual desirability and attractiveness. The regulator argued that Sportsbet had implied a “link between wagering and sexual success or enhanced attractiveness.” I’ve Bet Sexy and I Know It In the ad in question, a […]
Sports
May 8, 2023
NRL Chief Faces Backlash for Defending Sports Gambling as ‘Entertainment’
Peter V’landys is facing widespread criticism for these recent comments defending the National Rugby League’s (NRL) foray into the sports gambling market. Recovering Addict Slams V’landys for Dismissing Devastating Impact of Gambling V’landys’ remarks have drawn the ire of public health experts and individuals who have struggled with gambling addiction. Many argue that major sporting […]
Sports
May 8, 2023
Ohio Gambling Hotline Urges Players to “Take Time and Think”
The main issue that Ohio faces today is the influx of not just new gamblers, but also those that seek help because of struggling to cope with their habits – this latter group’s numbers have been raising at a threatening pace, argues the Problem Gambling Network of Ohio which receives calls on the 1-800-GAMBLER hotline. […]
Sports
May 8, 2023
HBO Show “Succession” Given Odds on Future of Waystar Royco
No legal betting market would post the odds, but there has been some speculation that Roman Roy played by Kieran Culkin could succeed in the business of his father, Logan. The odds have him at good +250 and the idea to bet on a scripted event is not at all absurd. DraftKings Offers Hypothetical Betting […]
