Sports
September 11, 2024
Auburn Tigers Quarterback Says Angry Bettors Have Asked Him to Pay Them Back
Betting-prompted harassment of professional and college athletes remains a serious problem faced by the American sports sector. Payton Thorne, senior quarterback for the Auburn Tigers, weighed in on the matter, sharing his experience with online harassment. Bullies Have Multiple Ways to Harass Athletes Now Thorne appeared on The Next Round podcast, providing some insights into […]
Business
September 11, 2024
Wynn Issues $800M Debt to Redeem Bonds, Pay DOJ Settlement
Last week, the leading gaming and hospitality operator, Wynn Resorts, announced that it has reached a settlement with the US Department of Justice (DOJ). Under the settlement, the company’s subsidiary, Wynn Las Vegas, agreed to forfeit a record $130 million to settle alleged financial offenses. Now, Wynn announced the pricing of $800 million in senior […]
Industry
September 11, 2024
Sex Worker Suspect in $40K Theft from Las Vegas Casino Visitor
Las Vegas has its share of crimes and while attempts for cheating, scams or robberies are some of the unlawful activities, trick rolling is also a common crime across Sin City. Punishable by law, trick rolling is when an individual is lured into a situation where they can be robbed. Oftentimes this is the case […]
Sports
September 11, 2024
ROGA Launches Nationwide Program to Educate College Students on Safe Gaming
Virginia-based Responsible Online Gaming Association (ROGA) is starting a nationwide effort to teach college students about safe gaming habits and money management. ROGA Teams Up with Industry Leaders to Address Gambling Risks The project, which will kick off at the start of 2025, is a team effort with EPIC Global Solutions, Kindbridge Behavioral Health, and […]
Sports
September 11, 2024
Regulatory Delay Holds Up ESPN BET Launch in New York
ESPN BET’s New York launch faces a delay because of regulatory obstacles leaving PENN Entertainment to wait for the New York State Gaming Commission (NYSGC) to give the green light. PENN’s Deal for Wynn License Delays ESPN BET’s New York Debut The sportsbook was set to go live in late August, but its entry into […]
Industry
September 11, 2024
Cincinnati Bengals vs. Kansas City Chiefs Week 2 Odds, Time, and Prediction
After a dreadful performance against the Patriots in Week 1, the Cincinnati Bengals are hoping to get their first win in Week 2. Unfortunately for them, that seems like a real challenge given that they’re taking on the Super Bowl champions, the Kansas City Chiefs, at Arrowhead. Cincinnati Bengals vs. Kansas City Chiefs Week 2 […]
Sports
September 11, 2024
Alexa Grasso vs. Valentina Shevchenko 3 UFC 306 Odds, Time, and Prediction
Alexa Grasso is the defending UFC Women’s Flyweight Champion, who got ahold of the belt after beating Valentina Shevchenko last year in what was one of the greatest upsets in the history of UFC. She defended her title against the same opponent a few months later and is hoping to do the same at the […]
Sports
September 11, 2024
Sean O’Malley vs. Merab Dvalishvili UFC 306 Odds, Time, and Prediction
The UFC Bantamweight champion Sean O’Malley is famous for his striking ability, and many consider him to be the best boxer in the UFC. He is defending his title against Merab Dvalishvili, who’s one of the finest wrestlers in the division, and who’s famous for his incredible gas tank. Knowing all this, our prediction is […]
Industry
September 10, 2024
Maryland Sportsbooks Contributed $5M to Education in August
Maryland’s betting market has contributed over $5 million to the state in August, fueling local education through the Blueprint for Maryland’s Future Fund. The industry has so far donated over $100 million to the cause since the regulation of online wagering. The Betting Industry Continues to Fuel Public Education In August 2024, Maryland’s 11 mobile […]
Business
September 10, 2024
Palms Casino Resort Appoints Stephen Thayer as General Manager
Palms Casino Resort, one of Las Vegas’s biggest off-Strip properties and the first fully tribal property in the city, has announced the appointment of a seasoned casino and hospitality executive as its new general manager. The one up to the task is none other than Stephen Thayer, the Strat’s former general manager. Thayer Has Vast […]
