Bradley Sowle

Betting

Does legalized betting negatively impact sports?

By Bradley Sowle April 10, 2024

Sports wagering’s detrimental effects on sports have gained traction in the wake of certain regrettable side wagering occurrences, including Shohei Ohtani and Jontay Porter. Since the United States authorized sports betting six years ago, there has been an explosion in the number of advertising campaigns for online gambling platforms. Similar to a coin with two […]Continue Reading

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Unraveling the mechanics of crypto betting in CSGO tournaments!

By Bradley Sowle April 8, 2024

The rise of esports betting has given fans a chance to be part of the action, with global offensive (CS: GO) tournaments taking center stage. The CS: GO professional scene has witnessed explosive growth, engaging viewership globally through high-octane gameplay and high-stakes matches. Within this hype, crypto-based systems have disrupted gaming in forms like CSGO […]Continue Reading

Gambling

MGM Resorts International denies Bruno Mars’ Casino Debt rumors

By Bradley Sowle March 19, 2024

Online rumors circulated on March 18 regarding the alleged $50 million debt that American musician and songwriter Bruno Mars owed the MGM Grand in Las Vegas. Bruno Mars entered into an eight-year residency agreement with MGM in 2016. This agreement required him to deliver performances at the Park MGM in Las Vegas consistently. Conveying this […]Continue Reading

Poker

The role of smart contracts in crypto poker: Automating fairness and payouts

By Bradley Sowle March 15, 2024

In the realm of online gambling, the integration of smart contracts into crypto poker has revolutionized gameplay dynamics. Smart contracts, built on blockchain technology, offer a transparent, automated framework for executing agreements. In the context of poker, they ensure fairness, automate payouts, and streamline the gaming experience. This article explores the Continue Reading

Betting

Caesars Entertainment furthers its association with NHL

By Bradley Sowle March 8, 2024

Caesars Entertainment has expanded its partnership with the National Hockey League, under which Caesars Digital will leverage NHL intellectual property to develop NHL-themed iCasino games. This pertains to the online platforms and Caesars Palace Online Casino operated by the organization in North America. The NHL will remain affiliated with Caesars as the official sports Continue Reading

Sports

NRL’s Las Vegas showcase tournament proved its worldwide viability

By Bradley Sowle March 4, 2024

The National Rugby League is at last receiving the recognition it merits, as evidenced by the fact that the inaugural premiership contests in the United States attracted over 40,000 viewers. After observing the exhilaration that surrounded the two games, Peter V’landys experienced a realization of his dreams.  A historically unprecedented occurrence for NRL, Continue Reading

Sports

Golden Knights snap 7-game winning streak of Toronto

By Bradley Sowle February 28, 2024

The defending Stanley Cup champions snapped the 7-game winning streak of their opponent in a recent NHL hockey game. The Vegas Golden Knights landed the final tally of 6-2 in their favor, letting the Toronto Maple Leafs wonder if they will ever get their streak back. Neither side scored in the first segment of the […]Continue Reading

Gambling

The growing popularity of online Ethereum poker in 2024

By Bradley Sowle February 26, 2024

Online poker has a loyal base of players who love the game just for the ability to maintain their anonymity and the ease of accessibility. While crypto pokers gained popularity due to the ability to deposit and withdraw their money instantly, online Ethereum poker started to enter this industry as a better version of everything […]Continue Reading

Sports

Vegas Golden Knights lose their third consecutive game

By Bradley Sowle February 21, 2024

The Vegas Golden Knights have now lost their third consecutive game. This happened on Tuesday in T-Mobile Arena when the Nashville Predators came strong to finish the hockey game with a tally of 5-3 in their favor. Vegas did attempt to make a comeback but failed to do so, for it happened when they had […]Continue Reading

Betting

Penn likely to bring ESPN Bet to Nevada’s Strip

By Bradley Sowle February 16, 2024

Penn could soon bring ESPN Bet to Nevada. The entertainment company has reportedly stated that it is paying Wynn Resorts $25 million to acquire its mobile sports betting licenses. While those pertain to New York, a region that continues to lead the segment, chances are that Penn Entertainment will soon take it to the floors […]Continue Reading

Gambling

Is Dota 2 crypto betting the future of gaming?

By Bradley Sowle February 13, 2024

The unique characteristics of cryptocurrency have fundamentally altered how we wager on esports. Its decentralized nature, in which no single entity controls it, is its most distinctive trait. Furthermore, because cryptocurrencies are online, players may use them from anywhere.  Dota 2 esports crypto betting looks to be a fantastic new way to improve the thrill […]Continue Reading

Gambling

How faucets can help you dip your toes into the Ethereum space

By Bradley Sowle February 7, 2024

Ethereum is a decentralized platform facilitating the creation and deployment of smart contracts and decentralized applications (dApps) through blockchain technology. Its native cryptocurrency, Ether (ETH), fuels transactions and operations within the network. Its applications span across diverse sectors such as finance, gaming, and healthcare. Faucets, on the other hand, Continue Reading

Gaming

Nevada gaming industry breaks records for 3rd consecutive year

By Bradley Sowle February 2, 2024

The Nevada gaming industry has broken records for the third year in a row. The Nevada Gaming Control Board recently reported that 2023 brought another annual record. The report confirmed that the state had established all-time records in various categories. The year 2023 was the best ever for slot machines, table games, and sports betting. […]Continue Reading

Casino

Crypto wins big: Boosting your portfolio with Ethereum casinos

By Bradley Sowle January 31, 2024

Enhancing your investment portfolio by including Ethereum-based casinos is an innovative strategy within the cryptocurrency investment landscape. With Ethereum solidifying its position as a prominent blockchain platform, its foray into the online gambling industry opens up distinctive avenues for investors. Through the strategic utilization of Ethereum’s smart Continue Reading

Gambling

How DAOs are revolutionizing crypto lottery systems?

By Bradley Sowle January 29, 2024

A decentralized autonomous organization (DAO) is a unique entity structure where those holding tokens actively participate in the management and decision-making processes. Functioning on blockchain technology, DAOs employ smart contracts to streamline decision-making, eliminating the necessity for intermediaries. This approach fosters trustless collaboration among Continue Reading

Gambling

Is Binance coin sports betting the next big thing in crypto space?

By Bradley Sowle January 23, 2024

Binance Coin (BNB) is a cryptocurrency developed by Binance, a leading global exchange. Originally an ERC-20 token on Ethereum, BNB now operates on Binance Chain. The emerging trend of cryptocurrency in sports betting, driven by privacy and efficiency demands, sees BNB integrated into platforms. The best binance coin sports betting sites facilitate quicker transactions, Continue Reading

Casino

Marriott and MGM revive Points partnership discussions

By Bradley Sowle January 17, 2024

Marriott International and MGM Resorts first announced their plans to launch the Points partnership in July last year. However, it was delayed, especially in October, when MGM announced a ransomware attack on its brand. Both parties have not specified a specific date, but the negotiations appear to be back on track. It will cover eligible […]Continue Reading

Casino

BetMGM’s Big Game Bash concert will feature Luke Combs

By Bradley Sowle January 11, 2024

BetMGM is enhancing the celebratory festivities for the Big Game weekend through the introduction of the BetMGM Big Game Bash concert, which will feature the American songwriter and vocalist Luke Combs. The Chelsea, located at The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas, will serve as the venue for the concert. The occasion is scheduled for February 10, […]Continue Reading

Gambling

Earning passive income with Monero faucets: Tips and Tricks

By Bradley Sowle January 8, 2024

Normally, crypto faucets are created to advertise the benefits of cryptocurrencies and how they can be used to make profits. It originally worked by giving users crypto rewards for completing certain tasks. This option benefited users by giving them more rewards for completing more tasks. Thus, crypto faucets have become a source for users to […]Continue Reading

Sports

A look at the Las Vegas 2023 sports segment

By Bradley Sowle January 2, 2024

Las Vegas is transitioning from being a global entertainment capital to a blend of sports and entertainment centers. A look at 2023 makes it evident when it comes to teams participating in a contest, with the region hosting one for itself. The Golden Knights won the Lord Stanley Cup in its 6th edition, making it […]Continue Reading

Sports

Raiders won 20-14 against Chiefs, their first since 2020

By Bradley Sowle December 26, 2023

The Las Vegas Raiders took the lead against the Kansas City Chiefs in the first quarter and continued the momentum until the third quarter. What happened in the final section was a setback that the winners could afford. The final tally was in their favor, with the board displaying 20-14. It is now history in […]Continue Reading

Betting

BetMGM and NHL extend collaboration for multiple years

By Bradley Sowle December 20, 2023

BetMGM has expanded its association with the National Hockey League. With the support of NHI imagery, they now want to introduce exclusive and interesting exposure for hockey enthusiasts, as well as produce casino games involving professional teams and the top hockey leagues. This will be broadcast nationally. BetMGM is a well-known iGaming operator that works […]Continue Reading

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Sportradar and TDI establish a global data and streaming deal

By Bradley Sowle December 13, 2023

Sportradar has formed an association with Tennis Data Innovations (TDI) to gain international data and the right to stream games. TDI is in a joint venture with the Association of Tennis Professionals (ATP) and ATP Media.  This long-term agreement will be responsible for Sportradar obtaining data and the rights to stream the games in terms […]Continue Reading

Gaming

Proposed sale of Golden’s Nevada distributed gaming section to J&J

By Bradley Sowle December 7, 2023

The Nevada Gaming Control Board has proposed that J&J Ventures Gaming acquire the Nevada distributed gaming division of Golden Entertainment. In addition to the $213.5 million stated for the acquisition, $34 million has been allocated as purchase cash. The Nevada Gaming Commission will be notified regarding the matter on December 21, 2023. In September, J&J […]Continue Reading

Gaming

Nevada casino-resort industry reaches a revenue peak in October

By Bradley Sowle December 1, 2023

The casino-resort industry in Nevada is increasing its overall revenue collection by leaps and bounds. October as a whole witnessed a 2.7% year-over-year increase in revenue, reaching a record $1.31 billion. The regional casinos, too, have contributed to this.  Considering a ten-month period, the annual revenue for 2023 increases by 3.3% compared to the previous […]Continue Reading

Casino

DraftKings hits the jackpot at F1 Las Vegas Grand Prix

By Bradley Sowle November 28, 2023

For the first time in the history of sports betting, the world has witnessed the greatest amount of gambling activity at a Formula 1 race. The first race in Vegas was groundbreaking as an opening on the Formula One (F1) list, but it also triggered more sports gambling than the famous 2021 Grand Prix de […]Continue Reading

Sports

Vegas Golden Knights lose season-opening face-off 3-0 to Penguins

By Bradley Sowle November 20, 2023

The Golden Knights were favorites to win against the Penguins, considering their 13-4-2 record and the top position in the respective table. However, the tide turned when the Pittsburgh Penguins scored a single goal in every period while restricting the Knights to a zero record. They were less affected, with a 9-8-0 record, coming strong […]Continue Reading

Casino

MGM reveals $2B buyback plan after Q3 results beat estimates

By Bradley Sowle November 9, 2023

MGM Resorts International recently revealed its Q3 earnings for 2023. The biggest Las Vegas Strip operator beat every estimate despite experiencing a cyberattack. As expected, the announcement saw MGM shares rise during the after-hours trading session. The Cosmopolitan operator stated that it secured 64 cents per share on 3.97 billion dollars in revenue.  This revenue Continue Reading

Casino

Konami Gaming and Xailient join hands to launch SYNK Vision

By Bradley Sowle November 6, 2023

Konami Gaming and Xailient have made major advancements in the casino industry. They have entered into a strategic partnership to announce SYNK Vision to enhance the customer experience through enhanced harm minimization and secure identity management. Interestingly, it is being considered a serious take on achieving responsible gambling. The ultimate goal is to replace Continue Reading

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Nevada casino board wants to outlaw jackpot trespassers

By Bradley Sowle October 30, 2023

Nevada regulators are contemplating the restructuring of a policy after a casino in Mesquite was requested to pay a jackpot to an undeserving player. The Nevada Gaming Control Board has reportedly requested that the Casablanca hotel-casino pay gambler Rhon Wilson $2,045.18, even though he was not permitted at the casino. According to the statement released […]Continue Reading