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Increased rugby interest encourages rugby betting

By Joseph Watkins July 12, 2024

In the past five years, there has been an unprecedented surge in the popularity of rugby and the wagering opportunities that are associated with it, which has also led to an exorbitant escalation in rugby wagering.  Interestingly, the available data indicate that the scale of rugby wagering activities has doubled in the past five years. […]Continue Reading

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DraftKings is looking to offload Vegas Sports Network

By Joseph Watkins July 5, 2024

DraftKings acquired Vegas Sports Information Network, also known as VSiN, back in March 2021 for $70 million. According to reports that have surfaced, the company is looking to offload the sports betting radio network to a potential buyer. One of the most anticipated buyers is Brent Musburger, the founder of VSiN. Neither side has officially […]Continue Reading

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Nevada sports betting revenue hurt by in-person registration

By Joseph Watkins July 3, 2024

The Supreme Court’s decision regarding in-person registration requirements appears to be causing Nevada to lose ground in the sports wagering sector, as well as in the significant recurring revenue collection.  After the Supreme Court’s 2018 decision on PASPA or Professional and Amateur Sports Protection Act, it was generally anticipated that Nevada will Continue Reading

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Top states leading in sports betting wagers in the US

By Joseph Watkins July 1, 2024

Reflecting a high level of engagement, 67.8 million adults in the United States actively participated in making bets on this year’s most awaited Super Bowl. It represents more than a quarter of the adult population and has increased by 35% compared to the previous year. The increase in participation shows the fast-growing popularity of sports […]Continue Reading

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MGM Resorts’ affiliate LeoVegas Group acquires Tipico’s US sportsbook

By Joseph Watkins June 25, 2024

LeoVegas Group, subsidiary of MGM Resorts, has entered into an agreement to acquire Tipico’s US sportsbook.  According to LeoVegas, the takeover is second in line among the company’s previous takeovers, such as Push Gaming, a game creator last year. The takeover will give LeoVegas the option of running an established sportsbook in every global market. […]Continue Reading

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WNBA insights: Phoenix Mercury vs Las Vegas Aces at Footprint Center

By Joseph Watkins June 14, 2024

Phoenix Mercury and Las Vegas Aces brought entertainment to the backyard of the Mercury. Suffice it to say, it was for the visitors as they took home a sweet victory. The final tally stood at 103-99 in favor of Las Vegas despite suffering a setback in the opening quarter. In fact, the tally was nearly […]Continue Reading

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Picks and predictions ahead of College World Series 2024

By Joseph Watkins June 13, 2024

The 2024 College World Series begins on June 14 and concludes on June 24. The baseball event will be hosted by Charles Schwab Field Omaha. Eight teams that made it through to the selection process on May 27, 2024, will now lock horns for the final title. Of all the teams participating in the tournament, […]Continue Reading

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US Open 2024: Golf experts’ promising contenders

By Bradley Sowle June 12, 2024

The 2024 Golf US Open is here, and the event is filled with fierce competitors. Even among the talented crowd, Scottie Scheffler stands out as a crowd favorite. The golfer has registered 5 wins in the past 8 PGA Tours. These wins include the Memorial and the Masters, with 2 second-place finishes in the stretch. […]Continue Reading

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Betting is the most vulnerable aspect of the US sporting scenario

By Joseph Watkins June 10, 2024

The US sports environment is gradually becoming a significant source of pain due to the increasing prevalence of wagering in sporting activities, which leads to numerous unfortunate situations. Recently, authorities charged Ippei Mizuhara, an interpreter for Japanese baseball favorite Shohei Ohtani, with evading tax payments and embezzling $17 million from the Los Angeles Continue Reading

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Arizona giving Nevada a run for its money in sports wagering

By Joseph Watkins June 7, 2024

If all keeps going as it is, it will not be long before Arizona overtakes Nevada in certified sports wagering in the US. In March, Arizona came up with $760 million, just a little short of Nevada with $784 million. What proves Arizona is on an upward climb is that the state’s sports wagering results […]Continue Reading

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WNBA preview: Dallas Wings vs Las Vegas Aces – June 05, 2024

By Joseph Watkins June 5, 2024

The Dallas Wings and the Las Vegas Aces will lock horns on June 5, 2024, for a WNBA event at 8 p.m. ET. The Wings are more likely to take home the victory. They had previously gone 3-4-0 against the spread in the current season. In the last six instances, the Aces have covered the […]Continue Reading

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Arizona’s ascent in sports betting challenges Nevada’s dominance

By Scott Mitchell June 3, 2024

Arizona has eventually stepped onto the American sports betting scene and challenged the dominant position of Nevada in the rapidly growing market. The legalization of sports betting in September 2021 has been one of the best decisions made by the state, with more than $6.57 billion wagered in 2023, an 8.9% improvement from the year […]Continue Reading

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Caesars launches 3 new sportsbooks in New Mexico

By Joseph Watkins May 29, 2024

One of the leading international gambling businesses, Caesars Entertainment, has recently announced its intention to expand its operations in the New Mexico state by partnering with Laguna Development Corporation (LDC). This partnership will lead to the establishment of three new physical sportsbooks in Route 66 Casino Hotel, Casino Xpress, and Dancing Eagle Casino.  Continue Reading

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Circa Sports expands reach, launches a mobile app in Kentucky

By Joseph Watkins May 27, 2024

Circa Sports, a prominent sports betting firm based in Las Vegas known for developing robust sports betting applications, has recently expanded its reach in Kentucky by launching a mobile sports betting application. A licensing agreement with the Corbin, Kentucky-based harness track Cumberland Run allowed for this strategic move. With this new development, Kentucky becomes Continue Reading

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NGCB bans sports betting ticket resellers

By Joseph Watkins May 24, 2024

Over two years after officials in Nevada ordered PropSwap to shut down, the state’s Gaming Control Board rejected plans for a sports-bet resale exchange. The lawsuit against PropSwap in the state district court has resulted in its surrender, and the Nevada Supreme Court is now handling the appeal. The company’s suggested rules were based on […]Continue Reading

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2024 NFL key bets: Strategic picks from the new schedule

By Joseph Watkins May 20, 2024

As the NFL’s 2024 season schedule approaches, an increasing number of football betting enthusiasts are concentrating on the season’s opening round and each subsequent game. A strategy known as situational handicapping or spot betting, where bookmakers already offer exhaustive odds, is also gaining popularity. It entails a deep analysis of the NFL Continue Reading

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Nevada regulators reject Dave & Buster’s arcade betting proposal

By Joseph Watkins May 17, 2024

Dave & Buster’s is a hard-hitting initiative that resonated with gamblers like a dream due to the facilitation it provided to them to bet dollars on arcade games. However, this dream shattered disastrously after the Nevada Gaming Control Board intervened. Kirk Hendrick, Nevada gaming board chairperson, said Dave & Buster’s management had consulted with Continue Reading

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BetMGM’s new features score big with betting surge!

By Tina Mattson May 16, 2024

BetMGM, a well-known sports betting and online gaming company, is attracting attention this baseball season because it offers the broadest range of home run markets that no other competitor can offer. They have also improved their parlay function and introduced a new contest called Grand Slam Jackpot, which is very interesting. With the use of […]Continue Reading

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What is the ultimate strategy for successful sports betting using Binance?

By Joseph Watkins May 6, 2024

Binance is the world’s largest crypto exchange that allows users to exchange, buy, and sell different currencies, revolutionizing how players trade and invest in Binance’s native cryptocurrency, Binance Coin.  Binance Coin (BNB) was launched in 2017 as an ERC-20 token on Ethereum before it migrated to Binance’s blockchain, Binance Chain. It quickly became the best Continue Reading

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NFL Draft betting frenzy: Sportsbooks tackle the chaos!

By Joseph Watkins April 23, 2024

One of the biggest challenges for sportsbook operators is to come up with the odds for the NFL Draft. It could be worse than getting a root canal. Contrary to betting on standard NFL games in which more common patterns are usually the trend, the draft creates complexity based on better-informed bettors who frequently have […]Continue Reading

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Sports betting transitions from being entertainment to a lot more

By Scott Mitchell April 16, 2024

Sports betting was once a form of entertainment. That story could be long gone with people looking at it differently and operators evolving with heavy monetization. They have, so far, deployed every possible model to boost their financials – odds, spreads, and parlays. They are not necessarily bad, but the fact that fans often get […]Continue Reading

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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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Record betting on South Carolina’s victory over Iowa!

By Scott Mitchell April 8, 2024

The basketball women’s tournament concluded with a marvelous climax when sportsbooks reported that the national championship game on Sunday was the most wagered-on event related to women’s sports in the country. The hype rising was generally for placing the game between South Carolina, coached by Dawn Staley with their target of the third win, and […]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

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Acquisition answer to FanDuel entering Nevada

By Scott Mitchell April 5, 2024

FanDuel and DraftKings’ absence in Nevada is impacting the sports betting space in Nevada. This is because both operators are the biggest players in the sports betting industry. However, there is a possibility of bringing Fanduel in through an acquisition.  This was the supposition from FanDuel and its parent company, Flutter Entertainment.  As per the […]Continue Reading

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FanDuel puts Nevada sports betting in the spotlight

By Joseph Watkins April 4, 2024

FanDuel officials suggested that the sports-betting and fantasy-sports operator may expand its presence in Nevada beyond its current limited role. However, doing so would necessitate an acquisition within the state. FanDuel currently prioritizes odds-making and branding at the Fremont Hotel & Casino, a Boyd Gaming operation located in downtown Las Vegas. On Wednesday, Continue Reading

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Vegas transforms: How it became more than a gamblers’ paradise

By Joseph Watkins March 29, 2024

The story of Las Vegas, a city with a rich beginning, the influence of organized crime, and its transformation into a paradise of lights is now about to add another page to the city’s history book. This trend is characterized by the temple being an integral part of professional sports, a development that would have […]Continue Reading

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Caesars sportsbook bettor turns $70 into a whopping $287k!

By Joseph Watkins March 27, 2024

The ambitious gambler hit a $19 17-team parlay that paid $108910.05 and a $51 17-team round-robin parlay that paid $178,403.40. Both long wagers and short wagers combine the same ideas, alternate spreads, alternate totals, and money lines from NCAA tournament, NIT, and CBI games. The rest of the results are given below. Caesars Sportsbook is […]Continue Reading

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William Hill Sportsbook to introduce new mobile betting app in Nevada

By Joseph Watkins March 26, 2024

The William Hill Nevada Sportsbook is undergoing a migration to the William Hill App, almost similar to the upgrade of the Caesars Sportsbook Nevada app earlier this year. The new app and the Caesars app have obvious similarities. The upgrading of the betting app coincides with the impending NFL season. Other retail sportsbooks operated by […]Continue Reading

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Maximizing profits with Tether sports betting: Proven techniques

By Tina Mattson March 14, 2024

Tether sports gambling has recently been in exceptional demand and popularity in online casinos. Quite simply, the cryptocurrency lets punters bet on their favorite sports games. The latest and most trendy thing in the cryptocurrency market is Tether. This makes it a preferred choice for sports gamblers who desire safety, speed, and reliability in their […]Continue Reading