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Industry
February 1, 2023
Bet365 Makes a Foray into Virginia
Leading British online gambling company bet365 continues to expand its presence in the United States. Yesterday, the company formally announced its entry into the state of Virginia. Bet365 Enters a Fourth US State As of yesterday, bet365 announced, its award-winning online sports betting brand will be available to customers in the Old Dominion. This marks […]
Legal
February 1, 2023
Sports Betting Continues to Gain Traction in Maine
Maine legalized sports betting back in May 2022. The activity is yet to be launched, considering that the Maine Gambling Control Unit, the regulator in charge of sports betting, is currently still establishing the legal framework. Now, a recent report by WGME suggests that Maine may introduce sports wagering at some point this summer, but […]
Industry
January 31, 2023
SKS365 Adopts Jacktime’s BETCORE Feature
Jacktime, a provider of advanced software solutions to the sports betting industry, has agreed to supply the SKS365-owned Planetwin365 brand with its products. As a result, the Italian operator will be able to use Jacktime’s BETCORE solution to engage its customers. BETCORE Adds a Layer of Gamification to Sports Betting BETCORE is a solution that […]
Sports
January 31, 2023
North Dakota Senate Stalls Sports Betting Bill
The state is currently on its way toward legalizing sports betting outside tribal lands, allowing mobile sportsbooks entry into a relatively untapped market. Senate Bill 2358 outlines a new sports betting task force charged with developing an implementation and regulatory framework for online sports betting. However, the Senate’s decision to postpone their judgment may dampen […]
Sports
January 30, 2023
Bet365 Launches NRNB Markets for All Cheltenham Races
Gambling giant bet365 has announced that its Non-Runner No Bet (NRNB) markets for this year’s Cheltenham Festival are now live. Extra markets were launched today, January 30, allowing punters to place safe bets on every single race of the racing event. Bet365 Provides Players with Much-Needed Safeguards The launch follows the success of earlier NRNM […]
Industry
January 27, 2023
Gaming Society Adds Three Sports Pros as Advisors
The three people joining the board are Chelsea Gray, Derek Jeter and Sheryk Swoopes. Each of them will bring something to the company, helping it better educate people on how to make the most out of their betting experience while promoting inclusivity. Three Sports Pros Joined the Advisory Board of Directors The diverse skill sets […]
Sports
January 26, 2023
Betfred Closer to License for Sportsbook at Virgin Hotels in Las Vegas
During a hearing on Wednesday, the gambling regulator in Nevada, the Nevada Gaming Control Board (NGCB), questioned the leading operator in light of its plans for a Betfred Sportsbook, a report released by CDC Gaming reveals. The meeting marked an important step forward for Betfred as the next step is now to secure approval from […]
Industry
January 25, 2023
Massachusetts’ Gambling Commission Votes in Favor of Extra Betting Markets
The launch of Massachusetts’ sports betting market is around the corner. Authorities in the Bay State used the last few days to discuss what activities should people be allowed to wager on. The list contains some surprising entries. MA Punters Will Be Able to Bet on Drafts and Award Events The Massachusetts Gaming Commission approved […]
Legal
January 25, 2023
Chris Maguire Suspended over Betting Breaches
His ban was backdated to November 22, 2022, so is now considered as fully served. A Rollercoaster of Allegations Maguire was initially fined £750 and received a warning from an independent regulatory commission for breaking the Football Association’s (FA) E8 rule, which concerns every Association participant, and relates to strictly banning both direct and indirect […]
Industry
January 25, 2023
North Carolina Could Support 9 Casinos as It Looks into Gambling
There are currently a limited number of gambling options for residents of North Carolina. The state offers raffles, charitable bingo, as well as casino gambling, which is restricted to the three Indian casinos on tribal land in the state. Those locations offer not only casino games, but sports wagering as well. Still, the activity is […]