Industry
December 9, 2021
UKGC Isn’t Happy with Operators’ AML and CTF Measures
The United Kingdom’s Gambling Commission has released its Compliance and Enforcement report for the year, revealing that it isn’t happy with operators’ lenient anti-money laundering and social responsibility measures. The UKGC Scrutinized Operators’ Lack of Effort The authority accused its licensees of placing their profits first and not being diligent enough in complying with the […]
Industry
December 9, 2021
Illinois: Sportsbooks’ Revenue in October Marks $840M Record, Says PlayIllinois
Boosted by a busy sports schedule, the sportsbooks in Illinois hit a new monthly record for revenue and wagering in October. Sports Betting Revenue, Wagers Skyrocket in October in Illinois Numbers released earlier this week by PlayIllinois show that online and retail sportsbooks in Illinois hit $840.4 million in wagers and revenue for October. This […]
Sports
December 9, 2021
Charles Oliveira vs Dustin Poirier Betting Preview, Time, Odds
UFC 269 is the final pay-per-view UFC event of the year and it’s going to be spectacular. At least its headliner fight should be as it’s a battle for the Lightweight Championship. The bout in question is Charles Oliveira vs Dustin Poirier, which is the one we’ll focus on in this betting preview. Charles Oliveira […]
Sports
December 9, 2021
Nonito Donaire vs Reymart Gaballo Betting Preview, Time, Odds
This Saturday at Dignity Health Sports Park in Carson, California, two Filipino boxers will lock horns in a battle for the WBC bantamweight title. The defending champion Nonito Donaire is challenged by Reymart Gaballo, the holder of the WBC interim bantamweight title. Oddsmakers think Donaire will have no problems beating his way less experienced rival. […]
Business
December 9, 2021
Flutter Extends OpenBet Partnership for Sportsbet in Australia
Flutter Entertainment has confirmed that it would continue to work with OpenBet to maintain and scale up operations in Australia through the former’s Sportsbet brand. The new partnership extends through the end of 2025 and enjoys support from both companies. As a result, Sportsbet will continue to use OpenBet’s industry-leading tech and services that guarantee […]
Legal
December 9, 2021
Ohio Legalizes Sports Betting, Licenses to Be Issued in April 2022
Ohio sports betting is officially legal as the state’s General Assembly passed a bill on Wednesday. After three years of massive talks and debates on the topic, both the House and Senate voted to approve House Bill 29. Ohio Senate voted 31-1, and Ohio House voted 72-23, and hence, the bill is now in the […]
Industry
December 9, 2021
Argentina: Online Gambling Legalization Still in the Making in Córdoba
In Argentina, there are 23 provincial jurisdictions and each of them is allowed to legalize, regulate or restrict online gambling activities. Besides those jurisdictions, there is one autonomous city – Buenos Aires. So far, nine provinces have legalized and launched online gambling activities. On the other hand, more than a dozen jurisdictions are making some […]
Legal
December 9, 2021
Rob Waterhouse Gets Rap on the Knuckles Over Advertisement Shortcomings
The Liquor and Gaming New South Wales has issued a penalty to Rob Waterhouse over a socially irresponsible gambling advertisement. Australia has a very strict code of conduct when it comes to most forms of gambling promotion. Over the past months, we have heard about numerous instances of respectable brands coming head-to-head with local regulators […]
Sports
December 9, 2021
France Horseracing and Training Elite Faces Doping Scandals and Arrests
Members of France’s biggest racehorse-training family and over a dozen other persons of interest have been arrested after the police found possible evidence that they may have been involved in doping and fraud. The news comes from daily media, Le Parisien, which details the case and investigation. The arrests were conducted by the country’s Service […]
Business
December 9, 2021
The NGCB Contacts Penn National Over Dave Portnoy’s Antics
The Barstool Sports sportsbook does not have Nevada licensing. But, that isn’t stopping the Nevada Gaming Control Board (NGCB) from scrutinizing the company. According to CDC Gaming Reports, it has asked Penn National Gaming, its partner casino, about recent events involving founder Dave Portnoy, who has been accused of misconduct and sexual harassment. Barstool Under […]