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This weekend, a cybersecurity incident caused MGM Resorts International’s to shut down its computer systems across the country. Costing the company millions, MGM is keen to get to the bottom…

Online sports betting ads tend to err on the side of cheeky, but some brands take things a little too far. In the case of DraftKings’ latest transgression, it was…

The High Stakes Adventure promotion from Americas Cardroom has sent players around the world to compete in some of the most lucrative events that most of us could only dream…

After more than three decades of political debates and discussions, the Windy City has finally reached a huge milestone with the opening of the first legal land-based Chicago casino. It’s…

Sports betting has become a booming industry in the United States, and with the start of the NFL season just around the corner, sports betting operators are preparing for a…

The American gambling market continues to expand, the importance of problem gambling support becomes increasingly important. However, the allocation of funds for support services has not kept pace with the…

Gambling sponsorships are all over the sports world, with betting brand logos across all sorts of venue banners and player equipment. Sportsbooks, poker rooms and casinos are usually the most…

FOXBet, owned by Flutter Entertainment, will be shutting its doors. By August 31st, the operator will be completely shut. Online gambling giant Flutter Entertainment has confirmed that FOXBet will be…

In April 2023, Sheila Little, a former employee of Wynn Las Vegas, sued the casino for illegally requiring slot machine staff to share their tips with management. It’s been a…

It’s been just over a year since Governor Janet Mills signed the Maine sports betting legislation into law, and the state has now set a launch date for sportsbooks. According…

The organizers of the 2023 World Series of Poker had made their mission known as soon as they started planning – this year’s Main Event would be the biggest one…

Brian Rast is the latest inductee into the Poker Hall of Fame. He’s had a long and fruitful career, with six WSOP bracelets under his belt and 2023 is certainly…

Americas Cardroom is already one of my favorite online poker sites, and things have just gotten even better. The brand has just launched a new website design and software update,…

The competition for PointsBet is really heating up, with DraftKings outbidding Fanatics by over $40 million. The two operators are eager to purchase the Australian-based betting operator, which has a…

Gambling expansion continues across the world and the United States and, along with it, the prevalence of gambling harm also increases. To help protect those vulnerable to gambling addiction and…

Want to compete in the World Series of Poker Main Event, but can’t cough up to $10K  for a buy-in? Well, Americas Cardroom has the perfect promotion for you.  30…

Sports fans in North Carolina could be looking forward to wagering by the beginning of 2024, as Governor Roy Cooper has just signed the NC sports betting bill into law,…

Several new events will be making their debut at the 2023 WSOP, one of which has just concluded. The first-ever “Gladiators of Poker” event finished late last night, with Jason…

It looks as though rules for Maryland sports betting promos won’t be loosening any time soon. The industry collectively requested the easing of specific regulations that would allow them to…

The NFL has been handing out suspensions left-and-right to players who have violated the league’s gambling policies. With offenders claiming they were unaware of the NFL’s rules regarding gambling, the…

The WSOP is well underway at the Horseshoe and Paris in Vegas, but it’s Hustler Casino that’s making headlines this week. In the biggest-ever hand to ever be broadcast, Tom…

The poker world has suffered a huge loss, as a legendary player and pioneer Doyle Brunson has passed away. He was 89 years old. A Sad Day for Poker Players…

Vermont is the latest state to make strides along its path to legalized sports betting, after the House has approved bill H127. Now, it’s up to Governor Phil Scott to…

It was back in March that World Wrestling Entertainment began pushing for the legalization of betting on its matches, and the New Hampshire Lottery Commission has just turned down the…

The NHL Alumni Association has teamed up with Entain Foundation US, and they will be working together to promote safer gambling. Over the next three years, the Entain will be…

In the latest installation of “What is Florida Man Up to Now?”, we have an interesting tale about a WPT poker tournament. A 70-year-old man named David Hughes has won…

A study by WalletHub.com has found that the state most addicted to gambling is Nevada. As it is home to the gambling capital of the United States, this seems hardly…

For months, the New York gaming industry has been preparing for a huge expansion. Three new casino licenses are up for grabs within the city and a Times Square casino…

The World Series of Poker is the biggest event in the poker world, but coverage has been pretty light. If you’ve ever found yourself struggling to watch an event that…

After Rush Street Interactive announced its decision to leave Connecticut’s sports betting market, the state’s lottery is quickly on the rebound. A Request For Proposals (RFP) has been issued, and…

The World Series of Poker 2023 will begin on May 30th and, in two days (Thursday, April 13th), you’ll be able to register online so you can begin planning your…

ChatGPT has been taking the world by storm. Allowing you to have human-like conversations online, ChatGPT is being used for a number of purposes – including researching, composing emails, generating…

Most online poker commercials are pretty similar. They either depict a group of friends sitting around a table or a celebrity poker ambassador chatting away, but GGPoker’s latest commercial deviates…

Kentucky has now joined the growing list of states where sports betting is legal. House Bill 551 was passed, just weeks after being introduced, by a Senate vote of 25….

It’s been six months since Ali Imsirovic was banned from PokerGO events and many online poker websites after he was discovered to have been cheating on various platforms. You would…

For the first time ever, the Super Bowl was held in a state where sports betting is legal – and you could tell that it really had an impact on…

If you live in the Bay State and are looking forward to March Madness, have we got great news for you. The Massachusetts Gaming Commission now has a specific date…

The world of poker television programming has brought us some high stakes action – but, nothing quite like what Hustler Casino live has planned. This spring, the popular live stream…

If you want to break into the world of poker but have had trouble building your bankroll, Americas Cardroom is currently running the tournament of your dreams. And, incidentally, it’s…

Georgia has some pretty restrictive laws regarding gambling in all of its forms – but, that could soon change. Lawmakers in the state have just introduced the Georgia Sports Betting…

Mike Postle, who was accused of cheating poker players out of over $30 million, has returned to live poker by competing in a 50K tournament under an alias and wearing…

Fancy a trip across the pond for some exciting poker action? Americas Cardroom is you the chance to win your way to Nottingham, England to compete in The Festival –…

Texas has some of the strictest laws against gambling in the United States, but that could all change. Senate Joint Resolution 17 will be considered by the legislation soon, and…

The World Series of Poker brand is popular among all types of poker fans – even the ones that don’t want to play for money. PlayWSOP is the WSOP free…

In 2022, we saw tremendous growth in the sports betting market, with several states launching mobile and retail sportsbooks. Of course, this has resulted in impressive financial results, as the…