Gambling
According to three online gambling surveys conducted by the University of Massachusetts Amherst, monthly gamblers in Massachusetts reported an increase in problem gambling. Problem Gambling in Massachusetts climbed from 12.7% in 2014 to 25.6% in 2023, according to the surveys The online surveys – conducted in 2014, 2022 and 2023 – provided the Social and […]
Paragon Casino Resort and Hotel in Marksville, Louisiana, brought spooky fun to guests last weekend with its annual Monster Ball, the largest Halloween party in the region. Popular band Bag of Donuts played live music at Paragon Casino Resort and Hotel’s annual Monster Ball “Coming live action out here at the Paragon Casino in Marksville, […]
Three daily fantasy sports (DFS) platforms in Massachusetts are facing a lawsuit for offering and accepting illegal sports bets: PrizePicks, Underdog Fantasy, and Yahoo Fantasy Sports. PrizePicks, Underdog Fantasy, and Yahoo Fantasy Sports allegedly offered and took illegal sports bets According to the 33-page suit, filed in the Massachusetts Superior Court, the operators generate more […]
Caesars New Orleans allocated $435 million in renovations to revamp its casino-hotel, and new additions were unveiled last week. The multi-million-dollar transformation includes new rooms, a modern gaming floor, and new restaurants and bars, including Emeril’s Brasserie, Nobu, and the Octavia Bar. Caesars New Orleans Casino & Hotel brought in celebrity chefs like Bobby Flay, […]
The Missouri campaign opposing a sports betting constitutional amendment on the November ballot canceled more than $1 million in television ads Thursday. This news came just as the group supporting the proposal launched new ads featuring former St. Louis Cardinals shortstop Ozzie Smith. Missourians Against the Deceptive Online Gambling Amendment had nearly $4 million worth […]
Five U.S. sportsbooks on Friday said they would not be offering under prop bets on NBA players who are on two-way or 10-day contracts. This decision was made in efforts to curb attempts at manipulation. Sportsbooks BetMGM, Caesars, DraftKings, ESPN BET, and FanDuel cut under bets for NBA players on two-way, 10-day deals BetMGM, Caesars, […]
Diamond Sports Group and FanDuel, North America’s premier online gaming company, announced Friday an agreement on a broad, long-term commercial partnership. Financial details of the agreement were not disclosed. Diamond Sports Group networks will officially be renamed under the FanDuel Sports Network brand The commercial partnership includes four key points: • Exclusive rights to name […]
This weekend’s UFC Vegas 99 promises an electrifying night of fights, headlined by a pivotal middleweight clash between Michel Pereira and Alexander Hernandez. Both fighters are riding impressive momentum, with a combined 13-fight winning streak and a staggering 29 finishes between them. Pereira, known for his acrobatic striking and explosive finishes, has transitioned smoothly into […]
An Arkansas gambler at Saracen Casino Resort in Pine Bluff shattered the record for any jackpot that had previously been won in the Razorback State. Arkansas gambler hits platinum $924,562 jackpot while playing IGT’s Whitney Houston-branded slot machine Casino officials announced Tuesday that a guest from Hot Springs won the platinum $924,562 jackpot while playing […]
A pre-filed bill for the 2025 Alabama legislative session would increase penalties for running or owning an illegal gambling operation. Rep. Matthew Hammett (R-Dozier) is one of many lawmakers wanting to crack down on illegal gambling. Current penalty for running or owning an illegal gambling operation in Alabama is a Class A misdemeanor In Covington […]
