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Maryland iGaming Sees Signs of Public Support, Union Opposition
Battle lines are being drawn over the prospect of bringing internet casinos to Maryland. After an iGaming bill failed to advance earlier this year, expectations are rising that the issue could again find itself on the agenda when the state legislature reconvenes...
Los Angeles Dodgers, Toronto Blue Jays Favorites to Add Shohei Ohtani
Two-time MLB MVP Shohei Ohtani is currently a free agent, and the Los Angeles Dodgers (-175 odds) and Toronto Blue Jays (+160) are the betting favorites to add the most coveted player on the open market. Whichever team lands, Ohtani will see...
Casino Crime Roundup: Fentanyl Arrest at Wisconsin Casino
A 41-year-old man is facing two narcotics charges involving heroin and fentanyl. The fentanyl incident took place at a tribal gaming property in Wisconsin. The defendant, Charles A. Parham, known as both “Red” and “Cuzzo,” was indicted last week following the illegal...
San Francisco 49ers QB Brock Purdy Emerges as MVP Betting Favorite
San Francisco 49ers quarterback Brock Purdy is the new betting favorite to win the NFL MVP at +300 odds, according to a recent update by DraftKings. The 49ers crushed the defending NFC champion Philadelphia Eagles in Week 13, and Purdy leapfrogged to...
Imperial Pacific Int’l Wants to Take Its Casino Fight to the US Supreme Court
The future of Imperial Pacific International (IPI) in Saipan remains unclear, as it still owes millions of dollars for its Imperial Palace casino license. As the threat of losing its casino exclusivity looms -- and despite the casino being shuttered for three...
Online Sports Betting Now Open to All in Florida
On Tuesday, the Seminole Tribe’s mobile sportsbook began accepting wagers from anyone in Florida. That came ahead of the rollout of in-person sports betting and additional games at its casinos later this week. The move is a sign of optimism on the...
Philippines Illegal Gambling, e-Sabong Websites Become Take-Down Targets
Authorities in the Philippines are intensifying efforts to dismantle illegal gambling and e-sabong (online betting on cockfights) websites. With a surge in online gambling platforms, these sites are prime targets for authorities. But their numbers show the difficult task that lies ahead....
Jacksonville Jaguars Quarterback Trevor Lawrence Exits OT Loss with Injury
Jacksonville Jaguars quarterback Trevor Lawrence hobbled off the field with a right ankle injury during an overtime loss against the Cincinnati Bengals on Monday Night Football. Backup quarterback C.J. Beathard finished the game for the Jaguars. But the Bengals prevailed, 34-31, in...
France Considers Giving Entire iGaming Market to FDJ
In his Gaming & Co newsletter on Substack a few days ago, long-time gaming industry journalist Jake Pollard said that gaming operator Française des Jeux (FDJ) could be given the entire online casino market. Insiders informed Gaming & Co that discussions are...
Greek Hip-Hop Artist Used Gambling to Launder Funds From ATM Thefts
Authorities in Greece have taken trap musician Don Leon and two other suspects into custody in connection with a series of ATM robberies. The trio now faces a long list of charges, including laundering the money through area casinos. The Greek City...
