2301 stories by Erik Gibbs
Illegal Gambling Bust in Turkey Leads to 46 Arrest Warrants, Cryptocurrency Seizure
Turkish police are in the process of dismantling a major illegal gambling ring operating freely across the country. The operations might have ties to Halil Falyalı, a Cypriot casino operator who was murdered earlier this year. The Office of the Chief Public...
New Political Betting Lines Posted in UK Following PM Liz Truss’ Resignation
In what will go down as the shortest term for a prime minister in the UK, Liz Truss has confirmed she's calling it quits. The announcement didn't come as a surprise, but it means the political betting lines are seeing a flurry...
POGOs Could Cripple Philippines Inbound Tourism, According to Government Official
A government official in the Philippines is making the most out of a recent controversy over the Philippine Online Gaming Operator (POGO) segment. Sarah Lynne Ducanes believes POGOs are a threat to tourism, although she can’t provide any data to substantiate her...
Argentinian Casino Offers to Pay Tax Bill with Construction Equipment
A casino operator in Argentina has come up with a novel approach in trying to avoid a tax bill. It is offering to give the government construction equipment in lieu of money. In late September, Casinos de Misiones, a company with gaming...
Floyd Schofield, Undefeated Lightweight Champ, Defends Title at Fantasy Springs Casino
The UFC might be getting a lot of attention from fight fans, but boxing still reigns supreme in terms of combat sport popularity. A bout coming to California tonight between Floyd Schofield and Daniel Rosas could be a testament to boxing’s leading...
Arizona Cardinals Look To Break Losing Streak On ‘Thursday Night Football’
The Arizona Cardinals haven’t had a lot of luck at home lately, and hope to turn things around on “Thursday Night Football.” They start the NFL Week 7 lineup taking on the New Orleans Saints in a game that has both teams...
Scotland Wants University Students to Weigh In on Gambling Policies
Today's younger generations are the gamblers of tomorrow. To that end, Scotland wants to understand what university students think about the activity, as well as cryptocurrency. Fast Forward, a Scottish organization that promotes health and well-being for young people, needs input. It...
Entain Takes New $1B Loan to Fulfill Acquisition Goals
Global gaming empire Entain is in full acquisition mode, recently moving to acquire SuperSport Group and BetCity. It’s going to need some help to get across the finish line, though, and has sought significant capital to fulfill its goals. In order to...
Brazil Sees Sports Betting Legislation Moving Forward, Big Questions Remain
It's now abundantly clear that should Jair Bolsonaro beat Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva and continue as Brazil's president, gambling expansion across the country will be stifled. However, sports betting is moving forward, even if the incumbent isn't totally sold on the...
Leo Messi Weighs In on Who Could Win the World Cup
The FIFA World Cup in Qatar is close to hearing its initial whistle, now just barely a month away. The most anticipated event in global soccer is a huge draw for sports bettors, and Leo Messi has a line on who he...
