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P enn National Gaming announced on Tuesday that the Illinois Gaming Board  has approved the Company’s application to offer online sports wagering in Illinois.“We are extremely excited to launch our online Barstool Sportsbook in Illinois just as the college basketball regular season wraps up and bettors begin their preparations for March Madness,” said Jay Snowden, President and CEO of Penn National. “Dan ‘Big Cat’ Katz started Barstool Chicago in 2012 and has worked with Chief, Eddie, Carl, and ‘White Sox’ Dave to develop a tremendous following across the state by covering all things Windy City through daily blogs and social…

W ith the safety of vendors and attendees in mind, OIGA has moved its annual Conference and Trade Show to Aug. 16-18. Originally scheduled for late July, the decision was made to move the conference in order to give people more time to obtain COVID-19 vaccinations, reports today Pechanga.net “OIGA is dedicated, first and foremost, to the wellbeing, safety and prosperity of our members, vendors and attendees. While hosting a July event was possible, it is our feeling that by moving into August, we will provide a much safer event for everyone,” said OIGA Chairman Matthew L. Morgan. The 2021…

F YX Gaming, an esports infrastructure and technology provider specializing in the development of blockchain-based solutions, has entered into a partnership with esports betting operator Unikrn. The deal will see the two esports companies collaborate to deliver next-generation iGaming products and technology. Headlining the partnership is the inclusion of CryptoFights — a skill-based strategic fighting game and the flagship title for the FYX platform — on Unikrn Virtual, a proprietary gaming product offered by Unikrn that uses historical esports match data to power a non-stop stream of content coupled with live betting markets. Unikrn Virtual will utilize the in-game data created…

It now needs Gov. Kristi Noem’s signature before passing into law S outh Dakota lawmakers overwhelmingly approved sports betting legalization last week, and it now needs Gov. Kristi Noem’s signature before passing into law. The Senate had passed the bill 32-2 in February and the House followed, 58-8, last week. Legal sports wagers could possibly kick-off before the end of 2021. Under the bill, South Dakota bettors can wager in-person at casinos in the historic gaming city of Deadwood. Bettors will be able to wager through apps while physically within casino properties. South Dakota tribal casinos will also be able to open…

W illiam Hill said it expected its $3.6 billion acquisition by Caesars Entertainment to be completed on 1 April. Approved by William Hill shareholders in November, the deal was awaiting the green light from relevant US gambling authorities. William Hill has issued an update on the timetable and conditions regarding the takeover. The UK-based bookmaker said Wednesday that Caesars’ current expectation was that the remaining approvals would be obtained on or about 23 March. Subject to shareholder and regulatory approval, the bid was put forward by the US operator’s special unit of “Caesars UK Bidco” carrying the transaction on behalf of…

Whether you are looking to enjoy online roulette for free or played with real money, there are certain guidelines that you should keep in mind in order to maximize the rewards and save yourself valuable time. Here, we will explore various dimensions of the roulette experience, including the graphics, variations offered and basic gameplay, etc. Roulette may seem intimidating at first if you’re a novice player, though it’s one of the quickest games to get the hang of. There’s a reason why roulette has become a staple attraction at online and land-based casinos all over the world. Read on to…

Have you ever thought about exactly how the odds work in roulette? When you don’t know how roulette odds work, you’re not giving yourself the best chance to win. Fortunately, you can learn how roulette odds work and how to use them in just a few minutes. Everything you do when you play roulette uses odds. The odds tell you what the best bet options are and what you need to stop doing. The odds also show you why using roulette gambling systems is a costly mistake that you can’t afford to make. This article includes everything you need to…

Pick: JJ AldrichOdds: -155$100 Could Win You…$164.52 On March 13, the UFC is set to hold another exciting Fight Night card at the Apex Center in Las Vegas. The preliminary card is stacked with fighters looking to move up their respective divisions. Today, I’ll offer an in-depth Casey vs. Alrich betting pick and fight analysis. This is the final preliminary bout of the night and should be an exciting one. Cortney Casey and JJ Aldrich are both well-rounded action fighters. Before getting into this individual matchup, I’ll quickly explain how to find the best betting site for the entire UFC: Edwards vs.…

The 2020 edition of The Players Championship was a tournament to remember. Not because we got a thrilling finish or a particularly noteworthy individual performance, though. The 2020 TPC was notable because it was the last PGA Tour event to occur before the circuit shut down for about three months due to the pandemic. The tournament began last March as concerns began to spread, and it was eventually canceled after the first round. The Tour returned later in the summer with a tweaked schedule, culminating with the first-ever Masters tournament to be played in November. Here’s hoping the PGA’s 2021…

On Saturday, March 13th, the UFC returns to action with UFC Fight Night 187 also known as UFC Las Vegas 21. Before we dive into the main card action, we’ll be examining the seven fight preliminary card which begins at 5PM ET on ESPN+. This card has undergone several changes with fights being added or adjusted due to various issues. There’s a chance that at least one more fight could be added to the prelims at some point this week. UFC betting sites have released their odds for the entire UFC Fight Night 187 preliminary card. Let’s step inside the…

$100 Could Win You…$160.61 On Saturday, March 13th, Juan Francisco Estrada will battle Roman “Chocolatito” Gonzalez in a rematch that’s eight years in the making. This title unification fight will be the featured bout of a Matchroom Boxing event that takes place at the American Airlines Center in Dallas, Texas, live on DAZN. Let’s take a look at the latest odds for this super flyweight title unification bout and predict which fighter will get the big win. Eight Years In The Making: #RomanGonzalez–#JuanFranciscoEstrada II This Saturday https://t.co/dnjiQnECYA — East Side Boxing (@eastsideboxing) March 7, 2021 Estrada vs Gonzalez Betting Odds…

Horse racing is a sport that’s loved the world over, from the United States to the Middle East and Australia. Hop on a plane to most countries and they’re likely to have an interest in the industry. Of course, the United Kingdom is up there with the best of them because it has a colourful history dating back centuries. The States is also keen on big events, particularly the Kentucky Derby and Breeders’ Cup meetings. What happens next is inevitable – you want to know who’s better. While they don’t compare perfectly, it is possible to take a look at what both offer.…

Just when you think things can’t get any stranger, the Sands sells The Venetian and The Palazzo casino resorts, along with their Sands Expo Center! And in a year of pandemic challenges for the gambling industry, there is still good news and reason for hope. Hello friends, and thanks so much for joining me for another look at the gambling headlines making news. And hey, we’re not even halfway through the month of March and already this has been a year of change! From the pandemic to sports betting expansion to this week’s big story! The leader of the Las…

Heathcliff Farrugia allegedly communicated with Yorgen Fenech over rival casino operators F ormer Malta Gaming Authority (MGA) CEO Heathcliff Farrugia is facing criminal charges following an investigation into trading in influence with casino owner Yorgen Fenech.  Farrugia was charged back in January, Times of Malta reports. The investigation and court action against the former gaming regulator were kept under wraps as the facts of the case put Malta’s gaming industry in a bad light.  Farrugia resigned in October last year shortly after he was questioned by police over his communication with Fenech, who served as CEO of Tumas Gaming and the Portomaso…

G2E-specific safety plans, official regulations and further updates will be available there T he American Gaming Association (AGA) and Reed Exhibitions said Monday they are working towards hosting a hybrid, in-person and virtual, Global Gaming Expo (G2E) from October 4–7, 2021. Organizers said they will keep G2E community members on their ongoing planning efforts to convene the gaming industry safely this fall. As a first step in this process, G2E has added a health and safety page on the G2E website that contains Reed Exhibitions’ initial planning information for events and will be the foundation when developing G2E-specific guidelines. “This content…

C onstruction of Melco’s City of Dreams Mediterranean, Cyprus’ first integrated resort (IR) and the biggest in Europe, is “progressing smoothly,” with the IR being set to open in Limassol in Summer 2022. Upon completion, the IR will feature a sixteen-storey, five-star hotel with more than 500 luxury guest rooms and suites, approximately 10,000 square meters of MICE space, an outdoor amphitheater, a family adventure park, and a variety of fine-dining outlets and luxury retail. Its interior design will be based on Melco’s international luxury standards, specifically customised for the Cyprus IR, while the exterior design will feature distinct Mediterranean…