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According to a new global study by the Economist Intelligence Unit and TransUnion A new global study by The Economist Intelligence Unit and TransUnion has overwhelmingly found the key to whether or not companies go out of business hinges on providing consumers friction-right digital transactions. Nearly 85% of global executives surveyed as part of the study, and 83% in the case of the gambling & casino industry, said they believe smooth digital transactions are “essential to business survival” rather than merely a competitive edge. The report, “New Dimensions of Change: Building Trust in a Digital Consumer Landscape,”included responses from 1,610…

T he co-founders of FanDuel Nigel Eccles and Rob Jones have raised a $5 million Series A funding for their new company, Flick, which the founders said will be used to add features that include linking up with sports betting sites. The company was founded in 2018 by Eccles and Jones. Flick’s chat platform allows sports influencers to authentically engage with their fans during live games, The Herald Scotland reports. The app gives sports influencers a place to grow and foster a loyal and engaged fan-base within their own branded space. “Flick is the future of sports entertainment,” said Nigel Eccles,…

L imited Video Lottery’s strong performance in September helped offset an ongoing downturn at West Virginia casinos, Lottery Commissioners were advised Tuesday, when they also set minimum bid amounts and dates for the first two rounds of bids for 10-year Limited Video Lottery retail licenses.  The state lottery grossed $91.3 million last month, up slightly from $91.15 million in September 2019, the Charleston Gazette-Mail reports. Limited Video Lottery (LVL), available at 1,202 bars, clubs and fraternal organizations around the state, continued to keep lottery revenues on track in September, with gross revenue of $36.82 million, up 16.7% over September 2019…

A fter seven months of strict quarantine and the stabilization of the COVID-19 curve in Buenos Aires City, a reopening plan has been set in motion for some time which is progressively moving forward as some students are going back to school and shopping malls reopen their doors. Mayor Horacio Rodríguez Larreta’s comprehensive and progressive reopening plan includes hundreds of business activities but the gaming floors at the Hipódromo de Palermo racetrack and the riverboat casino in Puerto Madero remain closed with no plans for reopening coming soon. The reopening of gaming establishments has not been included in any of…

When I went to high school in the ‘80s, I had a two-hour bus ride each way. I went to an all-boys private school, but it was mostly middle-class families that attended. The two-hour ride would bring us through 10 cities and towns every day before we reached our destination. I was the first pick-up and last drop-off. As you can imagine, we had a lot of time on our hands, and as they say, idle hands are the devil’s workshop. One of the many things that we did that could have meant big trouble was gambling. A few friends…

Baccarat gives amateur gamblers one of the best opportunities to win. Its banker bet features just a 1.06% house edge. The only problem here, though, is that gamblers are still facing a house edge, no matter how small. They still need some luck to beat the casino. Unlike blackjack, baccarat doesn’t lend itself to advantage play. But can professional gamblers still beat baccarat just like in blackjack? Actually, baccarat does offer a couple of routes towards long-term profits. I’ll discuss these methods along with if they’re feasible for aspiring baccarat pros to pull off. How Can Baccarat Be Beaten? Real…

Seahawks reportedly interested in signing WR Antonio Brown once his suspension ends in Week 8 Ravens looking at adding ex-Cowboys WR Dez Bryant Ravens (+600), Seahawks (+750) both listed among odds-on favorites to win Super Bowl 55 According to NFL insiders, a couple of veteran wide receivers may soon be finding new homes. Adam Schefter of ESPN reported Wednesday that former Steelers, Raiders, and Patriots wideout Antonio Brown is drawing interest from the Seattle Seahawks. Brown’s NFL-mandated suspension is set to expire after Week 8. After that, he will reportedly be free to sign with any team that wants him.…

Current TNT analyst Stan Van Gundy has agreed to coach the New Orleans Pelicans on a four-year deal. Van Gundy’s representative, Brain Elfus, reached an agreement on the multi-year deal on Wednesday. Stan Van Gundy has agreed to a multi-year deal to become the new coach of the New Orleans Pelicans. The former Heat, Magic, and Pistons coach will lead the youth movement featuring Zion Williamson, Brandon Ingram, and Lonzo Ball. (via @wojespn, @_Andrew_Lopez) pic.twitter.com/XnvLzBYPj0 — ClutchPoints (@ClutchPointsApp) October 21, 2020 By accepting the job, Van Gundy becomes the 7th head coach in New Orleans franchise history. He replaces Alvin…

If you want to be the best blackjack player you can be, you need to learn how to use strategy and all of the things listed on this page. But even if you don’t want to take the time to learn how to use blackjack strategy yet, you can start improving your results at the blackjack table by using the 7 tips listed below. These 7 blackjack tips are going to help you lose less money when you play blackjack, which is often the same result as you get by winning more money. All but 1 of these tips is…

We’ve been reporting on the fluctuating casino revenue in Macau for years. Obviously, the gambling venues here have been struggling immensely this year. New reports have come out that show Macau’s casinos lost out on over $800 million during the third quarter of 2020. It’s a staggering loss for one of the world’s largest gambling destinations. Fortunately, many analysts predict that things will begin to improve here over the next few months. Today, we’ll look at what exactly led to this massive revenue drop. Let’s get into it! Officials in Macau Work Hard to Attract High Rollers For decades, Macau…

Casino players clubs are a great way to earn casino comps off the money your gambling. Who doesn’t love free stuff? These awards programs are one of the easiest ways to stretch your casino gambling bankroll. Here are the top five reasons you should sign up for a players card at your favorite casino and three reasons why you maybe shouldn’t. 1 – Why You Should: The VIP Experience Casino hosts exist to keep their players happy. These casino hosts dedicate a large percentage of their time to high rollers. However, they serve at the pleasure of all players club…

On Sunday, October 25th, WWE will be live from the ThunderDome for the 12th edition of the Hell in a Cell (HIAC) PPV beginning at 6PM ET with a kickoff show. The PPV will begin at 7PM ET. This year, there will be three different world title matches all contested inside the Hell in a Cell. As of this writing, only four matches have been officially confirmed. WWE betting sites have released odds on these confirmed matches. Let’s walk down that aisle, step into the squared circle, and DDT these predictions. Singles Match: Jeff Hardy vs Elias Jeff Hardy (+100)…

The NBA’s 2020 champions have just been crowned and there is no definite date yet as to when the 2021 season will start. However, that has not prevented the sportsbooks from putting up the betting lines for the 2021 season. The odds to win the 2021 NBA title went up even before the Los Angeles Lakers made official their 17th NBA title. We know that the Lakers are the early betting favorites to repeat as champions while their L.A. rival Clippers are right behind them in the odds boards. Next to go live are the odds to win the 2021…

$100 Could Win You…$220.00 Teams Spread Money Lines Totals Rays +1.5 (-170) +120 Over 8 (-115) Dodgers -1.5 (+150) -130 Under 8 (-105) The Dodgers took care of business in Game 1 with an 8-3 triumph over the Rays. Clayton Kershaw was his usual stellar self, striking out eight while allowing just a solo home run across six innings of work. The offense came through, with homers out of Mookie Betts and Cody Bellinger along with contributions from the supporting cast. Everything went according to plan for Dave Roberts and co. in Game 1. What does Game 2 have in…

The company warns of unpredictable results in sports being played behind closed doors W illiam Hill said Wednesday that betting income is gradually returning to pre-Covid levels but it expects core earnings hit by further local lockdowns triggered by a new coronavirus, as well as a string of unpredictable results in sports being played behind closed doors. The bookmaker, which is the subject of a 2.9 billion pound takeover by Caesars Entertainment, reported third-quarter revenues that were 9% lower than the same period last year, with growth in the United States cushioning the decline. The result was a significant improvement…

M acau casino operators are expected to post a combined loss of nearly US$823 million in earnings before interest, tax, depreciation and amortization (Ebitda) for the quarter ended September 30, according to a Bloomberg survey of analyst estimates. Each of the six operators, which start reporting earnings in the coming weeks, will likely show negative quarterly Ebitda, according to the survey of seven brokerages. SJM Holdings and MGM China Holdings are expected to report the biggest percentage changes from a year earlier. Macau’s casino industry has seen gaming revenue plunge by no less than 90% for six straight months as…