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G ambling facilities in England were told earlier this month that they will be able to resume operations on 1 August, four months after they were closed as part of the coronavirus lockdown. But so far, their colleagues in other parts of the United Kingdom remain in the dark about when they can open again. The Betting and Gaming Council (BGC) made the plea, saying businesses need clarity after First Minister Nicola Sturgeon warned companies she may not be able to announce many more relaxations when lockdown restrictions are next reviewed on Thursday. A return to full-time schooling in August and the…

C hicago-based online casino and sports betting firm Rush Street Interactive (RSI) and dMY Technology Group, a publicly-traded special purpose acquisition company, announced Monday that they have entered into a definitive agreement pursuant to which RSI and dMY will combine. As a result of the transaction, RSI will become a publicly listed company on the New York Stock Exchange, and the combined company is anticipated to have an initial enterprise value of approximately $1.78 billion. Upon closing, dMY intends to change its name to Rush Street Interactive, Inc. and its NYSE trading symbol to “RSI.” Founded in 2012 by gaming…

I n an attempt to cut back on human-to-human interactions, a hazard in the age of COVID-19, hotel-casino operators in Las Vegas have accelerated their adoption of automated technology. “There’s no doubt in my mind that COVID-19 is a catalyst for change,” Applied Analysis economist Jeremy Aguero said. “(The pandemic has) required businesses that need to adapt to look at every point of human interaction and ask: Can it be automated?” Automation can strengthen business’ efforts to keep guests and staff safe, but industry watchers also say it will lead to major shake-ups in Southern Nevada’s workforce, the Las Vegas…

T he American Gaming Association (AGA) President and CEO Bill Miller has released a statement on bipartisan legislation Reps. Dina Titus (NV-01) and Guy Reschenthaler (PA-14) introduced last week to repeal the federal excise and head taxes: “The federal excise and head taxes levied on legal U.S. sportsbooks generate little meaningful revenue for the government. Instead, they place legitimate businesses at a significant competitive disadvantage against illicit gambling operations which skirt taxes and licensing fees. Though originally enacted in the 1950’s as a tool to curb illegal gambling, these antiquated federal taxes now give illegal operators a leg up,” the…

Numbers suggest that South Africa could feature a thriving online gambling market. The Rainbow Nation features nearly 58 million residents and the world’s 35th largest economy ($359 billion GDP). However, this country only allows one form of internet gambling—sports betting. It bans all other types of internet wagering, including poker and casino games, and threatens to prosecute violators. Despite these restrictive laws, many South Africans still play online casino games and poker. What’s the deal here!? You can find out more about this nation’s internet gambling laws below along with if it’s safe to place illegal bets. What Are South…

Over the last few months, Mike Tyson created quite the stir as he began posting videos online of his training sessions and looking physically great for a 54 year old. Those videos prompted speculations that Tyson could be looking to step back into the ring. The speculations then turned from “if” to “when” and who Tyson could be fighting. Names from Evander Holyfield to Tyson Fury were all mentioned. But, to the surprise of many, it was Roy Jones Jr. who was recently named as Tyson’s opponent for an upcoming exhibition match. This boxing bout will feature two legends of…

Colorado has become a state where sports betting operators are jockeying for position as they try to claim their piece of the large gaming revenue pie. With this maneuvering, Colorado has seen many new betting opportunities via gaming kiosks, sports books and more. Leading the charge are William Hill and PlayUp who are turning heads and creating buzz over their gaming possibilities. Brand New Kiosks Thanks to William Hill Part of the moves being made in the state include the launch of six kiosks from William Hill US in the Isle Casino Hotel and Lady Luck Casino, both in Black…

The NBA 2019-20 season is on the cusp of restarting and NBA betting sites have released win totals for all 22 teams invited to the “bubble” in Orlando, Florida. After examining the current lines, and each team’s eight game schedule, we’ve compiled a list of the best Over/Unders to wager on. Check out our picks and slam dunk your way to some winnings. New look at the socially distanced benches in the NBA bubble. pic.twitter.com/bpV0ix7cP2 — Bleacher Report NBA (@BR_NBA) July 23, 2020 NBA Win Totals Betting Odds The following NBA betting odds are courtesy of BetOnline: Team Over Under…

 July 27, 2020 A White House Task Force has issued a warning about Las Vegas Coronavirus cases, along with ten other major cities about which have seen a spike in COVID-19 cases. Dr. Deborah Birx, a leader on the Task Force, warned leaders at the state and local level that they should take “aggressive” steps to mitigate their outbreaks. That warning was delivered via a private phone call and comes less than a week after the Center for Public Integrity revealed that the White House compiled a detailed report showing 18 states were in the “red zone” for Coronavirus cases…

Teams Runline Moneyline Total Mets -1.5 (+140) -108 Over 10.5 (-105) Red Sox +1.5 (-160) -102 Under 10.5 (-115) The first weekend of the 2020 Major League Baseball season has come and gone. Monday’s schedule is a bit abbreviated, but we still have a few interesting games worth watching. One of those is an interleague matchup in Boston between the Red Sox and the New York Mets. Both teams went 1-2 over the weekend. The Mets dropped two of three games at home against the Atlanta Braves, while the Red Sox were beaten twice in three games by the lowly…

 July 27, 2020 The Congressional Gaming Caucus may sound boring, but it’s benefit on the gaming industry could be very significant. We speak with Casey Clark, Senior Vice President for Strategic Communications at the American Gaming Association, about the purpose and potential impact of the Caucus. The AGA congratulates co-chairs Rep. Bennie Thompson (MS-02) and Rep. Guy Reschenthaler (PA-14) for relaunching the Caucus for the 116th Congress. The caucus, comprised of a broad representation of more than 30 members of Congress from across the country, will serve as a platform to discuss federal policy issues related to the U.S. casino…

 July 26, 2020 In a horrific turn of events, tourists on the Vegas Strip watched as a homeless man leapt into the Bellagio fountains on Friday. Soon after, he was dead. Witnesses say the transient in his 40’s was interacting with tourists before he jumped into the fountain pool and began swimming toward the middle, where water depth can reach as much as 13 feet. The man then began struggling as one Las Vegas visitor jumped in to help and another called 9-1-1. Sadly, the rescuer was not able to reach the man, and police did not arrive in time.…

Most countries don’t have a big problem with their citizens gambling online. Even nations that have tougher laws on internet gambling, such as the United States, don’t often take legal action on the matter. China, on the other hand, does care deeply about what their residents do online—whether it’s gambling or just general browsing. In fact, they use the Great Firewall of China to prevent citizens from accessing non-government approved websites. Regardless of if you’re visiting or living in this country, you can’t just hop on Google and find what you’re looking for. You instead must use specific Chinese apps…

I was eight years old the first time I played a card game. My family huddled around our dining room table as my dad taught my siblings and me the basic rules of Hold’em and blackjack. I was hooked after two hands. Since then, I dreamt of gracing the capital of the gambling world— Las Vegas, Nevada. After cutting my teeth at my local tables, I knew I was going to finish our trip in the black… Spoiler alert— I didn’t. To make sure you don’t make the same mistakes I did, here are seven tips for navigating your first…

I can remember playing real money online slots for the first time in the late 1990s. I recall thinking at the time, “Slots can’t get any more advanced than this.” Up until then, I’d always played slot machines in land-based casinos. The thought of being able to play on my PC at home seemed so futuristic. Of course, I feel like a fool now when considering the major advances since then. Here are some interesting slots developments that have happened or are currently underway: Smartphone and tablet slots 3D graphics 4D graphics Skill-based slot machines Virtual reality slots Unique game…

Most craps players treat rolling the dice as a completely random occurrence. They may wear a lucky shirt or say their prayers beforehand, but they don’t do anything unique when rolling the dice. However, a small subset of players believe that they can actually control the random craps’ outcomes. They claim that by holding the dice in a certain way and rolling them with a smooth motion, they occasionally manipulate the results. Dubbed “controlled shooting,” this strategy promises long-term profits through craps. Unfortunately, controlled shooting (also known as dice control) is a complete lie. I’m going to discuss more on…