Joseph Watkins

Betting

Increased rugby interest encourages rugby betting

By Joseph Watkins July 12, 2024

In the past five years, there has been an unprecedented surge in the popularity of rugby and the wagering opportunities that are associated with it, which has also led to an exorbitant escalation in rugby wagering.  Interestingly, the available data indicate that the scale of rugby wagering activities has doubled in the past five years. […]Continue Reading

Betting

DraftKings is looking to offload Vegas Sports Network

By Joseph Watkins July 5, 2024

DraftKings acquired Vegas Sports Information Network, also known as VSiN, back in March 2021 for $70 million. According to reports that have surfaced, the company is looking to offload the sports betting radio network to a potential buyer. One of the most anticipated buyers is Brent Musburger, the founder of VSiN. Neither side has officially […]Continue Reading

Betting

Nevada sports betting revenue hurt by in-person registration

By Joseph Watkins July 3, 2024

The Supreme Court’s decision regarding in-person registration requirements appears to be causing Nevada to lose ground in the sports wagering sector, as well as in the significant recurring revenue collection.  After the Supreme Court’s 2018 decision on PASPA or Professional and Amateur Sports Protection Act, it was generally anticipated that Nevada will Continue Reading

Poker

World Series of Poker to resurrect its WSOP Circuit (WSOP-C)

By Joseph Watkins July 2, 2024

The World Series of Poker’s WSOP Circuit (WSOP-C) will be rerun, with 18 new locations added both locally and internationally through the end of 2024. This will be the 20th glorious season for the poker games and is officially slated for the 19th of July onwards. The venue is the Choctaw Casino Resort in Durant, […]Continue Reading

Betting

Top states leading in sports betting wagers in the US

By Joseph Watkins July 1, 2024

Reflecting a high level of engagement, 67.8 million adults in the United States actively participated in making bets on this year’s most awaited Super Bowl. It represents more than a quarter of the adult population and has increased by 35% compared to the previous year. The increase in participation shows the fast-growing popularity of sports […]Continue Reading

Poker

MGM and Playtech are set to introduce live casino games

By Joseph Watkins June 28, 2024

Through a cooperative effort between MGM Resorts and Playtech, live casino games related to the Las Vegas Strip will be made available to international iGaming operators. This will be the case in all legalized jurisdictions beyond the United States.  Users will experience a similar experience as they would if they were playing in brick and […]Continue Reading

Poker

Brock Wilson wins first major title and $571,000 summer cash

By Joseph Watkins June 27, 2024

Brock Wilson achieves his first champions title and a winning sum of $571,000, breaking his own record. This pertains to the WPT Alpha8 Trifecta competition, which has a $25,000 buy-in. Wynn Las Vegas served as the event’s venue. Wilson has been almost successful in obtaining the winner’s title on numerous occasions, but he has never […]Continue Reading

Gaming

Bally’s Corporation links up with ROGA to further RG execution

By Joseph Watkins June 27, 2024

Bally’s Corporation has connected with the Responsible Online Gaming Association (ROGA) to take forward matters related to responsible gaming via its contributions. Factors will pertain to caring for the interests of gamers and adopting better preventive measures so that players do not go astray.  Through the link-up with ROGA, Bally’s will also have the opportunity Continue Reading

Betting

MGM Resorts’ affiliate LeoVegas Group acquires Tipico’s US sportsbook

By Joseph Watkins June 25, 2024

LeoVegas Group, subsidiary of MGM Resorts, has entered into an agreement to acquire Tipico’s US sportsbook.  According to LeoVegas, the takeover is second in line among the company’s previous takeovers, such as Push Gaming, a game creator last year. The takeover will give LeoVegas the option of running an established sportsbook in every global market. […]Continue Reading

Poker

Haidary clinches first WSOP gold in $5k Vegas event

By Joseph Watkins June 24, 2024

On June 23rd, Mostafa Haidary, an Australian professional poker player, finally got his first World Series of Poker title in Event 52, Las Vegas. Not only did he triumph in winning the gold bracelet but also a cheque of $656,747. This win has boosted his overall earnings to nearly $1M. It was a no-limit hold […]Continue Reading

Casino

MGM Resorts and Playtech to provide exclusive live casino content

By Joseph Watkins June 21, 2024

MGM establishes a cooperative agreement with Playtech to provide operators in the iGaming industry with fresh and innovative live casino content. Branded as “MGM Live,” the live casino content will be licensable in regulated countries across the globe, excluding the US. MGM Resorts’ two Las Vegas locations, MGM Grand and Bellagio Resort & Casino, will Continue Reading

Gaming

Olympia Gaming’s Nevada operations hit by cyber attack

By Joseph Watkins June 20, 2024

The specifics were still unclear as of Wednesday evening; however, Olympia Gaming, the operator of Casino Fandango in Carson City and Legends Bay Casino in Sparks, has been verified to have been the victim of a cyberattack. Casino Fandango offers more than 700 slot machines, 10 table games, a high-limit room, and a sportsbook. Legends […]Continue Reading

Casino

FTC wants MGM resorts to answer the 2023 cyberattack probe

By Joseph Watkins June 19, 2024

The Federal Trade Commission has petitioned the court to compel MGM Resorts to disclose its account of the 2023 cyberattack that occurred on its premises. The FTC is enlisting the assistance of the US District Court in Nevada to request an investigation into the matter. In the meantime, MGM Resorts is maintaining a stoic silence […]Continue Reading

Poker

Daniel Maor crowned the winner of BetMGM Poker Championship

By Joseph Watkins June 18, 2024

The BetMGM Poker Championship at Las Vegas ARIA Resort & Casino was won by Daniel Maor, who defeated 1,141 other poker players in a fierce competition. The participants included both fresh faces and seasoned ones.  The ARIA Resort & Casino in Las Vegas served as the venue for the event. The PokerGo Studio at ARIA […]Continue Reading

Sports

Ole Miss favored big in Egg Bowl Showdown vs MS State

By Joseph Watkins June 17, 2024

As the new season of college football games approaches, fans are displaying signs of early enthusiasm to watch the Egg Bowl game between Ole Miss and Mississippi State. However, there are still several months until the next one, but people are already looking forward to this match. To be precise, even in the world of […]Continue Reading

Betting

WNBA insights: Phoenix Mercury vs Las Vegas Aces at Footprint Center

By Joseph Watkins June 14, 2024

Phoenix Mercury and Las Vegas Aces brought entertainment to the backyard of the Mercury. Suffice it to say, it was for the visitors as they took home a sweet victory. The final tally stood at 103-99 in favor of Las Vegas despite suffering a setback in the opening quarter. In fact, the tally was nearly […]Continue Reading

Betting

Picks and predictions ahead of College World Series 2024

By Joseph Watkins June 13, 2024

The 2024 College World Series begins on June 14 and concludes on June 24. The baseball event will be hosted by Charles Schwab Field Omaha. Eight teams that made it through to the selection process on May 27, 2024, will now lock horns for the final title. Of all the teams participating in the tournament, […]Continue Reading

Gaming

High-end gaming is dominating the Las Vegas market

By Joseph Watkins June 11, 2024

Executives from the Las Vegas Strip have stated that high-end gaming is still outpacing lower-tier gaming, and that this disparity could grow even further for certain operators.  This was addressed in a note to investors by Carlo Santarelli, an analyst at Deutsche Bank, following his meetings with C-level management in Las Vegas last week. Nevertheless, […]Continue Reading

Betting

Betting is the most vulnerable aspect of the US sporting scenario

By Joseph Watkins June 10, 2024

The US sports environment is gradually becoming a significant source of pain due to the increasing prevalence of wagering in sporting activities, which leads to numerous unfortunate situations. Recently, authorities charged Ippei Mizuhara, an interpreter for Japanese baseball favorite Shohei Ohtani, with evading tax payments and embezzling $17 million from the Los Angeles Continue Reading

Sports

Celtics make Mavericks bite the dust and upsets betting outcome

By Joseph Watkins June 7, 2024

Wagers, amounting to a staggering 68%, favored the Dallas Mavericks, but the apple cart tilted over, with the Boston Celtics finishing the game with a 107-89 winning score. Incidentally, ever since 2005, this percentage has been as big as it gets in terms of an NBA Final Game 1.  It would not be an exaggeration […]Continue Reading

Betting

Arizona giving Nevada a run for its money in sports wagering

By Joseph Watkins June 7, 2024

If all keeps going as it is, it will not be long before Arizona overtakes Nevada in certified sports wagering in the US. In March, Arizona came up with $760 million, just a little short of Nevada with $784 million. What proves Arizona is on an upward climb is that the state’s sports wagering results […]Continue Reading

Sports

Infielder Tucupita Marcano faces a lifetime ban on baseball

By Joseph Watkins June 5, 2024

The San Diego Padres infielder Tucupita Marcano, is now up against a lifetime ban from playing professional baseball, ordered by Major League Baseball. There were four more players involved who received suspension orders for one year.  According to MLB, Marcano placed 38 baseball wagers, totaling a whopping $150,000, via an authorized sportsbook. This makes him […]Continue Reading

Betting

WNBA preview: Dallas Wings vs Las Vegas Aces – June 05, 2024

By Joseph Watkins June 5, 2024

The Dallas Wings and the Las Vegas Aces will lock horns on June 5, 2024, for a WNBA event at 8 p.m. ET. The Wings are more likely to take home the victory. They had previously gone 3-4-0 against the spread in the current season. In the last six instances, the Aces have covered the […]Continue Reading

Gambling

US online gambling to hit $23.33 billion in 2024

By Joseph Watkins May 31, 2024

The market for online gambling in the United States is projected to continue its growth with projected revenues of $23.03 Billion by 2024 with an annual growth rate of 8.86%, projected to touch $35.21 Billion by 2029. This expansion can be attributed mainly to online sports betting, which is expected to post a revenue of […]Continue Reading

Gaming

Nevada’s April gaming record boosts summer outlook

By Joseph Watkins May 30, 2024

The recent statement of the Nevada Gaming Control Board on a staggering $1.24 billion in gaming revenue during April has provided a sense of hope for Las Vegas, especially high-roller casinos, as they anticipate the summer season. This increase of 7% compared to last year shows that the industry continues to grow due to increased […]Continue Reading

Betting

Caesars launches 3 new sportsbooks in New Mexico

By Joseph Watkins May 29, 2024

One of the leading international gambling businesses, Caesars Entertainment, has recently announced its intention to expand its operations in the New Mexico state by partnering with Laguna Development Corporation (LDC). This partnership will lead to the establishment of three new physical sportsbooks in Route 66 Casino Hotel, Casino Xpress, and Dancing Eagle Casino.  Continue Reading

Sports

WNBA Preview: Minnesota Lynx vs Las Vegas Aces for May 29, 2024

By Joseph Watkins May 28, 2024

The Minnesota Lynx and Las Vegas Aces will lock horns in the next event of the WNBA. Lynx are more likely to secure the victory due to their increased confidence in comparison to their forthcoming opponents. Las Vegas also stands a chance, provided their defense takes the hit while helping the frontline throw some decent […]Continue Reading

Betting

Circa Sports expands reach, launches a mobile app in Kentucky

By Joseph Watkins May 27, 2024

Circa Sports, a prominent sports betting firm based in Las Vegas known for developing robust sports betting applications, has recently expanded its reach in Kentucky by launching a mobile sports betting application. A licensing agreement with the Corbin, Kentucky-based harness track Cumberland Run allowed for this strategic move. With this new development, Kentucky becomes Continue Reading

Betting

NGCB bans sports betting ticket resellers

By Joseph Watkins May 24, 2024

Over two years after officials in Nevada ordered PropSwap to shut down, the state’s Gaming Control Board rejected plans for a sports-bet resale exchange. The lawsuit against PropSwap in the state district court has resulted in its surrender, and the Nevada Supreme Court is now handling the appeal. The company’s suggested rules were based on […]Continue Reading

Sports

Raiders see low odds at Caesars, Station for 2024 season

By Joseph Watkins May 21, 2024

The NFL 2024 season is fast approaching, and one of the teams that is falling too low is the Las Vegas Raiders, according to sportsbooks such as Station and Caesars. They are a fan favorite and have been in the league for a while now, but they only have a 40% chance of winning their […]Continue Reading