Gambling and Sports Betting News March 30, 2020: Asia Casinos Predict Up to 80% Visitor Drop First Half of 2020

Here are today's headlines in the world of gambling and sports betting as they happen - Monday March 30, 2020.

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CEOs to Share Post-COVID-19 Vision at Industry’s Biggest Online Conference

CEOs to Share Post-COVID-19 Vision at Industry’s Biggest Online Conference

SBC Events is launching the SBC Digital Summit - the biggest ever online conference in the betting & gaming industry as it comes to terms with the deep impact of the coronavirus pandemic.

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William Hill Lays Off Half Its Workforce

William Hill Lays Off Half Its Workforce

William Hill has laid off more than half of its 1000 plus US workforce in the midst of the coronavirus pandemic.  The changes are intended to be temporary with Hill expecting to bring back most of the employees once sports resume.

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Gambling and Sports Betting News March 24, 2020: Sports Betting Expansion in US on Hold

Here are today's headlines in the world of gambling and sports betting as they happen - Tuesday March 24, 2020.

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Gambling and Sports Betting News March 23, 2020: Bet365 Sets Up Multi-Million Package for Employees

Here are today's headlines in the world of gambling and sports betting as they happen - Monday March 23, 2020.

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BetOnline Coronavirus Bonus Adds 20 Percent to Current Balance

BetOnline is offering a generous bonus during the current coronavirus pandemic.

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Las Vegas Mayor and Nevada Governor Spar Over Casino Closures Amid Coronavirus Outbreak

Las Vegas Mayor and Nevada Governor Spar Over Casino Closures Amid Coronavirus Outbreak

While Nevada’s governor joined other U.S. officials invoking extraordinary measures to reduce the spread of the coronavirus, the mayor of Las Vegas is pushing back against a shutdown of the casinos that power the city and the state economy.

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Online Casinos Hit the Jackpot During the Coronavirus Pandemic

Online Casinos Hit the Jackpot During the Coronavirus Pandemic

Sure sports will return in a few weeks and folks will be placing bets once again.  In fact, assuming the coronavirus pandemic gets under control, this summer could see some of the most sports betting volume in years.  For now, it's all about the online casinos.

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Seminole Casinos in Florida to Close Today

Seminole Casinos in Florida to Close Today

With a primary focus on the health and safety of guests, team members and the public, the Seminole Tribe of Florida and Seminole Gaming have voluntarily decided to temporarily close all Seminole and Hard Rock Casinos throughout Florida today.

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Bitcoin Bright Spot in Midst of Coronavirus Pandemic

Bitcoin Bright Spot in Midst of Coronavirus Pandemic

When the Stock Market started crashing a few weeks ago, cryptocurrencies followed the same downward spiral.  Suddenly on Wednesday Bitcoin and other digital currencies suddenly began to rebound.  That trend continued through Thursday.  In fact, Bitcoin was up a whopping 16.1% reaching a high of $6441.

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What Are You Waiting For?

Thinking about launching an online sportsbook, but not sure when is the best time? There’s no best time to launch a bookie, now is a better time than ever to start pursuing your dream.

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Some Good News as Bitcoin Appears to be Bouncing Back

Some Good News as Bitcoin Appears to be Bouncing Back

Following a steep decline in the price of Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies over the past two weeks, the price of Bitcoin was up more than 8% Thursday and creeping back towards the $6000 mark.

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Sports Bettors Are Now Gambling on Stock Odds

Sports Bettors Are Now Gambling on Stock Odds

With no sports to bet on, gamblers are turning their attention to the stock market.

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Vegas Strip Shutting Down Amidst Coronavirus Chaos

Vegas Strip Shutting Down Amidst Coronavirus Chaos

The Las Vegas Strip is starting to close down and thousands of students will stay home from school in Nevada as officials respond to the new coronavirus.

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Online Sportsbook Turning March Sadness Into Casino Madness

Articles are being written up on how the current coronavirus is actually helping to boost the online casino industry.  The theory goes, folks are stuck at home with nothing to do and brick and mortar casinos are probably the last place anyone wants to go at this point, assuming they are open. 

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Bitcoin Gambling News March 12, 2020: Massive Dump Sees 2020 Gains Wiped Out

Below you will find all the latest news pertaining to Bitcoin and the world of online gambling for Thursday March 12, 2020. 

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Gambling and Sports Betting News March 12, 2020: Draftkings, Caesars Latest to Pull NBA Futures

Here are today's headlines in the world of gambling and sports betting as they happen - Thursday March 12, 2020.

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Bitcoin Gambling News March 11, 2020: The 35 Most Influential Bitcoiners Dominating Crypto Twitter by Follower Count

The 35 Most Influential Bitcoiners Dominating Crypto Twitter by Follower Count

Gambling911.com cryptocurrency service provider partner Bitcoin.com has released its 35 Most Influential Bitcoiners Dominating Crypto Twitter by Follower Count.

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CasinoBeats Malta & Betting on Sport America - New Dates in Wake of Coronavirus

CasinoBeats Malta has moved from its original March date to 22-24 June 2020 as has Betting on Sports America, which switched from its original April date to 1-3 December 2020.

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You Can Now Buy State Issued Lottery Tickets Directly for Bitcoin Cash

You Can Now Buy State Issued Lottery Tickets Directly for Bitcoin Cash

Roger Ver, for whom Fortune Magazine has referred to as the co-creator of Bitcoin Cash, posted the news that you can now buy state issued lottery tickets directly for Bitcoin Cash.

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There Go the Vegas Buffets: Thanks Coronavirus!

There Go the Vegas Buffets: Thanks Coronavirus!

We knew it wouldn't be long until the dreaded Coronavirus began to take its toll on those world famous Las Vegas buffets. 

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Maryland Close to Allowing Sports Betting

Maryland Close to Allowing Sports Betting

The state of Maryland is inching closer to allowing licensed sports betting, including statewide mobile.  Currently residents can only wager at a select number of online sportsbooks licensed in other jurisdictions.  Many of these companies do not accept bets from Maryland residents due to prior law enforcement actions that originated from the state.

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Nektan Online Casino Comparison Sites for 2020

Online Casino Comparison Sites for 2020

Google "Online Casino Comparisons" and you are bound to find hundreds of results.  Keep in mind that many of these pages are outdated.  This post is brought to you by Nektan casino comparison site Nektan.Casino with all major Nektan casinos listed.

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Betting on Sports America 2020 Postponed Until December

Betting on Sports America 2020 Postponed Until December

The Coronavirus has taken another victim in the world of business as Betting on Sports America has decided to postpone its April event in the Meadowlands until December.

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Coronavirus Casino News March 10, 2020: Snaitech Retail Shops in Italy Shuttered

Coronavirus Casino News March 10, 2020: Snaitech Retail Shops in Italy Shuttered

Here is the latest news concerning Coronavirus and the impact on casinos worldwide - Tuesday March 10, 2020.

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Sports Betting Launches in Illinois

Sports Betting Launches in Illinois

The Rivers Casino sportsbook opened today in Des Plaines, Illinois with Blackhawks announcer Eddie Olczyk laying down $100 on his hometown White Sox to win the American League pennant at 16-to-1 odds.

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Bitcoin Gambling News March 9, 2020: What Caused Bitcoin Sharp Price Drop?

Bitcoin Gambling News March 9, 2020: What Caused Bitcoin Sharp Price Drop?

Below you will find all the latest news pertaining to Bitcoin and the world of online gambling.

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Coronavirus Casino News March 9, 2020: Wall Street Betting on Two Vegas Casinos During Crisis

Wall Street Betting on Two Vegas Casinos During Crisis

Wall Street banks aren’t letting the spread of the coronavirus in the U.S. get in the way of a planned $2 billion property bond financing for the MGM Grand and Mandalay Bay casino and hotel properties in Las Vegas.

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Gambling and Sports Betting News March 9, 2020: Illinois Sports Betting Kicks Off Today

Gambling and Sports Betting News March 9, 2020: Illinois Sports Betting Kicks Off Today

The Rivers Casino in Des Plaines has received initial approval to offer sports betting in the state of Illinois starting today March 9, 2020 just in time for March Madness.  The Tournament tips off March 17.

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How Good is Americas Bookie: Players Speak

How Good is Americas Bookie: Players Speak

"Underrated", "impressive", "outstanding", these are just some of the things being said about Americas Bookie.

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