Online Gambling News in Sri Lanka - November 2024

Las Vegas: The Mecca of the Gambling World (part 1)

Las Vegas: The Mecca of the Gambling World (part 1)

Frederick H. May 15, 2015 02:52:25

A look into the past and present of the most revered city in the gambling world. Las Vegas is synonymous with the word “gambling.” Its 0% income tax makes it a haven for many wealthy people who are active in the Las Vegas scene that fully compliant with U.S gambling laws. Being one of the […]

The Ins and Outs of Match Fixing (part1)

The Ins and Outs of Match Fixing (part1)

Frederick H. May 14, 2015 10:00:06

Many sports can be rigged to make teams appear like they overcame large odds. It’s common for sports teams to “come out of nowhere” and dominate without anyone predicting their grandiosity. The year before the Seattle Seahawks won the Superbowl, they were barely an average team. In the National Hockey League, when the LA Kings […]

Could Casinos be the Solution to Alabama Budget Troubles?

Could Casinos be the Solution to Alabama Budget Troubles?

Vera T. May 14, 2015 09:31:11

Senate President Pro Tem Del Marsh’s proposal to bolster gambling in Alabama was heard on the 12th May. Hearings of Pro Tempore Senate President Del Marsh’s possible amendment to the constitution were held in Alabama a few days earlier. The reason for Marsh’s recommendation lies in the projection of budget problems for next year. It […]

“Fight of the Century” will generate at least USD 500 million in Revenue

“Fight of the Century” will generate at least USD 500 million in Revenue

Frederick H. May 14, 2015 08:13:40

“Fight of the Century” will generate at least USD 500 million in Revenue In U.S gambling news, HBO and Showtime reported that the welterweight unification bout between Floyd Mayweather Jr. and Manny Pacquiao will produce at least USD 500 million in revenue. The bout, billed as the “fight of the century”, was on May 2nd […]

Why Would Anyone Be A High Street Bookie?

Why Would Anyone Be A High Street Bookie?

Nich Moore May 14, 2015 07:26:14

Online gambling’s superiority over the high street bookmaker isn’t just limited to accessibility, variety and simplicity, but also includes health and safety Gambling has, rather lamentably, always attracted a quantity of crime. Everything from simple muggings up to, and including, the sort of convoluted caper that makes for an entertaining movie plot. However whilst it’s […]

Adam Silver’s Stance on Sports Betting (part2)

Adam Silver’s Stance on Sports Betting (part2)

Frederick H. May 14, 2015 06:44:13

More about Adam Silver and his realizations on legalized gambling. As the only sports commissioner in American professional sports to openly support legalized sports betting, NBA Commissioner Adam Silver sees himself more “pro-realist” than “pro-gambling.” But it seems as though his words are defining how others view him. Now anywhere he appears, people will refer […]

Has Sports Betting Gained too much Momentum to be Stopped? (Part 4)

Has Sports Betting Gained too much Momentum to be Stopped? (Part 4)

Frederick H. May 13, 2015 12:51:40

A comparison between gambling culture in Great Britain and the U.S The history of gambling in correlation to the US gambling laws has finally come to a crossroads where we may see the expansion of legalized sports betting. Sports betting is technically illegal in the U.S, but its enforcement is prejudicial at best. Every year […]

Has Sports Betting Gained too much Momentum to be Stopped? (Part 3)

Has Sports Betting Gained too much Momentum to be Stopped? (Part 3)

Frederick H. May 13, 2015 12:01:49

The lottery led America into the age of legalized gambling. The United States is on the precipice of legalizing gambling in professional sports. Finally officials are coming forward with thoughts that many have had for a long time. The billions waged by Americans are going the pockets of citizens, sports bookmakers and offshore sportsbooks, while […]

Is Brean Capital’s Bet On Casinos in Macau A Hoax?

Is Brean Capital’s Bet On Casinos in Macau A Hoax?

Phyllis F. May 13, 2015 08:48:42

Genting Singapore PLC has 52.6% in gaming stocks with a value of USD$8.8 billion on the Signapore Stcock Exchange. Brean Capital’s reputation is being marred by its bad bets on Macau stocks. Brean had invested $174 in Wynn, but didn’t come out a winner, as stocks fell to $132 and then to $114. Later, it […]

Who Wants To Bet Real Money That Atlantic City Will Ultimately Go Broke?

Who Wants To Bet Real Money That Atlantic City Will Ultimately Go Broke?

Phyllis F. May 13, 2015 05:14:29

Declaring Atlantic City bankrupt because of a massive budget deficit could have a butterfly effect. With four casinos closed, a $100 million gap in its budget and tax appeals by at least five casino properties, which is possible under US gambling laws, the odds of Atlantic City becoming bankrupt is pretty high. Also as if […]