2301 stories by Erik Gibbs
World Series of Poker Reveals Complete Lineup of Tournaments for 2023
As poker pros like Adrian Mateos and Isaac Haxton continue to burn up the tables at the PokerStars Caribbean Adventure, the World Series of Poker (WSOP) is right behind. Series organizers revealed Thursday this summer's complete schedule, which has been created with...
James Packer, Ex-Crown Resorts Boss, Wants in on Argentina’s Energy Business
James Packer "voluntarily" resigned from his involvement in Crown Resorts and Australia's gaming industry. But the casino operator's founder and former chairman isn't ready to exit the business world. His latest target is on the other side of the Pacific Ocean in...
International Betting Integrity Assn. Sees Uptick in Suspicious Bets in Europe
The International Betting Integrity Association (IBIA) has delivered an update on the suspicious betting activity it monitored last year. While the figure is low compared to the number of games played, there was an increase in alerts as it continues to grow...
Former Dutch Casino Owner to Pay $27M Penalty to Settle Illegal Online Casino Case
Stijn Flapper made millions in profit with Amsterdams Casino and Sheriff Gaming in the past, and the Dutch Public Prosecution Service (PPS) is happy to take his money. A court has ordered him and a few others to pay restitution for money...
Tom Brady Retires from the NFL, Won’t Be Leaving the Game
A year ago, Tom Brady announced that he was retiring from the NFL. It wasn't long before he recanted. But now, the long-time QB has retired again, much to the delight of some sports bettors. Brady won six Super Bowls with the...
Philippines National Police Want E-Sabong Officially Branded as Illegal Gambling
Cockfighting in the Philippines remains legal. But e-sabong, online betting on the fights, was removed last year. Former President Rodrigo Duterte implemented a ban on the practice just before leaving office, and the Philippine National Police (PNP) now want to make sure...
Peru Not Expecting Huge Gains From Gambling Market as Protests Continue
As the political situation in Peru remains somewhat unstable, the country’s gambling industry is going to feel a pinch. The latest data from the Minister of Foreign Trade and Tourism (Mincetur, for its Spanish acronym), Luis Fernando Helguero, indicated this week that...
Colombian Police Capture Thief Following Golden Jack Casino Heist
Thieves carried out an early morning robbery of the Golden Jack Casino in Casanare, Colombia, on Tuesday, but won’t get far. Police have already caught one of the crooks and know the identification of the second, which should make his capture easy....
XFL Makes its Return, Sports Bettors are Getting Ready
There are only two big events left in the current NFL season – the Pro Bowl and Super Bowl LVII. However, football fans – and bettors – can follow their favorite sport afterward, as the XFL is ready to stage a comeback....
Justin Bonomo Shows Off Poker Skills as Live Winnings Approach $60M Following PCA Title
Some people believe that poker is nothing more than a game of luck that requires no skill to succeed. Try telling that to Justin Bonomo, who now has almost $60 million in live tournament winnings since his first live cash 18 years...
