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Posted on: November 14, 2024, 07:43h. Last updated on: November 14, 2024, 10:19h. A new crypto sportsbook and casino, BetHog, has launched publicly in limited regions, the company announced this week. Nigel Eccles (left) and Rob Jones, pictured above. The duo launched BetHog. (Image: BetHog) The launch comes as Bitcoin hit record highs of over $90K this week (trading at $91,205.99 as of Thursday morning) following the election of Donald Trump as the 47th US president. Some analysts predict the price of Bitcoin could surpass $100K by the end of the month, fueled by speculation the Trump administration will lessen…
The Macau Special Administrative Region (SAR) Government has unveiled a promising budget forecast for the year 2025, projecting a significant increase in gross gaming revenues (GGR). The budget, the final one to be delivered by Chief Executive Ho Iat Seng, anticipates GGR to hit MOP$240 billion (US$29.9 billion), marking a monthly average of MOP$20 billion (US$2.5 billion). This projection was announced ahead of a detailed briefing to the Legislative Assembly scheduled for next week. A sustained recovery in tourism and gaming:The optimistic forecast is supported by the anticipated continued recovery of Macau’s integrated tourism and leisure industry, which has seen a resurgence in visitor numbers. “The recovery of…
Toronto Argonauts quarterback Nick Arbuckle (4) passes the ball against the Montreal Alouettes during the fourth quarter at Percival-Molson Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: David Kirouac-Imagn Images All eyes are on quarterback Nick Arbuckle when the Toronto Argonauts face the Winnipeg Blue Bombers in the 111th Grey Cup at B.C. Place Stadium in Vancouver on Sunday. Arbuckle is unexpectedly under center on the CFL’s grandest stage after the league’s 2023 Most Outstanding Player Chad Kelly sustained fractures to the fibula and tibia in the Argonauts’ 30-28 victory over the Montreal Alouettes in the East Division final. Arbuckle made one start in…
Jamie Griffith’s tips for Saturday night’s huge heavyweight clash at Madison Square Garden include a win for the champion inside the distance. Jon Jones and Stipe Miocic collide at New York’s iconic Madison Square Garden this weekend in the main event of UFC 309. The clash will see Jones, dubbed by many as the greatest fighter of all time, face off against the man considered the best heavyweight ever, and there are few who could argue against those tags. The co-main event sees a highly anticipated rematch between Charles Oliveira and Michael Chandler, while there are potential breakout moments for…
The Philippine gaming industry, inclusive of its diverse non-casino operations, has reached unprecedented heights with gross gaming revenue (GGR) soaring to PHP94.61 billion (US$1.61 billion) in the third quarter of 2024. This remarkable increase of 37.5 percent compared to the same period last year, coupled with a 6.0 percent rise from the PHP89.23 billion recorded in the second quarter, sets a new quarterly record. The data, released by the Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corp (Pagcor), highlights a robust growth trajectory that underscores the sector’s dynamic expansion. The surge of electronic gaming: Leading the charge in this quarter’s growth, the electronic gaming segment demonstrated stellar performance, amassing a…
Tottenham midfielder Rodrigo Bentancur believes he will be given a lengthy ban for his summer comments regarding team-mate Heung-Min Son.Bentancur says he has been informed of his potential punishment by his agent, amid reports he will be suspended by the FA for seven games, but this sanction has not been confirmed by the governing body, nor his club.Speaking on international duty with Uruguay, Bentancur said: “My agent rang me and told me he had been notified that this was the sanction. Please use Chrome browser for a more accessible video player Tottenham captain Heung-Min Son defends Bentancur following his FA…
Posted on: November 14, 2024, 08:58h. Last updated on: November 14, 2024, 08:58h. Texas legislators right now are unlikely to approve locating commercial casinos in the state, officials said. But there’s a remote chance legislation could generate enough enthusiasm to pass in 2025, experts cautiously add. Texas Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick, pictured above. So far, Texas legislators aren’t approving casino legislation. (Image: Governing Magazine) In a recent interview with Dallas TV station WFAA, Texas Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick, R, wouldn’t rule out a casino bill could start to gain traction in the legislature. But currently, there aren’t enough legislators who…
In the week leading up to the recent US election, Australia’s major online gambling operators significantly increased their advertising spending, focusing on novelty bets that captured public intrigue. Operators like TAB, Ladbrokes, Sportsbet, and Neds spent a combined total of approximately $240,000 on Facebook advertisements. These ads featured bets on various aspects of the US election, ranging from the likelihood of Donald Trump mentioning fraud in his speeches to speculations about the color of his tie. Detailed ad expenditures and campaign focus: As reported by The Guardian, according to data from Meta’s ad library tool, these companies were among the top advertisers in Australia during the election period,…
Is Indiana for real? Plenty of doubt still existsCurt Cignetti (Photo by © Trevor Ruszkowski-Imagn Images)What Indiana has accomplished this season has been the story of the year, a feel-good turnaround of a Big Ten punching bag, a moribund program that was chalked up every season as an easy win for conference teams.Instead, the Hoosiers have punched back – and knocked out every opponent.Not only is Indiana 10-0 for the first time in program history, it’s the first time the Hoosiers have won double-digit games dating back to the program’s inception in 1899. There are still two regular season games…
Posted on: November 14, 2024, 08:29h. Last updated on: November 14, 2024, 08:29h. Lots of betting buzz around Friday’s Mike Tyson-Jake Paul heavyweight fight, with the 58-year-old Tyson seeing the bulk of the backing. The fight is controversial, to say the least. Tyson hasn’t had a sanctioned fight since 2005. The last time these two were supposed to fight – last July – Tyson had to back out because of an ulcer issue. Paul, 27, is a YouTuber who’s had only 11 fights – he’s won 10 of those. Is he a novelty fighter? Tyson Fury has called him a…