Sweden set to tighten gambling laws December 21, 2023 The country is focusing on strict responsible gambling regulations with new rules Sweden will enforce its new online gambling amendments beginning on April 1, 2024, bolstering consumer protections and raising fines for Anti-Money Laundering Act (AML) violations. During the year-end proceedings, the government reduced all gambling amendments into one bill, which was then presented to
Bin Weng takes down the WPT World Championship High Roller event December 21, 2023 The poker pro has scored three big WPT wins this year, as well as other victories Bin Weng has added another title to his stellar 2023 accomplishments. The 40-year-old Philadelphia pro began the year with his first $1 million cash at the $5,300 buy-in The Return at the Borgata and wrapped it up with another
The DeepStack Extravaganza poker tournament series kicks off on Christmas December 21, 2023 The upcoming series will offer almost $1 million in cash prizes for the holidays The Venetian Resort in Las Vegas will host its upcoming DeepStack Extravaganza (NYE) tournament series from December 25 through January 7, with 19 events and almost $1 million in guaranteed prizes. The highlight of the series is the $1,600 buy-in $400,000
Ripple can now serve as a digital asset service operator in Ireland December 20, 2023 The approval marks a huge milestone for the cryptocurrency and blockchain Cryptocurrency payments platform Ripple has achieved another regulatory landmark in Ireland, as the Central Bank of Ireland (CBI) has approved the company as a virtual asset service provider (VASP). Ripple made the announcement on December 19, saying it is now on the CBI’s list
How rookie additions change betting dynamics in NFL betting December 20, 2023 Bringing in rookies to a team will cause considerable adjustments in playing styles Rookie additions in the NFL can significantly alter the landscape of the game, influencing not only team dynamics on the field but also the betting strategies surrounding them. Understanding how these fresh talents impact betting dynamics is crucial for anyone looking to
Exploring multiple bets for diversified play in online roulette December 20, 2023 Simultaneous betting in online roulette can offer players better chances of success Diversifying play in online roulette involves more than just placing chips on individual numbers; it’s a strategic approach to maximize opportunities and mitigate risks. One effective method for diversified play is simultaneous betting, where players strategically spread their bets across various options on
Santa Fe, Argentina, greenlights online gambling and betting December 20, 2023 Online gambling is slowly advancing across all of Argentina Several bills delivered by Executive Power were approved by the Senate of the Province of Santa Fe, Argentina, led by Governor Maximiliano Pullaro, on December 14. Among them was a proposal to regulate online gambling and betting. At the Extraordinary Session No. 1 of the 141st
Calvin Anderson ships the WPT Prime Championship for $1.3 million December 20, 2023 Anderson took down Aaron Pinson in the final heads-up battle for the win Calvin Anderson became a millionaire on Tuesday at the World Poker Tour (WPT) Prime Championship, beating Aaron Pinson heads-up for the win at the $5 million guaranteed $1,100 buy-in tournament. The 10,512 entries almost doubled last year’s count in the event won
WSOP Paradise snafu leads to investigation December 20, 2023 A player inadvertently lost a huge chip stack during a hand and not even the dealer caught it A huge dealer error has caused controversy, and an investigation was opened after the final table at the WSOP Paradise Main Event. The mistake cost Australian poker player Daniel Neilson a whopping 10 million chips, equal to
‘Deck the Halls’ with NFL Week 16 betting odds December 19, 2023 If “it’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas”, it’s for a very good reason! The X-Mas holiday is taking place this Monday and with it comes a great long weekend of football action. NFL Week 16 begins Thursday night with the New Orleans Saints (+4) at the Los Angeles Rams. Both teams are fighting
Cryptocurrency exchange Binance to pay $2.7 billion to settle claims in the US December 19, 2023 The fine is the result of the exchange allegedly operating in the US without proper licenses A US court has ordered cryptocurrency exchange Binance and its former CEO, Changpeng “CZ” Zhao, to pay $2.7 billion to settle claims it violated US monetary regulations. CZ must also pay $150 million to the Commodity Futures Trading Commission
Strategies for predicting the opening goal in soccer matches December 19, 2023 Soccer is an unpredictable sport, but following certain betting tips will increase the chances of winning Predicting the opening goal in soccer matches is a challenging yet exhilarating endeavor that requires a combination of astute analysis, statistical awareness and an understanding of the game’s dynamics. While soccer remains inherently unpredictable, several strategies can enhance your