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DC Sports Betting App GambetDC Off to a Rocky Start

Details: Category: Gambling Industry; Created: Wednesday, 03 June 2020 10:12

DC Sports Betting Off to a Rocky Start DC sports betting app GambetDC ran into several technical issues during its first weekend of operations. Some players reported that the geolocation service of the app couldn’t pinpoint their locations within the District.

GeoComply, the geolocation provider for GambetDC, stated that their services were working as intended. However, they did concede that people next to areas where sports betting was prohibited might not be able to wager on sports.

Areas, where sports wagering are banned, include places around stadiums and federal properties. Players who are less than half a mile from the DC border might be blocked from using the app. They need to move away from the border and retry placing a bet.

Bad Start for DC Sports Betting App GambetDC

Nicole Jordan, DC Lottery director of marketing and communications, told a sportsbook watchdog that the geolocating technology is working as designed. She added that the technology was made to be strict during launch.

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How Former Michael Jordan Teammates and Rivals Reacted to ESPN’s ‘The Last Dance’

Details: Category: NBA; Created: Thursday, 28 May 2020 17:07

ESPN’s ‘The Last Dance,’ a 10-part documentary series about Michael Jordan and the 1998 Chicago Bulls provided an intimate look at the epic team. Many think that ‘The Last Dance’ was the best sports documentary ever made. Some of Michael Jordan’s former teammates and rivals shared their impressions.

BetOnline recently released a roundtable session with Horace Grant, Ron Harper, Bill Cartwright and Craig Hodges reacting to ‘The Last Dance.’ Called ‘The Final Dance’ and hosted by David Kaplan from SportsTalk Live and ESPN Chicago, it counters some of Jordan’s claims.

Five-time NBA champion Ron Harper shared that ‘The Last Dance’ was good, even though he wanted it to be more about what the Bulls did as a team. Harper also said: “I understand they gave the copyrights to MJ, so it was more like come fly with me...”

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Michigan Sports Betting Draft Rules on Official League Data

Details: Category: Gambling Industry; Created: Sunday, 03 May 2020 07:14

State regulators posted Michigan sports betting draft rules regarding the use of official league data. The proposed regulations gave sportsbooks a way to challenge the official league data requirement.

According to the state sports betting law, in-play bets require the use of official league data. However, the draft rules offer a way for operators who are unsatisfied with the mandate. By default, sports betting companies can only use approved information source for Tier 2 sports wagers.

A sports governing body based in the US can notify state regulators of the use of their official league data. Also, providers of league data need to apply for a supplier license from the state. Sportsbook operators have 60 days to swift towards the official league data after the request notification.

Michigan Sports Betting Draft Rules

Operators can use approved data sources if official league data is unavailable for a specific type of in-play bet, according to sportsbook pay per head sources. Also, operators can petition the board if they find the terms of the official league data provider not commercially viable.

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NFL Win Totals Betting Pick: Los Angeles Chargers

Details: Category: NFL; Created: Friday, 22 May 2020 22:24

NFL Win Totals Betting Pick: Los Angeles Chargers As we continue our look at every NFL team’s over/under win total, the Los Angeles Chargers are the next team up. L.A. struggled to a 5-11 record last season, finishing last in the AFC West. However, this season is the first since 2003 in which quarterback Philip Rivers isn’t on the roster, signaling a fresh start for the franchise.

According to odds-makers, the Chargers’ over-under for wins is set at 7.5. We’ll take a look at how this offseason has gone for L.A., as well as what’s ahead on their schedule, in order to see what the best bet will be.

Offseason Summary

There will be plenty of new faces playing at Los Angeles’ brand new SoFi Stadium. Among them is CB Chris Harris Jr., who signed a two-year deal with the Chargers after nine seasons with the division-rival Broncos.

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The NBA Could Return By May

Details: Category: NBA; Created: Saturday, 28 March 2020 14:32

NBA Could return soon The NBA was the first professional sports league in the US to suspend its games and, subsequently, its season. Rudy Gobert, center for Utah Jazz, was confirmed to have the Coronavirus, with other players following suit. This prompted officials to suspend the league until the situation is better- and safer. But according to NBA insiders, the NBA could return by May, but the experience will be different from what we are used to.

A lot of people have been successful in their efforts to open a pay per head casino to compensate for the loss of income due to the lack of sports games. After all, basketball is not the only sport that is on pause- the NHL is suspended as well, and the MLB is delaying its opening.

But as much as safety is the prime consideration in suspending leagues across the world, another concern is the danger this poses to the economy, as well as the employment and well-being of those who work in the sports and sports betting industry. Now, a careful balance between the two will have to be considered.

Why Borussia Dortmund or RB Leipzig Can Win the Bundesliga

Details: Category: Soccer; Created: Wednesday, 06 May 2020 16:15

The Bundesliga suspended the season in mid-March because of coronavirus concerns but they already have plans in place to return.

The German Football League (DFL) made plans for the Bundesliga to resume this month. The games would have to take place behind closed doors and there would be regular testing of players and strict hygiene measures.

Can anyone challenge Bayern Munich? I like Borussia Dortmund's chances. This team won back-to-back Bundesliga titles in 2011 and 2012 but since then, they have finished second four times, all behind seven-straight champions Bayern Munich.

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Dozens of Major esports Events Suspended Due to COVID-19 Outbreak

Details: Category: News; Created: Saturday, 14 March 2020 20:47

Tournament hosts and game publishers have united in the efforts to sport the spread of the coronavirus worldwide. Thus, they canceled dozens of major esports events. Most of them were flagship events.

As the COVID-19 virus spreads to more than 149 countries across the globe, the esports industry suspended, rescheduled, or outright canceled several conferences and tournaments. At present, the virus claimed 5,300 lives worldwide.

After several sports leagues shut down, tournament organizers followed suit and postponed several events to prevent the spread of the virus in the gaming community. One of the significant events affected by the coronavirus was the IEM Katowice.