Airion Simmons Banned By NCAA, Gamblers Post Basketball Picks
The NCAA has confirmed that former Abilene Christian men’s basketball student-athlete Airion Simmons has been banned for life.
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NFL Seeks Regulator Intervention on 'Easily Manipulable' Prediction
The National Football League (NFL) is urging the commodities regulator to require prediction market providers to prohibit contracts on events that can be easily manipulated by an individual, such as first pass and field goal completion.
New York Considers Ban on Billboard Gambling Ads
New York lawmakers are considering banning billboard ads promoting potentially addictive and harmful substances or pastimes.
Brazil expands betting ban to student debt program
Brazil’s Federal Government has extended restrictions on sports betting to participants in Desenrola Fies, bringing the student debt renegotiation program under the same rules already applied to Desenrola Famílias.
Gambling Companies' Campaigns in Alabama Stir Confusion Among
Gambling companies are investing heavily in political campaigns in Alabama as they attempt to soften the state’s strict anti-gambling laws. Yet the ways they spend their money are leaving lawmakers confused and angry.
Wyoming Lawmakers Consider Gaming Regulatory Changes
Wyoming is considering regulatory changes following a meeting of the Wyoming Legislature’s Select Committee on Gaming to address the state of the gaming industry.
Intensified Gambling Lobbying in Georgia Ahead of Midterm Election
As one of the states without legal sports betting, Georgia has remained an untapped market. However, pro-gambling industry parties are working hard to change that, sparing no expense to ensure that betting will come to the state.
Tribal and Gaming Leaders Warn Congress over Prediction Market Growth
Two of the most influential voices in US gaming have issued a fresh warning to Congress as lawmakers weigh a significant shift in financial regulation.
Christopher Hebert on Louisiana's Responsible Gaming Efforts
As chairman of the Louisiana Gaming Control Board, Christopher Hebert deals with the constantly evolving challenges in reaching and helping problem gamblers every day.
Suburban Chicago Restaurateur Faces Renewed Scrutiny in Gambling Case
Filippo “Gigi” Rovito, a suburban Chicago restaurateur and social media chef accused of helping enforce debts for an alleged illegal gambling network, is facing renewed scrutiny after statements made in court filings about his church involvement were challenged by parish officials.
Police Arrest 83 in Raid on Gambling Den in Thai Coconut Plantation
Police have arrested 83 people in a raid on a suspected gambling den hidden in a Thai coconut plantation.
Ex-NCAA Player Involved in Sports Betting Scheme
The NCAA determined that former Abilene Christian men’s basketball player Airion Simmons violated the organization’s sports betting rules as part of a gambling scheme involving his own poor performance in exchange for payment.