Author: Danny de Abela-Borg

Passionate about creating multimedia as a form of entertainment. Founder and creator of TheUnprofessionalFootballer Podcast, and multi years of experience writing creative content within the iGaming industry, including sports bettings and casinos.

At present, Underdog delivers its fantasy games across 41 states and its unique fantasy pick ’em games in 39 of those states. These include significant markets like California, Florida, Georgia, and Texas, which are currently devoid of competitive sports betting arenas. Florida stands as an exception, allowing this activity under the control of the Seminole Tribe. The Current Landscape PrizePicks, on the other hand, is available in 43 US states and some Canadian regions such as British Columbia. It offers daily fantasy sports (DFS), as well as its own innovative pick ’em games. PrizePicks allows customers to combine their picks…

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Casumo, a pioneering online gaming platform, is embarking on a new chapter. With the recent opening of the Ontario market, one of the biggest igaming markets in North America, Casumo is diving headfirst into these uncharted waters. A New Chapter for Casumo They’re eager to offer their innovative and engaging games to a whole new audience. In an effort to ensure players get the best possible experience, Casumo has enlisted the help of GeoLocs, a leading geolocation provider. GeoLocs is a cutting-edge geolocation verification service known for its user-friendly and seamless integration. This unique technology requires no additional downloads or…

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GTA 6 is back in top gaming news with GTA V hitting 10 years and fans expecting some news on the next iteration. But Rockstar remained tight-lipped about it since February 2022 when they officially confirmed active development of the next Grand Theft Auto. We have a lot of GTA 6 leaks to cover but here, I’ll just be sticking to some probable features of the GTA 6 map. GTA 6 Map Leaks A fan hacked into Rockstar’s systems just to check up on the GTA 6 dev team and leaked a big bunch of digitals on the web. Rockstar…

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So far, it looks great for MK1. Early Access was smooth. The patch updates worked out nicely. Most importantly, fans look happy. But what’s cooking is the all-new Mortal Kombat 1 Invasion Mode. It’s replacing Krypt and Towers from previous versions or should we say timelines. Here’s more. What is Invasion Mode? It’s a board game where you move from one space to another, completing different challenges and winning items ranging from skins, finishers, taunts, skill points and Talismans, a form of in-game currency only for this mode. Progress is from one Story location to another. Some locations can come…

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OpenBet, a distinguished provider of sportsbook products, has announced a partnership with Play7.Bet, a prominent online betting firm. This alliance aims to bolster Play7.Bet’s reputation as a leading platform for large volume betting across the globe. Building a Comprehensive, User-Friendly Betting Platform OpenBet’s cutting-edge technology will be instrumental in elevating the Play7.Bet platform, offering a suite of verticals and responsible gambling tools. The collaboration also includes the implementation of OpenBet’s Player Account Management (PAM) technology. This system will streamline Play7.Bet’s operations, ensuring the best payouts and bolstering its capacity to manage large-scale betting transactions. OpenBet CEO, Jordan Levin, expressed enthusiasm…

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In a bold move geared towards streamlining the sports betting industry, Albania is set to transform how players interact with online gaming platforms. This transformation comes in the form of a proposed law that requires strict adherence to specific guidelines by operators. These include mandatory digital payments, player registration, and the retention of player data for a minimum period of three years. Simplifying the Rules The law, Article 26, calls for the compulsory pre-registration of every player taking part in online sports betting. It also mandates that player identity data must be stored while conforming to all applicable data protection…

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A man named Nguyen, a former croupier at Crown Casino, has filed a lawsuit. He claims the “negligence of Crown” has led to his cancer diagnosis, resulting in a shorter life expectancy, impaired lung function, and anxiety. The charges include damages, interest, and costs to cover his medical expenses. Damning Accusations Nguyen alleges that his work at Crown’s live casino has come at a great cost – his health and, ultimately, his life. He blames the exposure to tobacco smoke during his employment at the casino for his current medical state. Crown Casino, and by extension, the state government, knew…

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Casino Woodbine, based in Ontario, recently faced penalties due to non-compliance with casino operations rules. The Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario (AGCO) held them responsible for not having proper controls to prevent criminal activities like cheating. The Gaming Laws Violation Casino Woodbine was found to have violated seven procedural rules. The casino had allowed a dealer to continue to operate electronic craps despite not following correct procedure. The dealer had been pushing dice to gamblers before the bets were closed, which is against gaming laws. The laws in Ontario require casinos to have sound controls in place. These controls…

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There’s an ongoing concern in Ireland about underage gambling. The issue isn’t just that boys are gambling more, but also how gambling is marketed, especially in relation to sports. It’s clear that gambling products and their marketing are often intertwined with football, boxing, and assorted sports. This is a problem not only for boys and men but for everyone exposed to these products and their marketing tactics. The Impact of Gambling on Youth Dr. Helen McAvoy, IPH Director of Policy, shares her perspectives on this issue. She views the problem from two angles: it’s about problematic products marketed in problematic…

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MGM Resorts International and Caesars Entertainment, two major players in the casino industry, were recently hit by cyberattacks. The culprits behind these attacks are a group of hackers known as Scattered Spider or UNC3944. They managed to disrupt the operations at these casinos, including their websites, reservations systems, and certain slots machines. The Aftermath of the Cyber Attack After the attack, some of MGM Resorts’ computer systems remained offline. This includes the systems hotels use for reservations and payroll. Despite this, the company reassured its employees they would receive their salaries on time. The attack has affected the company’s 75,000…

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