Gambler Says Atlantic City Bally’s Refuses to Pay Out $2.5M Slot Machine Win

A New Jersey gambler said Atlantic City Bally’s is refusing to pay out $2.5 million to her for winning at a slot machine. Roney Beal, 72, claims she hit the jackpot on a Wheel of Fortune slot machine at Bally’s Casino in February. However, when she attempted to collect her winnings, the casino claimed the […]

James Foglio  •  12 Jun 2024
BetMGM Refutes Report That Bruno Mars Owes $50M In Gambling Debts

BetMGM has refuted a report alleging that Grammy-winning artist Bruno Mars owes $50 million in gambling debt. Mars “has no debt with MGM,” according to a company spokesperson. BetMGM denies allegations that Bruno Mars owes $50 million in gambling debt, partnership rooted in mutual respect Mars, 38, was accused of owing $50 million in gambling […]

James Foglio  •  01 Jul 2024
Swedish iGaming Provider Supremeland Granted Gaming Supplier License in Michigan

Swedish online provider Supremeland Gaming Inc. has announced it has received approval for a supplier license in Michigan. Michigan becomes the fourth U.S. state to offer online casino products from Supremeland  The Great Lakes State becomes the fourth U.S. state to offer Supremeland’s online casino products, joining Pennsylvania, New Jersey, and West Virginia. In fact, […]

James Foglio  •  01 Jul 2024
Evolution Live Video Poker Launches In New Jersey and Pennsylvania

Evolution Gaming has officially launched its innovative Video Poker online casino game in the United States, streaming live to players in New Jersey and Pennsylvania. The game offers Poker players the opportunity to play up to 100 hands at once and select from five paytables. Evolution Gaming’s Video Poker utilizes modern gaming technology, offers a […]

James Foglio  •  01 Jul 2024
Florida Man Convicted of Spending $500K in COVID Relief Funds on Gambling Debts

A federal jury has found a 54-year-old Florida man guilty of using $500,000 in COVID relief funds to pay off gambling debts and his girlfriend’s credit cards. Barrett Purvis of Tampa faces 20 years in federal prison when he is sentenced Aug. 12. He was convicted of money laundering and wire fraud. Florida resident Barrett […]

James Foglio  •  18 May 2024
Poker Champ Phil Ivey Beat the Casinos but Got Sued for Over $15 Million in the Process

Phil Ivey gambles for a living so it’s no surprise he’s won big at the casino a few times. However, a controversial series of wins landed Ivey in hot water.

Madilyn Zeegers  •  05 Jul 2023