Gambling in the USA

THELINES.COM: NFL enters Week 1 with familiar favorites

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4 years ago

September 9, 2020

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The Kansas City Chiefs, Baltimore Ravens, and San Francisco 49ers will open the 2020 NFL season as the oddsmakers’ consensus favorites to reach Super Bowl LV and with the largest point spreads in Week 1, according to TheLines.com, which tracks odds in the U.S. regulated sports betting markets.

A consensus of that nation’s largest legal online sportsbooks — including FanDuel, DraftKings, PointsBet, SugarHouse, and BetMGM — place the Chiefs at +600 to win the Super Bowl, meaning bettors would win $600 for every $100 wagered. At individual sportsbooks, the Chiefs are being offered with a range from +575 at PointsBet to +600 at three sportsbooks. As a consensus +650 pick, the Ravens are not far behind the defending champions. And the 49ers, who lost to the Chiefs in Super Bowl LIV, top the NFC as a consensus +900 pick.

“With all that has gone on in the world since the Chiefs were crowned champions in February, it seems the Super Bowl favorites are about the only thing that have remained consistent,” said Brett Collson, betting analyst at TheLines.com. “In a quarterback-driven league, the Chiefs and Ravens were always going to remain favorites. But futures betting will be an interesting proposition this season. The NFL usually produces a surprise team or two, and we don’t know how much the pandemic will affect the season. An outbreak could drastically alter the landscape.”

At a consensus +2100, the Philadelphia Eagles are the favorite among teams that play in legal sports betting jurisdictions. They are followed by:

Indianapolis Colts (+2300)
Buffalo Bills (+2500)
Pittsburgh Steelers (+2500)
Chicago Bears (+4200)
Denver Broncos (+5000)
Detroit Lions (+6500)
Las Vegas Raiders (+6700)
New York Giants (+8400)
New York Jets (+8500)

Week 1

In Week 1, the Chiefs are a consensus 9-point favorite in their Thursday night opener against the Houston Texans. The Ravens are 8-point favorites against the Cleveland Browns and the 49ers are favored by 7 points in their opener against the Arizona Cardinals.

The consensus point spreads for the rest of the Week 1 slate:

Minnesota Vikings (-2.5) over the Green Bay Packers
Lions (-2.5) over the Bears
Colts (-7.5) over the Jaguars
Raiders (-3) over the Carolina Panthers
Bills (-6.5) over the Jets
Seattle Seahawks (-2) over the Atlanta Falcons
Eagles (-6) over the Washington football team
New England Patriots (-6.5) over the Miami Dolphins
Los Angeles Chargers (-3.5) over the Cincinnati Bengals
New Orleans Saints (-3.5) over the Tampa Bay Buccaneers
Dallas Cowboys (-3) over the Los Angeles Rams
Pittsburgh Steelers (-5.5) over the New York Giants
Denver Broncos (-0.5) over the Tennessee Titans

“Opening week is always a challenging week for oddsmakers, and with eight games with spreads of 3 or less, this year is no different,” Collson said. “Home field is presumably less of an advantage, and the prospective health of each team will have to be watched even more closely. This will be a fascinating year for oddsmakers and sports bettors.”

To access the updated futures lines for every NFL team, and for more analysis, visit TheLines.com/odds/super-bowl. To access Week 1 odds, visit www.thelines.com/nfl-week-1-lines-2020.

Gambling in the USA

Gaming Americas Weekly Roundup – April 15-21

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2 days ago

April 22, 2024

Niji Narayan

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Welcome to our weekly roundup of American gambling news again! Here, we are going through the weekly highlights of the American gambling industry which include the latest news and new partnerships. Read on and get updated.

Latest News

Caesars Entertainment announced that the Caesars Sportsbook Mississippi app is accepting mobile sports bets at Harrah’s Gulf Coast in Biloxi, Mississippi. Sports fans 21 and older who are interested in wagering on sports via mobile devices can download the Caesars Sportsbook Mississippi app to register and deposit statewide but must be physically present on-property at Harrah’s Gulf Coast to wager.

The Office of Lottery and Gaming (OLG) has announced that FanDuel’s sports betting app and website has officially launched. This development will introduce FanDuel’s sports wagering platform to District residents and visitors, completely replacing the current GambetDC sports betting app and website.

eCOGRA has been officially authorised by the Secretaria De Prêmios e Apostas (SPA) to operate as a certifying entity for betting systems, live gaming studios and online games in Brazil. This announcement marks a significant milestone as eCOGRA continues to extend its international offering of iGaming testing, inspection and certification (TIC) services in regulated markets across the globe.

Jennifer Shatley, a recognised expert in the field and a highly sought speaker and advisor, has joined the Responsible Online Gaming Association (ROGA) as Executive Director. Shatley has had 25+ years worth of experience, working closely with the treatment community, academics, researchers, government bodies, state councils and gaming industry representatives to promote responsible gaming.

Odditt, a leading provider of innovative sports betting data, tools and analytics, has appointed Elaine Milardo as its new Chief Technology Officer (CTO). With over 25 years of experience in the data industry and key roles at DraftKings and Vistaprint, Elaine brings a wealth of expertise to Odditt’s growing team.

Partnerships

Trustly, the global leader in Open Banking Payments, and Light & Wonder, the leading cross-platform global games company, are bringing cashless, in-person deposits to casino floors with Light & Wonder’s cashless solution, RAPIDPLAY. Building on Trustly’s success with guaranteed payments in online sports betting and iGaming, Trustly will deliver the same seamless, quick and secure online payment experience to the physical casino floor.

Fintech company Sightline has entered into an exclusive partnership with compliance and anti-fraud technology solutions leader GeoComply to bolster the security and efficiency of digital transactions within the regulated gaming industry. Sightline will integrate GeoComply’s cutting-edge IDComply identity verification solution as well as GeoComply’s compliance-grade geolocation tools across its comprehensive suite of digital payment solutions for land-based casinos and online gaming operators.

BetMGM has announced a partnership with GameCode, a distinguished iGaming company focused on the North American market. The partnership includes the launch of Boom Boom Boom, HammerCash, Gold Gold Gold and Super3 series which are now live at BetMGM in Michigan and New Jersey through direct integration. BetMGM plans to offer GameCode’s full portfolio of games in all jurisdictions where the operator’s iGaming platform is live pending regulatory approvals.

SCCG Management has announced a joint venture investment with Numb3rs, an innovative all-in-one payment solution provider built for gaming operators. The partnership aims to transform the gaming sector by integrating Numb3rs’ proprietary tech stack, ECRYPT, into the marketplace, thereby offering a comprehensive suite of payment processing solutions.

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Games Global Launches Custom Slot Game Caesars Palace Frenzy with Caesars Digital

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2 days ago

April 22, 2024

GamingAmericas.com

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Launch marks the first bespoke game launch in the partnership between gaming operator and premier gaming provider

Games Global today announced the exclusive launch of Caesars Palace Frenzy, a Caesars-branded slot title that marks the first bespoke game launch on behalf of Games Global’s partnership with premier gaming operator Caesars Digital. Caesars Palace Frenzy is now exclusively live on Caesars Palace Online Casino in New Jersey with plans to expand to Michigan and Pennsylvania, offering players another highly engaging, operator-specific gaming experience with iconic Caesars Palace branding.

Caesars Palace Frenzy combines the excitement of the Las Vegas Strip’s iconic casino with innovative gaming dynamics crafted by Games Global. Designed exclusively for Caesars Digital online casino players, this game delivers an online slot experience with engaging gameplay, sophisticated graphics and dynamic features like scatter pays, multiplied free spins selected by a concentric wheel and a seven-tier jackpot line-up.

This launch demonstrates Games Global’s continued emphasis on partnering with top iGaming operators to deliver exclusive and custom gaming products to players.

“Working closely with Caesars Digital to create Caesars Palace Frenzy has been an exciting journey,” the Chief Executive Officer for Games Global, Walter Bugno, said. “This game is more than just an online slot experience, it is an adventure that mirrors the thrill and grandeur of one of the world’s most iconic destinations. We’re thrilled to see it come to life and deliver a unique blend of entertainment and gaming.”

“We’re committed to collaborating with top gaming providers to launch custom online casino experiences for our players that can’t be found anywhere else,” the Senior Vice-President and Chief iGaming Officer for Caesars Digital, Matt Sunderland, said. “Caesars Palace Frenzy delivers on that commitment by providing an elevated gaming experience that we’re certain our players will enjoy.”

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Alabama-Coushatta Tribe of Texas Announces Plans to Build New Casino Resort

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2 days ago

April 22, 2024

GamingAmericas.com

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The Alabama-Coushatta Tribe of Texas has announced the plans to build a brand-new casino resort on its Tribal lands in Polk County.

“We are incredibly excited to embark on this new chapter. This new casino resort will not only provide significant economic benefits for those living and working in the region, but it will also become a vibrant destination for visitors,” Ricky Sylestine, Chairman of the Tribal Council, said.

While specific details are still being finalized, the new resort may offer a variety of amenities including a state-of-the-art casino floor, hotel accommodations, and diverse dining and entertainment options.

The Tribe has engaged the architectural firm FFKR to design the new resort. FFKR is known for its innovative and creative designs. The Tribe is confident the firm will create a truly exceptional destination.

In addition to the new casino resort, the Tribe is planning an extensive remodel to its existing Ischoopa/One Stop Convenience Store and Truck Stop. The remodel will include adding electronic bingo machines.

The Alabama-Coushatta Tribe of Texas will be releasing news related to the new resort and any additional developments in the coming months.