James Murphy
James Murphy

James Murphy is a preeminent authority on the international gambling industry and has made frequent appearances in the mainstream media including the Wall Street Journal, Bloomberg, Forbes, Entertainment Weekly, CNBC and NPR. He has previously worked as a radio and podcasting host where he broadcast to an international audience that depended on his expertise and advice. Murphy also serves as an odds making consultant for sports and ‘non-sport novelty bets’ covering the entertainment industry, politics, technology, financial markets and just about everything else.

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Caesars Sells Southern Indiana Property To Tribal Interests

Caesars Entertainment is selling a property in Southern Indiana to the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians for $250. The property is one of several that Caesars has sold in the wake of the merger with Eldorado Resorts. The property will keep the Caesars name and branding. Caesars Entertainment continues to shed properties as they tidy […]

Caesars Sells Southern Indiana Property To Tribal Interests

Betsson Acquires Naming Rights To Peru Top Division Pro Soccer

Betsson Peru has acquired naming rights to the country’s top tier of professional soccer. The top pro league in Peru will now be called ‘Liga 1 Betsson’. The deal was made in conjunction with the Peruvian Football Federation (PDF). A wise and wealthy man once told me ‘everything is negotiable’. That’s become more and more […]

Betsson Acquires Naming Rights To Peru Top Division Pro Soccer

Century Casinos To Acquire Operations of Rocky Gap Casino Resort in Maryland

Century Casinos will acquire the operations of Maryland’s Rocky Gap Casino for approximately $56 million USD. VICI Properties will simultaneously acquire the real estate assets for approximately $204 million USD and lease it back to Century Casinos. Colorado Springs, Colorado based Century Casinos is also in the process of acquiring the iconic Nugget Casino Resort […]

Century Casinos To Acquire Operations of Rocky Gap Casino Resort in Maryland

BetMGM Renews Partnership Deal With Poker Pro Darren Elias

BetMGM has upped the ante in the world of poker by renewing their partnership with Darren Elias, a name that resonates with dominance and skill in professional poker circles. As a four-time World Poker Tour (WPT) champion, Elias holds the record for the most WPT titles by any player, a testament to his prowess and […]

BetMGM Renews Partnership Deal With Poker Pro Darren Elias

ACR Poker Announces Online Super Series XL With Over $40 Million In Guarantees

Following the success of its record-breaking $12.5 Million Venom tournament, ACR Poker is set to keep the excitement high with the launch of the Online Super Series XL (OSS XL). This enhanced edition of the series will run from May 5th to May 27th, 2024, offering a staggering $40 million in guaranteed prizes, marking another […]

ACR Poker Announces Online Super Series XL With Over $40 Million In Guarantees

BetMGM Debuts NHL Branded Online Casino Games

BetMGM has announced the launch of NHL branded online casino games. The games include roulette, blackjack, baccarat and a new live Money Wheel game called Dream Catcher. The games are currently available to players in New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Michigan and Ontario. Hockey season is right around the corner, which no doubt has much to do […]

BetMGM Debuts NHL Branded Online Casino Games

Betano Announces Expanded Partnership With Romanian Football Federation (FRF)

Kaizen Gaming’s Betano brand and the Romanian Football Federation (FRF) have further solidified their partnership, extending their collaboration until 2030. This enduring relationship now encompasses the title sponsorship of Romania’s premier cup competition, newly dubbed the Cupa Romaniei Betano. This agreement not only highlights the deepening ties between the two entities but also signifies a […]

Betano Announces Expanded Partnership With Romanian Football Federation (FRF)

BetMGM To Sponsor UK Premier League Darts

BetMGM has recently been announced as the new title sponsor for the upcoming Premier League Darts tournament in the UK. This marks the beginning of a fresh sponsorship deal with the Professional Darts Corporation. The BetMGM Premier League, scheduled from February to May, will see eight players vying for a total prize pool of £1 […]

BetMGM To Sponsor UK Premier League Darts

bet365 Partners With Stronach Group’s 1/ST Technology For Advanced Deposit Wagering

In a strategic move poised to reshape the landscape of horse race betting in the United States, bet365 has inked a partnership with Stronach Group’s 1/ST Technology. This collaboration is set to introduce a new Advance Deposit Wagering (ADW) service, significantly broadening the scope for bettors across the country. The service, leveraging 1/ST Technology’s advanced […]

bet365 Partners With Stronach Group’s 1/ST Technology For Advanced Deposit Wagering

Kambi Adds Esports Soccer Odds To Sports Betting Platform

Kambi, arguably the world leader in sports betting technology, has announced a significant enhancement to its esports betting services by incorporating esoccer odds into its sportsbook platform. This development leverages the expertise of Kambi’s esports subsidiary, Abios, integrating real-time data and statistics directly from rights holders. The process is bolstered by automated modeling meticulously managed […]

Kambi Adds Esports Soccer Odds To Sports Betting Platform