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Michael McClymont started with Covers in 2023 and provides coverage on industry news. Prior to joining Covers, he was a publishing editor at Sportsbook Review and also worked at theScore as a writer and editor. Mike has more than 15 years of experience in the journalism industry.

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Shohei Ohtani's Ex-Interpreter Charged With Bank Fraud for Stealing More Than $16M: DOJ

Apr 11, 2024 • 2:17 PM ET

The Department of Justice announced Ippei Mizuhara, Ohtani's former interpreter, could face 30 years in prison for committing felony offense.

Nevada Cashes In, But Public Also Hits Big on Super Bowl 58

Feb 14, 2024 • 12:55 PM ET

The Super Bowl is one of the biggest betting events of the year in Las Vegas, and sportsbooks are ready for large handle – and profit – every February.

The Biggest Super Bowl 58 Bets: Large Wagers Roll in Before Kickoff

Feb 11, 2024 • 5:04 PM ET

The Super Bowl is the most-bet matchup of the year, and Covers is keeping an eye out for some of the biggest wagers on the Big Game.

Drake Aligns With Swifties, Bets $1.15M on Chiefs in Super Bowl LVIII

Feb 10, 2024 • 11:20 PM ET

Hip-hop star has biggest bet on the Big Game to date, stands to take home $2.346 million if Kansas City tops San Francisco in Vegas on Sunday.

ThriveFantasy Addresses Concerns Over Player Payout Delays

Jan 15, 2024 • 8:33 AM ET

DFS operator apologizes for delayed response, bank and check fraud scheme that has impacted the company's ability to process withdrawals.

Georgia Lawmakers Pessimistic About Legalized Sports Betting in Peach State in 2024

Jan 9, 2024 • 4:21 PM ET

Georgia representatives attended the NCLGS in search of answers and information as the push for legalized sports betting continues in the Peach State.

Illegal Online Gambling Market Still Robust Despite Adoption of Legalized Sports Betting in America

Jan 6, 2024 • 5:03 PM ET

There were 201 million visits to illegal betting sites in America during the first three months of the NFL season alone.

Regulators, Legislators Work to Get in Front of ‘Inevitable’ Major Sports Betting Scandal

Jan 5, 2024 • 6:10 PM ET

Experts warn of the irreparable damage the suspicion of market manipulation or insider trading could have on America's sports betting industry.

Daily Fantasy Sports vs. Sports Betting: Regulators, Experts Weigh in on Industry's Hottest Debate

Jan 4, 2024 • 8:54 PM ET

The daily fantasy sports versus sports betting debate was hashed out between regulators, legislators, and experts at the NCLGS winter meeting in Florida.

Locker Holds the Key to the Next Phase of Sports Betting and DFS

Jan 4, 2024 • 2:10 PM ET

Combine the rush of in-game sports betting, the competition of daily fantasy and the fun of bar trivia, and you have what Locker co-founder Noah Bernstein hopes will be the next big thing in iGaming.

Regulators Discuss Mandating Disclosure of Player Medical Conditions to Betting Public

Jan 3, 2024 • 8:15 PM ET

The NFL's investigation into whether one of its teams violated the league's injury report policy prompted discussion at the NCLGS on the disclosure of player medical conditions to the betting public.

What Happened to the Barstool Sportsbook?

Dec 6, 2023 • 10:55 AM ET

The sudden close of one U.S. sportsbook, and debut of another, resulted in a number of questions. Where do Barstool customers go now and what happens to their active accounts?

Kevin Durant Latest Star to Weigh In On Growing Conversation Between Athletes and Parlay Bettors

Nov 20, 2023 • 3:53 PM ET

Fans and bettors are getting bolder and going directly to the source when their prop bets and parlays don't hit. It's a trend that's rubbing athletes the wrong way.

Verstappen Felt Like 'A Clown' at F1 Las Vegas Grand Prix Opening Ceremony

Nov 17, 2023 • 1:17 PM ET

Three-time champion driver unimpressed by glitz and glamour surrounding F1 Las Vegas Grand Prix.

ESPN BET Launches, Joins Fray of Legal Online Sportsbooks

Nov 14, 2023 • 12:30 PM ET

"The Worldwide Leader in Sports" expands its reach into the realm of sports betting with launch of sports betting app.

Bettor Holding 400/1 Ticket on Rangers-Diamondbacks World Series Exacta

Oct 27, 2023 • 8:54 AM ET

Pro sports bettor stands to win $80,000 on a futures ticket he placed in June if Texas defeats Arizona in the 2023 World Series.

Another Rough Sunday for NFL Sports Betting Public in Week 7

Oct 23, 2023 • 11:28 AM ET

Multiple heavy betting favorites failed to cover the spread, and some even lost outright, in Week 7 of the NFL.

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