Amy Calistri
Amy Calistri
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Amy Calistri got her high school letter in golf and hasn't golfed since. She has a collegiate letter in wrestling, but never wrestled. She was arguably the worst catcher in IBM's coed softball league. But she is a hardcore sports fan, having spent her formative years yelling from Boston Garden's second balcony and Fenway's cheap seats. Amy loves when she can combine her love of sports with her business acumen. She has covered the sports and gambling industries for more than 20 years, writing for outlets including Bluff Magazine, PokerNews, and OnlineGambling.com. Amy co-hosted the popular radio show Keep Flopping Aces and co-wrote Mike “The Mouth” Matusow’s memoir, Check-Raising the Devil. Amy is also published in the areas of economics, investing, and statistics.
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Bally’s Enters Merger Agreement With Standard General Affiliate
Shares of Bally's Corporation jumped 25% Thursday after the U.S. betting company announced plans to merge with hedge fund Standard General.
Philippine President Bans Offshore Gaming Operators
While existing Philippine offshore gaming operators will have the remainder of the year to wind down operations, no new licenses will be granted.
MLB Commissioner Says 'Integrity of the Game' is Top Priority Amid Sports Betting Expansion
Rob Manfred didn't wax nostalgic about the pre-legalization era; he understands and appreciates the transparency that legalization has provided.
Amazon In, TNT Out in NBA’s New $76 Billion Media Rights Deal
ABC, NBC, ESPN, and Amazon Prime are slated to pay a combined $6.9 billion per year for an 11-year media rights deal with the NBA.
Call for Canadian Gambling Safety Plan Amid Sports Betting Expansion
A new report, 'Gambling Availability and Advertising in Canada: A Call to Action,' proposes a national strategy to address gambling-related harms.
West Virginia is 4th State to Issue Cease-and-Desist Order to Bovada
West Virginia sent Bovada a cease-and-desist letter, as yet another state cracks down on the unlicensed sports betting operator.
Australia’s Problem Gamblers Account for One-Third of Sports Wagers: Poll
Roy Morgan polling suggests that of 3.26 million Australians that bet on sports, roughly 10% self-identified as a problem gambler.
FTC Files Petition for MGM Cyberattack Information
The Federal Trade Commission is seeking an order to force MGM Resorts International to comply with an investigation about a cyberattack last fall.
Australia Enacts Credit Card Ban for Online Gambling
Starting today, Australians will no longer be able to use their credit cards or cryptocurrencies to fund online gambling accounts.
Caesars Entertainment Stock Soars on Carl Icahn Ownership
Shares of Caesars Entertainment popped as much as 18% after Carl Ichan acknowledged a large position in the casino giant.
Betano 1st to File Sports Betting, iGaming Authorization Request in Brazil
Betano extends its international reach and football ties, including as official betting partner of the upcoming UEFA Euro 2024.
Worry Over Sports Betting Tax Hikes Overblown, Analysts Say
Investment firm analysts view Illinois proposal as "relatively state-specific," market reaction "overdone."
$50 Parlay to Payout $98,800 With Mavericks Conference Finals Win
One lucky bettor stands a chance of winning nearly six figures if the Mavericks handle the Timberwolves in the Western Conference Finals.
Hard Rock Denies Reports Suggesting Bid for Star Entertainment
Hard Rock International's press release on Monday made it perfectly clear they are not involved in any discussions with the Australian gambling company.
2023 Sees Significant Decline in Sports Betting Ad Spending
Television ad spending took the brunt of sports betting’s cutbacks.
Gaming CEOs Optimistic Despite Sluggish Economic Outlook
"Continued investment and innovation" in world-class, responsible entertainment experiences necessary to maintain industry momentum, AGA president says.
Iowa Athletes Sue Over Sports Betting Investigation
Federal lawsuit filed Friday by 26 Iowa-area collegiate athletes after criminal charges laid in 2023 following sports betting investigation.
Kambi Reports Steady Q1 2024 Results
Kambi reports consistent first-quarter results, successfully navigating an industry in transition.
Jontay Porter Reportedly Did Not Bet on NBA Games in Colorado
On April 10, NBA Commissioner Adam Silver said the league was looking at any connection between Jontay Porter and the prop betting markets, saying the Toronto Raptor is accused of a “cardinal sin.”
Dave Portnoy Scores Big on Masters Bet
On April 10, Dave Portnoy posted a screenshot of his $300,000 bet on Scottie Scheffler to win the Masters. In the comments, one poster called it a “sucker” bet, while another called it a “donation,” alluding to Scheffler’s potential withdrawal from the tournament.
