Gambling: An Examination Into Gaming Addiction

 Gambling is everywhere. Lottery tickets, casinos, poker tournaments, online gaming, and sports betting. As a society we are inundated with opportunity to take a chance, spin the wheel, roll the dice, and perhaps win big; or just as likely, lose big. In fact, recent surveys have shown that in the United States alone, 80% of …

The 5 Most Extravagant Casinos Worldwide

Casinos generate billions of dollars a year all over the world. The amount of money spent at a casino per year is astronomical and it shows when casinos build some of the most extravagant buildings in the world. These buildings include penthouses and 5 star restaurants as well as ceilings and decorations that seemingly go …

10 Biggest Gambling Wins of All Time

Gambling generates a lot of money and can make somebody rich in a matter of seconds. There have been people who have won such a large sum of cash that they never have to work again. The biggest gambling wins of all time have the winners winning an astronomical amount of money. 10. Cynthia Jay …

How to Play Online Craps Like a Pro

If you’ve been a little timid about playing online craps, there’s no reason you should be! To ensure you place the best bets so you win like a pro, here are some top tips. Understanding Craps   The game begins with a shooter who is also one of the players at the table. The shooter …

5 Celebrities Who Have Been Banned From Casinos

If you think sly card counters and master cheaters are the only ones to get the casino boot, think again. Here are five celebrities who have been not only asked to leave, but banned from casinos. Magician Derren Brown   You wouldn’t think someone like Derren Brown who is famous in the U.K. for his …

4 of the World’s Most Lavish Casinos

Casinos are built for gaming but they are also built with extravagance in mind. The more lavish the casino, the better. Here we take a look at four of the world’s most stunning casino venues. Ibiza Gran Hotel Casino in Spain Located on the island of Ibiza in Spain sits the Ibiza Gran Hotel, and …

4 Outrageous Things People Have Placed Bets On

People do place bets on some unusual events—even TV show outcomes. Are these outrageous bets or would you consider betting on the weird or bizarre? We found four odd things people have placed bets on and one of them is downright creepy. The Papal Election Image via Flickr by Padmanaba01 When Pope Benedict XVI stepped down …

7 Traits of Professional Gamblers

The pros who win the big pots whether it’s online play or gambling in the casinos of Vegas or New Jersey have certain personality traits. What characteristics do they possess to keep their winnings large? Here are seven traits one might see in a professional gambler. They are Learning Oriented Those who commit to being …

All In: 5 Strange Things People Have Placed as Bets

If you ever saw the movie Inventing the Abbots with Liv Tyler and Joaquin Phoenix, you’d have an idea of strange things people use to place bets. Phoenix’s character’s father bet his business to the matriarch of the Abbott family and lost. Not all bets are this outrageous, but these five strange bets may leave …

Play it Safe: What to Look for in Online Casinos

Online gambling is a 30 billion dollar a year business worldwide for a reason—people enjoy playing from home and skipping the costs of traveling to traditional casinos. If you’re a newcomer to the online gaming world it’s essential to play it safe by investigating the online casinos you choose. Read Terms and Conditions Every online …

6 Reasons People Love Online Casinos

There is a reason 18.3 billion people love playing online casino games and this is just the number of gamers in the U.S—worldwide that number increases to 144 billion! What makes gambling online so fun? Here are just six reasons. 1. It’s So Casual Image via Las Vegas USA Casino The online gaming atmosphere doesn’t …

4 Ways Your Screen name Can Give You an Edge

The screen name you choose when playing online poker or other casinos games really does say a lot about you. Experienced online players and university research has shown you must put some thought into your screen name. Here are four ways to gain the online edge you seek. Use Names That Scream “Experienced”   A …

4 Amusing Facts About the Origins of Card Games

Everyone enjoys a good card game. They’re easy to learn and with such a variety of games it’s hard to get bored using just a single deck of cards. What about the origins of card games? How did poker start and where? Here, we look at four fun facts about the beginnings of card gameplay. …

How to Decide Your Spending Limit and Stick to It

If you are one of the millions of people who enjoy online gaming it’s probably because of the excitement of betting, winning, and interacting with online buddies. Strategy is also a big part of playing table games and slots, but so is deciding upon a spending limit and sticking to it—here are some ideas to …