The long wait for mobile sports betting in New York is almost over. People who want to use their cellphones or laptops to place wagers soon won’t have to drive to New Jersey or Connecticut.

The rise of mobile brokerage applications outfitted with prompts, animations, rewards and digital flourishes have brought the feel of investing platforms closer to online sports betting and gambling.

For many, the holidays are a time of joy, celebrations, and care-free attitudes. But for someone with a gambling problem, this season can be a little more challenging. Throughout all the get-togethers, there are several opportunities to gamble — from a poker game at the kitchen table with family to scratch-off tickets as a gift. […]

Going out for a night of gambling at the casino can be as casual as getting drinks at the bar with some friends. The atmosphere is fun, the lights and sounds pump visitors full of excitement and the thrill of a won wager gives us a dopamine rush that is second to none. On top […]

You’ve likely heard of some pretty specific rituals from fellow gamblers, such as not whistling at the table or always wearing their lucky red socks at the casino. When a game is left to chance, people believe they need to act carefully to not bring bad luck upon themselves. That’s why superstitions are rampant in […]