Gambling
PokerStars Denies Bitcoin Acceptance Rumours
PokerStars, the world's largest poker site, issues official denial that it will soon accept bitcoin, quashing persistent rumours.
How One Startup Will Use Blockchain Tech to Disrupt Online Gaming
A Chinese startup called Play claims it can disrupt the incumbent online gaming industry by placing games' logic on a blockchain.
Stakes Are High for Star-Backed Bitcoin Gambling Site As Crowdsale Stumbles
Online gambling platform Breakout Gaming held its first initial coin offering (ICO) this week but the demand for its native cryptocurrency fell short.
Bitcoin Gambling Site SatoshiBet No Longer Accepting US Customers
Bitcoin gambling site SatoshiBet has announced that it is shutting off access to its platform for US users.
Regulated Gambling Platform Cozy Games Accepts Bitcoin in Industry First
Payment processor GoCoin has teamed up with iGaming operator Cozy Games to deliver digital currency payments on its platform.
Spain Cracks Down on Bitcoin Gambling Loopholes
The Spanish government has issued new guidelines on bitcoin that could affect both gamblers and cryptocurrency businesses.
Why Bitcoin's Gambling Boom is Only Just Getting Started
Bitcoin has seen some success in online gambling, and greater rewards remain for those that overcome the challenges.
Bitcoin Betting Kicks Off for Brazil World Cup
CoinDesk looks at the ways to enjoy a bitcoin bet on the World Cup tournament, starting tomorrow.
Can Bitcoin Help Predict the Future?
Prediction markets attempt use 'crowd wisdom' to predict the future and some are now factoring bitcoin into their models.
Bitcoin Enthusiast Loses Price Bet, Eats Hat
An extremely optimistic American has filmed himself eating his hat after losing a bet on the BTC price.
