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Tips for online sports betting in Maryland

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All sportsbooks in Maryland offer their unique way of betting on sports. To help you decide, we have made this simple guide. This guide helps in picking the best betting site for your needs. If you are looking to gamble in Maryland, this is the place to start. Betting in Maryland is legal if done in person at a “sportsbook”. Unlike states like Nevada that view sports betting as an unregulated form of gambling, Maryland has a long-standing regulatory framework for sports wagering. The Maryland Lottery Commission regulates all forms of gambling. The state’s Department of Legislative Services publishes details of the state’s regulatory framework, including definitions of terms like “sports” and “betting.” Here is a basic breakdown of tips to follow when betting in Maryland.

  • Online sports betting sites are growing in popularity every year.
  • Betting odds are listed by bookmakers on their websites.

Understand the basics and odds

The betting experience in Maryland starts with understanding the basic rules of online sports gambling. First, you will need to register for online sports betting account. The Maryland Lottery offers a convenient online registration process for two of its betting platforms: BetMGM and William Hill. Both are available on desktop computers or mobile devices. (A third platform, FanDuel, is currently only available via desktop.) The Maryland Lottery also offers a registration guide with step-by-step instructions. Once you sign up, you must verify your account. You can do this by submitting an image of your driver’s license or passport to confirm your identity and proof of address — such as a utility bill, bank statement, or check stub — to confirm where you live within state borders.

Secondly, it’s wise to know the odds. Understanding what the Maryland sports betting odds mean will help you make better decisions and hopefully increase your chances of winning. The most common sports betting line is the point spread. Point spreads are used to even out the competition in a game that would otherwise be lopsided. In other words, point spreads to make sure that you don’t win just because you bet on the team that scored more points. For example, people will likely be betting on this game if a local high school basketball team has a big rivalry game against a bigger school from out of town. The point spread could be -20 for the local team and +20 for the out-of-town team.

Set a budget and research

The first and most important rule of sports betting is setting a budget and sticking to it. Like with any other type of gambling, you need to know how much money you can afford to lose. It doesn’t have to be a fixed amount; it could be a percentage of your overall bankroll. For example, if your bankroll is $1,000, you could decide that 1% ($10) of your bankroll is the maximum amount you want to risk on a single bet. Alternatively, you could determine that 10% ($100) is the maximum amount you want to risk on a single bet. Betting more money than you’re comfortable losing can lead to reckless decisions down the road, such as chasing losses or making impulsive bets.

While sports betting won’t be available in Maryland until next year, there is plenty of time to research the best betting options. Use the internet to research your games, including teams and players from around the world. This will give you an edge when wagering starts. Several online sportsbooks offer lines on games around the world. In many cases, these sites will have lines up earlier than standard casinos, which can help you get ahead of the competition. While you can use online sportsbooks to get information, it’s essential not to wager at these sites. It is illegal, but it is also an excellent way to lose money quickly. Instead, use these sites for entertainment purposes and wait until Maryland allows sports betting.

Have fun

Before you start betting online, remember that having fun should be your top priority. You don’t have to play for real money every time. Maryland online casinos offer free-to-play games where you can try out the software and learn how each game works without risking your own money. If you decide to play for real money, only spend what you can afford to lose. It’s easy to get carried away when having fun, so set yourself a limit and stick to it. The best way to do this is by setting a daily, weekly, or monthly deposit limit with your online casino before you start playing. After reaching the limit, the casino will stop allowing you to make deposits until the period expires.

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FairPlay joins Mastercard Start Path, shaping the future of AI-driven finance

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Mastercard just announced the latest cohort of Start Path, its award-winning startup engagement program, and FairPlay has been selected as one of the eight companies pioneering the next generation of financial technology.

Why does this matter? AI is playing an increasingly critical role in financial decision-making—determining who gets approved for a loan, what terms they receive, and even how compliance is maintained. But without the right infrastructure, AI models can reinforce old biases instead of driving better, more inclusive outcomes.

“My vision for the future of financial technology is to build fairness infrastructure for financial services, allowing all financial institutions to de-bias their digital decisions in real time,” says Kareem Saleh, CEO of FairPlay.

As part of the Start Path New Networks program, FairPlay will work with Mastercard and its partners to scale solutions that help financial institutions refine their AI models, fix blind spots, and ultimately improve both revenue and outcomes for consumers.

With AI decision-making under increasing regulatory and public scrutiny, this collaboration raises important questions about the future of financial technology that Saleh can speak on:

  • How can AI-driven decisioning improve financial inclusion without increasing risk?
  • What role will open banking play in making AI models more accurate and transparent?
  • How should financial institutions prepare for a future where AI accountability is a market expectation, not just a regulatory requirement?

 

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Official Game Titles for 2025 IESF Season

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The International Esports Federation (IESF) is thrilled to unveil the official game titles for the 2025 IESF Season.

This year’s tournaments will feature five of the most popular Esports titles: Counter-Strike 2, Dota 2, eFootball™ series, Mobile Legends: Bang Bang, and PUBG MOBILE. This marks the third consecutive year that IESF has maintained the same lineup, reflecting the consistency and popularity of these titles in the Worls of Esports.

With 136 member federations organizing National Qualifiers, the road to the 2025 IESF Season is set to be bigger and more competitive than ever. Around the world, national tournaments are already underway, as each federation seeks to crown their nation’s champions who will go on to compete at the highest level.

Igor Nedeski, Esports Manager at IESF, said: “We are proud to continue our collaboration with leading game publishers to ensure the highest quality of competition for the 2025 season. The excitement among athletes is already incredible as they prepare to represent their nations on the grand stage. This year, we  anticipate an even higher level of competition as teams and players push the boundaries of Esports.”

The 17th edition of the IESF Season will not only highlight the competitive excellence of esports athletes but also reinforce IESF’s commitment to inclusivity, diversity, and fair play within the Esports ecosystem. Stay tuned as IESF continues to bring together the best esports talent from around the world for an unforgettable tournaments. For more updates, follow IESF’s official channels and witness the journey to the 2025 season unfold!

 

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Imagine Live Receives ONJN License

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Imagine Live, the live casino provider has been approved by ONJN – the Romanian regulator

Imagine Live is thrilled to announce that it has successfully obtained the Class II license in Romania through its subsidiary ImagineLive Ro for the streaming of Live Casino games.

Martin Martirosyan Imagine Live Group CEO, commented: “Imagine Live is an established brand committed to delivering exceptional products and gaming experiences by putting the player at the centre of the live gaming experience. Imagine Live is equally committed to providing premium and customised live dealer solutions with bespoke tables and studios for our Romanian operator partners to ensure a complete brand experience that players enjoy and return, which drives deeper engagement and revenue opportunities.

The successful regulatory Class II approval from the Romanian ONJN regulatory authority further underpins our company’s growth plans and investments for state-of-the-art live dealer studios and customised live dealer product experiences.”

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