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Top 10 Most Known Gambling and Casino Strategies in North America
Betting and casino games are all forms of gambling that most people from diverse regions of the globe partake in. While gambling is a leisure activity, it feels good when you play it and also get to win at times. Unfortunately, gambling is usually wired in a way that the gambling service providers are the ones that usually end up gaining. So, could there be strategies that players can craft to help them win against the service providers?
Well, in this article we take you through some 10 most known gambling and casino strategies in North America:
1. Always consider your bankroll
It is best to always be considerate of your budget before you decide to engage in any gambling activity. As good rule, always set a fixed budget for your gambling session and stick by the budget whether you win or lose. Trying to chase your losses will only lead to making massive losses too expensive to afford.
2. Consider playing the free games
Another tip you can follow is to go for the free games that are most commonly offered by the online bookmarkers. Try doing this just before you decide to put in your real hard earned money. Always, practice makes perfect and by playing free games you will soon master the art of the game. Once you get acquainted with the slots games or any other gambling games, then you can begin placing small wagers to try your luck.
3. Never gamble under the influence
Gambling under the influence of intoxicating substances is the worst mistake you can make. Drugs impair your ability to make rational decisions that would otherwise help you decide when to stop chasing losses. This strategy advises you to steer clear of betting when you are drunk from alcohol or merry after taking other drugs. In fact you can only be able to win serious bets when you are sober and understand what you doing.
4. Opt for games with the best odds
Odds are usually designed in a way that they give the casino an edge. This is why it is best to look for table games or the slots machines that feature the best odds. There are claims made by players that table games usually have better odds than the slots, however doing some more research is even much better.
5. Learn the gamble laws of North America
North America is a huge continent with big countries such as the USA, Canada and Mexico among others. Each jurisdiction has its own set of laws that govern the gambling activities within it. In Canada for instance, each state usually has its own set of gaming laws that as a gambler you will need to acquaint yourself with.
6. Always go for promotions and bonuses
Some casinos offer monthly promotions or bonuses to their clients based on their criteria of offerings. You can always take advantage of such promotion or bonus offerings to win big and also benefit as you enjoy fun. To enjoy this strategy you have to shop around for casinos that are offering bonuses or promotions.
7. The Parley strategy
This strategy works on the fashion in which it encourages you to increase your bets when you are winning. Parley is a progressive betting strategy where you move on to the next action based on the result you get from your initial wager. This strategy comes in handy for players who have previously made losses trying to chase lost wagers. Play it if you wish to avoid making huge losses from gambling.
8. The Pivot strategy
This strategy works best for the roulette games and is also a progressive betting strategy aimed at reducing losses. As with many other types of progressive betting strategies, the pivot strategy aims at cutting losses and reducing the level of risk that’s taken when your winning increases. It can also be used in other casino games like baccarat or blackjack.
9. Flat betting
This strategy is commonly used when playing roulette and blackjack games of casino. This strategy is best used by beginner gamblers as it helps them study things out first before they slowly venture into serious gambling. With this trick, you stick to a flat rate regardless of winning or losing a bet. A case of example in this strategy is continuously wagering $6 whether you win or lose.
10. The Martingale strategy
In this betting strategy, the player is required to double their bet or wager after a loss. The reasoning behind this strategy is that there is a chance that you could win and recover your loss. It sounds awkward but should you be able to win after a doubling your bet, you smile all the way after making a recovery.
This summer is shaping up to be a strong one for Atlantic City casinos and their online gambling operating partners. According to the latest data collected by the state, the total gambling revenue for the casinos and their operating partners from in-state online gambling was nearly $250 million during July. That represents a nearly 27% increase over last year’s total revenue for July, and it comes on top of a more than 23% year-over-year increase measured during the month of June.
In all, revenue this year from online gambling through the end of July topped $1.6 billion, up 23.3% compared to the same period last year, according to a report from the state’s Division of Gaming Enforcement, which regularly tracks gambling revenue earned legally in New Jersey.
The revenue gains from online gambling do not appear to have come at the expense of in-person gambling this summer, according to the DGE data. Revenue from gambling at the casinos also grew in both June and July, although at more modest rates, with year-to-date collections totaling $1.66 billion through the end of July, the report said.
Amid the online-gambling revenue upswing, state policymakers decided earlier this summer to increase the state tax levied on legal online gambling offered by casinos and their operating partners.
The online gambling tax hike, as well as an increase in the state tax levied on mobile sports betting, came as part of a broader plan to raise an additional $600 million in annual revenue for the state budget.
The two gambling tax hikes, which went into effect on July 1, are projected to increase the revenues the state collects from casino taxes and fees by more than $200 million annually, according to estimates from the Department of the Treasury.
According to the report issued by Stockton University, which is based in Atlantic County, the casino industry’s gross gambling revenues totaled nearly $5.7 billion in 2024.
Last year, the total from taxes and fees levied on casino operators in New Jersey topped $880 million, according to a report issued earlier this year by Stockton University.
This included $572 million in revenue that went directly into New Jersey’s Casino Revenue Fund, the report said. That fund, by law, benefits programs and services for senior citizens and disabled residents.
In all, online gambling on traditional casino games, like poker and blackjack, netted casino operators $2.4 billion in gross revenue last year, followed by slots, $2.1 billion; table games, $699.7 million; mobile sports betting, $486.5 million; and in-person sports betting, $6.5 million, according to the report, which cited state data.
And even before the increased state tax rates that were put in place earlier this summer, the tax revenue generated by casino gambling in New Jersey was trending up, the report said.
Virginia lawmakers are actively debating whether to establish a new regulatory agency to oversee iGaming. The joint subcommittee discussed a bill to create the Virginia Gaming Commission. It would manage all gambling verticals beyond the lottery.
Delegate Paul Krizek said: “The Virginia Gaming Commission is a step we need to preserve the good.”
Currently, the Virginia Lottery regulates sports betting and casinos, while other agencies manage charitable gaming and horse racing. Lawmakers also considered legalizing online casinos, including real-money platforms.
Delegate Marcus Simon introduced HB 2171 earlier this year. The bill aimed to authorize a real money online casino market under casino-lottery oversight. While the bill failed, Simon explained that the aim remains to curb illegal offshore platforms.
“My goal is to bring it under a regulated umbrella where we can have some oversight and supervision,” Simon said.
The subcommittee reviewed revenue projections estimating up to $5.3 billion in taxable income from online casinos over five years. The estimates included increased land-based casino revenue of 8.4%.
Experts raised concerns about real money online casino risks. Keith Whyte from Safer Gambling Strategies urged strong enforcement and safer gaming tools. Whyte noted: “Players could be encouraged… to take control through deposit limits, time limits, budget calculators, and personalized dashboards.”
Mental health advisor Brianne Doura-Schawohl backed up Whyte’s statement, warning that such products are dangerous without safeguards.
Former New Jersey regulator David Rebuck testified that iGaming complemented land-based casinos there. He pointed to New Jersey’s market, where online play boosted tourism and in-person casino revenue.
However, some Virginia legislators expressed skepticism, citing fears of cannibalization. They questioned whether online casinos might draw customers away from brick-and-mortar venues.
Industry experts countered that New Jersey and Michigan showed the opposite effect. Rebuck explained: “The evidence demonstrates iGaming expands the player base rather than cannibalizes physical casinos.”
Supporters argued that Virginia’s land-based operators could benefit from cross-promotion, loyalty programs, and expanded reach to players in rural areas.
The subcommittee must make recommendations by November 30, 2025. Officials expect the commission’s creation will precede legalization of online casinos. The Virginia lawmakers will review feasibility and revise HB 2171 before the 2026 legislative session.
DraftKings has introduced credit card deposit ban for US customers. This decision aligns them with other major gambling operators, such as Fanatics Betting & Gaming, Betr, and Sporttrade, which have already banned credit card funding for wagering accounts.
It also comes on the heels of another major announcement by DraftKings. Starting September 1, DraftKings will charge a 50-cent fee for every mobile and online bet placed in Illinois using its Sportsbook platform. This change follows a similar move by FanDuel.
DraftKings CEO, Jason Robins, expressed his disappointment with Illinois policymakers for significantly raising the tax rate. He is worried that this could hurt the legal sports betting industry, while the illegal market continues to operate without paying taxes or providing any consumer protections.
DraftKings has informed its users that any saved credit card information will be disabled.
Moving forward, players will need to utilize alternative payment methods, including:
• Debit Cards
• ACH and wire transfers
• PayPal, Venmo
• Apple Pay
• Gift Cards
Bettors can also use cash at physical locations to fund their accounts.
DraftKings describes this step as a “strategic business decision” aimed at shielding customers from the high interest rates and cash advance fees usually associated with credit card deposits in gambling. Unlike regulatory demands, this decision was internally driven but coincides with growing scrutiny from regulators.
DraftKings has decided to stop accepting credit cards for deposits in the US due to worries about customer safety and more scrutiny from regulators. Recently, the company faced a significant fine in Massachusetts, where it is based. The Massachusetts Gaming Commission fined DraftKings $450,000 for allowing credit card deposits, which goes against state laws.
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