Online Gambling Highlights In January 2009

(PRWEB) January 16, 2009 -- Leading online casino watchdog and news service, Online Gambling Insider, takes a look at what is making news in online gambling so far this year. "January is usually fairly quiet in online gambling circles after the holiday hangovers, but half way through the month there signs are that things are returning to normal," said Ryan D, founding editor at Online Gambling Insider.

With the NFL Playoffs in full swing, a number of online sportsbooks are offering some great promotions. At Sportsbook.com (http://www.online-gambling-insider.com/online-gambling/ogi-sportsbook.com-review.html), players can take advantage of -105 odds every Friday, so there is still time to get juiced up in the final Playoff round. At another top sportsbook, Intertops.com, players can claim a special Conference Finals bonus of 20% up to $100 if they make a deposit before January 18. "Football fever is riding high with the Conference Finals this weekend and betting enthusiasts will be well advised to shop around for the best value, like in our NFL Betting Guide," Ryan added.

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