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abcnews.go.compolitics2 hrs ago
NCAA President Baker Seeks Dramatic Limits on Prop Betting
Charlie Baker called for restrictions on prop bets after reports of abuse directed at student athletes. CBS News aired his July 1 interview on Face the Nation. The NCAA has tracked hundreds of related incidents since 2023.
Wiredscience6 hrs ago
New California Wildfire Prediction Market Opens with Simulated Trading Only, Real-Money Betting Pending
A new platform called Wyldfyre opened simulated trading on California fires using NASA and federal perimeter data. Earlier, Polymarket hosted nearly 20 wildfire questions in January 2025 that drew $1.2 million in bets. Federal and state agencies said they do not use such data for…
Forbesfinance10 hrs ago
UFC 329 in Las Vegas to Feature McGregor vs Holloway Welterweight Rematch
UFC 329 takes place Saturday in Las Vegas with Conor McGregor facing Max Holloway in the main event. The welterweight bout is a rematch of their 2013 fight. Early betting odds favor Holloway at -225.
news.sky.comsports10 hrs ago
Illegal Casinos Use AI Deepfakes of Bellingham and Fernandes to Promote Betting Sites
Nightwin and QH88 presented the players as official partners through fabricated articles, photographs and video. The Guardian reported the sites operate without required licenses in the UK while targeting users there.
finance1 day ago
Americans Expected to Eat 150 Million Hot Dogs on July 4
The National Hot Dog and Sausage Council estimates 150 million hot dogs will be consumed today. The Nathan’s Famous contest returns to Coney Island with betting markets offering odds on the outcome.
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investopedia.comsports1 day ago
Brazil Cracks Down on Betting Ads During World Cup
Brazilian officials ordered two media outlets and four betting operators to explain content that may have violated rules. The government also suspended any ads found in breach of current regulations.
washingtonpost.comsports2 days ago
Poll Finds 17% of U.S. Adults Highly Excited About World Cup
A new survey shows limited overall excitement for the ongoing World Cup among U.S. adults. Soccer fans report higher engagement through social media and betting than through traditional fandom.
winnipegfreepress.comsports4 days ago
Betting Markets Set Odds for 2026 FIFA World Cup
Sportsbooks have released betting lines for the 2026 men's soccer World Cup. The tournament will be hosted across the United States, Canada, and Mexico.
espn.comsports5 days ago
Dodgers hold shortest World Series odds at 2-1 as Phillies and Brewers shorten
The Los Angeles Dodgers remain the betting favorites to win the 2026 World Series at +200. The Philadelphia Phillies and Milwaukee Brewers have shortened their odds after stronger recent performance.
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news.sky.compolitics5 days agoUpdated
Former Conservative MP Craig Williams Pleads Guilty to Election Betting Offence
Craig Williams admitted using confidential information from Downing Street meetings to place bets on the 2024 UK general election date. A second defendant, Amy Hind, also pleaded guilty to similar charges.
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deccanchronicle.comsports8 days ago
Player Wins First Career Title at Mallorca Event
A player secured his first professional title at the Mallorca event after a strong performance. The match earned recognition from a betting partner as the shot of the day.
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washingtonpost.comworld9 days ago
Illinois Man Sues DraftKings After Losing Over $2 Million, Alleging VIP Perks Fueled Addiction
Dane Miller filed a federal complaint on June 24 alleging DraftKings ignored signs of addiction and provided VIP incentives that escalated his betting. He lost his job, drafted a suicide note, and later entered recovery. The suit seeks damages from DraftKings and two casino partn…
business10 days ago
Brisbane Hosts Sydney in AFL Round 16 at the Gabba
Sydney faced Brisbane in an AFL match at the Gabba on 25 June 2026. The game began at 7:32 p.m. under clear conditions. A former umpire also appeared in court that day on betting fraud charges.
pymnts.comtechnology11 days agoUpdated
Meta Developing Arena App for Event Forecasts Using Points System, Has Not Ruled Out Real-Money Betting
Meta is building an experimental prediction-market-style app called Arena that would let users forecast outcomes in politics, sports, entertainment and world affairs. The project uses a points system and revives an earlier Forecast product from 2020. CoinDesk reported the details…
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yardbarker.comsports13 days ago
Giants rookie Bryce Eldridge batting .348 in June, still trails betting favorite for NL Rookie of the Year
San Francisco Giants outfielder Bryce Eldridge has posted the top batting average and OPS among qualified National League rookies since his recall from Triple-A on May 4. Manager Tony Vitello said on June 18 the team wants to maximize his at-bats.
channel4.compolitics13 days ago
Poll Finds 44 Percent Want Election Betting Banned, 30 Percent Want It Legal
A new Politico survey found that a plurality of U.S. adults believe wagering on election results should be illegal. Views differed on other forms of prediction market betting such as sports and weather.
Le Mondesports13 days ago
FIFA Signs Deal With ADI Predictstreet to Offer Prediction Markets at 2026 World Cup
FIFA announced a partnership with ADI Predictstreet and Fanatics to promote prediction markets during the 2026 tournament. The move marks the first time the organization has endorsed this form of betting.
freepressjournal.inworld15 days ago
Kalshi Launches Celebrity Ads With Messi and Chalamet to Boost Sports-Betting Audience
@CBSNews reported that Kalshi launched athlete-focused campaigns tied to the NBA Finals and FIFA World Cup. The platform also signed a multi-year deal with actor Timothée Chalamet.
The Independentsports16 days agoUpdated
Ivory Coast Forward Elye Wahi Initially Barred Then Cleared for Canada World Cup Match
Wahi received travel authorization hours after an initial denial tied to a French betting investigation. The Ivorian Football Federation confirmed the reversal on Thursday.
yardbarker.comsports16 days ago
Scottie Scheffler Listed as +450 Favorite for 2026 U.S. Open, Rory McIlroy at +930
Scheffler enters the 2026 U.S. Open as the betting favorite for the 15th consecutive major. Rory McIlroy, Jon Rahm and others follow on the odds board.
CoinDeskfinance17 days ago
Kentucky Sues Prediction Market Platforms Over Sports Betting
Kentucky filed suit against two prediction market companies, alleging they offered unlicensed sports betting. The state also cited the platforms' partners for failing to provide required gambling-addiction resources.
api.foxsports.comsports17 days agoUpdated
Scottie Scheffler Favored to Win 2026 U.S. Open at +450 Odds
Scottie Scheffler enters the 2026 U.S. Open as the betting favorite at +450. Rory McIlroy, Jon Rahm, Xander Schauffele and Cameron Young follow as the next most-favored players.
yardbarker.comsports17 days ago
2026 NBA Draft Prospects Lead Betting Markets for Top Selections
Betting markets show AJ Dybantsa as the favorite to be selected first overall by the Washington Wizards. Several other top prospects have defined odds for picks two through seven.
ESPNsports18 days ago
Golf Experts Share Picks for 2026 U.S. Open Winner
ESPN asked its golf experts who they expect to win the 2026 U.S. Open. A betting specialist also outlined where value may exist in wagering markets.
vanguardngr.comsports18 days ago
Yordan Alvarez leads AL MVP odds after Aaron Judge injury
Yordan Alvarez moved to the top of American League MVP betting odds following an injury to previous leader Aaron Judge. Jacob Misiorowski became the favorite in the NL Cy Young race after strong performances by Milwaukee Brewers pitchers.
nbcnews.comsports18 days ago
Texas Tech Quarterback Brendan Sorsby Enters NFL Supplemental Draft
Brendan Sorsby will skip his remaining college eligibility at Texas Tech to enter the NFL supplemental draft. The move follows a legal decision that cleared him to play despite prior betting activity on his own team.
ESPNsports18 days agoUpdated
U.S. Open Begins at Shinnecock Hills with Scheffler as Favorite
The 2026 U.S. Open is underway at Shinnecock Hills in New York. Scottie Scheffler enters as the betting favorite while the course setup and daily schedules draw attention from viewers.
rte.ieworld19 days ago
Jury in Donaldson trial hears closing arguments on accusers' accounts
Prosecutors asked jurors to consider the visible distress of two women who accused Sir Jeffrey Donaldson of sexual abuse between 1985 and 2008. The former Democratic Unionist Party leader denies all 18 charges, including one count of rape. His wife faces a separate trial of the f…
vanguardngr.comsports19 days ago
Yordan Alvarez leads AL MVP odds after Aaron Judge injury
Yordan Alvarez became the betting favorite for AL MVP at +105. Jacob Misiorowski took the NL Cy Young lead at -140 following a 15-strikeout shutout.
ESPNsports20 days ago
Deion Sanders Says Gambling by Players on Their Own Sport Is Wrong
Colorado head coach Deion Sanders criticized athletes betting on games they play in an interview with The Associated Press. The comments came before a court restored Texas Tech quarterback Brendan Sorsby's eligibility after an NCAA betting ban.
Benzingafinance21 days ago
DraftKings and Flutter Entertainment Stocks Rise but Remain Below Peaks as Revenue Growth Slows
DraftKings shares reached $29 and Flutter Entertainment shares reached $110 as analysts forecast record U.S. betting on the FIFA World Cup.
New York Postsports22 days ago
Nigeria goalkeeper Okoye plays full 90 minutes in 2-1 loss to Portugal after serving betting suspension
Maduka Okoye played the full 90 minutes and recorded four saves in Nigeria's 2-1 loss to Portugal on Thursday. A social media post about the goalkeeper has drawn millions of views.
cointelegraph.compolitics25 days ago
Trump Regulators Propose New Oversight Rules for Prediction Markets
Regulators under President Trump have drafted new guidelines for prediction markets that preserve most sports betting while targeting obvious manipulation risks.
The Hillsports26 days ago
NCAA Appeals Limited Injunction Allowing Texas Tech QB Brendan Sorsby to Play After Sitting Out Two Games
The NCAA filed an accelerated appeal late Monday after a Texas judge granted Brendan Sorsby a temporary injunction against his gambling ban. Sorsby admitted betting on games while at Indiana and has completed addiction treatment.
bbc.co.ukworld26 days ago
Donaldson Tells Police He Did Not Sexually Abuse Complainants and Denies Apology in Final Interview Segment Played at Trial
At Newry Crown Court, jurors listened to Sir Jeffrey Donaldson state that a 2020 letter to one complainant was not an apology for sexual abuse. Lady Eleanor Donaldson, deemed unfit for trial, faces a trial of the facts on five aiding-and-abetting charges.
nbcnews.compolitics26 days ago
Polymarket Traders See Over 60% Chance of U.S.-Brokered Iran-Israel Ceasefire by July
Betting markets show traders still assign more than 60% probability to a new peace agreement or ceasefire extension before the end of July, down roughly 14 percentage points after recent fighting.
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Substrate placeholder — needs reviewtechnology29 days ago
House Administration Committee Chair Works on Bill to Ban Lawmakers from Election Prediction Market Bets
Rep. Bryan Steil said he is drafting legislation that would prohibit current and former federal lawmakers and candidates from betting on elections and policy outcomes on platforms such as Kalshi and Polymarket. The measure would be attached to a separate bill already approved by…
Benzingafinance30 days ago
Trader Sells Hyperliquid and NEAR Holdings Days After $100,000 Bet
Arthur Hayes sold his full positions in Hyperliquid and NEAR three days after betting $100,000 that HYPE would outperform major cryptocurrencies by year-end. He cited shifts in energy prices, upcoming AI offerings, and market timing as reasons for the exit.
fantasypros.comsports33 days ago
NFL Previews 100 Facts and Questions Ahead of 2026 Season
CBS Sports published a preview listing 100 items tied to the upcoming NFL season. The list covers international games, holiday matchups, MVP betting odds, and quarterback situations.
news.google.comsports36 days ago
Texas Tech QB Brendan Sorsby, Diagnosed With Gambling Disorder, Appeals NCAA Ban After Bets on Indiana
Court documents filed Friday in Lubbock detail Sorsby's four-year betting activity while at Indiana and Cincinnati. He completed a 35-day rehabilitation program and faces a Monday hearing on his request to remain eligible.
Nbc Newssports37 days ago
Former NBA player Terry Rozier faces new federal sports-bribery charges
Federal prosecutors filed additional charges against former NBA player Terry Rozier for sports bribery and honest-services wire fraud conspiracy. The case is part of a larger sports-betting investigation involving the league.
South China Morning Postworld37 days ago
Hong Kong Court Jails Two Footballers and Betting Agent in Match-Fixing Case
A Hong Kong court sentenced former Under-23 player Brian Fok, Brazilian player Luciano Silva da Silva and betting agent Waheed Mohammad to prison terms of up to 17 months. The three were convicted on five charges connected to a police operation that arrested 23 people for suspect…
CBS Sportssports37 days ago
MLB Home Run Prop Picks Issued for May 29 Games
A betting analysis service released home run prop recommendations for three MLB games scheduled for Friday, May 29. The picks focus on matchups at Great American Ball Park, Dodger Stadium and other venues.
nypost.comsports37 days ago
Djokovic to Face Fonseca at French Open on Friday
Novak Djokovic will play Joao Fonseca in the third round of the French Open on Friday. The match is the first meeting between the two players. Djokovic is the second betting favorite to win the tournament.
Forbessports37 days ago
MLB Home Run Betting Picks Highlight Two Left-Handed Hitters for May 29
Forbes published recommended home run bets for the May 29, 2026 MLB slate. The selections focus on two left-handed hitters playing in favorable ballparks and matchups.
thehindubusinessline.compolitics37 days ago
Prediction Markets Show Shifts in Los Angeles Mayoral Primary
Betting markets indicate changes in probabilities for the June 2 primary. Incumbent odds have declined while one challenger has gained ground.
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Nbc Newsworld37 days ago
Man Pleads Guilty to Fraud and Bribery in Pro and College Basketball Betting Cases
Marves Fairley admitted to obtaining nonpublic information for NBA bets and recruiting college players to underperform. Federal prosecutors recommended eight to ten years in prison.
restofworld.orgworld37 days ago
Polymarket Traders See 57 Percent Chance of U.S.-Iran Peace Deal by July 2026
Betting markets show declining odds for a permanent peace agreement between the United States and Iran. Traders on Polymarket currently assign a 57 percent probability to such a deal being reached by July 31, 2026.
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Benzingafinance38 days ago
Prediction Markets Generate $1B in Taxable Activity
The American Gaming Association estimates states and tribes have lost over $1 billion in tax revenue to prediction market platforms. Association president and CEO Bill Miller said the platforms function as unregulated sports betting and called the CFTC a rogue agency.
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citizen.co.zapolitics38 days ago
Democratic Odds in Maine Senate Race Fall on Prediction Markets
Betting markets lowered the implied probability that a Democrat will win Maine's U.S. Senate seat. Public polls still show the likely Democratic nominee ahead of the Republican incumbent.
montrealgazette.comsports38 days ago
Prediction markets list top prospects for sixth overall pick in 2026 NBA Draft
Betting markets show Darius Acuff Jr. as the leading candidate to be selected sixth overall. The team holding that selection also has several roster spots to fill.
CBS Sportssports38 days ago
SEC Requires Athletes to View Sports Betting Education Video Before 2026-27 Season
The Southeastern Conference will mandate a sports gambling education video for athletes ahead of the 2026-27 season. Athletes must complete the viewing before starting regular-season competition.
nypost.comsports39 days ago
Student Returns to Campus Under Strict Supervision Plan
A university student will resume classes with outpatient care, therapy, financial oversight, and device monitoring in place. The plan also includes software to block betting sites and periodic compliance checks.
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yardbarker.comfinance40 days ago
Ludvig Aberg Favored at 2026 Charles Schwab Challenge at Colonial
The PGA Tour plays the Charles Schwab Challenge this week at Colonial Country Club in Fort Worth. Ludvig Aberg enters as the betting favorite after a strong recent stretch.
France 24world41 days ago
Enhanced Games Begin in Las Vegas with Athletes Using Performance-Enhancing Drugs
The Enhanced Games opened in Las Vegas featuring athletes taking performance-enhancing drugs under medical supervision. Organizers say the event aims to set new records. The competition has drawn sponsorships and sports betting interest.
New York Postsports43 days ago
Sports column maintains $50 bet on pitcher after rainout
A baseball betting column will keep its wager on a starting pitcher despite a postponement. The game was rescheduled as a doubleheader the following day.
Substrate placeholder — needs reviewfinance47 days ago
Congress Considers Bills Targeting Campaign Fund Use in Prediction Markets
Lawmakers have introduced more than a dozen bills this year addressing prediction market platforms. One measure under preparation would bar the use of campaign funds for betting on such platforms.
thehindubusinessline.comworld49 days ago
Prediction markets expand from forecasting tools to betting platforms
Prediction markets are growing beyond simple forecasting systems and now function as betting platforms. The shift raises questions about how these tools operate at larger scale.
bangkokpost.comworld50 days ago
Finnish Duo and Australian Singer Favored to Win Eurovision Final
A Finnish violinist-singer duo and an Australian performer lead betting odds ahead of the Eurovision Song Contest grand final scheduled for Saturday. The event has faced a boycott by multiple participating countries over Israel's involvement in the competition. Organizers proceed…
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politics50 days ago
Albanese Government Bans Gambling Ads on Jerseys, in Stadiums and During Daytime, Rejects Total Ban and National Regulator
The Albanese government released its response to the Peta Murphy gambling inquiry this week, imposing partial restrictions on sports betting advertising while ignoring calls for a national regulator. Critics including Mark Kempster, Andrew Wilkie and Tim Costello described the mo…