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washingtonpost.compolitics8 days 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.
New York Postsports10 days ago
New York sportsbooks and bettors split $587.6 million in wagers during NBA Finals week
New York sportsbooks recorded a $48.5 million loss during Games 3 to 5 of the NBA Finals. DraftKings alone posted more than $14 million in losses on $195.6 million in handle for the week ending June 14.
France 24sports18 days ago
2026 World Cup Group Stage Nears End With France, Spain, Argentina Leading Title Odds
The 48-team tournament opened June 11 across North America and runs through July 19. France sits at +370 to win the title, followed by Spain at +500 and Argentina at +600 as of June 25.
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betakit.combusiness25 days ago
Wealthsimple Strikes Deal With Kalshi to Offer Prediction Market Bets
The agreement will let Canadian users place bets on interest rate decisions, stocks, and weather through Wealthsimple's platform.
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New York Postworld49 days ago
Kyle Kuzma places $36,000 bet on Spencer Pratt for Los Angeles mayor
Former Lakers forward Kyle Kuzma posted a $36,000 wager on Spencer Pratt to win the Los Angeles mayoral race. The bet would pay $133,588.89 if successful.
nypost.comworld51 days ago
Knicks face Cavaliers in Game 3 of playoff series
The Knicks travel to Cleveland on Saturday for Game 3. The team enters on a nine-game playoff win streak that began one month ago.
techjuice.pkfinance54 days ago
Senate Committee Examines Prediction Markets and Sports Integrity
A Senate Commerce Committee hearing addressed concerns about prediction markets and their potential effects on sports competitions. Officials raised questions about whether financial incentives could influence athlete behavior.
Fox Newsworld55 days ago
Cavs to face Knicks in Eastern Conference series opener
The Cleveland Cavaliers will play the New York Knicks in the first game of their series. The Knicks enter after a longer rest period while the Cavaliers have played 15 postseason games.
Usa Todaybusiness67 days ago
Large Bet on U.S. Invasion of Cuba in 2026 Draws Scrutiny on Prediction Market
An anonymous trader placed a $57,500 bet on Polymarket that the U.S. will invade Cuba in 2026. The size of the position, placed shortly after the account was created, prompted analysts to question whether the trader had nonpublic information. The trader later sold most of the pos…