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US election betting is on a roll
In the months leading up to election day, people from around the world have placed millions of dollars in wagers on who will be the next American presidentWorld - Financial Times - 6 days ago -
NBA betting: Three futures bets to make on all 30 teams this season
While not every team is a contender, each one offers a chance to make a betSports - ESPN - October 21 -
The Magnificent 7: place your bets
And the sustainability of US growth outperformanceWorld - Financial Times - October 29 -
Concerns over 2024 election betting
New data shows more than $100 million has been legally wagered on the Kamala Harris and Donald Trump presidential race. Koleman Strumpf, the Burchfield Presidential Chair of Political Economy at ...Top stories - CBS News - 5 days ago -
Don’t bet on a taxing outcome for UK gambling companies
Fears that money would flow from the regulated sector has long deterred action against the industryBusiness - Financial Times - October 14 -
Flutter chief warns on US betting tax rises
FanDuel owner says punitive duties could push customers towards unlicensed operatorsBusiness - Financial Times - October 15 -
Polymarket and PredictIt Gain Bets and Split From Polls
Supporters say the platforms are better at predicting the election. But questions have arisen about recent big bets, as they show a big lead for Donald Trump.Business - The New York Times - October 16 -
NBA's Silver: No regrets on backing legal betting
NBA commissioner Adam Silver says he does not regret a 2014 op-ed in which he supported changing U.S. law on sports betting, part of a movement that changed the sports landscape in the past decade.Sports - ESPN - October 16 -
A Top University Bet on D.E.I. What Went Wrong?
We cover the impact of college diversity programs.Top stories - The New York Times - October 16 -
Betting odds and lines for every NFL game
The updated lines -- ATS, money line and totals -- for all games in Week 7.Sports - ESPN - October 17 -
Which team owns betting in the Big Apple?
How does the betting market compare between New York teams?Sports - ESPN - October 17 -
Paquetá requests probe into alleged betting leaks
West Ham midfielder Lucas Paquetá has asked the Football Association to investigate how information from its case against him over alleged breaches of betting rules has been leaked to the media.Sports - ESPN - October 18 -
NBA betting storylines: Money on Celtics, Knicks and ... Bronny?
How will load management impact lines? Who are bettors supporting most heading into the season?Sports - ESPN - October 21 -
Take political betting markets literally, not seriously
Or is it the other way around?World - Financial Times - October 21 -
Elon Musk’s riskiest bet yet: Donald Trump
The billionaire entrepreneur has gone all-in behind the Republican candidate. If he wins, the prize could be substantial influence over the administrationBusiness - Financial Times - October 21 -
The White House Bet Big on Intel. Will It Backfire?
A plan to revive U.S. chip manufacturing rests partly on a company that is firing workers and delaying factories, even as the government pushes for the opposite.Business - The New York Times - October 24 -
Democrats bet on abortion rights to fire up voters
Also in today’s newsletter, Trump takes a slim lead on the economy, according to our latest pollWorld - Financial Times - October 24 -
Betting Markets Favor Trump. But Their Record of Accuracy Is Mixed.
Proponents believe that having real money on the line, and a large crowd of investors, encourages a more accurate election forecast than polling data can provide.Top stories - The New York Times - October 25 -
By the numbers: Commanders' Hail Mary 'not great' for sportsbooks
Washington's miraculous win, a pair of NCAA unbeatens and the rest of the biggest weekend betting storylines.Sports - ESPN - October 28 -
Halloween costume chain Spirit bet on the pop-up model and won
Spirit Halloween's success as a seasonal pop-up retailer is leading it to make a foray into Christmas with 10 temporary stores.Top stories - CBS News - October 29 -
Betting on Joy, Ryan Reynolds Brings Audiences Together
MNTN’s chief creative officer talks about how joy makes audiences stay.Business - Inc. - 6 days ago -
Betting the Breeders' Cup: Is it time for City of Troy?
Saturday's $7 million Breeders' Cup Classic highlights two days of racing. Here's what to know to bet the races.Sports - ESPN - 5 days ago -
U.K. Budget Makes a Big Bet on Spending for Growth
The Labour Party is betting that extra spending on public services and more investment will eventually revitalize the country’s stagnant economy.Business - The New York Times - 5 days ago -
Rams' McVay 'wouldn't bet against' Nacua playing
Rams head coach Sean McVay says he "wouldn't bet against" receiver Puka Nacua (knee) playing against the Seahawks on Sunday.Sports - ESPN - 4 days ago -
Dollar weakens as investors rein in bets on Trump victory
Markets move after poll shows unexpected groundswell of support for Kamala Harris ahead of Tuesday’s electionBusiness - Financial Times - Yesterday -
Betting buzz: The worst bad beat of the year?
One Tua Tagovailoa cost prop bettors, a losing streak came to an end and big underdogs continue to win outright in this week's NFL betting storylines.Sports - ESPN - Yesterday -
South Carolina women clear-cut betting favorites
South Carolina was viewed as a second-tier contender, not one of the clear favorites, entering last season. Oddsmakers aren't doubting the Gamecocks this season, though.Sports - ESPN - Yesterday -
First bets: Early picks for NFL Week 10
What are the lines we're looking at before movement later in the week?Sports - ESPN - Yesterday -
Coinbase's big election bet is about to be tested
Coinbase emerged as a top corporate donor this election cycle, backing candidates the company viewed as supporting its pro-crypto agenga.Business - CNBC - 10 hours ago -
Trump Is Betting Big on Musk’s Swing-State Moonshot
The candidate is leaning on an unusual canvassing effort funded by Elon Musk. If successful, it could usher in a new era when billionaires dominate ground campaigns.Business - The New York Times - 6 hours ago -
Election betting: Appeals court fast-tracks CFTC challenge to Kalshi political bets
The Commodity Futures Trading Commission opposes the offer of bets on political races offered in contracts by Kalshi and other event-based platforms.Business - CNBC - October 14 -
The Jontay Porter Rule: NBA and betting partners will not take prop bets on low-salary players
Major sports books will not offer bets involving NBA players making the lowest salaries in an agreement between the league and its betting partners.Sports - Yahoo Sports - October 18 -
Betting by the numbers: Barkley bet more than some NFL teams, a 'fake' in Texas-Georgia, Daniels injury moves lines
Saquon Barkley's revenge game, Jayden Daniels' injury and a unique set of line moves in college football headlines the betting action this past weekend.Sports - ESPN - October 21 -
Grealish loses £500 bet over Trent England goal
Jack Grealish has said Trent Alexander-Arnold's free-kick goal against Finland has cost him £500 after joking with the defender he'd give him '500 quid' if he scored.Sports - ESPN - October 14 -
Caleb Williams and Jayden Daniels making rookie QBs a popular bet
Rookie quarterbacks take center stage and all the other biggest betting storylines from this past weekend.Sports - ESPN - October 15 -
US election bets surge after court lifts ban
Traders on prediction markets narrowly favour a Trump victory over Harris next monthWorld - Financial Times - October 15 -
Pro-Harris ad to run during BET Hip Hop Awards
An ad in support of Vice President Harris geared toward African American voters will run during the BET Hip Hop Awards, a music awards event airing Tuesday night. The ad, dubbed “Wallet” and ...Politics - The Hill - October 15 -
How Davante Adams trade impacts fantasy, betting odds
While the Jets have high hopes for an Adams-Aaron Rodgers reunion, fantasy managers should be careful.Sports - ESPN - October 16