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Election betting is newly legal — and risks getting confused with polls
Wagers have been flooding in after a ruling opened the door to U.S. users placing bets on ballot outcomes, raising concerns that the lines between elections and sports would blur.Top stories - NBC News - 6 days ago -
Would You UberEats a Sweater or a New Pair of Sneakers? Founders Are Betting on It
Consumer companies are partnering with Uber to offer time-rushed customers last-minute delivery.Business - Inc. - 6 days ago -
Trump victory bets and strong US economy power dollar gains
Greenback enjoys strongest month in two years ahead of presidential electionBusiness - Financial Times - 6 days ago -
Don’t take the betting market odds on Tuesday’s U.S. election too seriously
This year’s U.S. presidential election has suddenly made betting on politics a topic of mainstream conversation.Business - MarketWatch - 3 days ago -
Gambling on 'vibes' — why the betting markets are getting the election all wrong
The betting markets currently have Donald Trump at a 62% chance of winning Tuesday's election, but this is based on the bettors' models that rely on social media engagement, which may not ...Politics - The Hill - 4 days ago -
Morning Report — Sure bet: White House winner faces divided nation
In today’s issue: Sure bet: White House winner faces divided nation In a race to the wire, Vice President Harris will return to Pennsylvania today after focusing on younger voters in Michigan ...Politics - The Hill - 3 days ago -
Trump’s lead over Harris in betting market erodes as platforms tighten odds
Top platforms had placed Republican ahead but Democrat is catching up and even leads on one app. US election 2024 live: latest polls, results and updates Betting markets have narrowed ...World - The Guardian - 3 days ago -
First Satellite Made of Wood Is Launched Into Space
Scientists in Japan constructed the first satellite made of wood by blending age-old woodworking techniques with rocket science.Science - The New York Times - Yesterday -
Christie says he would bet 'about five bucks' on Harris
Former New Jersey governor and GOP presidential candidate Chris Christie said he would "bet about five bucks" on Vice President Harris winning the presidential election during an interview with ...Politics - The Hill - 2 days ago -
Brokerages are raking in millions from your presidential election bets
There’s a lot of money to be made off of election betting, and brokerages are cashing in.Business - MarketWatch - 2 days ago -
Bitcoin surges 10% to a record above $76,000 as Trump victory heralds wider crypto adoption and weaker regulation
Crypto assets rose as investors bet that a second Trump administration will widen fiscal deficits and boost bitcoin as a hedge against higher inflation.Business - CNBC - Yesterday -
Wall Street and bitcoin soar to record highs as Trump wins US election
Dollar up and renewable energy stocks down, while shares in president-elect’s media business rise by more than a third. Analysis: Trump policies mean higher prices Business live – latest ...World - The Guardian - Yesterday -
Bank stocks jump almost 12% as traders bet on less regulation in a Trump presidency
A handful of well-known bank names jumped as traders ready for a second Trump term.Business - CNBC - Yesterday -
How Trump’s Victory Grants Election Betting Platforms a Promising Future
Long prohibited by regulators, U.S. forecasting sites recently won the right to offer bets on national elections—a liberty Trump is unlikely to roll back after the bettors backed him to win.Business - Inc. - Yesterday -
Here’s how much money was bet on the 2024 presidential election
Donald Trump has won the 2024 presidential election; here’s how much people wagered on the raceBusiness - MarketWatch - 16 hours ago -
As sports betting addiction takes hold in Brazil, the government moves to crack down
The story of “King,” who doesn't disclose his real name, is similar to that of many vulnerable Brazilians in recent yearsWorld - ABC News - 17 hours ago -
Netanyahu bets war strategy on ‘bulldozer’ Katz as Israel waits for Trump
Appointment of less-experienced defence minister will leave prime minister unencumbered as White House lurches rightWorld - Financial Times - Yesterday -
'A star is born:' Elon Musk's big bet on Trump pays off
Elon Musk’s massive bet on President-elect Trump appears to have paid off, as the billionaire owner of Tesla and SpaceX looks ahead to an administration likely to boost his companies and his own ...Politics - The Hill - 23 hours ago -
As sports betting addiction takes hold in Brazil, the government moves to crack down
The story of “King,” who doesn't disclose his real name, is similar to that of many vulnerable Brazilians in recent yearsHealth - ABC News - 17 hours ago -
Alabama at LSU: Turnover battle could turn the tide
Betting Saturday's big SEC matchup between the No. 11 Alabama Tide and No. 14 LSU Tigers? Here's what you need to know.Sports - ESPN - 13 hours ago -
DraftKings cuts full-year outlook, citing unfavorable sports-betting outcomes
DraftKings stock falls as “customer-friendly” sports outcomes early in the current quarter led to a lowered full-year revenue outlook.Business - MarketWatch - 9 hours ago -
DraftKings CEO says sports betting industry is at 'important inflection point'
It's been six years since the Supreme Court lifted the federal ban on sports betting, and the practice is now legal in 38 states and Washington, D.C.Business - CNBC - 7 hours ago -
Georgia vs. Texas prediction, odds, spread, betting line: 2024 college football picks, Week 8 expert prop bets
SportsLine's Jimmie Kaylor revealed his Week 8 CFB picks, predictions and props for the Texas Longhorns vs. Georgia Bulldogs game in Austin on SaturdaySports - CBS Sports - October 19 -
LA Clippers owner Steve Ballmer's $2-billion-plus bet on Intuit Dome
LA Clippers owner Steve Ballmer has spent more than $2 billion on the Intuit Dome, the Clippers' new home in Inglewood. He's hoping it will help propel the team to a championship.Top stories - CBS News - October 13 -
Mets vs. Dodgers NLCS Game 2 prediction: Odds, expert picks, pitching matchup, betting trends, and stats
New York Mets vs. Los Angeles Dodgers NLCS Game 2 PreviewSports - Yahoo Sports - October 14 -
Trump Media stock surges as election betting odds shift, Truth Social launches streaming site
The DJT surge came as some election betting markets shifted in favor of Donald Trump over Kamala Harris, and as Trump Media launched a Truth+ streaming site.Business - CNBC - October 14
