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The LeBron James Decision Prediction Markets Did Not See Coming
LeBron James‘ decision to join the Philadelphia 76ers on Friday triggered one of the fastest repricings ever on prediction markets, as over $273 million worth of contracts scrambled to adjust... The post The LeBron James Decision Prediction Markets Did Not See Coming appeared first on Legal Sports Report.
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FIFA taskforce member contradicts claim of no suspicious World Cup betting
The Copenhagen Group says there were 12 “major controversies” tied to integrity risks at the 2026 World Cup. Switzerland.- FIFA announced earlier this week that there had been no reports of suspicious betting on the 2026 World Cup. That claim was based on the work of its Integrity Task Force, which comprises various i…
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Kalshi’s NBA Title Odds on 76ers Tighten After LeBron James Signs With Philadelphia
LeBron James is headed to Philadelphia after signing a two-year deal with the 76ers, and the team surged up the 2027 NBA Champion odds board at Kalshi. The 76ers are trading at +733 (12% implied probability) as of publication after starting the day at +1567 (6%). Upon the news of LeBron’s new deal around midday […] Th…
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Nuanced Testimony, Terry Duffy’s Misgivings, Netflix Prediction Market Documentary Highlight This Week’s Gambling Industry Bingos & Busts
Testimony before a House subcommittee ends up on either side of our weekly ledger, as we recap top headlines from the gambling industry this week. With the World Cup in our rearview mirror and football season still a few weeks away, sports bettors and bookmakers are able to take a bit of a summer breather. […] The pos…
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FIFA World Cup 2026 closes without a single suspicious betting alert
All 104 matches monitored
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Hot Copy: Boys will be boys
'Bad blood' between Kalshi and Polymarket, World Cup integrity, and Trump's latest money spinner all hit headlines this week. The post Hot Copy: Boys will be boys appeared first on NEXT.io.
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Sponsored PR: DATA.BET Reviews Betting Activity During FIFA World Cup 2026
The company outlines data results across matches, markets, regions, and betting modes
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Para presidente do ILAE, integridade nos eSports não se faz apenas com punições
O cenário dos esportes eletrônicos está ganhando cada vez mais destaque no Brasil e ao redor do mundo. Por isso, a preocupação com a integridade das competições de eSports cresce […] O post Para presidente do ILAE, integridade nos eSports não se faz apenas com punições apareceu primeiro em iGaming Brazil.
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Live & Microbetting’s Rise Represents Real Growth for Sportsbooks, Increased Health Concerns for Users
Remember when pre-flop bets were the only options in sports betting? That’s a rather quaint notion given the rapid rise of live betting and microbets. Scrolling through an amended complaint in the lawsuit filed by Christopher Sage and Terry Thompson against the NFL, DraftKings, FanDuel, Genius Sports, and others, lawy…
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Campaign for Fairer Gambling Asks New Jersey to Ban Microbets
The Campaign for Fairer Gambling (CFG) has released a new paper on microbetting, warning that this rapidly growing form of entertainment is exposing players to increased risks of harm. According to the paper’s authors, the fast-paced nature of microbets turns sports betting into slot machine-style wagering. Critics Sa…
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DATA.BET shares betting insights from FIFA World Cup 2026, France tops wagering activity
Pre-match wagers hold 63% share
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Rob Gorodetsky: Gambler That Allegedly Bribed Malik Beasley Has Long History of Crime & Betting
Almost 10 years ago, Rob Gorodetsky foretold the recent scandals that have hit the NCAA and NBA. “You just pay college kids, inner-city college kids who don’t have any money,” Gorodetsky said. “Give them 10 grand. That’s like a million dollars to them. You know what I’m saying? Have a bad game, here’s 10 grand. […] Th…
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Can multi-event prediction markets challenge the accumulator?
Multi-event trading emerging as a potential rival to sports betting’ accumulators. But can they replicate the appeal of traditional accas? The post Can multi-event prediction markets challenge the accumulator? appeared first on NEXT.io.
Read summary →Discrepancies emerge around FIFA’s World Cup integrity claims
FIFA’s claims of no match-fixing alerts during the World Cup have been refuted by one of its own Integrity Task Force members, the Council of Europe. Earlier this week, the global football governing body was quick to point out that its Integrity Task Force and its international partners have found no suspicious bettin…
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Seven World Cup Markets Flagged for Suspicious Betting Activity, Including Balogun Red Card
The Group of Copenhagen has flagged seven instances where there were betting irregularities at the World Cup. The incidents include Folarin Balogun‘s controversial red card, Spain’s draw with Cape Verde, and a VAR call in another Spain match. FIFA, however, reported that there was no suspicious betting activity or ind…
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CFG warns micro-betting becoming an ‘urgent public health risk’
A new Campaign for Fairer Gambling paper urges New Jersey lawmakers to ban online micro-betting, calling it an urgent public health threat. The post CFG warns micro-betting becoming an ‘urgent public health risk’ appeared first on NEXT.io.
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Ticker Tracker Shows Prediction Markets’ Exponential Growth With Forecasts for Trillions of Dollars By 2030
Prediction markets have grown exponentially since they began offering sports-event contracts last year. A new tool, Ticker Tracker, allows users to chart the rise, and the expectation is that the numbers will continue to grow. “Like all good inventions, it was sort of born out of necessity,” Ticker Tracker founder Eri…
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Macquarie Optimistic About Prediction Markets as Sector Continues to Excel
Australian multinational investment banking and financial services group Macquarie is bullish on the prediction markets sector, trusting it to reach a staggering $1.5 trillion in trading volume by the end of the decade. Analysts added that this figure far exceeds earlier forecasts. Beynon Expects the Prediction Market…
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LiGA Summit 2026 to examine Peru's gaming reforms, prediction markets
On September 17-18
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Circa Survivor docuseries returns with account of record $18.7 million football contest
Third season of the show
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DATA.BET: Bet builders stand yet again in World Cup trading
Spain may have lifted the World Cup trophy, but in the betting industry Bet Builder retained its crown as one of the top products. With the tournament now over, operators, suppliers, and FIFA itself are releasing data detailing betting trading throughout the month-and-a-half-long event – which as always captivated bet…
Read summary →Weekend Conversation Corner – July, 24
Welcome to the newest edition of our Focus Gaming News Weekend Conversation Corner, where we provide a brief overview of the week’s top headlines that have captured global interest. We will summarise the key stories that have impacted the narrative, influenced decisions, and sparked conversations. Join us as we cut th…
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Prime Minister Burnham prefers pubs to bookmakers?
The intervention came as Burnham’s government set out a package of business-rates support for pubs, social clubs and live music venues… The post Prime Minister Burnham prefers pubs to bookmakers? appeared first on iGaming Express.
Read summary →Breaking down the biggest World Cup in history
Record ticket prices, a controversy-shadowed final and FIFA’s biggest financial windfall to date, Insider Sport breaks down the business behind the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Spain added a second star to its kit and ended Lionel Messi’s bid for back‑to‑back World Cups in a final that felt symbolic of the entire tournament. …
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DATA.BET reviews betting activity during FIFA World Cup 2026
The company outlines data results across matches, markets, regions, and betting modes. Press release.- DATA.BET has prepared an analysis of betting activity during the world’s biggest event, the FIFA World Cup 2026. It became one of the most-attended football tournaments in history, drawing a combined 6.8 million atte…
Read summary →Caught in 4K by Netflix? Prediction Markets Documentary Premieres on Sunday
“You Gotta Put On Your Lucky Underwear” Prediction markets have gone mainstream. Is there better proof than a Netflix documentary on… The post Caught in 4K by Netflix? Prediction Markets Documentary Premieres on Sunday appeared first on iGaming Express.
Read summary →Burnham plans for gambling to fund high-street relief for “good businesses”
Adult Gaming Centers (AGCs) are all but confirmed to be facing an increase in business rates on England’s high streets, but a question hangs over whether bookmakers will be included too. Retail betting was excluded from the tax increase announced in the November 2025 budget by Rachel Reeves, then Chancellor of the Exc…
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Who Will Win the 2026 WSOP Main Event? Here's What the Odds Say
The 2026 World Series of Poker Main Event will not crown its champion until August, but prediction market traders are already putting prices on the final nine. A Polymarket market asking who will win the Main Event has generated approximately...
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How football content can drive post-World Cup player retention
The World Cup may be over, but the challenge of retaining players is only just beginning. Alex Quigley, head of commercial at 1X2 Network, says that operators who use the right football-themed casino content can sustain engagement, reduce churn and maximise the value of the tournament's record traffic.
Read summary →Betano extends Aston Villa deal as Premier League remains top marketing real estate
The upcoming Premier League ban on front-of-shirt betting deals is not deterring Betano from continuing to work with its biggest footballing partner, Aston Villa FC. Betano and Aston Villa have put pen to paper on a three-year extension of their partnership, first inked in 2024, taking the deal until the 2028/29 seaso…
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Prediction Markets Weekly Roundup: Washington Court Fight, Congressional Scrutiny and World Cup Records
Prediction markets faced growing pressure from courts and lawmakers this week, even as operators reported record World Cup activity and continued expanding into new products and partnerships. As results highlight prediction markets’ World Cup growth, legal and political scrutiny continued to intensify this week. Washi…
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Hard Rock Bet Brings World-Class Sports Betting and Online Casino to Ontario
Hard Rock Digital announced the official launch of Hard Rock Bet in Ontario, Canada, marking the company’s… The post Hard Rock Bet Brings World-Class Sports Betting and Online Casino to Ontario appeared first on Americas iGaming & Sports Betting News.
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Gambling.com Group Rebrands to Grandstand
Gambling.com Group Limited announced that it has changed its name to Grandstand Limited. The Company’s ordinary shares… The post Gambling.com Group Rebrands to Grandstand appeared first on Americas iGaming & Sports Betting News.
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How market makers are helping prediction markets compete
How is an event market priced and created for a prediction market operator, and how are they are competing with sportsbooks?
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PENN Entertainment’s theScore Bet strikes a deal with Canadian Football League
theScore Bet is Official Sports Betting and Online Casino Partner of the CFL in Ontario and Alberta PENN Entertainment’s theScore Bet and the Canadian Football League (CFL) have entered into a multi-year partnership that will expand fan engagement through sports betting, fantasy football and digital content, following…
Read summary →Atlaslive Partners with FIRST.bet to Deliver Its Tier-1 Sportsbook to Operators
The partnership brings a sportsbook provider with a proven track record among top Brazilian operators into Atlaslive’s platform, expanding its sportsbook capabilities... Read More...
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Poll Shows New York Split on Effects of Sports Betting
A new statewide survey shows New Yorkers are still deeply split on whether online sports betting is a good thing, even as participation keeps growing and the market is bringing in substantial tax revenue. Poll Finds More New Yorkers View Sports Betting as a Negative In early July, a survey of more than 800 residents […
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CME Group CEO Takes Stand on Sports Prediction Markets
CME Group is signaling that prediction markets are going to stay on the gambling side of the line, while the meteoric rise of prediction markets is drawing a sharper line between financial derivatives and gambling. Duffy Warns Sports Event Contracts Blur Line With Gambling The exchange operator has cited strong moment…
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Aston Villa and Betano Forge New Chapter with Landmark Three-Year Partnership Extension
Aston Villa Football Club and Kaizen Gaming, owner of the premium online sports betting and gaming brand Betano, have agreed to extend their partnership for a further three years. Under the renewed agreement, Betano will remain an Official Partner of Aston Villa through the end of the 2028/29 season. As part of the ex…
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China’s single-match football betting sales top $11.6B during World Cup
Sales of single-match football betting games through China's state-run Sports Lottery reached approximately CNY 83.3 billion (USD 11.6 billion) across the six weeks of the FIFA World Cup, according to official lottery data, underlining sustained domestic appetite for the tournament despite the national team's absence.…
Read summary →Hard Rock Bet Rolls Into Ontario, Taking Brand International for First Time
Hard Rock Bet has launched online casino and sports betting in Ontario, its first international gaming market. Hard Rock Bet (HRB) just took its business beyond US borders. Hard Rock Digital (HRD) launched its online casino and sportsbook, Hard Rock Bet, in Ontario, Canada, on Thursday, July 22, marking the brand’s in…
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Influenciadores são excluídos de ação por jogo compulsivo em Campinas
Virginia Fonseca, Deolane Bezerra e Carlinhos Maia tiveram ilegitimidade passiva reconhecida por juiz; processo continua para outra empresa The post Influenciadores são excluídos de ação por jogo compulsivo em Campinas appeared first on BNLData.
Read summary →Incentive Games amplía su presencia en Norteamérica junto a bet365 con su llegada al mercado regulado de Alberta
Cinco títulos de Incentive Studios ya están disponibles para los jugadores de bet365 en Alberta, marcando el debut de la compañía en la provincia canadiense y fortaleciendo su expansión en mercados regulados. Incentive Games, proveedor líder de software B2B para la industria del iGaming, continúa reforzando su presenc…
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What’s next for Congressional action on sports event contracts after first hearing on prediction markets?
Although a federal ban on sports event contracts appears unlikely, this week's hearing on prediction markets probably won't be the last.
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NFL Sunday Ticket has a new home. Here’s what that means for your property.
The NFL is one of the biggest drivers of guest traffic and engagement for casinos. From opening weekend through the playoffs, live games draw guests to sportsbooks, bars and gaming floors, creating opportunities to increase foot traffic, extend guest dwell time and drive food and beverage sales. With NFL Sunday Ticket…
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China bettors wager $11.6 billion through state lottery during FIFA World Cup
Despite national team's failure to qualify
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Morgan Stanley Lowers DraftKings Price Target Despite Prediction Markets Expansion
Multinational investment bank and financial services company Morgan Stanley has predicted second-quarter EBITDA of approximately $150 million for DraftKings. This is significantly below the sell-side consensus estimate of around $175 million, putting DraftKing’s price target down to $36 from $39. Morgan Stanley Publis…
Read summary →The World Cup Is Over. GR8_TECH Opens “The Locker Room” to Count What It Was Worth
On Thursday, August 20, at 4:00 p.m. CEST, GR8_TECH will host “The Locker Room: World Cup Numbers”, a closed-door benchmarking session… The post The World Cup Is Over. GR8_TECH Opens “The Locker Room” to Count What It Was Worth appeared first on iGaming Express.
Read summary →Trump-FIFA Relationship Mars Thrilling World Cup, Sports Integrity Expert Says
While throngs of joyous fans filled stadiums and U.S. television audiences set records, Declan Hill opines that President Trump’s influence on FIFA was among the factors that detracted from the success of World Cup 2026. The perception of the just-concluded FIFA World Cup is of a tournament awash in corruption. Politi…
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Aston Villa and Betano agree new chapter with landmark three-year partnership extension
The new multi-year renewal sees Betano as the Official Partner and cements a relationship built on shared ambition and growth Aston Villa Football Club and Kaizen Gaming, owner of the premium online sports betting and gaming brand Betano, have announced a three-year extension of their partnership. Under the new agreem…
Read summary →Novo balanço da IBIA mapeia alertas de apostas suspeitas pelo mundo no segundo trimestre de 2026
O ecossistema global de jogos ganhou novos dados importantes sobre apostas suspeitas com a publicação do mais recente relatório de integridade da International Betting Integrity Association (IBIA), referente ao segundo […] O post Novo balanço da IBIA mapeia alertas de apostas suspeitas pelo mundo no segundo trimestre …
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Coinbase readies Bitcoin for quantum computing risk
Preparing for quantum computing needs collaboration across protocols, researchers and custodians. Coinbase has started to future-proof its crypto infrastructure against the impending threat of quantum computing. Quantum computing uses qubits that allow many calculations to be performed at the same time, which threaten…
Read summary →TJDFT obriga Blaze a identificar publicidade feita por influenciadora contratada
Um desembargador do Tribunal de Justiça do Distrito Federal e dos Territórios (TJDFT) deferiu parcialmente um pedido do Ministério Público do Distrito Federal e Territórios (MPDFT). O MPDFT ajuizou ação […] O post TJDFT obriga Blaze a identificar publicidade feita por influenciadora contratada apareceu primeiro em iGa…
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Choctaw Casinos & Resorts launches free-to-play sports app
App features 12 sports, including football, basketball, golf, cricket, baseball, hockey, tennis, and soccer Choctaw Casinos & Resorts has launched Choctaw Sports, a free-to-play app that lets users pick game outcomes for their favorite teams using tokens instead of real-money wagering. The app features live-updating o…
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Las Vegas Sands hit by the World Cup as customers shift spending in Macau and Singapore
Net revenue came in at $3.15bn compared to $3.18bn Las Vegas Sands saw a fall in second-quarter revenue with the effects of customers betting on the World Cup and unusually low hold in rolling play hampering GGR at Macau casinos. Net revenue came in at $3.15bn, compared to $3.18bn in the prior year quarter. Operatin…
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George Cottrell $9M Polymarket Wager on Donald Trump Under Scrutiny
George Cottrell has a history of placing high-stakes wagers. It emerged last year that he has acted as the frontman for Tony Bloom’s betting syndicates. The source of funds for a bet of almost $9 million on Donald Trump to win the 2024 election is now under increased scrutiny. Shortly after joining Polymarket in Octob…
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Fast Track signs bet-at-home deal across sportsbook and casino
Unifies player engagement across brands
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SteveWillDoIt’s Alleged $4.37 Million World Cup Losing Streak Sparks Fresh Debate Over Gambling Influencers
A social media post claiming gambling influencer SteveWillDoIt lost $4.37 million after placing 10 World Cup bets worth a combined $4.71 million has gone viral, drawing renewed attention to both his betting history and the business behind gambling influencers. The post alleges that Stephen Deleonardis, better known on…
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