Industry
October 24, 2024
Kalshi’s US Election Betting Markets Record Surge in Demand
Less than two weeks until the Presidential Election in the United States, the interest in election betting markets on Kalshi, the popular regulated exchange and prediction market, continues to grow. Election Markets Can Be More Accurate than Polling The upcoming election has attracted more than $70 million worth of trading since the company was allowed […]
Sports
October 23, 2024
CFTC Heightens Oversight on Election Betting Amid Upcoming Elections
The US Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) has stepped up its watch on election betting platforms because the US elections are coming up soon. CFTC Keeps Watch on Political Prediction Markets as Kalshi Appeals Decision CFTC Chairman Rostin Behnam told Bloomberg Television that the agency plays a part in keeping an eye on political derivatives […]
Industry
October 22, 2024
Former Presidents Back Harris in Nevada as Election Looms
The battle for Nevada continues to get more heated by the day as politicians vie to secure important Vegas votes. With the battle between Vice President Kamala Harris and ex-POTUS Donald Trump raging on, other former presidents have also decided to chime in. Former Democratic Presidents Back Harris Former President Barack Obama recently appeared in […]
Industry
October 22, 2024
Kamala Harris Campaign Targets Sports Bettors and Gamers
With Election Day looming, Kamala Harris’ presidential campaign has launched a targeted strategy to win over male voters, particularly those immersed in sports betting, fantasy sports, and video games. While former President Donald Trump generally enjoys a lead with this demographic, it is quickly becoming the new focal point of the Harris campaign with a […]
Sports
October 21, 2024
Couple Who Played “F— Donald Trump” Song Gets Car Shot, Themselves Arrested
Jennifer Lund and Timothy Parks, an anti-Trump activity, got in trouble last week after a violent incident involving their car, a Tesla, adding to the surrealism of what transpired next. The couple, which had parked in front of a residence that was displaying pro-Trump signage played a popular political song that has largely become known […]
Sports
October 18, 2024
Polymarket Now Puts Donald Trump Ahead Thanks to $26M Bet
Although most polls will tell you that the November elections are a toss-up, several Polymarket bets, totaling $26 million and possibly coming from the same source, would suggest that Donald Trump, the GOP candidate, has a significant lead over his Democratic counterpart. Trump is Now Favored in Polymarket Odds to Win the Presidency Because of […]
Business
October 17, 2024
Las Vegas Sands Owner Miriam Adelson Donates $95M to Pro-Trump PAC
Dr. Miriam Adelson, billionaire and owner of the Las Vegas Sands, has contributed $95 million to the pro-Trump Preserve America PAC during the third quarter of 2024, a substantial boost to the former president’s re-election campaign. Adelson’s Support Key as Trump Campaign Lags Behind Harris in Fundraising The donations, made between July and September, bring her […]
Industry
October 15, 2024
Nevada Voters Back Trump over Harris in New RealClearPolitics Poll
There’s still time until the Presidential Election in the United States when Vice President Kamala Harris will face former President Donald Trump. Ahead of the election, a new poll suggests that the former President gained a slight advantage against Harris in one key state, Nevada. Trump Gains Lead in Electoral College Votes Data from RealClearPolitics’ polling tracker gives a […]
Casino
October 15, 2024
Las Vegas Review-Journal Endorses Trump for 2024 Presidential Election
The Las Vegas Review-Journal has given its support to Donald Trump for the 2024 US presidential election standing by its earlier choices from 2016 and 2020. This backing shows the newspaper’s ongoing commitment to Trump in Nevada, a crucial swing state where surveys point to a close contest between Trump and Democratic nominee Kamala Harris. […]
Sports
October 14, 2024
Kalshi Adds Over 25 New Political Betting Options After Recent Court Win
Kalshi, a website where people can bet on political results, just added more than 25 new contracts on different bets on US political events. Now, users can wager on the presidential race, Senate races, and the Electoral College, reported CNBC. CEO Tarek Mansour Highlights Demand for Political Betting This move comes after a court decision […]
