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Business
August 22, 2024
Analyst Sees Potential for Penn’s Interactive Segment Growth
Earlier this month, Penn Entertainment, the leading land-based and online sports betting operator, released its second quarter results. At the time, the company pointed to strong revenue of $1.66 billion for the three months ended June 30, 2024. The result marked a slight dip compared to the $1.67 billion figure posted for the corresponding period […]
Industry
August 22, 2024
Massachusetts Suspends Betting Events from the International Boxing Association
The decision comes after several fraught years for the association, which has been accused of fraudulent practices and lack of transparency under the leadership of its current boss, Umar Kremlev, whose controversy and infamy grew during the recent Paris Olympics over incendiary statements about two female athletes. MGA Takes Issue with IBA’s Chequered History Although […]
Sports
August 22, 2024
New York Jets vs. San Francisco 49ers Week 1 Odds, Time, and Prediction
The Jets vs. 49ers Week 1 game will make the return of Aaron Rodgers after a one-year absence. As a reminder, the legendary quarterback injured himself on his debut with the New York Jets. With their key man suffering a season-ending season, the Jets obviously couldn’t do much in 2023. However, in 2024, their ambitions […]
Sports
August 22, 2024
Arizona Cardinals vs. Buffalo Bills Week 1 Odds, Time, and Prediction
Neither team will remember last season for good, but both Arizona and Buffalo have every right to hope for big things in the 2024 season. For one of them, the start of the new season will start with a loss. So, which team will it be? Read our Arizona Cardinals vs. Buffalo Bills preview to […]
Industry
August 22, 2024
Dallas Cowboys vs. Cleveland Browns Week 1 Odds, Time, and Prediction
Cowboys vs. Browns game is a duel between two teams who are expected to do very well in the 2024 season. By “well” we mean better than they did last season. As a reminder, the boys from Cleveland finished with an 11-6 record, while Dallas ended the regular season with one win more. Dallas Cowboys […]
Legal
August 21, 2024
NFLPA Takes DraftKings to Court over Alleged Breach of Contract
The NFL Players Association (NFLPA) is taking the American betting giant DraftKings to court over an alleged anticipated breach of contract. The association is seeking damages, although many details are still unknown. The lawsuit was filed on August 20 in the Southern District of New York. However, court documents are not yet publicly available, enshrouding […]
Business
August 21, 2024
Analysts Optimistic over DraftKings’ Prospects with the Start of NFL Season
DraftKings stock is down 1.3% in 2024 due to stiff competition, higher taxes on sports betting, and concern over several recent gambling scandals that could damage the company’s public image. Although DraftKings stock underperformed this year, many analysts remain bullish regarding the prospects of the sports-betting company, considering the NFL season is around the corner. […]
Industry
August 21, 2024
Brazil Records 113 License Submissions as Application Window Closes
As Brazil continues its inexorable journey toward regulated online sports betting, dozens of new companies have applied for a license. On the final day for submissions alone, Brazil recorded more than 50 new applications. Fewer Companies Applied for a License Than Expected The last day for the license application was August 20. So far, 113 […]
Sports
August 21, 2024
Jacksonville Jaguars vs. Miami Dolphins Week 1 Odds, Time, and Prediction
Although the rivalry between two Florida-based NFL teams – Jacksonville Jaguars and Miami Dolphins – isn’t the biggest rivalry in the league, the games between these two are usually very fun to watch. The last time they met, the Jags won by just a field-goal difference. Judging by the Jaguars vs. Dolphins Week 1 odds, […]
Industry
August 21, 2024
UFC Middleweights Get Into Tussle on Seminole Hard Rock Gaming Floor
Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) middleweights Brendan Allen and Marvin Vettori started throwing punches on Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino’s gaming floor after watching a Professional Fighters League (PFL) match on Friday. The venue located in Hollywood, Florida was the site of the 2024 PFL Playoffs: Light Heavyweights & Lightweights event. According to MMA Mania, […]