Two US senators used a hearing on legal sports betting to push forward their own agendas on whether or not “biological males” should be allowed to play in women’s college sports events. Senators John Kennedy and Josh Hawley hijacked today’s (17 December) US congressional hearing about the Supporting Affordability and Fairness with Every Bet Act...
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NCAA, NFLPA urge Congress to rein in betting
David Purdum Close David Purdum ESPN Staff Writer Joined ESPN in 2014 Journalist covering gambling industry since 2008 Shwetha Surendran Close Shwetha Surendran ESPN Shwetha Surendran is writer in ESPN’s investigative and enterprise unit. Dec 17, 2024, 06:43 PM WASHINGTON, D.C. — NCAA president Charlie Baker and an NFLPA representative urged Congress to rein in...
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The Current: Congress Vs. Sports Betting
TCL will offer a newsletter on something new in the US gambling space in The Current every Tuesday. There was a Congressional hearing on sports betting this morning in the Senate Judiciary Committee. I am not going to offer a blow-by-blow of the hearing; if you are interested in that content, I’ll link it in...
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Sports Betting Legislation: New Legal States in 2025?
South Carolina Despite an opponent in the governor’s office in Henry McMaster, South Carolina legislators seemed poised to try to bring sports betting to the Palmetto State in 2025. Rep. Chris Murphy (R-Dorchester) has filed the South Carolina Sports Wagering Act and picked up three co-sponsors, including one Democrat. Republicans have a veto-proof majority in...
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14/1 Featured RequestABet on offer with Sky Bet for Wednesday’s Carabao Cup quarter-finals
By JOSEPH BARCLAY Published: 15:49 GMT, 17 December 2024 | Updated: 15:49 GMT, 17 December 2024 Sky Bet are offering a Featured RequestABet for Wednesday’s Carabao Cup quarter-finals. The three quarter-finals taking place Wednesday are Arsenal vs Crystal Palace at the Emirates, Newcastle vs Brentford at St James’ Park, and Southampton vs Liverpool at St....
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WATCH LIVE: Senate Judiciary Committee holds hearing on sports betting – Washington Examiner
The Senate Judiciary Committee is holding a hearing on legalized sports betting at 10 a.m. Former NFL player Johnson Bademosi, NCAA President Charlie Baker, gambling counselor Harry Levant, former New Jersey Division of Gaming Enforcement Director David Rebuck, and National Council on Problem Gambling President Keith Whyte will be testifying. CLICK HERE TO READ MORE...
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Online sports betting & gambling sets Michigan record in November 2024
DETROIT (WXYZ) — If you were betting on the Detroit Lions or the Michigan and Michigan State football teams this fall, you’re far from the only one. Online sports betting set a new state high last month, with sports bettors in the state of Michigan placing $650.2 million on sporting events in November of 2024....
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Christmas Number One 2024 Odds: Current Favourites
The race to become the UK Christmas Number One 2024 is nearly over, with the winner set to be announced on Friday, December 20th. Wham!’s iconic Last Christmas finally reached the top spot last year, and it is currently the favourite to take the festive crown once again. However, it faces stiff competition from the...
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Extended Bet365 Bonus Code “SYRACUSE”: Upgraded $1K+ betting bonus now available through Christmas
As of Tuesday, December 17th, 2024, the Bet365 bonus code “SYRACUSE” has been extended and will now offer $1,000+ in welcome bonus options through Christmas, perfectly timed for December’s thrilling sports schedule. With major matchups like the Broncos vs. Chargers on Thursday Night Football, Indiana vs. Notre Dame in the College Football Playoff, and Southern...
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Senate hearing on sports betting takes unexpected turn, Deutsche Bank analyst says
After describing himself as “a libertarian when it comes to gambling,” Sen. John Kennedy of Louisiana hijacked a U.S. Senate Judiciary Committee hearing on sports betting in order to veer into a discussion of transgender athletes. Kennedy’s digression was also made by Sen. Josh Hawley of Missouri. “We are not sure how this advanced the...
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Tech Innovations Driving the Sports Betting Boom – NewsWatchTV
Innovative technology is transforming sports fans’ connections to their favorite games, transforming the sports betting industry. For things such as mobile apps that take the betting to the palm of your hand and AI-infused analytics that can better predict, these innovations are driving unprecedented growth and accessibility. Live streaming has further enhanced the experience, even...
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talkSPORT betting tips – Best boxing bets and expert advice for Usyk vs Fury 2
Seven months after their first contest, heavyweight stars Oleksandr Usyk and Tyson Fury will trade leather for a second time as they compete for the world heavyweight titles. The rivals first clashed at the Kingdom Arena in Saudi Arabia in May, with Usyk producing a brilliant display of boxing to beat Fury via a split...