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Bloomberg News: Wright Can Sue Mystery Site

Bloomberg News: Wright Can Sue Mystery Site

Bloomberg News reported that scientist Craig Wright will now be able to sue the mystery owners of the bitcoin.org website.  The story, picked up by the Drudge Report, emphasizes that the London court will permit Mr. Wright to go after the site for allegedly infringing his copyright over the world’s largest cryptocurrency.

Submitted by Aaron Goldstein on, Apr/24/2021

Best Screenplay Payout Odds - 2021 Oscars

Best Screenplay Payout Odds - 2021 Oscars

There are odds for both Original Screenplay and Adapted Screenplay.

Submitted by Jordan Bach on, Apr/23/2021

Betting on the NBA

Betting on the NBA

The National Basketball Association (NBA) is more than seven decades old. Its popularity has grown over the years from North America to the rest of the world. The 30-teams basketball tournament has many fans. Some of them are regular NBA pundits who wager at different betting sites. Still, some amateurs have a murky understanding of NBA betting. The following are eight common types of NBA wagers. 

Submitted by C Costigan on, Apr/23/2021

Carey Mulligan, Frances McDormand Payout Odds to Win Best Actress - Oscars 2021

Carey Mulligan, Frances McDormand Payout Odds to Win Best Actress - Oscars 2021

The Best Actress category is one of the most competitive at this year's Oscars, and this is shown in the odds.

Submitted by Jordan Bach on, Apr/23/2021

Chiefs Odds After Trading for Orlando Brown

Chiefs Odds After Trading for Orlando Brown

It looks like the Kansas City Chiefs just got better.   KC was a +550 favorite to win the 2022 Super Bowl ahead of this news.  This number is likely to be slashed even further.

Submitted by Tony Caliente on, Apr/23/2021

Bet on DC Becoming a US State

Bet on DC Becoming a US State: Odds Heavy on the 'No'

DC statehood has been approved by the House but the initiative faces more obstacles in a Senate that will require 60 votes.

The Senate is split 50/50 with Vice President Kamala Harris as the tie-breaker.  Republican senators are likely to filibuster the statehood bill, which would result in the need for nine more votes.

Submitted by Gilbert Horowitz on, Apr/23/2021

2021 Popcorn Eating World Championship Betting Odds

2021 Popcorn Eating World Championship Betting Odds

In honor of the Academy Awards this weekend, Major League Eating will put on the Popcorn Eating World Championship this Sunday (Oscar Day). 

Submitted by Jordan Bach on, Apr/23/2021

Caitlyn Jenner Throws Towel Into CA Governor Race - Latest Odds

Bet on Caitlyn Jenner as Next California Governor

Former reality TV star Caitlyn Jenner had been considering a serious run for California Governor in the Recall Election, and on Friday she made it official. 

Submitted by C Costigan on, Apr/23/2021

Chadwick Boseman Best Actor Oscar Payout Odds

Chadwick Boseman Best Actor Oscar Payout Odds

Chadwick Boseman is a "lock" to win Best Actor at this year's Academy Awards.  You'll have to pay a pretty steep price though.

Submitted by Jordan Bach on, Apr/23/2021

Bettors Still Backing Trump Bigly for 2024 Win

Bettors Still Backing Trump Bigly for 2024 Win

The top bet counts for the 2024 US Presidential Election heavily favor the former President, Donald J. Trump, according to that company's head oddsman Dave Mason.

Submitted by Gilbert Horowitz on, Apr/23/2021

NBA Betting April 25 – Philadelphia 76ers at Milwaukee Bucks

NBA Betting April 25 – Philadelphia 76ers at Milwaukee Bucks

The first round is in the books with the Milwaukee Bucks getting a payout win over the Philadelphia 76ers in a meeting of Eastern Conference heavyweights on Thursday night.

Submitted by Phil Simon on, Apr/23/2021

Nomadland Payout Odds to Win Oscar

Nomadland Payout Odds to Win Oscar

Nomadland represents the best of the betting options in that the price is -600.  In the world of Oscar gambling, this is considered huge value.  Academy Award favorites are often priced -1000 or greater.  Anything -300 or less runs the risk of losing out to another nominee. 

Submitted by Jordan Bach on, Apr/23/2021

Masvidal Win By Decision Payout Odds $1100 as Gamblers Hope to Hit Pay Dirt

Masvidal Win By Decision Payout Odds $1100 as Gamblers Hope to Hit Pay Dirt

Though Kamaru Usman winning by decision comes in as the favorite fight outcome in Saturday night's huge UFC 261 event, a Jorge Masvidal upset by decision pays a sweet $1100 for every $100 bet.

Submitted by Don Shapiro on, Apr/23/2021

Bitcoin Beat: Biden Tax Plans Sink BTC

Bitcoin Beat: Biden Tax Plans Sink BTC

Meanwhile, Coingeek.com reports that, in South Korea, the government will stiffen regulations on digital currency transactions and will enforce a “special crackdown on illegal activities related to virtual assets.”

Submitted by Aaron Goldstein on, Apr/23/2021

Oscar Payout Odds 2021 Best Documentary Feature, Short - My Octopus Teacher

Oscar Payout Odds 2021 Best Documentary Feature, Short - My Octopus Teacher

My Octopus Teacher is considered the "lock" and requires a $45 bet to win $10 (the $45 is refunded and the $10 is the profit).

Submitted by Jordan Bach on, Apr/23/2021

Oscar Odds 2021 - Best Animated Feature, Short

Oscar Odds 2021 - Best Animated Feature, Short

Soul is a "lock" to win Best Animated Feature Film but requires a $250 bet to win $10 (the $250 will be refunded and the $10 would be considered a profit).

Submitted by Jordan Bach on, Apr/23/2021

Odds to Win Best Supporting Actress - Oscars 2021

Odds to Win Best Supporting Actress - Oscars 2021

Youn Yuh-jung (Minari) is now a decent size favorite with very good value for the Oscars.  A $45 bet pays $10 with that $45 refunded.  Yuh-jung is pretty much a "lock" to win so don't be discouraged by the relatively high risk.

Submitted by Jordan Bach on, Apr/23/2021

Can I Bet the Oscars on Draftkings?

Can I Bet the Oscars on Draftkings?

While Draftkings does post odds on the Oscars, you are not permitted to bet them in many states where Draftkings is available.  There are other great options.

Submitted by Jordan Bach on, Apr/22/2021

2021 Oscars Favorites, Underdogs and Betting Info, According to the Odds

SportsBetting.ag has set odds for 20 Oscars categories, and also provided some pertinent wagering information.  You can see which nominees are being bet on the most, and which odds have moved the most. For example, Youn Yuh-jung went from +175 odds to -450 odds in the Best Supporting Actress category.

Submitted by C Costigan on, Apr/22/2021

BetOnline All Access: Suns vs. Nets Betting Preview

Drew Butler & Nick Bahe take a closer look at this weekend's game between the Phoenix Suns vs NJ Nets game.

Submitted by Tyrone Black on, Apr/22/2021

BetOnline All Access: 2021 MLB Futures

BetOnline All Access: 2021 MLB Futures

Drew Butler and Nick Bahe talk MLB futures with one month nearly in the books.

Submitted by Tyrone Black on, Apr/22/2021

Where Can I Watch, Bet Usman vs. Masvidal 2 From San Jose, California

Where Can I Watch, Bet Usman vs. Masvidal 2 From San Jose, California

The venues below have confirmed they will be showing the Kamaru Usman vs. Jorge Masvidal UFC 261 fight from San Jose, California.

Submitted by Dan Shapiro on, Apr/22/2021

European Soccer Civil War Threatens the Future

The pursuit of the almighty dollar, or in this case, the pound and the Euro, has taken the European soccer world to the brink of irreparable change. Twelve of the world’s biggest and richest soccer clubs have announced plans to break away from the European Champions League and create what they call the Super League. 

Submitted by C Costigan on, Apr/22/2021

NFL Partnering with Three Sportsbooks

NFL Partnering with Three Sportsbooks

The days of the NFL shying away from sports gambling are clearly in the rearview mirror. The NFL has announced an exclusive agreement with three sportsbooks — Caesars, FanDuel, and DraftKings — worth nearly $1-billion for the league.

Submitted by C Costigan on, Apr/22/2021

Bet the Yankees-Indians Series - Head-to-Head Trends

Bet the Yankees-Indians Series - Head-to-Head Trends

Ahead of the series beginning April 22, 2021, 7 of the last 8 games in this series have gone OVER.  The UNDER has only occurred four times in the last 18 games.

Submitted by Dan Shapiro on, Apr/22/2021

NBA Betting April 22 – Los Angeles Lakers at Dallas Mavericks

NBA Betting April 22 – Los Angeles Lakers at Dallas Mavericks

There is a light at the end of the tunnel and it will shine brightly for the Los Angeles Lakers on Thursday when they visit the Dallas Mavericks. After two months without Anthony Davis, the Lakers expect their big man to play in this contest, though his time on the floor will be limited.

Submitted by Phil Simon on, Apr/22/2021

Chicago Issues Request for Proposals for City's First Casino Resort

Chicago Issues Request for Proposals for City's First Casino Resort

Today, the City of Chicago officially issued a Request for Proposal (RFP) for the opportunity to apply for the sole casino license in the country’s third-largest metropolitan market. The selected partner will be able to propose its optimal site for the project, pending the approval by the City. Chicago aims to welcome the new casino-resort by 2025.

Submitted by Press Release on, Apr/22/2021

2021 FCS Championship Tournament Odds and Round 1 Game Lines

2021 FCS Championship Tournament Odds and Round 1 Game Lines

The FCS Championship single-elimination tournament gets underway this weekend as the field of 16 teams begin bracket play on Saturday.

Submitted by C Costigan on, Apr/21/2021

Best Bets for This Weekend - Apr. 24-25, 2021

Best Bets for This Weekend - Apr. 24-25, 2021

The fourth weekend in April just might be one of the most underrated sports weekends of the year.  

Submitted by C Costigan on, Apr/21/2021

Mets vs. Cubs Betting Preview - April 21

Mets vs. Cubs Betting Preview - April 21

The Chicago Cubs are a +112 favorite at home but this series favors them in a big way.

Submitted by Dan Shapiro on, Apr/21/2021

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