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The "Billion Dollar Fantasy" that propelled FanDuel and DraftKings
by
Albert Chen
Sep 11, 2019
The story behind the rise of fantasy sports startups FanDuel and DraftKings, and their battle against each other.
Regulators in Kenya concerned about growing popularity of online gambling
May 31, 2019
Mobile phones are allowing ordinary Kenyans to try their luck on sports gambling.
Now that states can legalize sports betting, venture capital wants in
by
Molly Wood
Apr 8, 2019
One investor says sports bets could evolve into a different type of asset.
Mobile phones could make sports betting more accessible — and addictive
by
Adrian Ma
Jul 10, 2018
Experts caution that widely available and accessible sports betting on mobile phones could lead to an increase in gambling addiction.
All bets are off for DraftKings and FanDuel in New York
by
Molly Wood
Mar 21, 2016
The gambling sites are waiting out for a possible bill in their favor
Sports channels tap fantasy games for new content
Jul 27, 2015
Investors are pouring money into online sites like DraftKings.
My money story: Boom and bust, at the blackjack table
by
Eliza Mills
Jan 30, 2015
A story of one very lucky hand.
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Marijuana, gambling, lotto tickets: Cash only
Jan 24, 2014
A few items that still require cash to purchase.
Internet cafes in Ohio face ban
by
Molly Wood
May 30, 2013
Internet cafes equipped with computer games resembling casino games have popped up across Ohio. Now there's a bill to cap winnings and ban the practice.
Borgata hotel room gambling trains customers to go online
Mar 18, 2013
As states legalize online gambling, how does a casino hold on to customers? At the Borgata in Atlantic City, you can leave the casino floor and play the slots on a TV in your room.