#ESPN explores sports-betting deal worth at least B

#ESPN explores sports-betting deal worth at least $3B

“#ESPN explores sports-betting deal worth at least $3B” Disney-owned ESPN is looking to dip its toe in the sports-betting game. The sports media giant is seeking to license its brand to major sports-betting companies for at least $3 billion over several years, according to a report Friday from the Wall Street Journal, citing anonymous sources….

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#Golden Nugget shares soar 50% after .56B DraftKings deal

#Golden Nugget shares soar 50% after $1.56B DraftKings deal

“#Golden Nugget shares soar 50% after $1.56B DraftKings deal” DraftKings plans to buy online betting rival Golden Nugget Online Gaming for $1.56 billion, the companies said Monday — sending Golden Nugget’s stock soaring more than 50 percent.  Golden Nugget shares were trading at $18.56 shortly after market open on Monday, up an eye-watering 51.3 percent…

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#DraftKings stock falls after firm warns of black market link

#DraftKings stock falls after firm warns of black market link

“#DraftKings stock falls after firm warns of black market link” Shares of sports betting powerhouse DraftKings tanked Tuesday morning as a short seller alleged the company has exposure to international black-market gambling and organized crime.  DraftKings shares opened at $44.95 on Tuesday — down about 11 percent from $50.62 at market close on Monday, according…

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#DraftKings acquires VSiN to boost sports betting content

#DraftKings acquires VSiN to boost sports betting content

“#DraftKings acquires VSiN to boost sports betting content” DraftKings has acquired VSiN, The Post has learned. VSiN (Vegas Sports Information Network) began in 2017 with designs on delivering trusted betting information across different platforms. After four years, DraftKings, the mobile betting company, will use it to reach sports gamblers. “This is a big jump-start for…

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