Speaking at a public forum in New York City, former NBA Commissioner David Stern has backed the stance of current NBA boss Adam Silver with regards to legalising US sports betting. Stern who led as NBA Commissioner for over 20 years (1983 – 2014), stated that it was time for the US government to rethink its stance on sports betting, …
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eSports report – Phase 1 – Start-ups targeting eSports wagering
With an estimated fanbase of 134 million worldwide, and growing fast, it’s no wonder that eSports is catching the eye of investors. AlphaDraft, Vulcun, and Unikrn are three firms which offer fans the opportunity to play fantasy leagues, and place bets on the big eSports events such as those held by Gfinity and others. Ali Moiz is the founder of Vulcun, …
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Former NBA Chief Commissioner David Stern has urged the US government to introduce federal regulations for sports betting, backing current NBA Commissioner Adam Silver’s calls for federal reforms. David Stern who was the longest serving NBA Commissioner (20 year governance) made his supportive comments on CNBC’s Morning Show. Former Commissioner Stern is thought to be one of the most influential …
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