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Duane Morris Integrates Gambling, Sports Industry Groups
The growing popularity of betting in sports has prompted Duane Morris LLP to respond to the meshing of the two sectors by integrating its sports and gambling law groups.... To view the full article, register now. Already a subscriber? Click here to…
In an era of fanflation, is the NWSL the best value in sports? - Down to Business
On Saturday, 1,000 lucky NJ/NY Gotham FC fans will get to see the reigning champions take on Boston Legacy FC for $5. It is a small fee for a premium sports experience that feels almost out of place in today's sports economy, especially for the…
F1 could get loud again from 2030: Why the sport is discussing changing engines again
Just four races into its new era of car and engine designs, Formula 1 is already discussing what comes next. Technical regulations were overhauled for the 2026 season, a key part being the hybrid V6 engines that increased electrical power and…
Connections: Sports Edition today: Hints and answers for May 6, 2026, puzzle No. 590
Need help with today's Connections: Sports Edition puzzle? You've come to the right place. Welcome to Connections: Sports Edition Coach — a spot to gather clues and discuss (and share) scores. A quick public service announcement before we…
Fox Sports to pay fan $50,000 to watch World Cup
May 5 (UPI) -- Fox Sports hire a soccer fan and pay them a $50,000 salary to watch all 104 matches of the 2026 World Cup, the network announced Tuesday. Fox Sports, Fox One and Indeed partnered to make the announcement for the job opening: a 'Fox…
Fans rank Messi as top icon in US sports above Michael Jordan and Tom Brady
Brits have crowned football icon Lionel Messi as the greatest figure in American sport - placing him above legends such as Michael Jordan and Tom Brady. The survey of 1,000 UK-based followers of US sports saw the football maestro, who has…
Attorney General Brown Urges CFTC to Recognize State Authority Over Sports-Related Prediction Markets
NOTE: The Maryland Office of the Attorney General shared the following press release: BALTIMORE — Attorney General Anthony G. Brown joined a bipartisan coalition of 41 attorneys general urging federal regulators to reaffirm that jurisdiction…
William Blair to Acquire Sports M&A Bank Inner Circle
William Blair & Co. agreed to acquire Inner Circle Sports as the boutique investment bank looks to branch into the booming sports M&A market. William Blair announced Tuesday that it is paying an undisclosed price for the New York-based firm, which…
Infantino links World Cup ticket pricing to US sport market and resale laws
FIFA president Gianni Infantino has defended World Cup ticket prices, insisting that football's global governing body was obliged to take advantage of laws in the United States that allow tickets to be resold for thousands of dollars above face…
Perez Hilton joins 'Tomi Lahren Is Fearless' and declares cancel culture is now a sport
In a striking crossover of media personalities, Perez Hilton joined the latest episode of OutKick's 'Tomi Lahren is Fearless' to discuss the cutthroat reality of modern cancel culture. The two found common ground in criticizing digital mobs they…
Niche Sports Leagues Are Becoming Fashion's Next Frontier
Over the past few years, sport has moved from the sidelines of fashion to its center of gravity. What was once a relatively closed ecosystem, reserved for fans, is now a fast-moving cultural platform, where athletes from niche disciplines can…
Kalshi Co-Founder: Sports Will Be 'Significantly Smaller' Part of Platform's Business
'If I look a year, two, three years from now, I think sports are going to be a significantly smaller part of the business. It's already started shrinking,' said Luana Lopes Lara, co-founder and COO of Kalshi, at the WSJ Future of Everything event.
Fox Sports hiring for 'best summer job' ahead of 2026 World Cup
Fox Sports, in partnership with job platform Indeed, is offering a unique role as 'Chief World Cup Watcher', which comes with a payment of $50,000. The successful applicant will be required to watch all 104 World Cup matches from a specially…
Fox Sports advertises for 'once-in-a-lifetime' $50,000 'World Cup Watcher' job
Soccer enthusiasts dreaming of a summer immersed in the sport could find their ultimate fantasy job, as one individual is set to earn $50,000 for watching all 104 World Cup matches. Fox Sports has partnered with the job platform Indeed to appoint a…
Today on Sky Sports Racing: Derby favourite Benvenuto Cellini headlines Chester Vase clash
What a day of racing we have in store! Classic clues are lying in wait at Chester as Derby and Oaks hopefuls go into battle on the Roodee – live on Sky Sports Racing. Derby favourite Benvenuto Cellini will face six rivals at Chester on…
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