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The Case for Decrimininalization of Prediction Markets
[This article is cross-posted from Major Wager.] – A recent article in the prestigious academic journal Science (May 16, 2008, Vol 320, p. 877-8) once again makes the case for regulated prediction markets, more commonly known as “betting exchanges” to … Continue reading
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New Fee Structure At TradeSports Causes Confusion.
[This article is cross-posted from Major Wager.] — Tradesports.com (and sister operation, Intrade.com) have long been at the forefront of exchange-based sports wagering and futures markets. In operation since 2002, Tradesports represented the first real exchange open to Americans, long … Continue reading
Posted in All Guest Authors's Posts, Exchanges & Markets, Internet Marketing - Internet Commerce, Market Trading, Market Transaction Costs
Tagged exchange-based sports wagering, Jay Graziani, Major, Mansion, Matchbook.com, online gambling arena, online gambling community, Player, prediction markets, Trader, TradeSports, Wager
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Major Wager: TradeSports-InTrade is a second-tier betting operator.
Major Wager: All-Purpose Sportsbooks. These are the Bloomingdale’s of the offshore world – one-stop outlets to cover almost everything you might want, while providing stability and reputation. The Greek, WSEX, and Bookmaker/CRIS fall into this category. Their “sister” books can … Continue reading
The prediction exchanges rated by the Major Wager users
Major Wager reviews Insured By MajorWager Matchbook    —     3.7  (16 Reviews) WSEX    —     4.4  (30 Reviews) Not Insured By MajorWager BETBUG    —     3.5  (2 Reviews) Betdaq    —     3.0  (1 Reviews) BetFair Exchange … Continue reading
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Tagged BetBug, Major, prediction markets, Wager, WSEX
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