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NFL memo outlines ‘prohibited’ prop bets as it takes over sports

The NFL has come out with a memo for team officials to try to curb the rise of prop bets. With multiple sports franchises now dealing with rigged bets fiascos, the NFL appears to be trying to come out ahead … Continue reading

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Polymarket opens ‘beta test’ for re-entering US as it targets sportsbooks

Polymarket is attempting to re-enter the United States market, as it reportedly begins beta testing its operation. It has started this plan by allowing some users access, as well as matching trades. The prediction market had originally left the US after … Continue reading

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PrizePicks launches prediction markets through new partnership with Kalshi

PrizePicks has announced a multi-year partnership with Kalshi, which it calls the largest prediction market in the world. It also introduced a new prediction markets feature through its subsidiary, Performance Predictions II, a federally approved Futures Commission Merchant. This comes … Continue reading

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Databricks co-founder argues US must go open source to beat China in AI

VC Andy Konwinski argues that the U.S. is losing its AI research dominance to China.

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Tesla releases detailed safety report after Waymo co-CEO called for more data

The new data, released Friday, finally addresses some of the biggest criticisms of the paltry “safety reports” Tesla’s released for years.

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Chinese Beverage Chains Spread Across the US, Challenging Starbucks’ Dominance

Luckin Coffee, Chagee, and other Chinese brands are targeting US consumers with Instagram-worthy drinks sold through sleek mobile apps.

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Oura Ring 4 Ceramic review: a colorful glow up

If you want a pop of color and style, then the Oura Ring 4 Ceramic might be the smart ring for you.

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Data centers are concentrated in these states. Here’s what’s happening to electricity prices

Residential utility bills rose 6% on average nationwide in August compared with the same period last year, according to the Energy Information Administration.

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Inside the Multimillion-Dollar Plan to Make Mobile Voting Happen

Political consultant Bradley Tusk has spent a fortune on mobile voting efforts. Now, he’s launching a protocol to try to mainstream the technology.

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OpenAI says it’s fixed ChatGPT’s em dash problem

OpenAI says users can now personalize ChatGPT to stop using the em dash in its output.

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