Alfonso Straffon

Alfonso Straffon

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Sell‑side equity analyst; gaming/sports betting and sports business coverage.

Nevada Regulator Urges Tribal-State Unity Against Betting Prediction Threat
SocialApr 8, 2026

Nevada Regulator Urges Tribal-State Unity Against Betting Prediction Threat

"The chair of the Nevada Gaming Control Board said tribes and states must stick together to fight an “existential threat” posed by sports betting prediction platforms." IGA: Nevada regulator addresses prediction markets in deep detail https://t.co/Q2sswHYMcz

By Alfonso Straffon
DraftKings, FanDuel Seek Federal Venue for Baltimore Betting Lawsuit
SocialApr 8, 2026

DraftKings, FanDuel Seek Federal Venue for Baltimore Betting Lawsuit

"DraftKings and FanDuel are trying to convince a federal appeals court to move a sports betting lawsuit by the City of Baltimore to federal jurisdiction..." DraftKings, FanDuel Claim Sports Betting Apps Not Affected by State Policy https://t.co/UuZ3aKu8e9

By Alfonso Straffon
Low Tax, Promo Deductions Drive NC Betting Surge
SocialApr 8, 2026

Low Tax, Promo Deductions Drive NC Betting Surge

North Carolina... can still remember the first bill that came across with a single digit tax rate + promo deductibility... and look at us now. Sports wagering pace of $146M would exceed forecast https://t.co/qP0fOgCLQk

By Alfonso Straffon
Lula Calls for Ban on Online Betting Platforms
SocialApr 8, 2026

Lula Calls for Ban on Online Betting Platforms

"I am deeply worried about the indebtedness of the Brazilian people. If these platforms cause harm, why don’t we end them? We are discussing this very seriously." Brazil’s Lula argues for ban on online betting platforms https://t.co/K8LyuPjO8X

By Alfonso Straffon