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CF Montreals Ismal Kon is showing impressive promise early this MLS season – The Athletic

Posted: May 21, 2022 at 6:52 pm

CF Montreal have become one of the more entertaining teams to watch in MLS this season. With manager Wilfried Nancys fluid 3-4-3 shape, their desire to keep the ball, and quality players sprinkled all over the field, Montreal check a lot of the boxes that fun and good teams tend to check.

Theres one more box, though, that theyre checking in 2022: Trusting and developing an extremely talented young player; 19-year-old homegrown Ismal Kon.

Kon, a central midfielder, is in the midst of an impressive first season in MLS. After an injury to Samuel Piette freed up minutes in midfield, he entered Montreals starting lineup in their second game of the season, a home match against Santos Laguna in the CONCACAF Champions League. Kon has since started all but three games for Nancy and has even played twice for Canadas mens national team. Kon also has multiple European training stints under his belt, one in Belgium and one in Italy with Bologna.

Lets dive into what makes Kon so special.

If you watch even just a few seconds of Kons game tape, the first thing that will immediately stand out is his build. Standing at a thin six-foot-2, he has an unusual frame for a soccer player, but it does provide unique advantages. His long legs and athletic ability allow Kon to have some impressive speed. He can cover ground on both sides of the ball and regularly uses his range to impact the game.

When Montreal have the ball, Kon plays as the more advanced member of Nancys double pivot, positioned slightly ahead of Victor Wanyama in central midfield. Kons long frame and his ground coverage make him a good fit for that advanced midfield role. In possession, its clear to the naked eye that Kon loves to stride forward and involve himself in Montreals attacking play more so than others in that position. And once hes in those positions, data shows hes generally a pretty effective contributor. According to FBref, Kon is more involved than most MLS central midfielders when it comes to the attack. His 0.15 non-penalty goals per 90 minutes and his 0.12 expected assists per 90 minutes put him in the 81st and 74th percentile among MLS midfielders over the last year.

Kons lone goal of the year is a great representation of how he influences Montreals attack. In the first half of Montreals 3-3 draw with Atlanta United in March, Kon switched the point of attack from right to left before making a lovely late-arriving run that started in midfield and ended near the penalty spot. Even with a 10-yard head start, Atlanta defensive midfielder Ozzie Alonso couldnt keep up with him. Now, Alonso, uh, isnt the quickest player when healthy at the stage of his MLS career, but its still an impressive run.

Covering that much ground in such a small amount of time is nothing short of incredible.

Even if he doesnt contribute directly to the play, Kons ability to move into attacking spaces has also helped his team disrupt opposing defenses. On this play from last month, Kon doesnt get on the end of the pass, but his run comes out of nowhere to draw defenders away from the ball-carrier for just enough time to allow an actual play to develop. With better timing (or more involved teammates), Kons run could easily have led to a Montreal possession in opposition territory with the opposing defenders on the back foot.

Kon offers value with the ball at his feet as well, having proven to be an extremely aggressive dribbler when in possession. Per FBref, he averages 1.31 successful dribbles per 90 minutes which puts him in the 81st percentile among midfielders in MLS. Kons close control combined with his aforementioned acceleration makes it difficult for opposing defenders to stop him with the ball at his feet. It takes Kon a little too long to turn in this clip because he doesnt check his shoulders soon enough, but once he has the ball with any kind of space in front, hes gone. He dribbles his way through Atlanta Uniteds midfield line and moves the ball out to the wing for one of his attacking teammates.

Kons range comes in handy when theyre defending, too. Almost like a free safety in American football, Kon can hang back in defensive transition before taking a few short steps (for him) and intercepting the ball. You can see that on this play, where he steps in front of Matheus Rossetto to stop an Atlanta counter attack.

As Kon continues to gain on-field experience and learns to deploy these abilities consistently and in the right moments, his speed and range will only become more difficult for opposing teams to deal with.

While Kon is a brilliant young player, there are a couple of key areas of his game that need improvement, particularly in possession.

As shown earlier, Kon doesnt always check his shoulders before receiving the ball, or at least he doesnt always check them at the right time. Because hes sometimes unaware of who and what is around him, Kon has to focus on getting his bearings on the ball instead of picking out a quality pass. Per FBref, the 19-year-old is in just the 17th percentile among MLS midfielders in passes attempted per 90 minutes. According to American Soccer Analysiss Goals Added metric, Kon is one of the weakest passers on his team.

Hes not involved enough in Montreals possession and when he is involved, the outcome isnt always great. As an example, Kon couldve turned away from pressure and helped his team switch the point of attack over to the far side on this play. Instead, he takes a touch back towards the near sideline and forces a teammate to play a hopeful long ball.

Refining his game as he receives the ball (and directly afterwards) will turn Kon into a better and more well-rounded player.

One other area that Kon should improve is his decision-making in the final third, especially with his shot selection. Kon loves to shoot from outside the box. While long shots can be useful, they often function as a wasteful end to a potentially valuable possession. According to FBref, the midfielder averages 0.03 xG per shot. Thats a very low number that puts him in just the 13th percentile among MLS midfielders. You can see his teammates frustration when he takes this shot at a tough angle from 25-yards out. The shot was blocked and turned possession over to the Philadelphia Union.

If Kon can improve his passing in possession and tighten up his shot selection, 2022 might be a memorable year for the 19-year-old. Kon could feature for Canada at the World Cup and he could be in line for a move from Montreal over to a European club later this year as well.

For now, though, Kon is one of the most entertaining and unique players in MLS and for a teenager, thats no small feat.

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CF & CFRP Market Research Report by Carbon Fiber Materials, Resin Type, Manufacturing Process, End-use Industry, Region – Global Forecast to 2027…

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CF & CFRP Market Research Report by Carbon Fiber Materials (PAN-based, Pitch-based, and Rayon-based), Resin Type, Manufacturing Process, End-use Industry, Region (Americas, Asia-Pacific, and Europe, Middle East & Africa) - Global Forecast to 2027 - Cumulative Impact of COVID-19

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The Global CF & CFRP Market size was estimated at USD 13.80 billion in 2021 and expected to reach USD 15.72 billion in 2022, and is projected to grow at a CAGR 14.21% to reach USD 30.63 billion by 2027.

Market Statistics:The report provides market sizing and forecast across five major currencies - USD, EUR, JPY, GBP, AUD, CAD, and CHF. It helps organization leaders make better decisions when currency exchange data is readily available. In this report, the years 2019 and 2020 are considered historical years, 2021 as the base year, 2022 as the estimated year, and years from 2023 to 2027 are considered the forecast period.

Market Segmentation & Coverage:This research report categorizes the CF & CFRP to forecast the revenues and analyze the trends in each of the following sub-markets:

Based on Carbon Fiber Materials, the market was studied across PAN-based, Pitch-based, and Rayon-based.

Based on Resin Type, the market was studied across Thermoplastic Resin and Thermosetting Resin.

Based on Manufacturing Process, the market was studied across Compression Molding, Filament Winding, Injection Molding, Lay-up, Others, Pultrusion, and Resin Transfer Molding.

Based on End-use Industry, the market was studied across Aerospace & Defense, Automotive, Civil Engineering, Electrical & Electronics, Marine, Medical, Others, Pipe & Tank, Sportswear & Sports Equipment, and Wind Energy.

Based on Region, the market was studied across Americas, Asia-Pacific, and Europe, Middle East & Africa. The Americas is further studied across Argentina, Brazil, Canada, Mexico, and United States. The United States is further studied across California, Florida, Illinois, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, and Texas. The Asia-Pacific is further studied across Australia, China, India, Indonesia, Japan, Malaysia, Philippines, Singapore, South Korea, Taiwan, and Thailand. The Europe, Middle East & Africa is further studied across France, Germany, Italy, Netherlands, Qatar, Russia, Saudi Arabia, South Africa, Spain, United Arab Emirates, and United Kingdom.

Cumulative Impact of COVID-19:COVID-19 is an incomparable global public health emergency that has affected almost every industry, and the long-term effects are projected to impact the industry growth during the forecast period. Our ongoing research amplifies our research framework to ensure the inclusion of underlying COVID-19 issues and potential paths forward. The report delivers insights on COVID-19 considering the changes in consumer behavior and demand, purchasing patterns, re-routing of the supply chain, dynamics of current market forces, and the significant interventions of governments. The updated study provides insights, analysis, estimations, and forecasts, considering the COVID-19 impact on the market.

Cumulative Impact of 2022 Russia Ukraine Conflict:We continuously monitor and update reports on political and economic uncertainty due to the Russian invasion of Ukraine. Negative impacts are significantly foreseen globally, especially across Eastern Europe, European Union, Eastern & Central Asia, and the United States. This contention has severely affected lives and livelihoods and represents far-reaching disruptions in trade dynamics. The potential effects of ongoing war and uncertainty in Eastern Europe are expected to have an adverse impact on the world economy, with especially long-term harsh effects on Russia.This report uncovers the impact of demand & supply, pricing variants, strategic uptake of vendors, and recommendations for CF & CFRP market considering the current update on the conflict and its global response.

Competitive Strategic Window:The Competitive Strategic Window analyses the competitive landscape in terms of markets, applications, and geographies to help the vendor define an alignment or fit between their capabilities and opportunities for future growth prospects. It describes the optimal or favorable fit for the vendors to adopt successive merger and acquisition strategies, geography expansion, research & development, and new product introduction strategies to execute further business expansion and growth during a forecast period.

FPNV Positioning Matrix:The FPNV Positioning Matrix evaluates and categorizes the vendors in the CF & CFRP Market based on Business Strategy (Business Growth, Industry Coverage, Financial Viability, and Channel Support) and Product Satisfaction (Value for Money, Ease of Use, Product Features, and Customer Support) that aids businesses in better decision making and understanding the competitive landscape.

Market Share Analysis:The Market Share Analysis offers the analysis of vendors considering their contribution to the overall market. It provides the idea of its revenue generation into the overall market compared to other vendors in the space. It provides insights into how vendors are performing in terms of revenue generation and customer base compared to others. Knowing market share offers an idea of the size and competitiveness of the vendors for the base year. It reveals the market characteristics in terms of accumulation, fragmentation, dominance, and amalgamation traits.

Competitive Scenario:The Competitive Scenario provides an outlook analysis of the various business growth strategies adopted by the vendors. The news covered in this section deliver valuable thoughts at the different stage while keeping up-to-date with the business and engage stakeholders in the economic debate. The competitive scenario represents press releases or news of the companies categorized into Merger & Acquisition, Agreement, Collaboration, & Partnership, New Product Launch & Enhancement, Investment & Funding, and Award, Recognition, & Expansion. All the news collected help vendor to understand the gaps in the marketplace and competitors strength and weakness thereby, providing insights to enhance product and service.

Company Usability Profiles:The report profoundly explores the recent significant developments by the leading vendors and innovation profiles in the Global CF & CFRP Market, including Aeron Composite Pvt. Ltd., Crosby Composites, DowAksa, ELG Carbon Fibre Ltd, Formosa Plastics Corporation, Gurit, Hexcel Corporation, HYOSUNG., Kemrock Industries and Exports Limited, Koninklijke Ten Cate bv, KUREHA CORPORATION, Mitsubishi Chemical Holding Corporation, Nippon Graphite Fiber Corporation, Plasan Carbon Composites, ROSATOM State Corporation, SGL Group, Sigmatex., Solvay SA, TEIJIN LIMITED., TORAY INDUSTRIES, INC, and UMATEX.

The report provides insights on the following pointers:1. Market Penetration: Provides comprehensive information on the market offered by the key players2. Market Development: Provides in-depth information about lucrative emerging markets and analyze penetration across mature segments of the markets3. Market Diversification: Provides detailed information about new product launches, untapped geographies, recent developments, and investments4. Competitive Assessment & Intelligence: Provides an exhaustive assessment of market shares, strategies, products, certification, regulatory approvals, patent landscape, and manufacturing capabilities of the leading players5. Product Development & Innovation: Provides intelligent insights on future technologies, R&D activities, and breakthrough product developments

The report answers questions such as:1. What is the market size and forecast of the Global CF & CFRP Market?2. What are the inhibiting factors and impact of COVID-19 shaping the Global CF & CFRP Market during the forecast period?3. Which are the products/segments/applications/areas to invest in over the forecast period in the Global CF & CFRP Market?4. What is the competitive strategic window for opportunities in the Global CF & CFRP Market?5. What are the technology trends and regulatory frameworks in the Global CF & CFRP Market?6. What is the market share of the leading vendors in the Global CF & CFRP Market?7. What modes and strategic moves are considered suitable for entering the Global CF & CFRP Market?Read the full report: https://www.reportlinker.com/p06276891/?utm_source=GNW

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Experienced defensive backs for CF thriving this off-season – Camden News

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Last year, the Camden Fairview Cardinals had one of their biggest football seasons in program history.

Behind every conference winning championship team, weaknesses can cause a team to fall short of its biggest goals. While the Cardinals had a highly efficient defense that competed with some of the most talented offenses in the conference, they did have some problems they're hoping to address during spring training.

One weakness that the Cardinals possessed was the trouble they had defending against mid-range-to-deep passing situations. That is something that the Cardinals' defense looked to improve when the off-season started. This year, the defensive backs for Camden Fairview are more experienced and persistent in locking down the opposing passing game.

The Cardinals are returning two defensive backs from last season, but each of the five starters in the 4-2-5 defensive front has already shown to be in excellent form. Junior Jabauree Lockhart and senior cornerback Arquavion Martin led a talented Cardinals secondary that strives to lock down the top impact receivers on the opposing team. They are joined by the other main cornerback in Matt Davis, safety/linebacker Jabari Spencer and safety Takorey McCoy.

Lockhart started at cornerback last season and is taking a special and pivotal role on secondary and defense this year. He will be the rover for the Cardinals' defense, enabling him to be flexible and play as either a linebacker or safety in certain schemes.

Last season, Lockhart accounted for 40 tackles, one sack, a team-high 16 pass breakups, three interceptions, two forced fumbles and two fumble recoveries. His ability to scout the ball and read the quarterback's eyes in passing situations makes him one of the most reliable zone coverage players for the Cardinals. He is more efficient on covering bigger and more aggressive receivers, which can make him win at press at the line of scrimmage.

Martin is another defensive back that is switching from cornerback to the hybrid linebacker/safety position. Defensive coordinator Devin Ball made the switch as Martin can play more inside pass coverage.

"Arquavion has been bumped to the other spot, to a safety/linebacker hybrid, but he plays more coverage duty stuff. We play him to the strength; both of them are savvy, both of them (including Lockhart) are talented. I expect them to be the best safeties in the conference this year," Ball said.

McCoy will be the Cardinals' lone safety, often deep in the secondary. He will often be the one-man safety that plays a lot of zone coverage against deep passing situations. His ability to read the plays and the receivers' routes after the ball has been snapped is a huge asset to the Cardinals' pass defense. Ball said McCoy put on 10-15 pounds of muscle during the off-season and looks to be a huge playmaker for the Cardinals' defense.

Davis and Spencer are the team's primary man-coverage cornerbacks as the defensive backs will contain the outside deep receivers of the opposing offense. Ball complimented the quick twitch of Spencer's movement, which allows him to turn his hips and stay on his assigned man. Spencer is also highly aggressive at the line of scrimmage, which is good for press-man coverage to go along with his speed.

While Davis is one of the smallest-sized players by height for Camden Fairview, he is not a cornerback that loses contested catches. Davis possesses speed and superior athleticism and the surprising ability to create big hits to cause pass breakups and make open-field tackles. He possesses the athleticism to create pass disruptions in the air and swat the ball away. His speed, athleticism and determination make him a lockdown corner.

"Matt came to us to us this year, he is a late bloomer. Last year, he had some things going on off the field; we understand that in this world of this nature, we know kids have struggles. We rode it out with him through the school year to make sure he was good," Ball said. "He may be the smallest guy on the field, and the cliche is about the dynamite, but he brings a boom, and he has a great feel for the ball. Excellent in coverage, you see him out there against Jarvis Reed today and he did some special stuff for us."

This entire secondary for Camden Fairview already has asserted their presence in practices against this incredibly talented and loaded receiver corps. They look to get better throughout the Spring Training and this summer as they prepare for the 2022 season kicks off.

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The 37th anniversary of Real Madrid’s first UEFA Cup – Real Madrid CF

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NEWS STORY. 22/05/2022

Today marks 37 years sinceReal Madrid lifted their first everUEFA Cup. On 22 May 1985, our team got their hands on the trophy at theSantiago Bernabu when they beat Hungarian side Videoton. In the first leg, the madridistas set themselves well on the way to the title with a 3-0 win thanks to goals forMchel, Santillana andValdano. The result was enough to see them lift the cup despite a 1-0 loss in the second leg.

On their way to the final, Madridknocked out Wacker Innsbruck, Rijeka, Anderlecht, Tottenham and Inter Milan. It was a historic campaign which included three unforgettable Santiago Bernabu comebacks. The first was a 3-0 win over Rijeka following a 3-1 loss in the opening leg. The second was even more impressive, having fallen to a 3-0 loss to Anderlecht, our boys produced a remarkable 6-1 win in the return fixture. The last, in the semi-finals, saw the team eliminate Inter (3-0) despite having lost 2-0 in Milan. On an individual level,Santillanawas the team's leading scorer, with 5.

FIRST LEG (8/5/1985)0-Videoton:P. Distzl, Borsanyi, L. Distzl, Csuhay, Horvath, Palkovics, Vegh, Wittmann, Vadasz, Novath (Gyenti, 62) and Burcsa.3-Real Madrid:Miguel ngel, Chendo, Camacho, Sanchs, San Jos, Mchel, Gallego, Stielike, Valdano, Butragueo (Juanito, 80) and Santillana (Salguero, 86).

Goals:0-1(min. 32):Mchel.0-2(min. 77):Santillana.0-3(min. 89):Valdano.

SECOND LEG (22/5/1985)0-Real Madrid:Miguel ngel, Chendo, Camacho, Sanchs, San Jos, Mchel, Gallego, Stielike, Valdano (Juanito, 58), Butragueo and Santillana (Salguero, 86).1-Videoton:P. Distzl, Vegh, Csuhay, L. Distzl, Horvath, Burcsa, Csongradi (Wittmann, 58), Vadasz, Majer, Szabo and Novath (Palkovics, 52).

Goals:0-1(min. 87):Majer.

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Thailand Political Parties Pushing for Land-Based, Online Casino Legalization – Casino.Org News

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The idea of offering legalized land-based and online casinos in Thailand is gathering momentum. A number of Thai political parties have presented a draft amendment to the Gambling Act that, if approved, would legalize land-based and online gambling.

The Thai Local Power Party spearheaded the legalization move, according to The Bangkok Post. The political group, formed a decade ago, proposes a casino in all four regions of Thailand.

Logically, the plan includes properties in the provinces that receive the greatest amount of tourism traffic. The goal is to raise funds during a period when the countrys economy is still recovering after the COVID-19 debacle.

Legalizing casinos would create jobs, spur local economies, and provide tax revenue to the government. Kovit Pangngam, a member of the Thai Local Power Party, expects that the casinos would generate an estimated THB400 billion to THB600 billion (about US$11.6 billion to $17.46 billion) per year.

That, asserts Kovit, means a lot of revenue. Between taxes, license fees, and other sources, Thailand could generate as much as THB1.5 trillion (US$43.7 billion) from the online segment alone.

In December, Thailands National Assembly established subcommittees to examine the possibility of legalizing casino gambling in the country. Gambling, other than on approved horse races or government lotteries, is prohibited under the Gambling Act 1935.

Kovit stated that 10% of the tax revenue from license holders, including application fees, will be sent to the Ministry of Finance. The remaining 90% will go to state welfare initiatives, including student loans and debt relief, as well as funding for the agricultural sector.

The Gambling Act Amendment Draft included verification of players in order to make sure that no underage person can access these services. It also includes measures to prosecute unlicensed platforms.

Kovit believes that, in addition to casinos, lawmakers should also consider legalizing underground lotteries. These, he feels, could add over THB150 billion (US$4.36 billion) in revenue each year.

The financial projections are not entirely impossible, but are likely a little inflated. With a population of around 67 million and no real gaming history to build on, an accurate determination is difficult.

If recent rumors are true, the political parties can count on support from at least one major casino operator for their initiative. Las Vegas Sands is reportedly eyeing a new Asian destination, and Thailand is allegedly on the shortlist of targets.

Thailand began seriously considering legalized gambling last December. It formed a special committee of 60 members to explore the possibility. The decision sparked debates and discussions, but received support at the business level. Legalized gambling is an incentive for post-COVID-19 economic recovery, as well as a strategy to attract cross-border and global visitors.

Opposition to the initiative is moral and religiously inspired. The countrys Buddhist majority, like other religions, condemns gambling. This is in spite of the fact that Buddhism doesnt actively prohibit the activity.

At the same time, various civil society groups have also spoken out because they fear that initiatives of this type may have a negative impact on the communities where they are installed. These groups also believe casinos are nothing more than hubs for corruption and money laundering.

The areas lawmakers identified as favorable to host the casinos would be the cities of Chiang Mai and Chiang Rai in the north, Udon Thani and Ubon Ratchathani in the northeast, and Pattaya and Chonburi in the east.

Gambling opponents also insist that there is difficulty in establishing precise rules on the management and taxation of casinos. There may be some basis to that argument. However, no industry escapes corruption, fraud, or regulatory violations. Still, there is less control over an industry that operates underground than there can ever be over a legalized alternative.

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Amend IT Act to regulate online gaming – The Financial Express

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By Ratnakar Shetty

Imposing a ban and imposing a rule on an activity often meet very distinct ends. A ban, more likely than not, turns out to be a bane than a boon because coercive measures are most likely to breed negative outcomes over time. Society is said to function within what public policy experts define as a critical rangethe limits within which society operates in terms of legalities associated. Absolute restrictions trigger humans to behave in a way that defies the norms establishing that critical range. More often than not, people are tempted to do what is prohibited.

There has been considerable debate on the social impact of online gaming, backed by questions on its legal credibility. Now is the time to segregate what is considered good, bad, and ugly and also address the perplexity, taboo, and myths shrouding the online gaming industry that is misconceived as an endorser of gambling or betting. It is of prime importance to distinguish between online gaming and online gambling, the former being a game of skill and the latter, of chance. Science and a knowledge base underlie games of skill, where outcomes of winning or losing are exclusively determined by practice and awareness of the game one participates in. Besides monetary gain by participants, the intrinsic value lies in sharpening cognitive skills in the process of participation. On the contrary, outcomes derived from games of chance are not determined by any form of statistical analysis, but rely merely on trial and error tending towards addiction. Another noteworthy aspect is that apart from attracting high FDI and ensuring high revenue to the exchequer, online gaming platforms generate employment opportunities for technical experts, which has a ripple effect on bolstering the growth of the animation, visual effects, gaming and comics sector.

There has beena lot of controversy over addiction and financial losses as th extreme ramifications of online gaming. However, one needs to acknowledge that the gains from online gaming outweigh the anomalies (which stand out as exceptions in the larger spectrum of events). Further, in order to call out what is ugly, there is an urgency for the Centre to identify and impose penalties on real sites where people indulge in betting or gambling. In fact, offshore gambling sites have been misused for money laundering. The unpredictable ugly, therefore, calls for a regulatory system defined by progressive policies to monitor and control any possibility of damage. This would consequently strengthen the position of online gaming as a mode of entertainment that has its purpose in creating value in the technological space and adding prominence to Digital India on the world stage.

Since there are no defined laws to govern online gaming, the ministry of electronics and information technology opined that online gaming platforms must adhere to the IT Rules 2021s due- diligence requirements. Hopes are pinned on the new Digital India Act, set to replace the countrys IT Act that dates back to 2000. The latter established the foundational legal framework for dealing with cybercrime and e-commerce participants, defining a code of conduct as well as penalties for its violations. Clearly, it was put into effect at a time when most of todays cyberspace challenges could not be imagined, and it is now ill-suited to continue governing the online realm.

Without a doubt, India is one of the worlds fastest-growing online gaming markets. Despite the uncertainty surrounding the legal aspect of the sector, there is much to commend here in terms of appreciating how the industry has come of age and reflects the best of both Digital India and Make-in-India. Hearteningly, the prime minister called for more India-made games, acknowledging the growth potential of this sector. While the finance minister also spoke in favour of gaming, an inclusive outlook towards online gamingamendments to the IT Act 200 would help the sunrise industry thrive with new laws and regulatory frameworks that would enable building on the good, minimising the bad, and eliminating the ugly.

A central law covering the aforementioned aspects is crucial to the future of Indias online skill gaming industry. A clear and well-regulated regime would pave the way for increased FDI. It will not only boost this sector, but also increase transparency and operator accountability to Indian laws. It will also allow consumers to enjoy gaming in a responsible, transparent, and safe environment that is governed by regulations. In fact, for online gaming to thrive in a healthy operating space, the states can take action against illegal betting websites with support from the gaming industry. Besides, if consumer-interest groups were to be involved in anti-gambling efforts, it would spread awareness and provide forums to report and condemn illegal platforms. A thorough classification of varieties of online games could enable targeted rule-making by factoring in any risks involved. Such a solid framework in the form of a revised IT Act would be effective in distinguishing skill-based games from gambling.

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Minnesota Sports Betting Bill Progresses, But Legalization Odds Slim in 2022 – Casino.Org News

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Minnesota sports betting legislation advanced in a Senate committee this week. But with only days remaining before the state legislature is to adjourn for 2022, the odds are slim that gambling will be expanded this year.

State Sen. Roger Chamberlain (R-Lino Lakes) recently introduced a sports betting bill that quickly garnered 5-4 support in the Senate Finance Committee. But Chamberlains bill differs significantly from a sports betting statute that has gained favor in the House.

House File 778 would allow Minnesotas 11 federally recognized tribes to operate sports betting at their casinos, as well as online with an approved third-party vendor like DraftKings. Chamberlains sports betting statute does the same, but would additionally provide retail and online sports betting privileges for the states two horse racetracks.

Were very happy to help protect the tribes. I always have been willing to do that. But we cannot allow exclusivity in this case, Chamberlain said of his sports betting law that includes the horsemen.

This version is good for tribes, its good for tracks, and most importantly, it is great for consumers, the Republican lawmaker continued. It gives Minnesotans gaming options at brick-and-mortar locations and online vendors. It respects the Tribal Nations and provides a revenue stream to the state. Its time to get this done.

Minnesotas four neighboring states North and South Dakota, Iowa, and Wisconsin all have legal sports betting up and running. Sports betting is also legal north of the Canadian border in Ontario.

While theres adequate support in the Minnesota House to authorize sports gambling, a full Senate vote on the expanded gambling has not yet been held.

Time is of utmost importance, as the Legislature nears its 2022 session end. The Senate and House are scheduled to adjourn at the end of business on Monday, May 23.

Chamberlain says his fellow colleagues should act quickly to get sports betting over the finish line.

With the move by Wisconsin to legalize sports wagering, Minnesota is now the only state in our region without a legal option, Chamberlain explained. This means Minnesotans must cross our borders to bet on games or find illegal workarounds with online vendors.

Legalizing betting in the state would mean Minnesotans can bet from their own backyard and know they are doing so in a safe manner, he concluded.

Minnesotas native tribes maintain a monopoly on gambling aside from the state-run Minnesota State Lottery. Tribal leaders are seeking to maintain that status quo when it comes to gambling on sports.

The Minnesota Indian Gaming Association (MIGA) says allowing horse racetracks to participate in sports betting is a nonstarter. The tribal gaming group is supportive of the House sports betting measure that maintains tribal control on gambling.

House File 778 is based on a recognition that tribal gaming has an unblemished reputation and expertise in conducting gambling, and thus entrusts tribes to exclusively operate as sports betting license holders, a MIGA letter to the Minnesota Senate read. But to be clear, MIGA has consistently opposed the expansion of non-tribal commercial gaming and will continue to do so.

This opposition seeks to protect the gaming industry that today serves as the essential tax base tribal governments and communities rely on, the MIGA statement ended.

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All of our recommended online betting sites have safe and fast payout options. We would love to go over all of them, but we just do not have time. The last one on our list today is Red Dog Casino. At Red Dog Casino, you can use cash and a variety of cryptocurrency banking options.

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Opinion: Welcome To Kansas, The New Las Vegas Of Sports Betting – Legal Sports Report

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Dorothy might have left Kansas on her trip to Oz, but if she enjoys sports betting, she is going to want to get back soon.

In 1918, a survey crew determined that Lebanon, Kan., is the geographic center of the contiguous United States. So if you have not been, the time to visit Kansas is coming.

Things are about to get even more interesting, as Kansass legalization of sports betting is fortuitously timed. In an era where more than 30 states have legalized sports betting, it is weird to see regulated sports betting deserts, but there is a mobile betting desert surrounding Kansas on three sides.

Following the signature of Governor Laura Kelly, Kansans will be allowed to bet online (as well as at the states four commercial casinos and tribal properties that renegotiate or negotiate new compacts) sometime in the relatively near future.

There is actually potential that Kansas revenue projections have come in on the low end. Given the lack of access to regulated sports betting in surrounding states, the gas stations, strip malls, and truck stops could become Kansass very own Las Vegas Boulevard. Only instead of glitzy hotels and showgirls, there are people in cars on cell phones throwing back chili dogs.

Personally, Ill be betting from N & J Cafe and Bakery parking lot in Wichita after enjoying phenomenal Mediterraneanfood.

Kelly signed SB 84 allowing sports betting in the Sunflower State, and we also got some insight on potential launch dates. Regulators told LSR that a fall launch is a possibility, though that would be a fast timeline.

The details of the KS sports betting law appear pretty good for operators. Those hoping to get into the market will need a Kansas-based partner but will have a very manageable 10% tax rate.

Bettors will need to be 21 years old. Getting into the market means partnering with a casino, but the bill allows for kiosks in professional sports facilities, as well as 50 partnerships with Kansas businesses, of which 10 must be non-profits.

Firstly, Kansas has incredibly reasonable projections for tax revenue from sports betting, estimating that legalization will bring in between $1 and $5 million, a far cry from the gold-plated fire hydrant projections coming from most states.

The Kansas Reflector also details that books are projected to do between $9 and $45 million in revenue.

While Kansas has modest revenue projections, the plan is to devote 80% of the revenue to bringing a professional sports team to Kansas.

While legal mobile betting is likely going to be welcomed by Kansans, it might actually be as big of a hit with bettors in neighboring states.

Both Missouri and Oklahoma failed to make any significant movement legalizing sports betting this year, again. Nebraska to the north legalized in-person wagering. But not allowing for mobile betting meaning that for large segments of the population, it might be more convenient to just head down Highway 77 to the other side of the state line that is, if they ever launch in-person betting.

While Kansas has a population of just about 3 million, Oklahoma has closer to 4 million people, Missouri has more than 6 million, and Nebraska has a population of just under 2 million.

The Kansas market could become quite popular for bettors in neighboring states.

Everyone knows Kansas Citys proximity from Missouri, it is in the name, Tulsa is also under an hour from the Kansas border.

It is quite possible that gas stations and truck stops all along the Kansas border could experience New Yorks George Washington Bridge experience of bettors making a short turnaround trip to place a few bets, then go home.

Bettors in Nebraska, Missouri, and Oklahoma would undoubtedly prefer to stay home and bet legally from the comfort of their own couches, but those plans appear to be distant dreams at the moment.

For what feels like the fourth year in a row, Missouri had way too many cooks in the kitchen to get a deal done. In the end, a deal was reached in the House, but three proposals all proved unworkable in the Senate.

Back in January and February, Oklahomans were excited about the prospect of sports betting in the Sooner State, despite some incredibly rainbow-and-unicorn level of economic impact projections. Legislation had a vocal champion in Ponca City (just south of the Kansas border) representative Ken Luttrell. But the bill died with very little attention.

As for Nebraska, we are coming up on a year since Governor Pete Ricketts signed a law allowing betting at the states racetracks and racinos, as well as on tribal lands located within the state. While the state promised to revisit mobile betting in the future, it seems unlikely that we see any movement there for some time.

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