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Google issues Android 13 patch to fix wireless charging, battery issues – Business Standard

Posted: September 7, 2022 at 6:14 pm

Google has issued a first security patch to fix bugs in Pixel phones running Android 13 to address issues like increased battery drain and disabled wireless charging.

The monthly software update for September 2022 will reach all supported Pixel devices running Android 13, starting from Tuesday.

"The rollout will continue over the next week in phases depending on carrier and device. Pixel 6a devices will receive the update later this month," the company said in an update.

Users will receive a notification once the over-the-air (OTA) update becomes available for their device.

The security update includes bug fixes for issue occasionally causing increased battery drain from certain launcher background activities and the issue preventing wireless charging mode to activate in certain conditions.

The update also offers additional improvements for fingerprint recognition and response in certain conditions and fixes the issue occasionally preventing certain Bluetooth devices or accessories from connecting.

The monthly security update also has a fix for issue occasionally causing notifications to appear truncated on the lock screen.

The fixes are available for Pixel 4, Pixel 4 XL, Pixel 5, Pixel 6, Pixel 6 Pro and Pixel 6a (later this month).

Earlier, some Pixel 6a users had noticed that any fingerprint is able to unlock their new phones in a rather worrying security lapse.

Google Pixel users were also left in a lurch after downloading Android 13 as several of them were not able to use wireless charging after installing the latest operating system (OS).

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Google Pixel Buds Pro review: Late, but good things come to those who wait – Business Standard

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A year after introducing its entry-level wireless earbuds, the Pixel Buds A-series (review), Google has forayed into the premium segment in India with the Pixel Buds Pro. These are late arrivals, but good things come to those who wait. On offer is a long list of features, including active noise cancellation and wireless charging, complemented by snug fit, ease of use, and uniformity across Android devices that lift the user experience a notch above other wireless earbuds.

Contributing to the experience is the simple but practical design of the earbuds and charging case. Starting with earbuds, these are oval-shaped units with sloped circular heads on the top side (facing outward) and angled in-ear tips at the bottom on the backside. The earbuds look big, but they fit accurately in ears and do not look like mushrooms coming off ears. Moreover, the earbuds are light in weight and offer a snug and secure fit for comfortable experience even after extended use.

Like the earbuds, the charging-cum-storage case has a simple but functional design. It is a pebble shaped-unit made of plastic with matte texture, which is good for grip and thus aids handling. On the front, the case has an LED that blinks when the buds are in a pairing mode or the case is open. The LED light turns orange if the case is running low on battery. It doubles up as a charging indicator and shows white colour when the case and earbuds are fully charged. Speaking of charging, the case has a USB-C port at the bottom for wired charging. The Pixel Buds Pro supports wireless charging, which takes significantly longer time (about four hours) to charge the case and buds compared to wired charging (about ninety minutes). Nevertheless, it is a meaningful addition to the mix, especially for those who use smartphones with reverse wireless charging feature.

ALSO READ: Google Pixel 6a review: Smooth experience makes up for tiny imperfections

The design is good, but it is the audio performance and ease of use that the Google Pixel Buds Pro has going for it. Starting with audio performance, the earbuds default sound signature is balanced with deep bass, clear vocals, and fine treble. Importantly, the audio signature does not change with active noise cancellation enabled or disabled. Speaking of ANC, it is good but not the best. Complementing the earbuds, however, is the transparency mode--the ambient noise does not get unnecessarily amplified or filtered. Instead, it sounds clear and natural, thus, delivering a novel experience.

The Pixel Buds Pro are good for listening to music, and so for attending voice calls. With ANC, the voice call experience is top-notch even in noisy ambient environments. Irrespective of the ambient noise conditions, the microphones pick voice with clarity and on no occasion struggle to deliver quality experience.

Coming to ease of use, it is enabled by Google Assistant. Just say Ok, Google and the earbuds are ready to take voice command. The earbuds even read back notifications. This is something that makes life easy, especially if you are part of the Google product ecosystem. Besides Google Assistant, it is the intuitive touch and gesture controls on the earbuds that add to the convenience. Tap your earbud once to play/pause audio or to answer calls, twice to move to the next audio track or to reject call, or thrice to go back to the previous audio track. Along with tap, there is tap and hold touch control which is customisable toggle ANC or talk to assistant. Besides these, there are gesture controls for volume swipe forward and backward to raise and lower the volume, respectively.

Rounding up the package is a modest on-battery time of about five hours with ANC enabled and nine hours with ANC disabled. Not exceptional, but it is on par with the best ANC wireless earbuds in its segment.

Verdict

Priced at Rs 19,990, the Google Pixel Buds Pro is a well-rounded package with most of the features one expects in a premium active noise cancelling wireless earbuds. However, the earbuds get nothing novel from Google to innovate the segment. Moreover, their arrival seems late with competition from established brands such as Samsung, Sony, OnePlus, OPPO, et al, already pushing the boundaries beyond fundamentals with features like adaptive ANC, customisable sound profiles, and Dolby Atmos. What works for the Google Pixel Buds Pro, however, is the smooth experience and ease of use. Besides, these are among the few wireless earbuds that deliver uniform experience across Android devices. Smooth experience and ease of use are two factors to consider the Pixel Buds Pro. Otherwise, the segment has better propositions on offer for the price.

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Why Ottawas efforts to get Google and Facebook to pay for news content misses the mark – The Conversation

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We have seen drastic changes in the media industry over the last two decades. Between 2008 and 2021, more than 450 news outlets closed across Canada and at least one-third of journalism jobs disappeared.

The digital platform giants notably Google and Facebook are very much part of this media ecosystem, but are they positive contributors?

By reproducing or linking to articles they dont create, but earn ad revenue from they claimed 80 per cent of online ad revenues, or almost $10 billion, in 2020 these big tech companies seem to deprive news publishers their rightful due. So should publishers be compensated for the use of their content?

Many countries have debated this question; few have acted. In 2019, the European Union instituted a so-called link tax essentially a licensing fee that search engines and news aggregators have to pay publishers for using their content. In 2021, Australia brought in a law that compels Google and Facebook to negotiate deals with the countrys news publishers.

Now, Canada is weighing in. In April, the federal government tabled legislation that channels Australias approach. Bill C-18, the Online News Act, is a sharp-elbowed nudge to get the dominant digital platforms to negotiate mutually-acceptable agreements with Canadas online newspapers, magazines and TV and radio broadcasters.

If they cannot come to terms, the parties would have to enter a binding arbitration overseen by the Canadian Radio-television and Telecommunications Commission (CRTC), the arms-length regulator. If enacted, would Bill C-18 contribute to the sustainability of the news market, as the government promises?

Read more: A paltry number of Canadians are paying for online news

Its true that news outlets have struggled to make money ever since the internet upended their gravy train classified ads and print subscriptions. But its also true that search engines and aggregators have expanded the online news market. They direct substantial traffic to the publishers websites, particularly traffic from casual readers that otherwise would not take place.

There is no evidence that shows news outlets are worse off because of Google, Facebook and other aggregators. If anything, evidence (and lots of it) shows that, overall, news outlets would be in worse shape without these digital platforms.

Thats what I found in a study I undertook with economist Joan Calzada of the link tax imposed by Spain (before the EU-wide directive was instituted in 2019).

In 2014, Spain began forcing aggregators such as Google News to pay a link fee to original publishers. Google responded by shutting down its Spanish edition. We found that after the shutdown, Spanish news outlets experienced a reduction in the number of daily visits of between eight and 14 per cent.

To add insult to injury, advertisers stopped placing ads on their sites, causing a collapse in ad revenues. Particularly hard hit were smaller news publishers lower-ranked sites with a larger share of casual readers.

During the same period, Germany instituted a link fee as well. In this case, Google News required German publishers to waive the linking fee. A study from the University of Munich found that publishers deciding to opt out from Google indexing faced disastrous consequences: daily visits to their sites significantly dropped and traffic was diverted to competing sites that opted into indexing.

These and other studies show news publishers benefit from the Googles of the world. So would Bill C-18, as it currently stands, really change anything for the better?

The current debate is based on a false premise, that news outlets are not already being compensated, instead of focusing on the rightful split of joint revenues between the platform and the content creator.

If Bill C-18 passes, we can expect big publishers to receive most of the funds thats what happened in Europe and Australia. Smaller media outlets with low brand awareness will suffer unless they band together and bargain collectively with the digital giants.

We can expect Google, Facebook and their ilk to adjust their market behaviour. What would stop them, for example, from tweaking their algorithms to benefit news publishers offering the most favourable arrangements?

Recent evidence shows Google Australia started recommending less expensive content after the law was passed in Australia.

Alternative policy responses must be considered. In the past, when Google faced similar legal trouble, France and Belgium set up lump sum funds that were shared by news publishers based on a predetermined formula. Such an approach ensures a fair distribution of funds across content creators and doesnt distort market behaviour of the platforms involved.

Bill C-18 is just one of three pieces of legislation now being considered by the House of Commons. There is also a proposed bill that addresses hate speech and other online abuses and another that brings online streaming services under the Broadcasting Act.

Its clear Canadians approve; polling shows a majority support greater government regulation on the internet. While its good to be on the right side of public opinion, its better to be on the right side of policy.

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Sports betting in Florida: Has it been legalized, how to bet online, where to get picks and promos – CBS Sports

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More than 30 states will kick off the first weekend of the football season with legal online sports betting, but Floridians are still waiting for when they can also be part of the fun again. Florida sports betting launched for three brief weeks last November until the Seminole Tribe quickly challenged the compact they were legalized under, claiming it violated the Indian Gaming Regulatory Act. Seminole-run in-person casino gambling and pari-mutuel horse racing remain legal in the Sunshine State, but Florida mobile sports betting can't return until legal proceedings with the Seminoles have concluded. Currently, arguments will not be heard again until some time in 2023.

The latest Florida sports book bonus code and Florida sports book promo code will be popular among sports fans in the Sunshine State when Florida online sportsbooks return. If you need a refresher on Florida online sports betting terminology in the meantime, here is a sports betting glossary from our friends at SportsLine.

If Florida online sports betting returns, there are multiple ways sports fans in the Sunshine State can wager on their favorite sports teams and leagues. Here are some examples:

Against the spread: This is the most popular betting style when it comes to wagering on football. If Miami is listed as the 7.5-point underdog against New England, that side must win outright or lose by seven or fewer points in order to cover the spread. New England can cover that spread by winning by eight or more points.

Push: If neither team is able to cover the spread, the result is called a push. If Tampa Bay closes as a three-point favorite against Dallas and then wins the game 27-24, neither team can cover and all bets on the spread are returned.

Parlay: This betting method requires two or more sides in one bet. All sides have to win for the bet to be a winner, so it's a riskier bet with the potential for a bigger payday. If you bet $100 on a four-team parlay at 11-1 odds, that bet could win $1,100 if all four sides win.

If you're looking for the best values on the board in Florida or elsewhere, be sure to check out SportsLine, which specializes in Vegas picks, DFS advice and season-long fantasy sports projections.

An industry leader, SportsLine.com provides advanced computer modeling, expert picks, news and analysis of all the biggest events in sports. It can help you identify in which games you'll have the biggest statistical advantage. Plus, you'll get access to a team of over 40 experts.

SportsLine provides betting advice across the four major professional sports, college sports, golf, tennis, soccer, combat sports, horse racing, auto racing and more. It's a proven resource to sports bettors around the world. You can sign up here to enjoy all of the sports betting and fantasy sports advice that SportsLine has to offer. Then, use your knowledge to crush Florida online sports betting when it becomes legal again.

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Sports betting in Ohio: When it will be legalized, how to bet online, places to find picks, top-tier promos – CBS Sports

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With the return of football this month, fans are on the edges of their seats waiting for legal Ohio sports betting to launch. Ohio mobile sports betting will kick off in January 2023, making the Buckeye State one of the newest states to give sports fans the chance to wager on their favorite teams from the comfort of their own homes. Ohioans are very passionate about their sports teams, so there is no doubt sports betting in Ohio will be an instant hit and that an exclusive Ohio online sports book promo code and Ohio online sportsbook deposit bonus are going to be must-haves in the new year.

It may be daunting for new sports gamblers, so SportsLine is here to help you better understand sports betting terminology. Below are several sports betting terms and what they mean from our friends at SportsLine.

There are several ways you can make sports wagers both online and in retail sportsbooks and plenty of bet types you'll want to familiarize yourself with. Here are several common sports betting terms:

Against the spread: Ohio loves its football teams, so expect spread betting to be very popular. If Cincinnati is a 7.5-point favorite against Cleveland, they need to win by eight or more points to cover the spread. Cleveland can cover by winning outright or losing by seven or fewer points.

Prop bet: If you want to bet on something other than the final score of a game, a prop bet is right for you. Popular prop bets in football include how many passes a tight end catches or how many touchdowns a running back rushes in.

Parlay: Parlays involve two or more sides in one bet, so the risk is higher but the reward is worth it. If you bet $100 on a four-team parlay at 11-1 odds, that bet could win $1,100 if all four sides win.

If you're looking for the best values on the board in Ohio or elsewhere, be sure to check out SportsLine.com, which specializes in Vegas picks, DFS advice and season-long fantasy sports projections.

An industry leader, SportsLine.com provides advanced computer modeling, expert picks, news and analysis of all the biggest events in sports. It can help you identify in which games you'll have the biggest statistical advantage. Plus, you'll get access to a team of over 40 experts.

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Maryland Opens Online Sports Betting Application Process – The Action Network

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Maryland is accepting applications for online sports betting licenses, the Sports Wagering Application Review Commission announced Tuesday.

Entities interested in obtaining a license must submit an application by October 21. The announcement comes after the Joint Committee on Administrative, Executive and Legislative Review approved emergency regulations for online sports betting on Friday.

The SWARC is holding a public hearing for the approved regulations Friday at 11 a.m. ET.

During a recent meeting, SWARC members said they anticipate online sports betting will be live around the Super Bowl in early February.

Marylanders legalized in-person and online sports betting in 2020. Of all the states to legalize online sports betting, it has taken the longest to get it up and running.

We know sports fans are eager to have mobile wagering, and we also know that it will substantially increase the contributions to education funding, so were eager too, John Martin, Director of Maryland Lottery and Gaming said in a press release Tuesday. Weve been doing everything we can to have it launch before the end of the year, and now we have a good chance to make that happen.

Much of the delay has come as the commission has waited on results from a disparity study which is intended to determine opportunities for women and minority owned businesses within legal sports betting.

Last week, SWARC announced the long-awaited study shows the state cant take into account race or gender in deciding whether or not to award a license.

Instead, license awardees will be asked to submit a diversity plan to the SWARC within 30 days of receiving their license.

But Assistant Attorney General David Stamper whos office was tasked with the original study has concluded the commission wont be able to revoke a license after awarding one.

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The Best Sports Betting Sites for Every NFL Game This Weekend – Mile High Sports

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The National Football League is finally back and with Week 1 now here, football fans throughout the United States will be looking for the best sports betting sites. The top online sportsbook apps remain in a spirited competition to earn market share and the business of sports fans everywhere. To this end, operators are approaching a new season with an aggressive plan, one in which they are bringing prospective users the ability to score numerous incentives.

While a new NFL season naturally drives wagering interest, this is also the first year that players in several states will be able to wager on regular season games with the top betting sites.

Whether its more established markets like New Jersey and Pennsylvania or ones on the newer side like New York and Kansas or any of those in between thousands of dollars in free bets and value are out there for the taking.

There are a handful of prominent sports betting sites that possess great visibility through television and radio adds, while there are some others that are a bit more under-the-radar that still provide great value.

Below, weve assembled a how-to guide in terms of signing up for at sports betting sites, along with a preview on what to expect in terms of promos and bonuses.

The Bills and Rams present players with their first opportunity to wager on a brand new season, but the action will be headlined by 14 games Sunday and then a Monday Night Football matchup featuring the Seahawks and Broncos. Notably, that will be the first telecast for Troy Aikman and Joe Buck at their new home, ESPN. Pair up the announcers and a great matchup, and that game figures to be a big one for sports betting sites.

In terms of the best overall apps, DraftKings, FanDuel, Caesars, Barstool Sportsbook, and BetMGM consistently sit near the top of the rankings. That said, lets take a look at what each will be offering throughout the weekend.

First, lets start with DraftKings. The app is offering $200 in free bets to new players who sign up and make a $5 first bet on any game.

Meanwhile, any Rams-Bills bet will pay, up to $250, if the side bet surges ahead by at least seven points. On Sunday, users will receive the same early-win special on teams that get up by 10+ points.

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As for FanDuel Sportsbook, arguably the biggest and most popular of the sports betting sites, they will offer new players a bet $5, get $150 instant bonus.

Meanwhile, players will receive a $10 no-sweat bet that will bring back a credit refund should it lose.

Score a bet $5, get $150 instant bonus with FanDuel right here.

Over at Barstool Sportsbook, one of the emerging sports betting sites in the 13 states in which it currently operates, players will have access to a $1,000 risk-free first bet along with an NFL Week 1 bonus.

Those who wager at least $100 on any of the 32 teams to win the Super Bowl will receive a bonus that pays out $7 in sportsbook cash for every win accumulated by that team. With significant daily odds boosts and other creative incentives, including exclusive merchandise, this is a great opportunity to try out what stacks up as one of the industrys best overall apps.

Now, lets check out Caesars Sportsbook. The brand exploded onto the scene last season, particularly as part of the NY sports betting launch, on the heels of awesome risk-free bet and deposit match specials.

This year, the app will give players a $1,250 first bet on the house, refunding losing wagers with site credit. This remains the biggest single-bet insurance policy available in most markets. Also noteworthy of the app, it excels in terms of supplying players with odds boosts and daily incentives.

Score the $1,250 first bet on Caesars with promo code MHSXLFULL right here.

BetMGM remains a strong option in most legal online sports betting states. Those it does not offer a new user sign up to players in New York, it does everywhere else.

Most states are able to secure a $1,000 risk-free first bet. Thats said, players in Kansas, Illinois, and Louisiana will have the opportunity to lock in a bet $10, get $200 bonus on any NFL game, one that pays as long as either team in the contest combines for a touchdown.

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The Bills and Rams will kick off the 2022 NFL regular season and a first full weekend of matchups, which means that players looking to bet on the action will be in the market for all of the best offers from the top online sports betting sites. Apps like DraftKings, FanDuel, BetMGM and Caesars have become established industry brands, while a number of other apps look to make a significant move throughout the season.

Week 1 of the NFL season is particularly important for the top sports betting sites because its an opportunity to win the business of bettors at onset on action. With a favorable first impression, chances are that such players will stick around.

Because the stakes are high and the competition is fierce, many of the top legal online sports betting operators are approaching the start of this season with some of the best new user sign up specials to date. Notably, not only does September mark a busy month at sports betting sites, this year also marks the first in which players in many states can legally wager on the action right from Week 1.

When it comes to the hierarchy of sports betting sites, brands like DraftKings and FanDuel sit atop the list. Using significant brand power dating all the way to the daily fantasy craze of the mid-2010s, these two powers have quickly emerged as the leaders in market share across many key states.

That said, there are plenty of other options worth checking out this NFL season. Lets briefly run through all of the notable promos and bonuses available this month.

Want to get the attention of new customers? Give them a no-risk, high-upside 40 to 1 bonus return and some no-brainer odds. Thats exactly the playbook from DraftKings, which will turn any $5 Week 1 wager into $200 in free bets.

Whats more, the app will also take any bet (up to $250) and score it a winner, as long as their team gets up by a designated amount of points. In the season opener between the Rams and Bills, if the selected team gets up by at least seven, the wager wins. On Sunday, the same applies for teams that get up by at least 10 points.

Grab the DraftKings promo code offer right here.

FanDuel leads the industry in terms of total bets and handle in most markets. This season, it will look to stay atop the sports betting sites race by supplying players with a bet $5, get $150 instant bonus.

Just bet on any NFL game and automatically secure the payout, one that can then be used on any other matchup. One other bonus is also in play. Those who want to bet without any risk can do so by taking advantage of a $10 no-sweat first bet offer, which pays a $10 site credit refund on losing wagers.

Bet $5, get $150 at FanDuel Sportsbook right here.

If a big first bet insurance is of interest to you this NFL season, then the Caesars Sportsbook Full Caesar special that is headline with a $1,250 first bet on the app is a must-have. Bet any amount between $10 and $1,250, catch a site credit refund on losses.

Meanwhile, the app also has a fist full of bonuses for each NFL game, a special daily featured boost, enhanced odds specials and more.

Click here to get started with the Caesars Sportsbook app.

Were big fans of Barstool Sportsbook. The app brings a create approach to sports betting, with fun daily specials, great odds boosts, a $1,000 risk-free bet, and occasional free bet specials. This week, players who place a $100+ wager on any team to win the Super Bowl will get back $7 for each game that team wins.

Click here to use Barstool Sportsbook promo code BLEACHER1000 and get a $1,000 risk-free bet.

Finally, BetMGM closes down out list of top sports betting sites for the NFL this fall. The app offers a $1,000 risk-free first bet in all states except New York, while it also provides those in Kansas, Illinois, and Louisiana with a chance to bet $10, get $200 on any game, as long as at least one touchdown is scored.

Click here to get the $1,000 risk-free bet in most states. Get the $10, $200 bonus in IL, KS, and LA right here.

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Sports betting is now legal in Kansas. Here’s what to know when gambling on Chiefs, K-State, KU – The Topeka Capital-Journal

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The first legal sports bet in Kansas was $15 inspired by Patrick Mahomes' jersey number on the Kansas City Chiefs to win the Super Bowl.

Gov. Laura Kelly placed the wager Thursday at Hollywood Casino, kicking off sports betting in Kansas.

"Every day I hear from Kansans across the state who tell me they are literally counting down the hours until they can finally legally wager on sports," Kelly said. "I'm with them: Im so glad this moment has finally come."

Kansas sports fans and Missourians willing to cross state lines can now legally beton their favorite teams.

"Now, Kansans will have another way to show their support for their favorite teams and players," Kelly said. "As long as theyre not the Broncos or Mizzou, I'm good with that."

The sports betting soft launch kickedoff at noon Thursday. It will befollowed by a full opening Sept. 8, which is the start of the NFL season.

The launch comes just in time for the first football games of the season for theChiefs, Kansas State University Wildcats and University of Kansas Jayhawks. That wasan uncertain prospect when the bill passed late this spring and faced a lengthy and arduous regulatory process.

"With NFL season kicking off ... the timing is perfect to showcase our NFL in-play betting capabilities in particular," PointsBet Group CEO Sam Swanell said in a statement.

Several sportsbooks have offered signup bonuses as advertised on social media and television.

"It's an especially exhilarating time of year, and we are excited for eligible Kansans to be able to get in on all the action," DraftKings co-founder Matt Kalish said in a statement.

Previously: We found out when sports betting will start in Kansas. Here's what to know.

The Kansas Lottery and the Kansas Racing and Gaming Commission approvedtemporary rules and regulations to operate sports betting. Those guidelines were reviewed by Attorney General Derek Schmidt's office and required his approval.

Near Wichita, the Kansas Star Casino will hosta grand opening Sept. 8 that includes a ceremonial first bet by former Jordy Nelson, the star wide receiver at Kansas State University and the Green Bay Packers.

You can place a wager in-person at one of the four state-owned casinos, though only two have in-person sports betting up and running.

Mobile and online betting is also available through several third-party vendors that contract with the casinos.

The state's federally recognized Native American tribes could soon offer betting. More locations, such as restaurants and gas stations, will likely offer ways to gamble on athletics in the future.

More: What channel is KU football vs. Tennessee Tech? How to watch, stream Kansas' season-opener

The Kansas Lotteryreported the following sports wagering platforms will be available to the public on launch day.

Hollywood Casino in Kansas City, Kansas, will have in-person sportsbook and mobile sports betting through Barstool Sports.

Kansas Star Casino in Mulvanewill have in-person sportsbook and mobile sports betting through FanDuel.

Boot Hill Casino and Resort in Dodge City will have mobile sports betting through DraftKings. In-person wagering is expected to be offered in the future.

Kansas Crossing Casino in Pittsburg will offer mobile sports betting through BetMGM, Caesarsand PointsBet. In-person betting is expected to be available in the future.

More: Inflation isn't just at the store but also hurt Kansas pensions. Here's what officials will do.

A money line is a simple bet on the result of a sporting event, such as whether a team wins a game. You win money if you pick the correct outcome.

Point spreads are a type of wager that encompasses the outcome while factoring in how close the score endsup. You win money if you bet on the favorite and they win by more than the expected margin. You can also win money if you bet on the underdog to pull off the upset or to "cover" by playing a closer game than expected.

Over/under bets are placed on the combined score of both teams in a game. You win money if you correctly predict the total points scored to be either over or under the number set by sportsbooks.

There are futures odds, such as predicting far in advance who will win the Super Bowl or the college football Heisman Trophy. Such bets tend to be more lucrative.

Other bet types are also offered, such as same-game parlays, player props and special odds.

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The Kansas City Chiefs are among the best odds to win the Super Bowl, just behind the Buffalo Bills and Tampa Bay Buccaneers, Vegas Insider reports. The sportsbooks are so confident in the Chiefs being a safe bet to make the playoffs that prop odds would require you to put up $210 for the chance of winning $100.

Superstar quarterback Patrick Mahomes is just behind Josh Allen on MVP odds.

While theKansas City Royals have struggled this season, Vegas thinks infielder Bobby Witt Jr. still has a slim shot at AL Rookie of the Year.

Sporting Kansas City would be among the riskiest bets to win the MLS Cup, Vegas Insider reports. The United States has odds in the middle of the pack for winning the FIFA World Cup, while USMNT star Christian Pulisic is a longshot to be the top goal scorer.

Vegas odds aren't very hopeful for either Kansas State University or the University of Kansas to pull of a national championship season in NCAA football.

For fansexpecting Nebraska transfer quarterback Adrian Martinez to lead the Wildcats to a successful year, betting the over on the 6.5 win total could be of interest. K-State won eightgames last season with Skylar Thompson running the offense. Star running back Deuce Vaughn is a longshot to win the Heisman, Vegas Insider reports.

For fans confident that coach Lance Leipold's squadtakes a step forward this year after winning two games last year,they could be intrigued by a2.5 win total. For less hopeful fans who don't want to wait until basketball season, the more favorable football odds may come on whether the Jayhawks cover the spread in matchups.

The defending national champion Jayhawks are among the favorites to make the Final Four, according to Vegas Insider. Sportsbooks have Kansas behind Gonzaga, North Carolina, Houston, Kentucky and Duke.

How much of a cut the state would take of the revenue was a top issue lawmakers debated, ultimately settling on a 10% tax. A few million dollars worth of tax revenue is expected to come in annually.

The current fiscal year is expected to see $1.8 million in new tax revenue to the state. The fiscal estimates increase to$6 million and $10 million in the next two years.

The revenue will go toward a white collar crime fund used to investigate illegal wagering, a new fund designed to attract professional sports teams to Kansas and combatting gambling addiction.

While the state may not be rolling in much dough, the spending is expected to help businesses by legalizing an activity that benefited offshore operators, keeping more of their money in Kansas.

"Casinos, restaurants, and other venues across the state now have another way to attract Kansans to those establishments creating jobs and driving economic growth," Kelly said.

If you or someone you know has a gambling addiction, the state has resources to help.

The problem gambling hotline is 1-800-522-4700. Trained professionals are available 24 hours a day.

Jason Tidd is a statehouse reporter for the Topeka Capital-Journal. He can be reached by email at jtidd@gannett.com. Follow him on Twitter @Jason_Tidd.

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Sports betting experts say the 42 companies that are signaling their interest in taking part in the Massachusetts sports betting industry represent a robust group with the potential to create a competitive market.

Forty-two companies told the Massachusetts Gaming Commission they are interested in applying for a sports betting license, according to a list released Thursday morning. That includes well-known companies like FanDuel and DraftKings and local groups like the owners of Raynham Park.

Foley Hoag partner Kevin Conroy, who specializes in sports betting, said Thursday the very robust list is good for the Gaming Commission because members will be able to dig in on issues of importance beyond whether a company is suitable for the state or if they have integrity.

I expect the Gaming Commission will put some real emphasis on making sure that some of the companies in this have diverse ownership bases, and have diverse employee bases, he said in an interview. I think the commission will put some precedent on, or put some weight on determining if you are offering a really robust responsible gaming platform.

Gaming commissioners requested companies turn in notice of intent forms for informational purposes only in an effort to better understand the potential field of entities that want a wagering license, to set themselves up as a vendor, or just be involved in the creation of Massachusetts newest gaming industry.

The form asks for basic information is the company licensed in another jurisdiction, what business will it likely do here, what type of license are they seeking, and are they also pursuing licensure in another part of the country.

The list of companies includes Ceasars Sportsbook, BetMGM, Commonwealth Equine & Agricultural Center, Digital Gaming Corporation, Bet Fanatics, Fubo Sportsbook, G3 Esports, Mohegan Digital, Penn Sports Interactive, Plainville Gaming and Redevelopment, PointsBet Massachusetts, WynnBET, and Sportradar Solutions, among others.

Theres also Betr Holdings, a microbetting company founded by Jake Paul that plans the launch of a sports betting app in Ohio, whose market is slated to premiere in January.

A handful of the names on the list are business-to-consumer oriented and may be looking to operate a sportsbook, while others are business-to-business and are likely wanting to provide services to the sportsbooks.

Sports betting attorney Daniel Wallach said people should not automatically assume that all 42 companies are looking to facilitate bets. Take Sportradar Solutions, which previously said it submitted a form because they want to seek a license to act as a supplier

Also among the names are an established group of casinos that have moved into the digital sports betting world Caesars Sportsbook, BetMGM, Mohegan Sun, Seminole Hard Rock Digital, Resorts World Bet, and Blue Tarp reDevelopment, which is connected to MGM Springfield.

Some of those companies are no strangers to Massachusetts.

Mohegan Sun made a run at earning one of the states casino licenses in 2013 when it proposed building a facility in Eastern Massachusetts, while Rush Street made an unsuccessful bid at opening a casino in Brockton.

Both of those companies were thoroughly vetted by the Commission, found to be suitable, Conroy said. Youre seeing some companies who have already tried in Massachusetts, who were not successful, thinking about coming back to Massachusetts, which is interesting, and its a credit to the Gaming Commission.

Encore Boston Harbor which is pursuing sports betting won the Eastern Massachusetts casino license, and MGM Springfield, also looking to offer sports betting, won the Western Massachusetts license. A license for Southeastern Massachusetts, which Rush Street had competed for, was never awarded.

Several of the companies are also connected to Native American groups. FSST Interactive is run by the Flandreau Santee Sioux Tribe, Seminole Hard Rock Digital is run by the Seminole Tribe of Florida, and Mohegan Sun is run by the Mohegan Tribe.

Wallach said the presence of three out-of-state tribes really jumps out as a surprising development. There is no reason why the Seminole Tribe of Florida, he said, would not want to pursue a license in another jurisdiction.

I didnt anticipate that the Seminoles would be applying for one of the online gaming licenses in Massachusetts, he said. But it sets up an interesting or an intriguing possibility that they could become a favored partner of any of the state-licensed casinos.

Some of the companies will have to go through a complex application process if they are interested in one of the states seven untethered digital sports wagering licenses which are unique in Massachusetts because they do not require affiliation with a casino or racetrack.

Wallach said potential sports betting operators will need to show a track record of performance, suitability, and a plan for responsible gaming.

This is a Gaming Commission that takes responsible gaming very seriously, Wallach said. Responsible gaming is at the forefront of the Gaming Commissions objectives in selecting suitable sports betting operators.

The sports betting landscape here allows for three types of licenses, one for established casinos and slot parlors, another for simulcasting or racetrack facilities, and seven untethered licenses for companies looking to facilitate wagering on a mobile application or digital platform.

Conroy said the race to get one of the seven digital licenses will be competitive, and companies will need to make a solid case to the Gaming Commission for why they are best suited to get one.

The Gaming Commission will be very interested in national companies competing for this, he said. But we also remain parochial, and to the extent you are putting together a team that includes people from Massachusetts, I think the Gaming Commission will respect that and reward you.

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