FanDuel
Coverage of FanDuel in the Nexus archive.
- SCOTUS ruled that ‘geofence warrants’ are a constitutional search. What does that mean for security and privacy in NYC?
The Supreme Court ruled 6-3 in Chatrie v. United States that 'geofence warrants' requiring tech companies to identify devices in a specific area constitute a constitutional search under the Fourth Amendment. The decision raises concerns about privacy in New York as it could impact surveillance technologies like license plate data and facial recognition, with experts warning about potential 'tireless and absolute surveillance' through expanded data access by law enforcement.
- FanDuel Predicts promo code: Make any trade and get $25 bonus for Norway vs. France
FanDuel is offering a $25 bonus through its Predicts promo code for the Norway vs. France World Cup match. Users can claim the bonus by making any trade using the promo code.
- Meta plans to build a prediction market app
Meta plans to develop a prediction markets app using Instagram and Facebook users, potentially transitioning from a points system to real cash. The move could challenge digital sportsbooks like DraftKings and FanDuel, as prediction markets face criticism for opaque practices but have shown accuracy in election forecasting.
- Why Caitlin Clark's poor ball security means you should fade the Indiana Fever against the Phoenix Mercury
The Indiana Fever, led by Caitlin Clark, face the Phoenix Mercury in a WNBA game where Clark's high turnover rate (4.8 per game) and poor defense are highlighted as key weaknesses. The Mercury's strong turnover prevention and veteran defense, including Alyssa Thomas, are positioned as advantages. Phoenix is a +7.5 underdog but has matchup edges in possessions and foul-line defense.
- FanDuel Predicts promo code: Make any trade and get $25 bonus for Rays vs. Dodgers
FanDuel offers a $25 Predicts bonus for making any trade during the Rays vs. Dodgers game using their promo code.
- FanDuel Owner Flutter to Delist From London After Shift to US
Flutter, the owner of FanDuel, plans to delist from London following a strategic shift to the United States. The move reflects a realignment of the company's operations and market focus.
- AWS data center outage hits trading on Fanduel, Coinbase
An AWS data center outage affected trading on Fanduel and Coinbase, causing disruptions to their services. The outage was reported on May 8, 2026, and comments are available on news.ycombinator.com. The incident highlights the reliance of online platforms on cloud infrastructure.
- AWS data center outage hits trading on FanDuel, Coinbase — recovery to take hours
An AWS data center outage in Northern Virginia has caused trading disruptions on FanDuel and Coinbase due to overheating issues. AWS is working to resolve the issue, which is expected to take hours. The outage highlights the reliance of online services on cloud infrastructure.
- FanDuel Names New Top Executive Amid Prediction Markets Push
FanDuel has appointed a new top executive as the company pushes into prediction markets. The move is part of FanDuel's strategy to expand its offerings beyond daily fantasy sports. The new executive will oversee the company's growth in this area.
- FanDuel CEO Amy Howe is out after five years at the sportsbook
Amy Howe is stepping down as CEO of FanDuel after five years, during which the company experienced significant expansion in sports gambling and prediction markets. Her departure comes at a time of growing popularity in these areas. FanDuel's future direction remains to be seen.