The Brutal Taxation Of Gambling Only the bookmaker wins, bookmaking is a license to print money are popular phrases. But in reality, only the taxman wins in the long term, and it's getting worse. You have to question whether the knock-on effects will reduce the effective tax yield and negate...
Why Trading Darts Is Surprisingly Similar to Trading Tennis
Trading Darts is the New Tennis Trading If you’ve spent time trading on Betfair, you’ll know that each sport has its own rhythm — football has momentum swings, horse racing has pace and position, and tennis has its serve and break points. But one of the more surprising parallels lies...
How Football Stats Like Shots and Corners Can Beat the Bookies
How Football Stats Can Beat the Bookies When most people think about predicting football matches, they focus on goals. After all, goals decide games. But what if goals are actually one of the least useful pieces of information when you’re trying to work out whether a match will go over or under...
When I traded live for Betfair at financial shows
The Newbury Gold Cup is more than a horse race; it's a cherished memory interwoven with my journey as a Betfair trader. In 2006, I introduced the exciting concept of trading on betting exchanges, captivating a skeptical yet intrigued audience.
Tax Hikes Won’t Solve Problem Gambling Behaviour
Tax Hikes Won’t Solve Problem Gambling Behaviour A common argument for raising taxes on Gambling is that Gambling is harmful and therefore high taxation is a solution to this problem. The reality is that raising taxes on Gambling generally doesn't increase Government revenue and does little to solve problem gambling;...
How to Recover Disk Space on a VPS
How to Recover Disk Space on a VPS If you’ve noticed your VPS running low on disk space unexpectedly, you’re not alone. Even when you’re not storing large files or data, Windows servers can quietly fill up over time. Fortunately, the issue usually comes down to just two main causes — both...
Why Bet Angel Does Not Make Endorsements or Recommendations
Why Bet Angel Doesn’t Make Endorsements Not a Review Site We often get asked if we can make recommendations of products and services, but it's something that's really hard for us to do. Let us explain... First up, our focus has always been on trading, strategy, and education – not...
Learning to Become a Master Risk-Taker
https://youtu.be/FVDmuzmvQWI Learning to Become a Risk-Taker Risk isn’t something to fear — it’s a tool to wield. In trading and in life, those who progress are rarely the cautious ones: they’re the ones who learn how to take smart risks. Let’s explore how to do that — and why it’s worth it....
Understanding Pace in Horse Racing and Why it Matters
Understanding Pace in Horse Racing When it comes to analysing horse racing, many people focus on form, class, distance, draw, and going. While all of those factors are crucial, there’s another element that can make or break a race: pace. Understanding pace in horse racing is essential for punters, traders, and...