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The Tony Bloom & Starlizard Syndicate Model

The **Tony Bloom & Starlizard Syndicate** represents the corporatization of sports betting, functioning as a hedge fund rather than a gambling ring. Based in London, the consultancy employs mathematicians and scientists to generate proprietary **"True Prices"** for sporting events, identifying value...

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The **Tony Bloom & Starlizard Syndicate** represents the corporatization of sports betting, functioning as a hedge fund rather than a gambling ring. Based in London, the consultancy employs mathematicians and scientists to generate proprietary **"True Prices"** for sporting events, identifying value discrepancies in the global market. **Key Components:** * **Structure:** Starlizard sells advice to an exclusive investor pool (**"Ice"**), taking a commission on profits while Bloom insulates investors from catastrophic loss. * **Market:** They operate primarily in high-liquidity **Asian Handicap** markets, where they can deploy millions without being limited by bookmakers. * **Data Advantage:** The syndicate uses a hybrid of proprietary algorithms and human scouts to gain an information edge over bookmakers. * **Real-World Application:** The model's efficacy is proven by the success of **Brighton & Hove Albion**, where Bloom uses the syndicate's data for player recruitment (buying undervalued assets and selling high).

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