The present invention is directed to a method used by a casino for conducting a casino game in which a plurality of players bet against each other. A set of rules is established for the game. The rules define a winner based on at least one financial market data value that fluctuates based on market activity in a financial market that is distinct from the game. Updates to the financial market data value are electronically received from a third-party data source. A forum that is electronically coupled to the third-party data source is provided where the players play the game against each other in accordance with the established set of rules and the at least one financial market data value. The casino collects a fee for conducting the game.
Casino game based on financial market activity