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January 24, 2022
MaximBet Inks Exclusive Deals with White Hat Gaming, Kambi Group
Lifestyle sports betting and online casino brand operated by Carousel Group and in partnership with Maxim, MaximBet, announced on Wednesday a new exclusive partnership that complements its ongoing expansion in North America. MaximBet Inks Two Multi-Year Deals MaximBet inked an agreement with White Hat Gaming, the leading iGaming platform provider. Moreover, the company joined forces […]
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January 24, 2022
Stats Perform Renewed IBIA’s Data Standards Accreditation
Sports data technology company Stats Perform announced today it became the first to renew its Data Standards accreditation with the International Betting Integrity Association (IBIA). First to Receive, First to Renew The independent audit process conducted by ECOGRA, an industry testing agency and a partner of IBIA since October 2020, affirmed Stats Perform’s integrity related […]
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January 24, 2022
Blueprint and Banijay Brands Renew Partnership, Expand Globally
Blueprint Gaming and Banijay Brands extended their partnership and with it, Blueprint has further established itself as the world’s leading developer of the Deal or no Deal brand. Thanks to the new licensing deal between the two parties, Blueprint will be able to develop content under the format of this TV show. This is yet […]
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January 24, 2022
Genting HK’s Crystal Cruises Shuts Down, Leaves Passengers Stranded
Genting Hong Kong’s luxury cruise company, Crystal Cruises has been suspended until at least April 29 as the group fights for its survival. With mounting debt and no financial relief coming, Genting’s future as a cruise ship operator is in doubt. One ship is already facing seizure over unpaid debt, leaving passengers stranded in the […]
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January 24, 2022
Allwyn Ready to Complete SPAC Merger, Will Go Live on the NYSE
Blank cheque firm Cohn Robbins will soon acquire Allwyn Entertainment in a transaction that values the European lottery operator and gaming operator at $9.30 billion. This is a deal that allows investors of the Cohn Robbins SPAC (special purpose acquisition company) to purchase shares at a discount valuation. It will also lead to Allwyn being […]
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January 24, 2022
Eddie Jordan Calls Off Attempt at Playtech Purchase
Eddie Jordan, the former F1 team boss, is no longer interested in purchasing gaming software developer Playtech. Despite creating JKO Play with the hopes of making a play for the company, he has withdrawn his bid. The decision comes following apparent concern about being blocked by a group investment out of Asia. JKO Backs Down […]
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January 24, 2022
GNOG Targets Missouri with Affinity Interactive Partnership
Although the industry has not yet launched, Missouri is proving another focal point of sports betting interest. Golden Nugget Online Gaming (GNOG) has signed a partnership with Affinity Interactive to secure access to the market once the state enables online gambling. GNOG Is Betting on the Tethered Option GNOG is ready to launch both an […]
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January 24, 2022
PointsBet Teams with Troon, Becomes Exclusive Betting Partner
PointsBet has taken another swing in the sports world as the sportsbook teamed up with golf club leisure and hospitality services firm Troon. The partnership is a first for PointsBet and will turn the operator into the official and exclusive sports betting partner for the management company. As a result, PointsBet’s signage will feature across […]
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January 24, 2022
Rewards Don’t Outweigh the Costs as Wynn Looks to Unload Wynn Interactive
Wynn Resorts wants to sell its online sports betting arm, Wynn Interactive, according to the New York Post. The move comes as a surprise to many, given the attention the online gaming industry is receiving. Adding to the puzzling situation is the fact that Wynn is willing to let it go in what can only […]
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January 21, 2022
Red Bull Racing and PokerStars Strike Strategic Partnership
Formula One racing team Red Bull Racing announced today an exclusive agreement with global online gambling and entertainment operator PokerStars in search of new and innovative ways to connect with its fans ahead of the 2022 season of the competition. Shared Ethos and Vision The multi-year partnership between Flutter Entertainment-owned PokerStars and Red Bull Racing […]