Business
October 1, 2021
Genius Sports Extends Deal with BetMGM and Entain
Data management, video streaming, and integrity services provider Genius Sports has extended its pre-existing deals with operators BetMGM and Entain. Genius Sports Expands Its Agreements As part of the expanded deals, Genius Sports will offer its two partners new National Football League data feeds, engagement solutions, and sportsbook offerings. Genius Sports’ chief executive officer, Mark […]
Business
September 29, 2021
Entain Converts UK and Italian Betting Shops into Digital Hubs
Global sports betting and gaming group Entain announced today a new initiative across its retail business that will see a number of betting shops in key locations in the UK and Italy redesigned. New-Style Digital Hubs The complete makeover of Entain’s retail shops will commence from its outlets across the Ladbrokes, Coral and Eurobet brands […]
Industry
September 23, 2021
Entain Foundation Partners With UNLV for a Gaming and Betting Research
Entain Foundation US, the charity division of Entain, has teamed up with the University of Nevada Las Vegas (UNLV) for a research initiative concerning gaming and betting. The non-profit foundation will supply a founding grant to UNLV to complete the project. The main aim of the research will be to combine it with operational expertise […]
Business
September 22, 2021
DraftKings Has a New Acquisition Target in Entain
At this point, DraftKings’ mission is clear – it wants to control the gaming world not only in the US, but globally. It is already discussing the possibility of purchasing Golden Nugget Online Gaming (GNOG) in a deal worth around $1.56 billion, but that pales in comparison to its latest acquisition target. Entain has confirmed […]
Legal
September 9, 2021
Entain Foundation Announced Second Seton Hall Bootcamp
Entain Foundation, a trust charity established by global gambling group Entain, announced today it would be delivering its second educational program aimed at improving the knowledge of gaming industry personnel. Introducing Responsible Gambling Issues Known as the Seton Hall Bootcamp, the educational program for legal, regulatory, compliance and business experts funded by Entain Foundation US […]
Industry
September 6, 2021
Entain Foundation Announced New Diversity-Promoting Initiative
The Entain Foundation, the charitable trust established by UK-based gambling group Entain, announced a new initiative in collaboration with Berlin University of Technology (TU Berlin) and the Nexus Institute for Cooperation Management and Interdisciplinary Research. Collaborative Effort The new initiative, Gendered Innovations, involves the development of a short-term executive training program that will promote innovative […]
Sports
August 25, 2021
Entain and SportsAid Extend Partnership through Paris 2024 Olympics
Global sports betting and gaming group Entain announced today that the Entain Foundation extended the long-term partnership with sports charity SportsAid for another three years. The Successful Partnership Continues The extension of the agreement that is set to ensure critical funding via the Entain Foundation to talented British athletes throughout the Paris 2024 Olympic and […]
Esports
August 13, 2021
Entain Agrees to Acquire Unikrn, Deal Expected by End of 2021
Entain, the global sports betting and gaming leader, announced that it has agreed to acquire Unikrn, the esports betting, and entertainment company. The company has also appointed Justin Dellario, formerly employed by Twitch, who will spearhead the company into the esports field. Entain Announces Plans to Acquire Unikrn Entain, the world’s largest sports betting and […]
Industry
August 12, 2021
Entain Reveals Interim Results, Marks Strong H1 2021 Performance
Entain’s net gaming revenue in the first half of 2021 hit $2.48 billion, according to interim results released today. Despite the difficulties brought by the new gambling laws in Germany, the company enjoyed a strong first half of the year. For H1 2021, Entain’s online net gaming revenue grew 28%. Entain Unveils Interim Results for […]
Industry
July 29, 2021
Entain Launches Initiatives to Support Vulnerable Esports Players
The sports betting and gaming entertainment leader launched the responsible gaming initiative ‘Mind Your Game’ aimed at helping players at risk. ‘Mind Your Game’ Seeks to Prevent Gambling Addiction The global leader in sports betting and gaming entertainment, Entain, is working in the area of customer protection through various education and support initiatives. The company’s latest efforts […]