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August 10, 2021
MLB Considers Featuring Midweek Games on Barstool Sports
Barstool Sports and MLB are in advanced talks on featuring midweek games on the Barstool Sports platform, according to The New York Post. These talks are what Dave Portnoy, the founder of Barstool, referred to last week when he said that his company has contact with some major leagues. The potential partnership between Barstool and […]
Sports
August 10, 2021
NBC Sports Brings Three New Divisions under “Next” Roof
As NBC Sports continues to consolidate its presence in the sports and technology space, the company is unifying three individual brands under the “Next” brand. NBC Keeps Pace with Changes in Sports and Tech NBC Sports’ Digital & Consumer Business division will launch a new team brand known as NBC Sports Next, which will bring together three of […]
Sports
August 10, 2021
Sports Illustrated’s Upcoming Issue to Report on Sports Gambling
One of the most venerated sports publications is taking a look at sports gambling in the United States and how it has changed the country’s leagues, athletes and fans. Sports Illustrated upcoming issue covers all that has happened since PASPA was legalized. A Look at Today’s Sports Gambling Industry in the US Sports Illustrated is bringing […]
Sports
August 10, 2021
VSiN Adds NFL’s Shaun King as Sports Analyst
VSiN is adding another prominent sports figure in the face of Shaun King, a former NFL quarterback and sports analyst, who will now join The Night Cap’s team. Shaun King Brings His Experience to VSiN Sports betting network VSiN is giving itself another awareness boost by signing former Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback and Super Bowl […]
Sports
August 10, 2021
Barstool Founder Dave Portnoy Sees Leagues as “Money to Be Made”
Barstool Sports is looking to attract a new generation of gamblers and signing up more sports leagues. Company chief executive Dave Portnoy explains. Barstool Boss Speaks to Stuart Varney, Outlining Company Plans Barstool Sports founder Dave Portnoy has his eyes set on the prize, the chief executive seems to suggest in an interview with “Varney & Co.” […]
Sports
August 10, 2021
Arizona Cardinals, BetMGM Partner for Sportsbook at State Farm Stadium
The NFL is entering a completely new era, as are all sports leagues around the world. Despite their intrinsic connection, sports and sports betting have been forced to maintain their distance for decades, but not anymore. Sports leagues and teams are constantly partnering with sportsbooks in the new sports betting paradigm, and the Arizona Cardinals […]
Industry
August 9, 2021
BtoBet Appoints Guy Gani as Its New Chief Technology Officer
Gaming technology supplier BtoBet announced it appointed Guy Gani as its new CTO taking the position from September 1, 2021. Technology Advancements Key to Growth The appointment of new chief technology officer Gani, who will be tasked with responsibilities to further develop BtoBet’s betting technology and enable the supplier to provide market-leading solutions, is seen […]
Industry
August 9, 2021
Women Take the Spotlight in Olympics Sports Betting
The focus has shifted from men to women on this year’s Olympic Games in Tokyo, leading to women’s events driving up to 60% of the sports betting handle. Women’s Sports Events Drive to 60% Of the Betting Action Women’s sporting events in the Tokyo Olympic Games drove 60% of the betting action, according to operator […]
Industry
August 9, 2021
Illinois Operators Can Apply for Online-Only Sports Betting Licenses Until December
Three lucky betting operators will be selected for online-only sports betting licenses in Illinois, as the state’s gaming board has opened the application window. Illinois has decided on December 3 as a deadline for all applicants. Three Operators will be Selected for Online-Only Sports Betting Licenses Gambling operators in Illinois who only possess a temporary […]
Sports
August 9, 2021
Sportsbet Boosts Efforts to Fight Problem Gambling in Australia
Flutter Entertainment’s flagship sports gambling brand in Australia, Sportsbet, announced a new campaign last week designed to champion responsible gambling in the country and address the issue head-on. Sportsbet Vows to Raise Safer Gambling Standards Flutter Entertainment’s brand Sportsbet has vowed to do more in order to safeguard customers from harmful gambling practices. Holding a leadership position […]