Industry
July 19, 2021
MGM Resorts Is Reportedly Considering Another Run on Entain
One of the biggest casino and sportsbook operators in the US, MGM Resorts International, is on the verge of completing a deal it sees as a game-changer. MGM wants to buy out Entain Plc to completely control the jointly-led BetMGM sports betting operator, and is now free to make another bid. Back in January, MGM […]
Insider
July 19, 2021
Joakim Renman: “We Close the Gap between Sports Betting and Fantasy Sports to Create Significant Value”
Scout Gaming Group is an established B2B provider of daily fantasy sports and betting solutions with a focus on the European market. International growth has always been part of the company’s strategy as indicated by a recent partnership between the company and Betsson targeting the Brazilian market. Offering a fully licensed product, Scout Gaming is […]
Sports
July 19, 2021
Massachusetts Sports Betting Legislation Makes Another Run
Two separate bills (S 269/ H 506) in Massachusetts aiming to legalize sports betting move forward on Beacon Hill, as the committee was given until Sunday to vote on them. Two Bills Move Forward for Voting Massachusetts could soon join its neighboring states in allowing its residents to wager on sports. The two separate bills, […]
Industry
July 16, 2021
Retrospective: These Are the Industry Stories Making Headlines This Week
It’s been an interesting week in the global gaming industry, as most of them are. There is never any shortage of activity, all of which is leading to something even bigger for everyone from players to operators to regulators. More than ever, everyone has to be on their toes to stay on top of the […]
Business
July 16, 2021
Genius Sports Taps MEDIAPRO for Stronger Ties with Canadian Soccer
Genius Sports is expanding its reach in sports through a partnership with MEDIAPRO Canada for more coverage of Canadian soccer. Genius Sports to Bring More Canadian Soccer Globally Data and technology company Genius Sports Limited has secured a new partnership with MEDIAPRO Canada, a leading broadcast services and media rights distribution and production company. Through this partnership, the […]
Sports
July 16, 2021
Biggest Line Movement in Sports Betting History Comes Due to Operator Error
Setting betting lines on sports is a delicate task. It takes a lot of research and understanding, as well as attention to detail. One oddsmaker recently found out the hard way what happens when you miss some of the details. Because of a simple oversight, he forced what has been dubbed as the biggest line […]
Sports
July 16, 2021
Maryland Sports Betting Takes Shape Following Approval of New Rules
When Maryland finally launches sports betting, it has been predicted that the market could be one of the strongest in the Virginia-to-DC corridor. The state is anxious to prove those predictions right and hopes that the approval of draft rules will provide momentum for the launch of sports betting. The Maryland Lottery and Gaming Commission […]
Sports
July 16, 2021
Kentucky Derby-Winning Trainer Baffert Gets New York Suspension Lifted
Bob Baffert has won. He isn’t yet in the clear on suspicion that Medina Spirit, the Kentucky Derby-winning colt he trained, had been given steroids before the race, but he can claim a small victory after a New York judge ordered the New York Racing Association (NYRA) to back down on Wednesday. Brooklyn Judge Carol […]
Sports
July 15, 2021
IBIA Registered 41% Drop in Q2 Suspicious Betting Reports
The number of suspicious betting alerts has fallen in the second quarter of the year, a report released by the International Betting Integrity Association (IBIA) revealed this week. Overall Comparison According to the published information, there is a 41% decrease in the number of suspicious betting alerts on both a sequential base and year-over-year, as […]
Sports
July 15, 2021
BetMGM Dives Deeper into Pennsylvania with Pittsburg Pirates
BetMGM is teaming up with the Pittsburg Pirates in Pennsylvania to expand its brand awareness to PNC Park. BetMGM Expands Reach in Pennsylvania with Pittsburg Pirates As BetMGM continues to post exponential growth across the United States, the company is now teaming up with MLB’s Pittsburg Pirates in a partnership that will bring BetMGM branding […]