Business
July 28, 2021
DraftKings Signs Sponsorship Deal with Boston Red Sox
Leading daily fantasy and sports betting operator DraftKings announced today it reached a sponsorship agreement with the Boston Red Sox to become the official Daily Fantasy Sports provider of the professional baseball franchise. Expanding Local Presence The deal with the Red Sox will see the sports betting brand displayed throughout the home of the professional […]
Poker
July 28, 2021
Postle Refuses to Pay, Stares at Involuntary Bankruptcy
Mike Postle is now facing the threat of having his property seized after attorneys for Veronica Brill and Todd Witteles filed motions for his involuntary bankruptcy. Motion for Involuntary Bankruptcy Following the inability of barristers to find Mike Postle to serve him the final verdict related to the two anti-SLAPP cases he lost, both attorneys […]
Industry
July 28, 2021
Australia’s Lightning Box Enters the West Virginia iGaming Space
Lightning Box, an Australian slot machine supplier, has made its debut in West Virginia in collaboration with its distribution partner, SG Digital. Lightning Box Enters West Virginia with SG Digital Lightning Box, an Australian slots provider, will roll out for the first time its top titles in West Virginia, entering the market with its distribution […]
Industry
July 28, 2021
Puerto Rico to Delay New Slot Machine Tax as Regulatory Issues Emerge
Puerto Rico is having some difficulty evolving its gaming industry, and this is causing financial losses and a lot of frustration. There have been legal battles waged over the past couple of years that have slowed down the introduction of a new framework and the brakes have been pumped once again. A plan to introduce […]
Industry
July 28, 2021
COVID-19 Face Masks Return to Las Vegas under Mandatory State Orders
It was nice while it lasted, but the days of not having to wear face masks are coming to an end. Around the world, countries and local governments have been bringing back the dreaded masks as COVID-19 cases continue to rise. Nevada is the latest to join them, with Governor Steve Sisolak handing down an […]
Business
July 27, 2021
Publisher Gannett Secures Sports Betting Deal with Germany’s Tipico
Sports betting operator Tipico will provide odds for Gannett’s sports content under a five-year partnership valued at $90 million. Gannett Strikes Exclusive Sports Betting Deal with European Operator Gannett, the largest newspaper chain in the United States, has announced an agreement with Tipico USA Technology, the American subsidiary of German sports betting provider Tipico Group. The deal will see Tipico become the official […]
Business
July 27, 2021
Playmaker Capital Acquires Yard Barker to Expand US Presence
Digital sports media company Playmaker Capital announced today the acquisition of sports and entertainment media business Yard Barker to increase its presence in the US. “We are pleased to welcome Yardbarker to the Playmaker family. This is a US platform acquisition for us, not only transforming, but also quickly increasing financially for our shareholders.” Jordan […]
Sports
July 27, 2021
Barstool Hires Las Vegas-Based Sports Analyst Kelly Stewart
Barstool Sports has hired Las Vegas-based handicapper Kelly Stewart. AKA Kelly in Vegas, a month after she parted ways with ESPN. Barstool Sports hires Kelly Stewart Barstool Sports, the digital media company focused on sports and pop culture, has hired Las Vegas-based Kelly Stewart, a sports analyst and famous female sports handicapper. She is well-known […]
Industry
July 27, 2021
Arizona Confirms Launch of Sports Betting Ahead of NFL Season
September 9 will be huge for all residents in Arizona because, not only is the NFL season starting, but gaming officials in the state have confirmed that sports betting will go live as of that day. According to the Arizona Department of Gaming, the rules for fantasy sports and event betting have been submitted to […]
Sports
July 27, 2021
Dallas Cowboys Owner Jerry Jones Welcomes Texas Sports Betting
It’s not a question of if, but a question of when. That’s the assertion of Jerry Jones, the owner of the NFL’s Dallas Cowboys, when asked about the future of sports betting in Texas. Although a small handful of lawmakers have thwarted efforts to legalize the activity this year, Jones remains confident that sports betting […]