Sports
May 7, 2021
Genius Buys Second Spectrum to Boosts Tech-Driven Data Offer
Leading sports data provider Genius Sports has acquired Second Spectrum to complement its portfolio and build a tech-driven sports product. Deeper Data Solutions Now Possible Through Second Spectrum Acquisitions Genius Sports has entered into a definitive agreement with Second Spectrum, a leading provider of data tracking and visualization technology, with Genius acquiring the full assets of the […]
Casino
May 7, 2021
Golden Nugget Hires Incubeta to Boost Brand Awareness
Incubeta will bolster Golden Nugget’s advertising efforts in Michigan by focusing on key aspects of the offer and creating tailored products to drive growth and performance. Golden Nugget Gets Help from Incubeta to Boost Marketing in MI Golden Nugget Online Gaming (GNOG) has tapped Incubeta to spearhead the iGaming operator’s digital growth in the United States […]
Sports
May 6, 2021
Sinclair Plans to Launch DTC to Expand on Bally Sports RSNs
Sinclair Broadcast Group announced plans to expand the broadcast of the Bally Sports regional sports network (RSN) channels with a direct-to-consumer (DTC) streaming in the first half of 2022. Already in Preparation for DTC Launch The plans were made public during the company’s first quarter earnings call after Sinclair CEO Chris Ripley told investor analysts […]
Legal
May 6, 2021
Florida Voters Want a Say on New Gaming Compact
Florida voters want to have a say on the future of Florida’s gaming as lawmakers consider a new compact deal with the Seminole Tribe. Florida Voters Want to Weigh on a New Gaming Compact Deal Florida gaming will soon take the lawmakers’ focus, as they will consider the new compact with the Seminole Tribe, expanding […]
Business
May 6, 2021
Sportradar and Horizon Need More Time to Thrash $10B Deal
Negotiations between supplier of sports data and integrity solutions Sportradar and Horizon Acquisition Corp. II would need more time to complete according to a person familiar with the talks, Sportico reports. Negotiations Deepen, Possible Agreement within a Week Switzerland-based Sportradar and the special purpose acquisition company (SPAC) led by co-owner of the franchise from Major […]
Business
May 6, 2021
US Betting and Gambling TV Ads Hit $153.6M in Q1 2021, Says Nielsen
Online gambling advertising in local TV spot space in Q1 of 2021 skyrocketed to $153.6 million. According to a new report by Nielsen, gambling advertising grew significantly from the $10.7 million spent in 2019. FanDuel was the top advertiser who spent most on spot TV advertising in Q1 of 2021, followed by DraftKings and BetMGM. […]
Casino
May 6, 2021
Memorial Day to see Pennsylvania Casinos Back to Normal
When COVID-19 first entered the US and forced casinos to halt their operations, it was expected that, perhaps, the virus would be around for only a couple of months. That has turned into a year and counting, but it seems as though the worst may be over. Casino operators have been anxiously waiting for the […]
Sports
May 6, 2021
Bill for Betting on NJ college Sport Teams Moves Forward
Legislators anticipate the advancement of a new bill for betting on New Jersey college sports teams after the state’s sports betting market set a national record last year. NJ College Sports Betting Bill a Step Closer Towards Voters On Wednesday, the New Jersey Assembly panel moved a bill allowing sports betting on NJ college sports […]
Casino
May 6, 2021
PointsBet Launches its First Online Casino in Michigan
PointsBet, Australia’s fastest-growing bookmaker, has confirmed the launch of its first online casino, just hours after the Michigan Gaming Control Board announced its approval. Pointsbet Rolls Out Its First iGaming Platform in Michigan On Tuesday afternoon, PointsBet, an Australian sports betting company, has announced the launch of its first online casino in Michigan, just hours […]
Casino
May 6, 2021
Maryland Casinos Pick Up Steam as April Revenue Reaches third-best on Record
Maryland gamblers’ thirst for casino visits during the COVID-19 pandemic has been successfully quenched. If the results from last month are any indication, the state’s gaming industry could be set to enjoy a rapid rebound after having to deal with a horrific 2020 that saw casinos shuttered or operating at significantly reduced capacities for much […]