Sports
February 5, 2021
Barry Sanders to Bolster BetMGM’s Marketing Efforts in Michigan
BetMGM has appointed NFL Hall of Famer Barry Sanders as an official brand ambassador for its brand in Michigan. Detroit Lions’ Barry Sanders Joins BetMGM in Michigan MGM and Entain continue to develop their partnership through BetMGM with the sportsbook now signing retired running back and Pro Football Hall of Fame player Barry Sanders as […]
Sports
February 5, 2021
Sports Betting Could Expand in Washington This Year
On Thursday, city leaders from Washington asked lawmakers in Olympia to pass a bill to bring more revenue by expanding sports betting. Sports Betting Could Boost Washington’s Economic Recovery The bill, SB 5212 was discussed during a public hearing of the Senate Committee on Labor, Commerce & Tribal Affairs on Thursday at 8 am The […]
Casino
February 5, 2021
NJ Boosts Casino Capacity to 35%, Lifts Curfew for Super Bowl
Gov. Phil Murphy of New Jersey has issued a new executive order suspending curfew for entertainment venues, including casinos, and raising capacity to 35%. Entertainment Businesses Get a Break with New Executive Order New Jersey is preparing for Super Bowl weekend with Gov. Phil Murphy giving a go-ahead of boosting bars and restaurants capacity to […]
Legal
February 5, 2021
Kentucky Horse Racing Gambling Bill Passes Senate Committee
A bill supporting historical gaming machines has passed a Senate committee and is now heading into full Senate where it’s like to face strong opposition. Small Success for Kentucky’s Historical Horse Racing Bill Kentucky lawmakers have given their approval for a piece of legislation on Thursday, which would allow betting machines focusing on historical horse […]
Business
February 5, 2021
William Hill Rolls Out Online and Mobile Sportsbook in VA
U.S. sports betting market leader, William Hill announced on Wednesday that it entered the regulated sports betting market in Virginia. The operator rolled out its mobile and online sportsbook for sports fans in the state. William Hill Enters Virginia, Rolls Out Mobile and Online Sportsbook William Hill US announced that in partnership with Caesars Entertainment […]
Industry
February 4, 2021
Entain Launches Black Fire Women’s Innovation Igniter
More women should get into the gaming industry – this is the message sent out by Entain’s latest initiative. In partnership with the University of Nevada Las Vegas (UNLV), Entain is launching a new program, the Black Fire Women’s Innovation Igniter. Recruit, Mentor, Support and Introduce Featuring an initial class of 20, the new program […]
Sports
February 4, 2021
America East Conference Joins Forces with Sportradar
America East Conference, a Division I collegiate conference, joined forces with the world sports integrity services leader, Sportradar. Under the new partnership, Sportradar will help educate student-athletes about sports betting integrity. America East Conference Partners with Sportradar The worldwide market leader in integrity services for sports organizations, Sportradar announced on Wednesday that it joined forces […]
Sports
February 4, 2021
BetMGM and RCR to Race Together Through New Partnership
Richard Childress Racing, a NASCAR professional team, has struck a marketing deal with BetMGM for a multi-faceted partnership. RCR and BetMGM Hit Daytona in February NASCAR competitive squad Richard Childress Racing (RCR) has entered a partnership with BetMGM, a growing sports betting and online gaming company in the United States. The racing outfit and the […]
Legal
February 4, 2021
Sports Betting Deal Proposal Could Boost Revenue in Arizona
Under a proposal submitted to the House of Representatives in Arizona, professional and college sports betting would be allowed at tribal casinos and facilities owned by professional sports teams. Sports Betting Could Be Allowed at Tribal Casinos in Arizona The proposal, introduced on Monday in the Arizona House of Representatives, is part of a plan […]
Sports
February 3, 2021
Betting Brands Contributed Nearly $400M to Major Leagues
Sports betting brands have contributed nearly $400 million to the major sports leagues in terms of sponsorship deals since the Professional and Amateur Sports Protection Act (PASPA) was overturned in 2018, a research from GlobalData revealed. Growth Exceeds Expectations According to data from GlobalData Sports Intelligence Center the betting industry, in less than 3 years, […]