Stephen A. Smith, a new partner of Papaya Gaming

Papaya signs up Stephen A. Smith as online skill games gain traction

Sports personalities repping online gaming brands has become part and parcel of the industry, and that extends to skill-based gaming.One company, Papaya, seems to...
A sign welcoming new entrants to Iowa

BETER enters Indiana and Iowa through bet365 partnership

European technology supplier BETER has entered two new U.S. states through its partnership with bet365.BETER has launched in Indiana and Iowa after receiving approvals...
A person signing a Chapter 11 bankruptcy form

Prime Sportsbook files for bankruptcy ahead of planned Plannatech sale

Prime Sportsbook has filed for bankruptcy ahead of a planned takeover by its current technology provider Plannatech.Chief Operating Officer Jon Richards told SBC Americas...
The FanDuel Sportsbook logo on a building in Chicago

New FanDuel Predicts app will launch sports contracts in December

The prediction markets arms race continues for betting operators, and FanDuel is ready to hit the ground running next month.The U.S. market-leading sportsbook's parent...
Men shake hands as Florida lawmakers consider a measure that criminalizes sports bribes.

Florida reconsiders making gambling with insider info a felony

Florida lawmakers are making another attempt to criminalize wagering on sports with insider information as two major pro sports leagues deal with gambling scandals.Rep....
The Polymarket logo on a phone with trading markets on a laptop screen in the background

PrizePicks’ Polymarket partnership will vary from state to state

When PrizePicks launches its prediction market platform across the U.S., it will have the power of a returning Polymarket behind it.PrizePicks announced on Tuesday...
Person on the steps as Matt Kalish steps down as president of DraftKings.

DraftKings Co-Founder Kalish stepping down as president, will remain on board

One of the co-founders of U.S. gaming giant DraftKings is relinquishing his role.DraftKings President Matt Kalish will step down from his role as president...
The West Virginia capitol in the capital city of Charleston

VGW shuts down sweeps play in West Virginia

VGW has cut another state out of its dual-currency sweepstakes model, as it will end all Sweeps Coin play in West Virginia this month.A...
An MLB umpire and a catcher wait for a pitcher to pitch

MLB and sportsbooks set bet limits on individual pitches

Days after two Major League Baseball pitchers were indicted over allegations of pitch manipulation for the purposes of betting, the league and its partner...
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CA judge hands tribes first loss in sports contract legal battle

A Northern California District Court judge delivered tribes with gaming interests their first loss in a series of legal battles against event contract firms...

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SBC Summit

SBC Summit’s new masterclasses bring hands-on training to delegates

SBC Summit will introduce three expert-led Masterclasses in 2026, giving delegates practical training in sportsbook trading, electronic gaming and responsible gaming marketing.Running from September...
Affiliate Leaders Awards Shortlist

Meet the Nominees: Affiliate Leaders Awards 2026 Shortlist Revealed

SBC has revealed the shortlist for the second edition of the Affiliate Leaders Awards, taking place at Lisbon’s MEO Arena on Wednesday, September 30.More...
Loserball CEO Jonathan Gruber, who spoke with SBC Americas.

Q&A: Loserball’s Jonathan Gruber on entering a competitive gaming market

SBC Summit Americas 2026 in Ft. Lauderdale, Fla., provided key stakeholders from around the world an opportunity to discuss the landscape of online gaming.Loserball...

SBC Summit explores invisible KYC and AI-powered design in iGaming

SBC Summit 2026 will examine how operators can craft smoother, smarter and more engaging experiences for online casino players through its dedicated iGaming Product...