North America

Compliance

EveryMatrix leverages Complitech platform to elevate compliance strength

EveryMatrix has agreed a deal to use the Complitech platform, a technical compliance database for the online casino industry globally. The platform provider has a...
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MA regulators vote to add age language to stadium sportsbook signs

After weeks of debate and input from operators and state sports teams opposing the measure, the Massachusetts Gaming Commission voted last week to require...
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UK ad authority bans Ladbrokes Tweet about Jake Paul

In the US, there have been several discussions about Betr co-founder Jake Paul's core audience. Namely, whether or not the bulk of his fans...
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Two men charged with insider trading around Penn’s theScore acquisition

Two men have been charged with insider trading related to Penn Entertainment's $2 billion acquisition of theScore. The Securities and Exchange Commission filed insider trading...
FedEx Field

In-arena sportsbook: brand exposure or big business?

Rather than operating purely for profitable purposes, industry executives have indicated that a key driver for holding an in-arena sportsbook is the brand exposure...
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Light & Wonder confirms Connie James exit as Oliver Chow takes CFO duties

Light & Wonder has announced that CFO Connie James will step down from her role at the end of August to pursue new opportunities...
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Arizona accepting applications for 3 new sports betting licenses

The Arizona Department of Gaming is opening up the application process for sportsbook operators to three new licensees. The state allows for a grand...
M&A

Golden Matrix’s MeridianBet acquisition price jumps to $331m

Golden Matrix and MeridianBet have altered the terms of the acquisition agreement which has seen the transaction value increase to $331m due to the...
CFL

FanDuel links with CFL to become authorized operator in Canada

FanDuel Canada has penned a deal with the Canadian Football League to become the league’s first authorized gaming operator.  Also becoming the league’s official sportsbook...
Circa Casino

Circa Casino $1.1m con man attempted similar plot at two other properties

Eyebrows were raised last week when it was reported that a man posing as Circa Casino owner Derek Stevens duped the resort out of...

Event News

Dolby SBC webinar

Webinar recap: Real-time livestreaming enhances gaming experience when done right

Register to watch the full webinar by clicking here. For gaming providers, connection with the audience is key. Without a stellar live and interactive user experience,...
Global Gaming Women breakfast

Global Gaming Women’s Breakfast: A tradition of empowerment at SBC Summit NA

At SBC events, the Global Gaming Women Breakfast Meetup has become a cherished tradition. With more women from diverse industry backgrounds participating in conferences,...
Dolby SBC webinar

Dolby Millicast to discuss the power of real-time livestreaming

Tomorrow , SBC Webinars are hosting "Maximize your player engagement and profits with real-time streaming" in partnership with livestreaming experts, Dolby Millicast. Airing live...
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Jesse Learmonth has two tips for pitch contest participants

The First Pitch competition is always a highlight of SBC Summit North America and this year's contest will be no exception. And nobody knows...