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Fanatics Sportsbook enlists OpenBet for geolocation and compliance

Fanatics Betting and Gaming has partnered with betting technology provider OpenBet to launch the supplier's suite of geolocation, fraud prevention, AML and responsible gaming...
Indiana flag as a lawmaker proposes a bill related to online sweepstakes games.

Indiana lawmaker files bill to ban dual-currency sweepstakes gaming

Indiana is the latest state entering the sweepstakes of levying a potential ban on dual-currency systems used for sports wagering and casino-style gaming.Rep. Ethan...
Betr Co-Founder and CEO Joey Levy

Betr awaiting NFA approval to launch Betr Predictions

Betr is yet another gaming operator seeking to join the prediction markets fray.The Miami-based sports gaming and media company, co-founded in 2022 by Jake...
Bidders as New York downstate casino bidders take their next steps.

Regulators set to check if downstate casino projects can afford to move forward

The New York State Gaming Facility Location Board has recommended licenses for the three downstate casino projects, but there is a long way to...
New York Governor Kathy Hochul, who has just officially banned sweepstakes gambling

Gov. Hochul signs New York sweepstakes gaming ban into law

After several months in limbo, New York officially banned casino and sportsbook-style sweepstakes gaming on Friday after Gov. Kathy Hochul signed a legislature-approved bill...
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DraftKings receives CFTC and NFA approval for DraftKings Predictions

DraftKings is one step closer to being able to launch its DraftKings Predictions product in the U.S. after receiving key federal approvals.DraftKings Predictions, officially...
CEO contract as Hector Fernandez joins IGT as the company's new CEO.

Former Aristocrat Gaming CEO Hector Fernandez to lead IGT

The former CEO of Aristocrat Gaming is joining IGT to lead the company after it underwent a rebrand and completed a major transaction.IGT announced...
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Nevada regulators want Wayne Nix blacklisted from casinos

The Nevada Gaming Control Board (NGCB) unanimously voted to nominate illegal bookmaker Wayne Nix for inclusion in the state's so-called "Black Book," thereby excluding...
Georgia peaches as a Senate committee wants to legalize sports betting in the state.

Georgia committee recommends the legalization of sports betting

The topic of online sports betting is being raised again in Georgia after a Senate study committee recommended legalizing the gaming vertical in the...
Jackpot slot machine as Fanatics Casino secures deal for jackpot solutions with Flows.

Fanatics Casino enlists tech platform Flows to power jackpot rewards

Fanatics Casino is leveraging a gaming technology provider's services to reward users across several regulated online casino markets.European gaming technology provider Flows announced a...

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SBC Hall of Fame Class of 2026

DraftKings CEO Jason Robins named among SBC Hall of Fame’s Class of 2026

SBC has announced the five individuals whose achievements and influence have earned them a place in the SBC Hall of Fame class of 2026.The ceremony...
SBC Summit Compliance Tech

Staying ahead of the threat: SBC Summit unveils Compliance Tech Track for 2026

SBC Summit will examine the technologies helping operators detect threats, combat fraud, and strengthen compliance through its dedicated Compliance Tech conference track.Taking place on Thursday, Oct....
SBC Summit First Pitch

SBC Summit reveals 5 First Pitch finalists to showcase next-gen gaming tech

SBC has revealed the five startups that will compete in the 2026 edition of First Pitch, in partnership with BettingStartups, with this year’s shortlist...
SBC Summit The Script

The Script to headline SBC Summit 2026 opening night

SBC Summit 2026’s evening program will open with a headline performance from multi-platinum-selling band The Script, marking one of the largest artist bookings in...