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XLMedia gains local media attention in KY with WDRB.com

XLMedia has penned a deal with the owner of WDRB Media to create sports betting content for the local media outlet.  Signing an exclusive commercial...
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Portnoy and Barstool give MA Gaming Commission swan song

Penn Entertainment may have sold back Barstool Sports to Dave Portnoy for $1 but the company nonetheless made what might be its final appearance...
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Circa expands into Illinois with American Place launch

Circa Sportsbook is now live in a fourth state after launching its mobile betting app in Illinois last week. In addition to the online...

Kinectify: the role of cloud technology in addressing cybersecurity threats

Michael Calvin, Chief Technology Officer at Kinectify, takes a look at some of the most recent cybersecurity breaches that have made the news and...
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Sean Conroy: Genius Sports’ BetVision represents new era of betting streaming

When Genius Sports unveiled BetVision last, it hailed the product as “the world’s first immersive sports wagering experience”, thanks to functionality that gives bettors...
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Virginia sports betting revenue declines in August

Virginia sports betting revenue declined significantly on an annual basis in August whilst comparisons with July also showed weak performance.  Data published by the Virginia...
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NFL revises gambling policy for players and staff

After strong criticism that the league's policy lacked clarity and was overly harsh, the NFL has revised its rules around the punishments for players...
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PGCB hails “impressive” 2022/23 industry progress

The Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board Executive Director Kevin O’Toole has hailed the transformation of the agency into “one of the most respected and effective...
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Detroit casino workers overwhelmingly vote in favor of strike action

Workers in Detroit’s three land-based casinos will walk out after 99% of members authorized strike action.  The United Auto Workers union has warned that staff...
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Entain closes Angstrom Sports acquisition

Entain has formally closed the deal to acquire Angstrom Sports in a bid to improve the sportsbook capabilities of the BetMGM platform.  Terms of the...

Event News

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Former WNBA prez to talk women and sports at SBC Summit in NJ

The 2024 edition of SBC Summit North America is a week away. Among some of the more noteworthy speakers on the agenda is Donna...

Countdown to SBC Summit North America, welcoming 5K delegates next week

The upcoming SBC Summit North America, set to be held at the Meadowlands Exposition Center in New Jersey from May 7-9, will welcome a...
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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,...
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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,...