SportsHandle: That was the week that was in US sports betting
SportsHandle and friends deliver another round-up of the week’s big developments in US sports betting.Building Better Bettors, The Unabated WayIt’s not exactly the stuff...
New Jersey sportsbooks and online casinos on track to achieve $1bn records after impressive...
In August, New Jersey’s sportsbooks experienced great growth ahead of the NFL season, while the state’s online casinos posted near-record volumes according to PlayNJ,...
Caesars appointed official casino and sports betting partner of Indiana Colts
Caesars Entertainment has been appointed as the sole official casino partner and sports betting partner of the Indianapolis Colts under the terms of a...
IGT deploys cashless gaming tech at Oklahoma’s Indigo Sky Casino
International Game Technology PLC (IGT) is extending its momentum in cashless gaming technology deployments to Oklahoma, the US state with the second-highest concentration of...
Michigan online sportsbooks show modest improvement in wagering in August
Michigan’s online sportsbooks saw a narrow improvement in wagering volumes during August to more than $192m, pushing the state past $2bn in online and...
Raketech ready to focus on US growth as QM Media deal closes this week
Igaming performance marketing firm Raketech has completed the acquisition of QM Media operations and its subsidiary P&P Vegas Group Inc, leaving the firm positioned...
Scout Gaming debuts in US with Masters Cup Series in five-year deal
B2B DFS, sportsbook and fantasy betting products provider Scout Gaming has made its US market debut this week via a five-year deal with new...
Connie James takes on CFO role at Scientific Games Corporation
Scientific Games Corporation has confirmed the appointment today of Connie James as Executive Vice President, CFO, Treasurer and Corporate Secretary, effective October 15, 2021.James...
PLLAY Labs appoints Gioco Ventures’ Mark Lipparelli to its Strategic Advisory Board
PLLAY Labs, an AI-driven video game wagering platform, has appointed Mark Lipparelli to its Strategic Advisory Board to support growth and address significantly increased...
ThriveFantasy generates $3m in latest funding round
Player prop DFS and esports platform ThriveFantasy has closed its latest funding round this week, raising $3m in the process. The investment will be...
Event News
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...
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 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...
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...