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Costa Rican sports considers betting as revenue generator

The COVID-19 pandemic has hit different industries, but football clubs are among those forced to seek relief measures in order to generate income during...

Mark Balch: esports betting and its long-term growth

Esports has taken centre stage in recent weeks as the betting industry adapts to the COVID-19 crisis which has led to live-sports becoming increasingly...

NBA stars set for inaugural “NBA 2K Players Tournament” on ESPN and ESPN2

2K, the National Basketball Association (NBA), and the National Basketball Players Association (NBPA) is set to launch the “NBA 2K Players Tournament,” an NBA...

IBIA reveals North America accounts for 5% of global sports betting alerts

The International Betting Integrity Association (IBIA) has released its 2020 first quarter (Q1) figures which has revealed a reported 61 cases of suspicious betting...

QuickPicks launches virtual NBA game amid global sports shutdown

In the midst of a global shutdown of all major sports leagues, real money sports gaming operator and developer QuickPicks has launched a new...

Rio horse racing reps urge government to resume normal action 

Having canceled its events following recommendations by the World Health Organization (WHO) due to the COVID-19 outbreak, the Rio de Janeiro Turf Professionals Association...

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.Nevada Gaming Control Board Approves Betting On Counter-Strike Looking to add...

Further setbacks to sports betting calendar as Wimbledon hangs in the balance

The sports betting calendar looks set to suffer further setbacks, following confirmation from the All England Lawn Tennis & Croquet Club (AELTC) that the...

Prepare now and look forward to the greatest comeback since Lazarus

Working in and around an industry that thrives on the concept of selling a ‘dead cert’, it’s understandably tough to take when life is...

CONMEBOL postpones Copa America until 2021

In order to fight the ongoing spread of the COVID-19 pandemic, the South American Football Confederation (CONMEBOL) has announced that it will push the...

Event News

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...