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bet365: 89% of US fans ‘confident’ of World Cup win

US sportsbooks can perhaps look forward to an influx of patriotic punters when the 2022 FIFA World Cup kicks off this weekend, as the...
Sportradar is introducing ‘Sportradar Virtual Stadium’ to help sportsbooks connect with bettors and enhance UX for the FIFA World Cup.

Sportradar Virtual Stadium introduced for World Cup sportsbook connectivity

Sportradar is introducing a new artificial intelligence and machine learning-driven social engagement solution called ‘Sportradar Virtual Stadium’ to help sportsbooks connect with bettors and...
PointsBet's new World Cup show, ‘Stoppage Time with Ian Joy’, will offer insights and previews of every game at the soccer tournament.

PointsBet launches new World Cup insights show to assist bettors

PointsBet is debuting a new show for the FIFA World Cup called ‘Stoppage Time with Ian Joy’, offering insights and previews of every game...
Optimove has launched a new benchmark tool ahead of the World Cup called ‘World Cup Pulse’ to help operators compare data during the event.

Optimove launches World Cup Pulse to help operators compare data

Optimove, an igaming CRM marketing solution, has launched a new benchmark tool ahead of the World Cup called ‘World Cup Pulse’ to help operators...
Sportradar AG has celebrated the performance of its US operations, which turned profitable for the first time since its IPO during Q3 after securing a long-term extension to its deal with FanDuel

Sportradar turns profitable in the US during Q3 for the first time

Sportradar AG has celebrated the performance of its US operations, which turned profitable for the first time since its IPO during Q3 after securing...
Tim Howard has been announced as a celebrity brand ambassador for BetMGM ahead of the FIFA World Cup, marking the launch of a series of free-to-play games and promotions

Former USMNT GK Tim Howard joins BetMGM ahead of World Cup

Tim Howard has been announced as a celebrity brand ambassador for BetMGM ahead of the FIFA World Cup, marking the launch of a series...
PointsBet has debuted a new live betting product suite for soccer, Soccer OddsFactory, ahead of the FIFA World Cup which begins this weekend.

PointsBet to deliver 130+ live betting markets for World Cup

PointsBet has debuted a new live betting product suite for soccer, Soccer OddsFactory, ahead of the FIFA World Cup which begins this weekend.The new...
Wynn Las Vegas has partnered with Formula One (F1) to create a $1m all-access experience for the 2023 Las Vegas Grand Prix.

Wynn offering $1m all-access experience for F1 Las Vegas Grand Prix

Wynn Las Vegas has partnered with Formula One (F1) to create the “Official Formula 1 Heineken Silver Las Vegas Grand Prix Million Dollar All-Access...
GAN has expressed optimism for its Latin American operations ahead of the World Cup, but it has also pulled its 2022 guidance.

GAN: World Cup is a major LatAm customer acquisition opportunity

GAN has expressed optimism for its Latin American operations ahead of the World Cup, but it has also pulled its 2022 guidance after a...
Yasiel Puig Valdes, a former MLB player, has agreed to plead guilty to lying to federal law enforcement officials who were investigating him over allegations of placing bets on sports with an illegal gambling operation

Former MLB star pleads guilty to lying to officers after illegal gambling probe

Yasiel Puig, a former MLB player, has agreed to plead guilty to lying to federal law enforcement officials who were investigating him over allegations...

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...