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Book at Harrah’s Philadelphia begins operational testing

Operational testing of the new sportsbook at Harrah's Philadelphia Casino and Racetrack was due to begin today, January 22. The Book at Harrah’s Philadelphia will...

gbet: short-term approach risks short term gains in US sports betting

Being first to market can have its advantages, but in an emerging, multi-jurisdictional sports betting space such as the US, there is also significant...

All-Star Ortiz joins Foxwoods as designated ambassador

Foxwoods Resort Casino  has secured an exclusive partnership with Red Sox legend and Fox Sports analyst David Ortiz. The 10-time All Star, seven-time Silver...

Big Game sports wagers will dwarf past betting activity says VSiN

According to VSiN (Vegas Stats & Information Network), the forthcoming ‘Big Game’ between New England Patriots and Los Angeles Rams will generate a new...

EML PointsBet payment card will offer seamless funding

EML Payments USA and PointsBet USA have launched a re-loadable payments card that allows their customers in New Jersey to load funds to their gaming account and quickly access...

Chalkline Sports: How the NBA can continue to evolve as a betting sport

In its most recent broadcasting evolution, the NBA recently partnered with Twitter to deliver an complementary live streaming deal via social media, allowing fans...

That was the week that was in US sport betting

SportsHandle and friends deliver another round-up of the week’s big developments in US sports betting.Growing Pains, Learning Curve Testing New Sportsbook Operations Growing pains and...

PointsBet goes live with a new way of sports betting in the US

Global sportsbook operator PointsBet has gone live this week with its online sports betting offer, including its signature PointsBetting product in the US. Wagering...

GameWorks and SCCG Management forge casino esports partnership

Entertainment firm GameWorks has entered into a partnership agreement with casino consultants SCCG Management to bring venue-based, peer-to-peer wagering esports lounges to casinos nationwide....

Sportradar launches ad:s marketing solution for bookmakers

Sportradar, the global provider of sports data intelligence, has announced the launch of ad:s, its new full-service marketing offer for sports betting operators. According to...

Event News

SBC Summit SBC Connect

SBC Summit 2026 rolls out structured networking, powered by SBC Connect

SBC Summit is giving delegates greater control over who they meet in Lisbon, with a new structured networking program, powered by SBC Connect, that...
SBC Global Prediction Markets Forum

SBC unveils new Global Prediction Markets Forum in Lisbon 

SBC has announced the launch of the Global Prediction Markets Forum, a new standalone event dedicated to one of the fastest-evolving sectors in betting...
SBC Summit

SBC Summit’s new masterclasses bring hands-on training to delegates

SBC Summit will introduce three expert-led Masterclasses in 2026, giving delegates practical training in sportsbook trading, electronic gaming and responsible gaming marketing.Running from September...
Affiliate Leaders Awards Shortlist

Meet the Nominees: Affiliate Leaders Awards 2026 Shortlist Revealed

SBC has revealed the shortlist for the second edition of the Affiliate Leaders Awards, taking place at Lisbon’s MEO Arena on Wednesday, September 30.More...