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NASCAR appoints PickUp to accelerate gamification strategy

Fan engagement platform PickUp has been selected by NASCAR to accelerate its motorsports content gamification strategy. According to the agreement, PickUp will utilize its...

Illinois sets new wagering record with nearly $1bn in March action

Illinois set a new state wagering record of nearly $1bn in March, with sportsbooks also hitting new revenue highs, buoyed by $278.4m of NCAA...

Better Collective cools Spotlight M&A rumors as focus remains on US targets  

Better Collective AS has responded to weekend news reports of its ‘front runner interest’ to acquire Spotlight Sports Group for £500m ($616m) as being...
Sportsbook in Virginia experienced a hike in monthly sports betting handle in March, largely thanks to the March Madness NCAA men’s college basketball tournament

Virginia sportsbooks benefit from March Madness as handle sees monthly uptick

Sportsbook in Virginia experienced a hike in monthly sports betting handle in March, largely thanks to the March Madness NCAA men’s college basketball tournament. According...
Caesars Entertainment has signed a major partnership with MLB side the Chicago White Sox, which sees the firm become the Exclusive Casino Partner and Caesars sportsbook become the official sports betting partner of the team

Caesars secures casino and sportsbook partnership with Chicago White Sox

Caesars Entertainment has signed a major partnership with MLB side the Chicago White Sox, which sees the firm become the Exclusive Casino Partner and...
Esports Technologies Inc began trading under a new brand identity today having changed its name to EBET.

Esports Technologies targets Millennials and Gen Z with rebrand to EBET INC

Esports Technologies Inc began trading under a new brand identity today having changed its name to EBET.The global provider of advanced esports wagering...
The NCAA Division I Interpretations Committee has ruled that individual colleges and schools can sign deals to provide statistics to sports wagering companies

NCAA opens door to sports betting deals for colleges

The NCAA Division I Interpretations Committee has ruled that individual colleges and schools can sign deals to provide statistics to sports wagering companies, opening...
In mid-March, the International Betting Integrity Association (IBIA) and Fecoljuegos, the Colombian trade association, joined forces to work on projects and initiatives to improve integrity in the local gambling industry.

Sports integrity: Is there a link between the popularity of sports and its susceptibility...

In mid-March, the International Betting Integrity Association (IBIA) and Fecoljuegos, the Colombian trade association, joined forces to work on projects and initiatives to improve...
Esports Insider is excited to announce its international esports business conference is returning to the US with ESI Washington DC, presented by LOOT.BET.

Esports Insider brings esports conference to Washington DC

Esports Insider (ESI) is excited to announce the biggest international esports business conference is returning to the United States with ESI Washington DC, presented...
Bally’s Interactive has agreed to a long-term partnership with the Cleveland Browns, becoming an official sports betting partner of the NFL franchise.

Bally’s Interactive becomes sports betting partner of Cleveland Browns

Bally’s Interactive, a division of Bally’s Corporation, has agreed to a long-term partnership with the Cleveland Browns, becoming an official sports betting partner of...

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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...