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DraftKings appointed official DFS provider of the Boston Red Sox

DraftKings has this week been appointed as the official Daily Fantasy Sports provider of the Boston Red Sox, reinforcing the existing relationship with the...
Sports betting and digital gaming operator BetMGM has announced the signing of former NFL running back Marshawn Lynch as a brand ambassador.

BetMGM signs Marshawn Lynch as a brand ambassador

Sports betting and digital gaming operator BetMGM has announced the signing of former NFL running back Marshawn Lynch as a brand ambassador.The Super Bowl...
Tennessee’s sportsbooks benefited from sports such as NASCAR, tennis, and golf in June to make gains in betting volume and in GGR according to PlayTenn.

Tennessee sportsbooks make betting volume and GGR gains in June

Tennessee’s sportsbooks benefited from sports such as NASCAR, tennis, and golf in June to make gains in betting volume and in gross gaming revenue,...

Codere becomes Official Betting Partner of Club Atlético River Plate

Codere, the Spanish-based multinational gaming company operating across Latin America and Europe, has signed a sponsorship agreement with Club Atlético River Plate of Argentina.Under...

Gannett and Tipico leverage USA Today Network in ground-breaking sports betting alliance

Gannett Co Inc has secured an exclusive agreement today with Tipico USA Technology Inc, the US subsidiary of European based sports betting provider the...
Playmaker Capital Inc has announced it has acquired 100% of YB Media LLC (Yardbarker) in a deal worth up to $24m.

Playmaker acquires Yardbarker to boost US market presence

Playmaker Capital Inc has announced it has acquired 100% of California-based sports and entertainment digital media business, YB Media LLC (Yardbarker) in a deal...
Stats Perform has announced a deal extension with the NBA’s Orlando Magic for the use of AutoStats, its AI-enhanced body recognition technology.

Stats Perform extends AutoStats deal with Orlando Magic

Stats Perform has announced a deal extension with the NBA’s Orlando Magic for the use of AutoStats, its AI-enhanced body recognition technology.AutoStats leverages computer...
DFS operator PrizePicks is launching a comprehensive Olympics offering that will allow its players to predict how athletes will perform across the Games.

PrizePicks launches Olympic Games DFS offering

Independently owned daily fantasy sports (DFS) operator PrizePicks is launching a comprehensive Olympics offering that will allow its players to predict how athletes will...

Massachusetts edges toward legal sports betting, but college sports remains a sticking point

Massachusetts continues to edge towards legalized sports betting following a vote last week in the state House that overwhelmingly passed Bill H3977. But question...
Lawmakers in Louisiana have given their approval for Caesars Entertainment to acquire the naming rights to the Superdome, the home of the New Orleans Saints.

Caesars Entertainment secure naming rights to New Orleans Saints’ Superdome

Lawmakers in Louisiana have given their approval for Caesars Entertainment to acquire the naming rights to the state’s Superdome, the home of the NFL’s...

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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...