Virginia Sports Betting Handle Rises as Revenue Falls
Virginia sports betting saw an increased number of bets in June, but this did not cause the revenue to rise from May.
AL/NL Central Trade Deadline Update
In what has been a hectic Trade Deadline so far, the Central divisions in both the National and American League have been the most active in moving pieces.
Dosunmu First Illini Drafted in Nine Years | A Closer Look
Dosunmu first Illini drafted in nine years is the big news these days! The boy’s got talent, that’s for sure… but how will he fare in the 2021 NBA Draft? Let’s find out!
DraftKings Becomes Official DFS Partner of the Red Sox
DraftKings and the Red Sox have entered into a deal where the operator will become the exclusive DFS betting partner for the team.
Rush Street Interactive and GTG Network Announce Multi-Year Co-Exclusive Partnership
CHICAGO, IL (July 28, 2021) – Rush Street Interactive, Inc. (NYSE: RSI) (“RSI”), a leading Chicago-based online gaming company that operates sportsbooks in ten markets, and GTG Network, a pre-eminent data insights, gamification and technology company announced today that they have agreed to a multi-year co-exclusive partnership to offer GTG’s world-renowned iSport Genius data facts and insight….
Rush Street Interactive Partners With Global Leader Scientific Game to Premier it’s Online Casino Games in West Virginia at BetRivers
CHICAGO, ILLINOIS & NEW CUMBERLAND, WV – July 27, 2021 – Rush Street Interactive (NYSE: RSI) (“RSI”), a Chicago-based gaming company, has partnered with Scientific Games (NASDAQ: SGMS) to become the first online casino operator in West Virginia to premier the global entertainment company’s fan favorite games on BetRivers.com. The newly launched games include 88 Fortunes, which is one of the most popular…
Illinois Basketball- Looking forward to 21-22 season
Illinois Basketball has their ship back on course. After an off-season of losing players and assistant coaches, things have calmed don for head coach Brad Underwood. First of all,Underwood was convinced he lost center Kofi Cockburn to the NBA, but after he went through the early process, he withdrew and then he stated he had…
Barstool Arizona Bowl is the Best Thing for CFB Since Playoffs
The Barstool Arizona Bowl will be the biggest party of the season, thanks to Dave Portnoy’s media conglomerate.
West Virginia Sports Betting and iGaming Rises in June
June was the end of the fiscal year in West Virginia, and the state’s sports betting industry ended on a high note.
Oklahoma, Texas are leaving the Big 12 Conference; More Teams May Follow
The Big 12 Conference is slowly being destroyed from the inside, and this exodus from Oklahoma and Texas is surely going to hurt them in the long run.
A Changing of the Guard in Cleveland
The Cleveland Indians were under pressure for years now to change their team name. Recently, they finally did, as they are now known as the Cleveland Guardians.
Next Event to be Hosted by Eventus International – Fantasy eSports Summit (FeS) 2021
Eventus International successfully concluded the inaugural GAME (Gaming & Affiliate Marketing Expo) Greece last week. The event took place at the beautiful Electra Palace Athens from 22 – 23 July 2021 and gathered international regulators, betting operators, investors, lawyers, affiliates, SEO specialists, betting platform providers, payment providers, and more from across the globe. The next…
Ronnie Johns Named Chair of Louisiana Gaming Control Board
Governor Edwards appointed Ronnie Johns, a lifetime lawmaker in Lake Charles, as the chair of the Louisiana Gaming Control Board.
How Many Americans are Betting on the Tokyo Olympics? A Whole Lot…
The Opening Ceremony for Tokyo Olympics occurred on Friday, and that means the games have begun.
Massachusetts House Passes Sports Betting Bill
On Thursday night, the Massachusetts House of Representatives passed sports betting by a 156-3 margin.
PointsBet Launches Online Casino Product in New Jersey
Jersey City, NJ — July 23, 2021 — PointsBet, a premier global online gaming operator, today launched its’ proprietary iGaming platform in the state of New Jersey. New Jersey represents the second jurisdiction for the PointsBet online casino product, following the launch of PointsBet’s inaugural iGaming operations in Michigan this past May 2021. In PointsBet unveiling…
Buyers and Sellers in the AL Central
The MLB trade deadline is quickly approaching, scheduled for Friday, July 30th at 4 PM, and the AL Central division is sure to be busy.
2021 Tokyo Olympics News and Updates
Although the opening ceremonies have not taken place, there has still been some action going on over the past 2 days in the 2021 Tokyo Olympics.
Sportradar and Bally’s Interactive Announce Five-Year Sports Betting Partnership
On Thursday, Sportradar and Bally’s Interactive announced a five-year sports betting partnership in the United States.
These are the best teams in the Big Ten
Big Ten Football Media Days are scheduled to take place in Indianapolis on Thursday and Friday, which means that we are just a few weeks away from college football starting.
Tokyo 2020: Group D Preview
After meeting each other in a pair of major tournament matchups, Brazil and Germany will be patched together in Group D at Tokyo 2020.
Will Joe Biden Finish His Presidency? Sportsbooks are Taking Bets
Americans can now bet on if Joe Biden will finish his four-year term. According to the sportsbooks, the chance of him finishing his term is declining rapidly.
Luis Robert Inches Closer to Return
After suffering the injury back at the beginning of the season Luis Robert is finally one step closer to return!
Carlos Takam vs Joe Joyce Prediction | Saturday, July 24th 2021 at Wembley Arena
Carlos Takam vs Joe Joyce prediction is what we have in store for you today! Let’s roll with the fighting facts right away, boys and girls!
Inaugural SBC Awards North America to honor best of sports betting and igaming industry
SBC, the leading international gambling industry events organizer, has announced the launch of the inaugural SBC Awards North America, which will take place in New York City on December 2, 2021. The awards, which form part of the three-day SBC Summit North America conference and trade show, are designed to celebrate and reward excellence among operators, affiliates, and…
Why The NL Central is Bad This Season?
The NL Central division wasn’t expected to be very good this season, but few expected it to be as bad as it currently is. Check why the NL Central is so bad this season?
Massachusetts Sports Betting Advancing in Legislature
On Monday, Massachusetts sports betting took a massive step forward.
Cliff Castle Casino Hotel and PointsBet Partner to Pursue Online Sports Betting License in Arizona
PointsBet aims to offer online sports wagering in the state of Arizona, following prospective license award & regulatory approval Camp Verde, AZ & Denver, CO — July 20, 2021 — PointsBet Arizona LLC – the wholly owned subsidiary of PointsBet Holdings Ltd., a premier global online gaming operator and official partner of NBC Sports – today announced…
Softball Returns to the Olympics; Predicting the Top Teams
Softball will make its return at the Tokyo Olympics after being excluded from the games since the 2008 Beijing Olympics when Japan took the gold medal.
Atlanta United FC Sack Gabriel Heinze
Atlanta United FC decided to replace their head coach Gabriel Heinz. The coach will be replaced by Assistant Coach Rob Valento.
June Sports Betting Handle Rises in D.C. as BetMGM App Launches
BetMGM Sportsbook launched in partnership with Nationals Park. Bettors will now have three mobile betting operator selections in Washington D.C.
2021 MLB News: Brewers Division Lead | Can They Increase it?
Is the Brewers division lead a short-term thing? Let’s see some of the key players and stats and try to figure out just how good the Milwaukee boys really are!
This Week, “It’s GAME Time” – Says Eventus International, With GAME Greece Kicking Off on 22 July 2021
International regulators, betting operators, investors, lawyers, affiliates, SEO specialists, betting platform providers, payment providers and more will be coming together this week in Athens for the inaugural GAME Greece, set to take place from 22 – 23 July 2021 at the beautiful Electra Palace Athens. Eventus International has confirmed high-profile speakers to provide valuable insight…
Why You Must Utilize Cold Hard Football Facts this Season
Cold Hard Football Facts is the site that you should use for advanced NFL analytics this season.
New Narrative for Louisiana Sports Betting
Louisiana sports betting was supposedly delayed because of a vacancy in the Gaming Control Board chair position.
Top Four Heading Into Second Half of MLB Season
The second half of the MLB season is just arriving, as we check the power rankings and look at who is setting the tempo for this stretch of the season.
Maryland Gaming Commission Approves Sports Betting Regulations Draft
On Thursday, the Maryland Gaming Commission unanimously approved a draft of the state’s sports betting rules.
Iowa Sports Betting Revenue Sees Increase
Covid-19 bashed Iowa sports betting numbers in April 2020. Since then, the state has been building its numbers back up, with a spike in Iowa’s betting handle.
The NBA Players Heading to Tokyo Olympics Should be Required to Get the COVID-19 Vaccine
Everyone who enjoys sports is excited about the Tokyo Olympics! However, athletes should be required to get the COVID-19 vaccine.
Possible Landing Spots for Ben Simmons if the Sixers Move On
What are the best potential landing spots for Ben Simmons? Let’s talk about that!
Amy Howe Named Interim CEO at FanDuel
Flutter released a statement naming Amy Howe as the interim Chief Executive Officer.
Prophet Partners with Caesars Entertainment to Bring Peer-to-Peer Sports Betting Exchange to NJ
Caesars Entertainment recently formed a multi-year agreement with Prophet, a New Jersey based sports betting exchange.
MLB All-Star Game Bets That Cashed In
Did you enjoy the AS game yesterday? What about your bets – did you win something? Here’s a quick look at MLB All-Star Game bets that cashed in!
Eventus International Accepting Speaking Proposals For 2021 All American Sports Betting Summit
Eventus International opened the Call for Presentations today for the second annual All American Sports Betting Summit (AASBS), which will be held from 16 – 17 September 2021 in New York. Proposals must be received by 2 August 2021 in order to be considered. For more event details and past events information, visit www.eventus-international.com/aasbs The…
Flutter Entertainment Sells Oddschecker Global Media for Over $200 Million
Flutter Entertainment, the parent company of FanDuel and Paddy Power, sold Oddschecker Global Media to Bruin Capital for over $200 million.
Bets That Made You Money in the Home Run Derby
New York Mets first baseman Pete Alonso won his second consecutive Home Run Derby, defeating the Baltimore Orioles’ Trey Mancini in the final round.
FanDuel and DraftKings Give $20 Million to Campaign for Florida Betting Approval
To earn money, you must spend money. This is the strategy that FanDuel and DraftKings are taking in Florida to operate mobile sportsbooks in the state.
Penn National Gaming to Open Hollywood Casino York in PA in August
On Thursday, Penn National executives announced that the company would be opening the Hollywood Casino York to the public on Thursday, August 12.
PointsBet Appoints Chantal Cipriano as Vice President, Legal, Compliance & People for Canadian Operation
DENVER, CO — July 13, 2021 — PointsBet, a premier global online gaming operator, announced today that it has expanded its corporate profile in Canada with the appointment of gaming and sports betting industry lawyer Chantal Cipriano as Vice President, Legal, Compliance & People for PointsBet Canada. Cipriano joins Nic Sulsky – PointsBet Canada’s recently appointed Chief…
Betting Against Djokovic in a 2021 Grand Slam is Not a Good Idea
The GOAT tennis player, Novak Djokovic, has won the 2021 Wimbledon! In that spirit, let’s see why you should never be betting against Djokovic in a Grand Slam!
Wyoming Gaming Commission Opening Application Process for Operators
The Wyoming Gaming Commission has announced that it will open the application process for operators on Thursday.
DraftKings Becomes Co-Exclusive Official Sports Betting Partner of MLB
DraftKings is expanding its existing daily fantasy sports and betting partnership with Major League Baseball (MLB).
Unbeaten Seattle Sounders Stay on Top
With a 2-0 win against the Houston Dynamo on July 7, the Seattle Sounders now own the MLS record for the longest unbeaten streak to begin a season at 13 games.
Top Industry leaders set to speak at the GAME Greece 22-23 July in Athens
INTRALOT Online Operations Director Anny Tzivanaki and Kaizen Gaming Senior Advisor, Business Development John Kalamvokis have been confirmed as high-profile speakers at next week’s inaugural GAME (Gaming & Affiliate Marketing Expo) in Athens, Greece. Dennis Tsalikis, CEO, FSI – Fantasy Sports Interactive, has also been named on the stellar line-up of speakers for the July 22 – 23 event. Attendees will…
Argentina Takes Copa America Title Home
Argentina Takes Copa America Title Home – Argentina took on the difficult challenge of playing Brazil in Brazil on Saturday. Both teams were in fantastic form coming into the game.
Washington Legal Sports Betting Now Seeks Federal Approval
Washington state has taken a step forward for legal sports betting. Governor Jay Inslee and 16 tribal nations passed sports betting agreements recently.
New York Mobile Sports Betting Taking Applicants from Operators
On Friday, the New York State Gaming Commission began accepting applications for mobile sports betting.
Raketech Acquires P&P Vegas Group Including Feature Site PicksAndParlays.com
Raketech, one of the fastest-growing content marketing companies in the world, has announced the acquisition of P&P Vegas Group.
WynnBet Partners With Colorado Rockies and Coors Field
WynnBet just partnered up with Colorado Rockies and Coors Field! This is, without doubt, a huge deal that will change betting in Denver.
Better Collective Set to Host Bookmakers Awards 2021
Better Collective, a worldwide sports betting media group, is set to host the first Bookmakers Awards iGB Live!
MGM Resorts International and USA Basketball Announce Partnership
MGM Resorts International and USA Basketball have announced a partnership that will make MGM Resorts the Official Training Camp Home of USA Basketball.
Alaska Gambling Expansion Study In the Works
Alaska might be entertaining the expansion of gambling. The recent news comes from a study that is ongoing within the state.
Drew Brees Becomes PointsBet Global Brand Ambassador
PointsBet, a premier global online gaming operator announced this week that Drew Brees has joined PointsBet as an ambassador for the sportsbook.
Magic City Casino Owners Sue Florida Betting Compact
On Friday, the owners of Miami’s Magic City Casino and Bonita Springs Poker Room created some buzz in the state of Florida.
SBC Summit Barcelona set to be betting and gaming industry’s biggest 2021 Event
The SBC Summit Barcelona conference and trade show is set to be one of 2021’s biggest business opportunities for the international betting and igaming industry, with scores of major suppliers already confirmed as exhibiting. SBC’s flagship event at Fira de Barcelona on 21-24 September will provide a much-needed opportunity for sportsbook, online casino, safer gambling, and payments and…
Phil Mickelson Pumps the Brakes After Alleged $500,000 Gambling Controversy
The Detroit News has linked Phil Mickelson to an alleged mob bookie that was reported to have cheated Mickelson out of $500,000 in gambling winnings.
New Harrah’s Casino in Nebraska to Open Late 2022
A new Harrah’s casino and racetrack will be opening in late 2022 in Columbus, Nebraska.
PlayStar Casino Coming to Pennsylvania Thanks to Deal with Caesars
Caesars and PlayStar Casino have formed a partnership that will bring the latter to Pennsylvania.
Del Mar 2021 Opening at 100% Handicapping and Stakes Schedule
Another interesting week in horse racing! Del Mar 2021 is opening at 100% capacity so let’s take a closer look at the event schedule and handicapping options!
The unfortunate end to NC State’s CWS run
North Carolina State was in a dominant position in the College World Series. After wins against Stanford and Vanderbilt, the NC State Wolfpack were up 2-0.
FanDuel & Fox Battle Stalling Flutter Entertainment from IPO Process
Flutter Entertainment plc, a global sports betting company, is in a predicament over a FanDuel IPO because of Fox.
WynnBET Arizona in the Works Through San Carlos Apache Tribe Deal
WynnBET, powered by Wynn Resorts, is the latest operator to join the AZ market through a deal with the San Carlos Apache Tribe.
NASCAR and BettorView Form Partnership to Drive Engagement
NASCAR and BettorView formed a partnership that will allow various NASCAR content at venues located within legal online betting sales across the nation!
Are You Ready Europe – Join Eventus International in Greece, Netherlands & Sweden
Eventus International will be taking on Europe from July onwards, offering its first three in-person gaming events of 2021 in Greece, Netherlands and Sweden. In light of recent positive news regarding the global pandemic subsiding within these 3 countries, the Eventus International team is pleased to continue with all preparations to ensure safe and successful…
New York State Misses Deadline for Mobile Sports Betting
The state of New York plans to implement mobile sports betting in its 2021-2022 budget stipulating that the New York Gaming Commission release an RFP by July 1.
Countdown to Game Greece 2021: Last Week to Save on Tickets
Entering the first week of July has been very exciting for Eventus International as it draws us closer to GAME Greece, scheduled for the 22nd & 23rd of July 2021 at the Electra Palace Athens. With just two weeks away, the anticipation is rising and Eventus International is all geared up to host its first-ever…
Westgate SuperContest Improvements for 2021 Season
The classic format for the Westgate SuperContest is still intact, but there are a few improvements for the 2021 season.
Golden Nugget to Sponsor Rocket Mortgage Classic in 2021 & 2022
Golden Nugget will be the Official Casino Partner of the Rocket Mortgage Classic in 2021 and 2022.
How Will the NCAA NIL Changes Bleed Into Sports Betting Industry?
There is no doubt that the NCAA NIL rules will bleed into the sports betting industry as it continues to sweep the United States.
Arizona to Allow More Mobile Betting Sites to Operate
Arizona sports betting should be live by football season, and the number of mobile betting providers has been doubled.
Ohio Sports Betting Bill Delayed Until September
Legalizing Ohio sports betting may come later than expected. The primary stumbling block appears to be the equality between casinos and sportsbook operations.
Maryland Sports Betting Inching Closer to Launch with Appointments Set
The DMV (D.C., Maryland, Virginia) is turning into a sports betting hotbed. Virginia and Washington D.C. have live wagering, and Maryland sports betting is inching closer to a launch.
As Sports Betting Grows Will NFL Team Values Increase?
Can the rapid growth of sports betting across the USA result in increased NFL team values? Let’s find out, shall we!?
Weekend Carryovers July 2, 2021: TWO Mandatory Payouts
There are six-figure carryovers heading into the July Fourth holiday weekend, so let’s see if we can get some money going our way via good old horse racing wagers!
Impressive Brook Lopez Turned Back the Clock in Bucks’ Huge Win
Let’s see just how impressive Brook Lopez was in Bucks’ massive win against the Hawks last night. Here’s a closer look!
Wisconsin Sports Betting to be Legal in Shocking Last Minute Deal
Wisconsin sports betting is pending approval from the US Department of the Interior.
Daniel Zimmermann is Changing the “Verse” for Sports Betting
At the age of 23, Zimmermann is already revolutionizing the sports betting industry through his company, Verse Gaming.
Mohegan Digital Betting Platform Being Launched in Connecticut
On Wednesday, Mohegan Gaming & Entertainment, which operates Mohegan Sun Casino in Connecticut, unveiled Mohegan Digital.
Louisiana Sports Betting Stalled Due to No LGCB Chair
Louisiana sports betting planning is in progress, but a slight hiccup has occurred in the process, as Senate President Patrick Page Cortez would say
UEFA EURO 2020 Favorites | Should You Bet on England or the Underdogs?
Let’s take a closer look at the main UEFA EURO 2020 favorites, England, and see if the likes of Italy and Belgium can upset their title run!
WNBA Team Phoenix Mercury Signs Deal with Bally’s Corporation
WNBA team Phoenix Mercury signed a 15-year long deal with Bally’s corporation. This deal makes Bally’s official gaming partner of Mercury.
Scientific Games Looks to Sell Lotto & Sports Betting Businesses
Scientific Games is removing itself from the sports betting and lottery markets to focus on its core competency of gaming.
WNBA’S Pheonix Mercury Announce Landmark Partnership With Bally’s Corporation
PROVIDENCE, R.I., June 30, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — Bally’s Corporation (NYSE: BALY) and Phoenix Mercury Basketball, LLC (the “Phoenix Mercury”), a 25-year member of the Women’s National Basketball Association (the “WNBA”), today announced entry into a significant, purpose-driven team sponsorship and sports betting partnership. This groundbreaking agreement marks the first gaming access deal with a professional women’s sports team providing Bally’s with market…
Sportradar Locks in Ten Year Deal with the National Hockey League
Sportradar, a leading global provider of sports betting and entertainment products and services, has finalized a 10 year deal with the National Hockey League.
Stephen Foster Stakes Winner Maxfield Leads Three Godolphin Stars in First Week of Longines Breeders’ Cup Classic Rankings
Press Release on how Stephen Foster Stakes winner Maxfield led three Godolphin stars in the first week of the Longines Breeders’ Cup Classic rankings.
Bally’s Interactive Launches Mobile Sportsbook in Iowa
LAS VEGAS, June 29, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — Bally’s Interactive, a division of Bally’s Corporation (NYSE: BALY) that operates the omni-channel provider’s sports betting, iGaming, free-to-play, and daily fantasy sports platforms, today announced the beta launch of its mobile sportsbook, Bally Bet, in Iowa. The launch expands the sports betting platform’s presence into its second state, following last month’s launch of…
Betway Sportsbook Set to Operate in Pennsylvania
Betway Sportsbook will be the next sportsbook to launch in Pennsylvania, thanks to Cordish Gaming Group.
USAWAGER: DraftKings & Domino’s Pair Up for Pizza Delivery Free-to-Play Game
DraftKings & Domino’s have found a way to offer a free-to-play gambling option while ordering pizza! This partnership is something completely new for the industry.
Golf Betting Preview: Rocket Mortgage Classic
The Rocket Mortgage Classic is just around the corner and we’re here to show off the best player odds and available bets!
Florida Petition to Legalize Sports Betting Led by FanDuel & DraftKings
Sports betting belongs to the Seminole tribe currently, but companies like FanDuel and DraftKings are trying to alter this fact in the state through a Florida petition.