DraftKings Considered Acquisition of 888
Over the summer, DraftKings made some inquiries about the availability of 888, owned by Entain. The deal was never consummated, but never say never in this business.
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Underdog Alters Game to Peer-To-Peer Pick’Em
Cease and desists and other efforts were threatening the existence of Underdog and other fantasy competitions. Underdog has come up with a game which might just be legal. Peer-to-Peer...
Seven Belgian Tennis Players Suspended for Match Fixing
The International Tennis Integrity Agency (ITIA) recently announced seven Belgian tennis players were found to have fixed matches and have been suspended.
ESPN Bet, ESPN Attempt to Stay Out of Each Other’s Way
The ESPN Bet era has begun as it takes over the 17 states its predecessor operated in. Penn Entertainment stands to gain by tapping into the ESPN brand it...
NCAA’s Baker Says Prop Bets Don’t Belong in College Athletics
The president of the NCAA, Charlie Baker (l.), said in a lengthy interview with CBS News recently that he opposes proposition bets on college sports.
DraftKings Brings in Over $3 Million in Maine Launch Weekend
It was a successful first weekend for the state of Maine and its launch of sports betting. DraftKings announced they took in $3.4 million in bets, netting $82,000 in...
After Suspension of NHL’s Pinto, Experts Explore Treatment Options
Critics and mental health professionals are discussing what the NHL can do to help its players, like Ottawa Senators Shane Pinto, who get caught up in gambling.
Texas Sports Betting Alliance Grabs Data for Legal Bets
More than 1 million people attempted to use mobile apps to bet on sports in September and October in Texas but were blocked. A new record. Some 2 million...
North Carolina Developing New Rules for Sports Betting
North Carolina officials hope for the best as they prepare to launch sports betting next year. These days, they work on the rules that are an integral part of...
Arizona is Latest State to Say No to Daily Fantasy Pick’Ems
Arizona and Mississippi joined a growing list of states that want Daily Fantasy Sports pick’em contests to stop. The games resemble prop-bets which puts them into the sports betting...
PENN to Debut ESPN Bet in 17 States November 14
ESPN Bet replaced Barstool Sports as the operator for PENN Entertainment. PENN will pay big bucks to ESPN to use their very popular name. The ESPN Bet sportsbook will...
Betway Quits as Illinois’ Only Bidder for Standalone License
Betway had a license ready and waiting in the sports-rich Illinois. They were the lone bidder for a supplemental standalone license. Then the sportsbook pulled up stakes, no reason...
Iowa Governor Supports Sports Betting Criminal Investigation
Governor Kim Reynolds (l.) called a news conference about deployment of the Iowa National Guard. But the conference attracted questions about the investigation into Illegal sports betting among student...
Colorado Agency Considers Ban on Fantasy Pick’Em Contests
Colorado’s Division of Gaming is developing rules for the latest in fantasy sports competition. From where Josh Kirschner of PrizePicks sits, it isn’t pretty.
Questions Remain After NHL Player Suspended for Gambling
Shane Pinto (l.), a player with the Ottawa Senators, has become the first person in the NHL suspended for gambling, but several questions have arisen regarding the 41-game ban....
Professional Golfer Suspended Three Months for Betting on Sport
Jake Staiano (l.), who plays on the PGA’s Korn Ferry Tour, was suspended for three months for betting on golf.
MS Lawmakers Debate Mobile Sports Betting, iGaming
Mississippi already has sports betting in casinos but a task force is hearing arguments to legalize the online version, as well as online casinos.
A Pair of Related Sports Betting Proposals Filed in California
Tribal leaders wanted no part in another run at sports betting so close to the 2022 defeat of their propositions. Then two related proposals pop up with exclusivity for...
As NBA Season Tips Off, FanDuel Partners with League
The NBA kicked off their season just in time for FanDuel to announce a new partnership. The exclusive collaboration offers fans access to an NBA League Pass and other...
In Six Weeks, Kentucky Bettors Wagered $250 Million
Rather good figures for just six weeks work. Equally impressive $232 million came through mobile sources in under a month. Governor Andy Beshear (l.) is pleased as punch.
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December 4-6, 2023: 49th Annual Global Symposium on Racing, Loews Ventana Canyon, Tucson, Arizona. Produced by University of Arizona’s Race Track Industry Program. For more information visit rtip.arizona.edu/2023-symposium/.
January 22-24, 2024: San Diego AML Conference, San Diego, CA Gain valuable insights into the latest AML practices, regulations, and challenges specific to casinos, towards creating a safer and more secure environment for the industry. For more information visit skiild.com/aml-event/.
February 6-8, 2024: International Casino Exhibition (ICE), ExCeL London, U.K. Produced by Clarion Events. For more information visit icegaming.com/.
February 25-28, 2024: SiGMA Eurasia, InterContinental Dubai Festival City, Dubai, UAE. Produced by SiGMA Group For more information visit sigma.world/.
March 5-7, 2024: SBC Summit Rio, Windsor Barra Hotel, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. Produced by SBC Events. For more information visit sbcevents.com.
March 12-15, 2024: Africa Gaming Expo, Eko Convention Center, Lagos, Nigeria. Produced by Africa Gaming Expo Ltd. For more information visit agelagos.com/.
March 18-20, 2024: Casino Marketing Boot Camp, New Orleans, LA. Intensive and hands-on, this three-day workshop gives casino marketers a 360-degree view of marketing and what it takes to gain market share and loyalty. A single-track, shared experience, Boot Camp’s hands-on approach combines interactive and immersive activities that will bring all your great ideas into focus and actionable plans. For more information visit https://casinomarketingbootcamp.com/new-orleans-2024.
April 8-11, 2024: Indian Gaming Tradeshow & Convention, Anaheim Convention Center, Anaheim, California. Produced by the Indian Gaming Association. For more information visit indiangamingtradeshow.com.
April 17-18, 2024: East Coast Gaming Congress, Hard Rock Hotel & Casino, Atlantic City, New Jersey. Produced by Spectrum Gaming Group, Cooper Leveson and PlayDoit. For more information visit eastcoastgamingcongress.com.
May 14-16, 2024: Cage Conference + Connect User Conference, Gila River Resorts & Casinos Learn about new technologies that enhance profitability and network with industry leaders who have proven success in Cage, Revenue and Player Services. For more information visit skiild.com/cage-conference/.
