Business
October 4, 2021
Social Sports Betting in the US Advances as Low6 Makes Adds New Option
The idea of social sports betting is relatively new in the US, but is catching on. From the outside looking in, sports betting has been viewed by many as an activity that only dedicated gamblers can participate in, but social sports betting looks to alter that perception. The newest operator to launch in the US […]
Business
October 1, 2021
WynnBET Granted Entry to Louisiana’s Market
Wynn Resorts-owned mobile sportsbook WynnBET has revealed that it has been approved to operate in Louisiana’s betting market. This will be the 17th state where WynnBET has at least some market access. WynnBET Continues Its Expansion on the US Market WynnBET has seen a spectacular expansion in recent times. The Las Vegas-headquartered operator has been […]
Business
October 1, 2021
Industry Veteran Joe Asher Becomes IGT’s President of Sports Betting
Multinational gambling company International Game Technology (IGT) has hired industry veteran Joe Asher to lead its sports betting brand IGT PlaySports. Taking the role of a president of sports betting, Asher will focus on the brand’s expansion on the North American gambling market. A Passionate Veteran Becomes President of Sports Betting at IGT PlaySports Asher […]
Sports
October 1, 2021
Investigation Finds Match-Fixing in Boxing Games during 2016 Olympics
A new investigation led by Professor Richard McLaren discovered that boxing bouts during the 2016 Rio Olympics were impacted by match-fixing. The investigation was initiated by the International Boxing Association and found malpractices conducted by judges and referees. Boxing Integrity Impacted during 2016 Olympics According to an Investigation Results of a new investigation were released […]
Business
October 1, 2021
AmAff Launches Props.com, a Media Hub Focused on US Sports Betting
AmAff, a media site developer, has just announced the launch of Props.com, a media hub that will target bettors in the US. The main goal of the site will be to provide bettors with massive coverage of all the insights, trends, analysis, and news related to US sports betting. The market for US sports betting […]
Sports
October 1, 2021
Raiders vs Chargers NFL Week 4 Odds, Time, and Prediction
The Las Vegas Raiders remain undefeated after three rounds, but online sportsbooks think their flawless run will end on Monday night. That’s when they travel to LA to take on the Chargers at SoFi Stadium. The Raiders are seen as a 4-point underdog heading into the NFL’s Week 4, but the same was the case […]
Sports
October 1, 2021
Liverpool vs Manchester City – Odds, Time, and Prediction
Liverpool and Manchester City are the teams that won the Premier League in the previous two seasons. The Reds did it in 2020; the Sky Blues from Manchester are the reigning Premier League champions. This season, the two are once again among the top title favorites. No surprise there, as they’ve been laying elite soccer […]
Business
October 1, 2021
Churchill Downs Plans to Open a Gaming Venue in Louisville, KY
The owner of the Churchill Downs racetrack announced on Thursday that it is planning to make a move in downtown Kentucky by opening a new casino-style venue. Churchill Downs is well-known as the home of arguably the most popular horse racing event in the US – the Kentucky Derby. 500 Historical Horse Racing Machines will […]
Business
October 1, 2021
Genius Sports Extends Deal with BetMGM and Entain
Data management, video streaming, and integrity services provider Genius Sports has extended its pre-existing deals with operators BetMGM and Entain. Genius Sports Expands Its Agreements As part of the expanded deals, Genius Sports will offer its two partners new National Football League data feeds, engagement solutions, and sportsbook offerings. Genius Sports’ chief executive officer, Mark […]
Industry
October 1, 2021
Legalized Sports Betting Not in Massachusetts’ “Bandwidth”
Massachusetts sports bettors will have to continue to travel across state lines – almost in any direction – or use offshore alternatives to place their bets. With the exception of Vermont, all of the state’s neighbors have legalized sports betting, but Massachusetts lawmakers continue to drag their feet on the topic. Although the House has […]