Business
September 23, 2021
Great Canadian Gaming Gets New CEO as Apollo Global Takes Over
It was a deal in the works for around ten months, but it has finally reached a successful conclusion. Apollo Global Management, the asset fund management company with its hands in gaming operations around the globe, is now the owner of Canada’s Great Canadian Gaming (GC). With the acquisition complete, Apollo brought in an industry […]
Industry
September 22, 2021
EPIC Risk Management’s US Subsidiary Sets Foot in Delaware
Independent gambling harm-prevention consultancy EPIC Risk Management is moving in a proactive way to expand its presence in the US as sports betting in North America is booming. In Line with EPIC’s Broader Strategy Having affirmed its presence in Europe and the UK, the gambling harm minimization firm is setting up a subsidiary in the […]
Business
September 22, 2021
Bally’s Confirms That the Gamesys Takeover Will Finalize on October 1
Bally’s Corporation has officially confirmed that its Gamesys takeover will be completed on October 1, and thus, it will finally complete the process of acquisition, one that lasted several months. The betting and gaming conglomerate also revealed that the UK Gambling Commission approved the M&A process, but, nevertheless, US counterparts still required approval. The Two […]
Business
September 22, 2021
Scout Gaming to Enhance Social Sportsbook for eFanGage
Daily fantasy sport (DFS) and betting solutions provider Scout Gaming announced today it entered into an agreement with eFanGage to boost fan engagement on its venue-based platform rolled out to bars, restaurants, stadia, and arenas in the US. DFS and Social Sportsbook The agreement between the company that “close[s] the gap between sports betting and […]
Business
September 22, 2021
PayNearMe Approved in Arizona, Launches with Barstool Sportsbook
Payment processing company PayNearMe is now officially licensed to operate in Arizona and has launched with Barstool Sportsbook. Launching in Arizona as New States Await PayNearMe has been granted an official license to operate in Arizona. The payment platform provider, which focuses on assisting iGaming companies in regulated gaming markets to conduct payments, received an […]
Legal
September 22, 2021
Flutter Ends a Decade-long Legal Battle with Kentucky
A decade-long battle between the Stars Group, before its acquisition by Flutter, with the Commonwealth of Kentucky ended today. Flutter agreed to pay Kentucky $200 million in addition to a previously forfeited $100 million. The legal dispute dates back a decade when PokerStars allegedly offered online poker in Kentucky which was at odds with UIGEA. […]
Sports
September 22, 2021
Ryder Cup 2021 Betting Odds, Time and Where to Watch
The United States will be heading into the 43rd edition of the Ryder Cup on Friday, September 24 with revenge in their hearts. After the team lost the competition in 2018, Team USA will be looking to settle the score. There will be plenty of opportunities to do so in the ensuing golf battle with […]
Sports
September 22, 2021
Sports Betting May Be the Cause of the Feud Between the Chicago Bears and CPD
The Chicago Bears and the franchise’s landlord, the Chicago Park District (CPD), have had a feud for a long time over the structural improvements and leases at Soldier Field. There have even been some rumors speculating that the Bears might leave the iconic stadium and enter a search for a newer and bigger suburban home. […]
Business
September 21, 2021
SharpLink and NBC Sports Collaborate for Immersive Ryder Cup
Online gaming technology company SharpLink Gaming announced this week it would be launching a free-to-play game for this year’s Ryder Cup that will take place later in the month. Free-to-Play Game Launch Pioneer of game-changing solutions and experiences for the sports betting industry SharpLink entered into an agreement with NBC Sports to expand customer experience […]
Sports
September 21, 2021
Tipico Teams with TVM DOOH for Odds and Content Integration
Global sports betting operator Tipico and the largest display screen network in restaurants and bars across the US, TVM DOOH, entered into an agreement that will see Tipico odds and branded marketing content integrated into hundreds of screens across bars in Colorado and New Jersey. Targeting Audiences in a Unique Way The partnership deal that […]