Industry
August 30, 2021
WynnBET Enters Arizona, Regulator Allocates Event Wagering Licenses
Under a strategic agreement with the San Carlos Apache Tribal Gaming Enterprise, WynnBET entered the regulated market in Arizona on Friday last week. On the same day, the state regulator revealed that it had granted 18 event wagering licenses. The Arizona Department of Gaming also launched fantasy sports contests on Saturday, August 28, 2021. WynnBET […]
Business
August 20, 2021
WynnBet Integrates Rewards Program with Sports and iGaming Businesses
Wynn Rewards hits the shelves at WynnBet’s iGaming and sports gambling platforms. Interconnectivity between Wynn Resorts’ iGaming, sports gambling and integrated resorts businesses is back in focus. WynnBet Implements Rewards Program with Interactive Products WynnBet has confirmed that it will be integrating the Wynn Rewards Program, associated with the firm’s hospitality business, into its remote sports gambling […]
Industry
August 10, 2021
WynnBET Names Shaquille O’Neal Brand Ambassador
WynnBET entered into a long-term agreement with Shaquille O’Neal, the former professional basketball player and NBA icon. Under the agreement, O’Neal will become an ambassador and will serve as a strategic advisor for the brand. Basketball Icon Shaquille O’Neal to Become Brand Ambassador for WynnBET Wynn Resorts’ sports betting brand, WynnBET, announced on Monday that […]
Business
August 5, 2021
Federal Judge Revives Steve Wynn-tied Lawsuit Against Wynn Resorts
A Nevada federal judge revived a securities fraud lawsuit in which executives at Wynn Resorts were well aware of some reports concerning misconduct and sexual harassment against Steve Wynn, the casino operator’s founder and former CEO. According to the allegations, even though the executives knew about these events, they chose to disregard them. Andrew Gordon, […]
Business
July 29, 2021
WynnBet and Cumulus Media Forge Betting Advertising Alliance
WynnBET and CUMULUS MEDIA, a leading media, advertising and marketing company, have signed a new multi-year alliance that will cover numerous platforms and help boost WynnBET’s awareness with CUMULUS’ audience of 250 million listeners each month. The company’s vast network of hundreds of radio stations makes it a perfect opportunity for WynnBET to try to leverage its […]
Industry
July 15, 2021
WynnBET Recruits More Athletes as Ambassadors
US-based sports betting and iGaming giant WynnBet is tapping into more sports talent to represent its brand with the additions of Mangold, Howard, and Johnson. WynnBET Is Focusing on Boosting Brand Visibility WynnBET is expanding its list of ambassadors following a Wednesday announcement that Chad “Ochocinco” Johnson, Tim Howard, and Nick Mangold will now all represent the brand in various ways. The trio […]
Business
July 8, 2021
WynnBET Teams up with MLB’s Colorado Rockies
WynnBET is determined to grab as much of the sports gambling as it can as quickly as it can. With potentially billions of dollars on the table, Wynn Resorts’ sports gambling and iGaming operator wants a significant percentage. It already has a number of key deals lined up and just inked another one this week. […]
Industry
July 5, 2021
WynnBET Plans Arizona Market Access, Regulator Updates Rules
Last Friday, WynnBET announced that it inked a new partnership with the San Carlos Apache Tribe for market access in Arizona. While regulatory approval is still pending, on the same day, the Arizona Department of Gaming (ADG) unveiled an updated version of the draft rules on sports wagering in the state. WynnBET Teams up with […]
Poker
June 29, 2021
Wynn Millions Skyrockets with Entries, Generates $12.4M Prize Pool
The Wynn Millions poker tournament recorded more than 1,300 entries at its start last week Friday. The tournament is going to run through Saturday, July 3, with a total of $12.4 million in a guaranteed prize money pool. Wynn Millions Holds $12.4M Guaranteed Prize Pool for Lucky Poker Pros Every poker fan has heard of […]
Industry
June 28, 2021
Encore Boston Harbor Legal Battle over Property Value Comes to an End
Ever since Encore Boston Harbor casino in Massachusetts opened a few years ago, it has been embroiled in one legal battle after another over the property. However, the Wynn Resorts-owned property has almost always managed to emerge on the winning side of the fight. It has done so one more time, thanks to a judge’s […]