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By Darcy Lancelot

Churchill Downs, SBTech Launch Retail Sportsbook in Indiana

November 14, 2019

Churchill Downs Incorporated has recently partnered with SBTech, an award-winning global sports betting technology and solutions provider, to launch a BetAmerica sportsbook. The retail sportsbook went live at Indiana’s Rising Star Casino Resort and it marks the debut of SBTech into the state’s nascent sports betting market. Bettors in Indiana can now look forward to […]

By Francesco Marconi

GVC Holdings Premieres Online Casinos for Swedish Market

January 5, 2019

Barely a week after being granted a local gaming license, online casino and sportsbook operator GVC Holdings has announced the launch of its Sweden-facing versions of its renowned Bwin.com and PartyPoker.com domains. Both of these brands will now be offering dedicated websites under the .se extension. In addition to this, both brands will also be […]

By Darcy Lancelot

Hard Rock Signs Sportsbetting Agreement with GiG

November 25, 2018

The sports betting market in America continues to diversify, as Hard Rock International has teamed up with Gaming Innovation Group. This is just the latest in a long line of sports betting partnerships that aim to provide punters across the United States with more options when it comes to wagering on their favourite teams. The […]

By Tamara Morton

Nevada Considers Mobile Out-of-State Betting

October 17, 2018

The American sportsbetting market continues its expansion, as the state of Nevada is currently considering allow players to make wagers from outside of the state. The decision would certainly help to boost profits across local casinos, but not everyone is on board with these plans. A Contentious Issue The Nevada Gaming Control Board met this […]

By Spencer Harwood

Ireland to Double Gambling Tax

October 3, 2018

Lawmakers in Ireland have made an important yet polarising decision. Their plan to double the current gambling tax could generate an extra €50 million for public spending but bookmakers are worried it could cause irreversible harm to their businesses. Potential Harm for Irish Betting Market In Ireland, there is currently a 1% tax on gambling […]

By Spencer Harwood

First-Ever Deal Signed Between an NHL Team and a Sportsbook

September 19, 2018

The NFL and NBA have quickly embraced the sports betting expansion across America, and now other major leagues are getting involved. The Vegas Golden Knights has now entered into a multi-year partnership with William Hill – the world’s leading betting operator. It is the first deal of its kind in the NHL. Making Big Plans […]

By Dominica Naye

CBS To Avoid Sports Betting Mentions During NFL Games

August 29, 2018

The Supreme Court has paved the wave for legalized sports betting across the country. While gaming operators are eager to get started launching their products, there is some concern over how betting will be portrayed in the media. This week, CBS held an NFL media day during which Sports Illustrated writer Jimmy Traina noted that Sean […]

By Dominica Naye

Planet Oasis to Open New eSports Arena

August 15, 2018

eSports is a burgeoning market in the gaming industry around the world, and we are seeing some big brands react in a big way. Many prestigious venues across the country have opened up eSports arenas, and Planet Oasis is next. Soon, Columbus, OH will be home to one of the biggest eSports venues in the […]

By Dominica Naye

NCAA Studies Effects of Legal Betting on College Sports

July 22, 2018

More and more states are legalizing betting, and sports organizations across the country are concerned about how this move will affect their integrity. To help understand the long-term effects of legalized betting on college sports, the NCAA has announced its plans to launch a study that will take a deeper look at the impact of […]