Prairie Meadows Sportsbook Boosts Iowa Sports Betting Revenue

Prairie Meadows Sportsbook

Iowa launched its first sportsbook on August 15, 2019. Every sportsbook increased their betting handle from August to September. Prairie Meadows accounted for 37% of the state’s betting handle. DES MOINES, Iowa – Iowa’s monthly sports betting revenue for September was released by the Iowa … Read more

Sportradar Acquires Optima, Becomes One-Stop Sports Betting Shop

Sportradar Acquires Optima, Becomes One-Stop Sports Betting Shop

Sportradar is the data distribution partner for the NFL, NBA, MLB, MLS, and NHL. Optima is an international e-gaming and technology provider for sports betting businesses. The acquisition went into effect immediately after it was announced. TALLAHASSEE, Fla.  – Sportradar, the Swiss-based data distribution partner … Read more

Jags Owner On Sports Betting: ‘It’s Going To Drive The Values Of Franchises Up’

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The NFL now has deals with Caesars, Sportradar, and DraftKings, but no direct sports betting partnerships. NFL teams, including the Redskins and Rams, are trying to implement betting-like platforms of their own. Executives of the NFL believe they already get great ratings without sports betting. … Read more

UFC To Launch Live-Betting For Sports Bettors

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UFC Event Centre will be the live betting product released by the UFC and IMG Arena. This new platform will feature numerous wagering options along with all UFC affiliated logos, pictures, and full biographies on all fighters. This product was made to be used within … Read more

U.S. Sports Betting Is Fueling Growth For Penn National Gaming

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In August, Penn National Gaming partnered with four different sports betting companies in order to give them market access in varying states. Penn National Gaming’s stock has risen 1.3% despite the industry having a decline of 13.6% in the past three months. For Q3 of … Read more

FanDuel Now The Official DFS Partner Of The Indianapolis Colts

Colts Fanduel Partnership

FanDuel and The Indianapolis Colts will work together to engage fans using different marketing assets. In 2015, FanDuel signed deals with 15 NFL teams, including the Indianapolis Colts. DraftKings, FanDuel’s top competitor, was recently named the official daily fantasy sports partner of the NFL. INDIANAPOLIS … Read more

Two New Sports Lounges Now Open At Wells Fargo Center

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One of the sports betting lounges is facing the Wells Fargo Center’s bowl. Both sports betting lounges are in partnership with SugarHouse Casino. SugarHouse Casino is rebranding and will become Rivers Casino in the future. PHILADELPHIA – In partnership with SugarHouse Casino, two new sports … Read more

Sports Betting In Georgia Could Be On Next Year’s Ballot

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Georgia’s current gaming laws prohibit all forms of gambling outside of lottery operations. A legal opinion issued out by the GA Legislative Services Committee cites that sports betting in GA may have to be approved by voters in order to totally avoid a lawsuit. The … Read more

West Virginia Sportsbooks Post Record Numbers For September

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Hollywood Casino continues to be the top sportsbook in the state of West Virginia. The week of September 7 accounted for revenue exceeding $1.6 million for the three active books. Mardi Gras Casino and Wheeling Island Casino are still out of operation at the time. … Read more

Ohio Sports Betting Bill Receives 6th Hearing Amid New Amendments

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OH HB 194 is an Ohio sports betting bill that would legalize land-based and online sports wagering. Under the current terms of OH HB 194, the state lottery would be in charge of overseeing sports betting in Ohio. Amendments to the bill include clarification for … Read more