Fanatics, WWE announce sports and entertainment partnership
Summary: Fanatics further expanded its digital presence, announcing a partnership with World Wrestling Entertainment on Monday. The deal comes as Fanatics continues to pursue entry into the legal online sports betting space. Why it matters: While Fanatics hasn’t yet launched an online sportsbook, partnerships such as the one with WWE could point to signs of […]
Sports betting revenues and handle down post-Super Bowl
Summary: Sports betting revenues and handle were down 40% and 17% MoM respectively, but up 17% and 51% annually with around 65% of state results reported, according to Truist Securities’ Interactive Monitor. Why it matters: The post-Super Bowl period explains why the numbers are down. In terms of betting jurisdictions, New York leads with 18% […]
Betsson launches in Colorado
Summary: The Stockholm, Sweden listed operator has launched under the Betsafe brand in Colorado, its first B2C offering in the US. The new offering comes via a market access agreement with Dostal Alley Casino. Why it matters: The launch comes some six months later than planned and will be the 26th sportsbook to operate in […]
Kindred latest operator to receive Ontario igaming license
Summary: Kindred was issued an online gambling license by the Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario (AGCO), allowing the company to offer online casino and sports betting in the province under its Unibet brand. Why it matters: Kindred plans to launch its Unibet brand when the Ontario online gambling market goes live on April 4.The […]
Light & Wonder receives Ontario igaming supplier license
Summary: Light & Wonder (formerly Scientific Games) has received an igaming supplier license from the Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario (AGCO). Why it matters: Light & Wonder will provide its OpenGaming platform to partners in the Ontario market. The company is already licensed to offer its catalog of online casino games in New Jersey, […]