Colorado effort to improve problem gambling funding

Brianne Doura-Schawohl on LinkedIn: Colorado Problem Gaming Funding Bill Passes Senate, Draws Criticism“We’re pleased to see Colorado has decided to address this long-neglected, important public health issue. That being said, we don’t feel that this is an appropriate way to go about it,” said Brianne Doura-Schawohl, a consultant who represented the National Council on Problem […]

Kentucky Derby handle up 25%

@ChrisLynchNJ: Impressive numbers out of Churchill Downs with total Derby week handle up 25% from last year and 14% from 2019. Horse racing was a surprising beneficiary from COVID and gains are starting to see more permanent than previously thought $CDI

Fixed-odds horseracing is live in New Jersey at Monmouth Park

Summary: Bettors at Monmouth Park can now place fixed-odds wagers on races via self-service terminals at Monmouth Park and will soon be able to do the same statewide online or through a mobile app powered by Betmakers. Why it matters: In August 2021, New Jersey became the first US state to legalize fixed-odds horse race […]

Better Collective to acquire Spotlight Sports Group

Summary: Better Collective has emerged as the favorite to acquire Spotlight Sports Group, a sports betting affiliate and data provider. Why it matters: Better Collective has been on a major acquisition spree in recent months and currently owns US-focused outlets such as Action Network, RotoGrinders and VegasInsider. It also runs many European-focused affiliate websites.According to […]