FOX Sports Partners with Sportradar for Data
FOX Sports will team sports data provider Sportradar in what it says is an attempt to push the boundaries of data-driven sports coverage. Sportradar is developing new research tools, data products and machine learning technology that will enable FOX Sports broadcasters to bolster in-game and digital content with real-time and historic sports data via API, the network said in a press release.
DraftKings CEO Outlines Sports Betting Preparations
DraftKings CEO Jason Robins (l.), speaking in a recent interview, said the company began preparing to offer sports betting as soon as the U.S. Supreme Court announced it would hear New Jersey’s challenge to PASPA, the federal ban on sports betting. When the high court overturned the ban, DraftKings launched sports betting in New Jersey where it is now bringing in 80 percent of the company’s business in the state.
Florida Legislators Assess Amendment 3 Impact on Sports Betting
Now that Florida voters approved the Voter Control of Gambling amendment by 71 percent, state legislators are trying to interpret how it would affect sports betting. Incoming Senate President Bill Galvano (l.) said lawmakers may approve and regulate it. But John Sowinski of Voters In Charge said sports betting legislation would be unconstitutional.
Former Centaur Officials Buy Gary Riverboats
Former Centaur Gaming executives Rod Ratcliff and John Keeler formed Spectacle Entertainment to purchase Majestic Star Casino I and II (l.) in Gary, Indiana. Spectacle hopes to relocate one casino within Gary and move the other license elsewhere in the state. The transaction, if approved by the Indiana Gaming Commission, would close in first quarter 2019.
North Carolina Eyes Sports Betting
North Carolina, a state that has traditionally shunned expanded gaming is getting serious about sports betting. State Senator Phil Berger thinks it’s time to at least talk about it. David Tepper (l.), owner of the NFL’s Panthers, believes it’s inevitable.
Tesuque Casino Opens Next to Santa Fe Opera House
The Pueblo of Tesuque in New Mexico last week opened the Tesuque Casino next to the Santa Fe Opera House. The casino has 800 slots and ten tables. It replaces the tribe’s previous casino, the Camel Rock casino, which was half the size of the new one.
$280 Million ESports Complex Opens in China
An “eSports town” complex has opened in Hangzhou in China and will host events sponsored by LGD Gaming. The complex is operated by the Hangzhou city government and took $280 million to build.
PA Bill Would Funnel Sports-Betting Money to Homeowners
A bill introduced to the Pennsylvania General Assembly would funnel all state tax revenues from sports betting to the state Property Tax Relief Fund.
‘Destination’ Pot Shop Opens in Vegas
Located within sight of the Strip, Planet 13 (l.)—all 40,000 square feet of it—offers everything a head could want, from a huge assortment of leaf to an array of edibles and vapes. Built at a cost of $8 million, its backers say it’s the largest retail marijuana dispensary in the world.
iGaming Promotions Offer Many Ways to Win Extra Holiday Cash
NetEnt Games, available at several New Jersey online gaming sites, is hosting its Big Holiday Giveaway, offering $200,000 in cash and bonuses. VirginCasino.com and GoldenNuggetCasino.com are also hosting holiday-themed promotions. Here’s a rundown.
Turbo Games, Shootouts, Timed Tournaments Give Poker Players a Variety of Events
iGaming sites offer a variety of different types of poker tournaments. From No Limit Hold’em and Sit & Gos, and Turbo Games and Shootouts, there’s something for everyone. We have an overview of some of the tournament varieties.
NJ’s PlaySugarHouse.com Thanksgiving NFL Betting Breakdown
Thanksgiving is prime football season and PlaySugarHouse.com has picked some of the best betting angles for the holiday.
