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Genius Sports Strengthens Its Innovation with Key Acquisition Genius Sports Limited, a prominent partner in data, technology, and broadcasting for sports and betting industries, has successfully acquired Sports Innovation Lab, a leader in data analytics and fan insights. Combining Strengths to Transform Sports Media On September 18, Genius Sports completed the acquisition of Sports Innovation […]

New Leadership Roles Announced at MGM Resorts MGM Resorts International, a leader in casino and hospitality, has recently announced significant changes to its executive leadership team. The company has promoted from within to fill critical roles including a new Chief Operating Officer (COO) and a Chief Commercial Officer (CCO) who will also serve as President […]

Arizona Department of Gaming Issues Warning During Responsible Gaming Education Month The Arizona Department of Gaming (ADG) has alerted residents to exercise caution when choosing gambling websites. In recognition of Responsible Gaming Education Month, the department emphasized the importance of avoiding unlicensed or offshore gambling platforms. Risks of Using Unregulated Gambling Websites According to the […]

ACMA Intensifies Efforts to Combat Illegal Gambling The Australian Communications and Media Authority (ACMA) continues its commitment to enforcing the country’s gambling regulations established under the Interactive Gambling Act 2001. Recently, ACMA has targeted five online casino platforms by implementing blocks through Internet Service Providers (ISPs) as a means to restrict access to these unauthorized […]

Officer’s Betrayal of a Sick Colleague A police officer from Long Island stands accused of betraying the trust of a fellow officer battling a serious illness. Instead of investing $200,000 entrusted to him for a business venture, the 39-year-old officer identified as L.C. allegedly spent the funds on gambling, subscriptions to adult websites, and a […]

New Concerns Raised Over ASA’s Handling of Gambling Advertising The Advertising Standards Authority (ASA) has come under criticism from Peers for Gambling Reform (PGR) for not effectively addressing gambling advertisements on social media platforms. In a strongly worded letter dated 11 September, PGR accused the ASA of repeatedly postponing action against “content marketing,” which promotes […]

Macbet Halts Betting on Arena Racing Tracks Independent bookmaker Macbet has decided to stop offering bets on tracks managed by the Arena Racing Company (ARC). This move comes as a response to ARC’s change in its data fee structure, shifting from a fixed charge to a turnover-based model. Macbet made the announcement through its social […]

LiveScore Group Joins Forces with X and xAI LiveScore Group, the company behind the well-known LiveScore Bet sports betting brand, has announced a significant new collaboration with X and xAI. This partnership aims to revolutionize the integration of sports media with betting, shaping the future landscape of both industries. Enhancing Sports Experiences with X’s Real-Time […]

Introduction to EGBA’s Safety Initiative The European Gaming and Betting Association (EGBA) is championing a new European standard aimed at reducing harm in online gambling. This initiative is designed to unify efforts across the continent to make gambling safer and minimize related risks. Developing Universal Harm Indicators Recently, the EGBA has requested that national standardization […]

Comparing Sports Betting Trends in the US and Canada Sports hold a significant place in both the United States and Canada, making sports betting a notable activity in these countries. However, recent research reveals that Americans engage in sports betting much more frequently than Canadians. Key Findings from a Recent Survey Leger conducted an online […]