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FanDuel partners with Pittsburgh Steelers for DFS

Through the deal, FanDuel will have access to marketing assets such as LED and scoreboard video signage, along with radio, television and digital advertising for its DFS products. The operator’s advertising will be prominently featured at the Steelers’ Heinz Field stadium, with the partnership running throughout the 2019/20 NFL season. Matt King, FanDuel CEO, said: “We

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Penn National sees value in targeted marketing as Q3 revenue rises

The operator reported net income of $43.7m, a rise of 5%, while adjusted EBITDA was $311.6m, up 36%. During the period, Penn National paid $222.6m to real estate investment trusts under triple-net leases, an increase of 93%. Traditional debt decreased 2% to $2.45bn, with the operator attributing this to repayments under its senior secured credit

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Star Casino’s Sydney hotel tower rejected

The operator sought approval to demolish part of its existing complex and construct a new 237-metre tower and podium, consisting of a 220 room, six-star Ritz-Carlton hotel, 204 residential apartments, a basement car park and a neighbourhood centre. The Department of Planning, Industry and Environment concluded the AU$529m (US$360.2m) proposal should be refused because it

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Betsson Group acquires 75% of Brazilian horseracing operator

The deal grants the Swedish operator access to the Brazilian sports betting market ahead of expected online gaming regulation in the country. Betsson has acquired a 75% stake in Suaposta, with Founders Andre Gelfi and Fernando Correa retaining a 25% stake, remaining CEO and CFO respectively. Gelfi said: “We are delighted to announce this agreement

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IMG Arena signs long-term streaming deal with SPFL

The supplier’s five-year agreement with the SPFL commences at the start of the 2020/21 season, which will see content provided to the international betting market. This deal covers the top four tiers of Scottish football, including the Ladbrokes Premiership. To support the partnership, IMG Arena has also signed an agreement with AI-automated sports production company

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Debate: What was the most important moment of 2019 for the gambling sector?

Sweden’s re-regulation – Owain Flanders Although the event of Sweden’s re-regulation occurred on a single day on 1 January, it’s something that has had a lasting and undeniably significant impact throughout the course of the year. As a result, Sweden has made consistent appearances in our headlines month after month, and for that reason it would

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