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We are back with our weekly update of American gambling news! We will be reviewing the highlights of the American gambling sector, including the latest news and partnerships. Keep up to date by reading on.
Latest News
WynnBET has announced that their online casino and sports betting platforms are now live in West Virginia. WynnBET is available on both the Apple Store and Google Play Store. WynnBET has operations in 11 states, including West Virginia. It is also the third state to offer its online casino.
The Peru Gaming Show 2023 took place in Lima from June 14-15. It was a fantastic industry gathering, and an extensive performance show that showcased all the latest and greatest for the Peruvian Market. NOVOMATIC was prominently displayed, showcasing the latest gaming technologies and trends for the industry’s future.
Super Group has announced its addition to the Russell 2000 Index. Super Group officially joined the Russell 2000 Index after the close on Friday, 23 June 2023. Super Group, in addition to the Russell 2000 Index will be automatically included in the Russell 3000 Index.
Betr Holdings has announced a $35M Series A2 financing round, valuing its company at $300M before money. The company conducted a series of initial closes for its Series A2 financing round in Q2 with a final closure scheduled in Q3. The round was co-led jointly by Roger Ehrenberg, via IA Sports Ventures, Eberg Capital and Fuel Venture Capital. Fuel increased their investment in Betr, from $10M to $20M.
At the recent Freedom Awards Benefit held at the Prince George Ballroom, New York City, the Seminole Tribe of Florida received a Freedom Award by PACT (Protect All Children From Trafficking). PACT is a new name for ECPAT-USA.
Partnerships
The BIG3 has announced that they have signed a partnership with PrizePicks – the largest skill-based daily fantasy sports operator in North America – to become BIG3’s daily Fantasy provider and to further the convergence between basketball, hip-hop, and fantasy sports.
Betsson secured its largest marketing commitment in the Argentinean market by becoming the shirt sponsor for Boca Juniors. Betsson agreed on definitive terms to be the Chief Sponsor of Boca Juniors, whose matchday shirt had been sponsor-less from July 2022. Betsson has agreed to pay $7.5m for its brand to appear on the front of Boca Junior’s matchday shirt over the next 18-month period.
International Game Technology has announced that Santan Mountain Casino, in Chandler, has opened with a variety of IGT gaming solutions. IGT ADVANTAGE will be used to connect more than 800 slot machines on the gaming floor. This includes a selection of IGT games that have been proven in the field.
Jackpocket teams up with comedian Scott Rogowsky for the first live game of the company. Rogowsky, the host of HQ Trivia and the creator and original host, will be the host and executive producers for Jackpocket Live. This brand new entertainment experience is launching on the Jackpocket App later this year.
