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We are pleased to present our weekly roundup on American gambling news! We are looking at the week’s highlights in American gambling news, including the most recent news and partnerships. Keep reading to stay up-to-date.
Latest News
Elys Game Technology Corp has announced that its wholly-owned subsidiary Elys Gameboard Technologies LLC was approved by the Ohio Casino Control Commission for Type C gaming proprietor licensure.
Penn Sports Interactive has been granted a temporary mobile betting license for Massachusetts. Following meetings, the US Gaming Commission unanimously granted PSI a Category 3-Sports Wagering Operator Licence.
FanDuel Group is the leading online gaming company in North America. It announced the “Kick of Destiny” campaign, which features Rob Gronkowski (four-time Super Bowl Champion, five-time NFL Pro-Bowler), who will attempt to kick the field goal during a live Super Bowl LVII TV commercial.
Hard Rock International continues its proactive fight against human trafficking through a number of programmes. As part of National Human Trafficking Awareness Day, the company launched its programmes on January 11.
VICI Property Inc. announced it had acquired the real property assets of PURE Casino Edmonton (Edmont, Alberta), PURE Casino Yellowhead (Edmont, Alberta), PURE Casino Calgary (Calgary, Alberta) and PURE Casino Lethbridge (Lethbridge, Alberta) from PURE Canadian Gaming Corp. For an estimated C$271.9million (US$200.8 Million).
Tipico USA Technologies Inc. has announced that it received approval from the Iowa Racing and Gaming Commission to launch and is now available for bets in Iowa.
Partnerships
Jackpocket was launched in Arizona by Circle K. Lottery players can use Jackpocket for a variety online games including Powerball, Mega Millions and Fantasy 5 as well as Pick 3.
Pragmatic play has signed an agreement with BetBastet, an experienced operator. This allows Pragmatic play to further expand its presence in Brazil. Pragmatic Play will continue its expansion in Latin America with the agreement. BetBastet’s customers will be able to access its Slot, Live Casino, and Virtual Sports content. The deals include a range of player-favourite titles, which are proven to increase engagement.
Pollard Bannote Limited announced it had entered into a joint venture operating arrangement with NeoPollard Interactive LLC. It also amended the Michigan Joint Venture Agreement with NeoGames S.A. These agreements strengthen the long-term approach to NPI’s continued success and the operations of its market leaders customers.
Everi Holdings has announced that it was chosen by the British Columbia Lottery Corporation for its Everi Compliance Anti Money Laundering solution to support BCLC’s online gaming and operations.
Brelyon is a MIT spinoff that invented the first ever headset-free virtual display technology. It has partnered with Velocity Esports in order to bring Brelyon Ureality to Velocity locations. These are the best venues for gamers from casual gamers to competitive gamers to esports fans.
Aruze Gaming is a leader in the development of gambling entertainment solutions for global casinos. It announced the launch four Aruze slots titles on BetMGM. BetMGM is a top iGaming operator and sports betting operator.
Exacta Systems continues its expansion of the best-in-class Historical Horse Racing installation base through a new agreement with Wyoming Downs. Wyoming Downs operates fourteen off-track wagering facilities throughout Wyoming.
