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DraftKings shares rocket after reported “large new partnership” with ESPN
US-based sports betting operator DraftKings’ shares rose 14% to $18.26 in after-hours trading following report of “large new partnership” with Disney’s sports broadcasting arm ESPN.…
If ESPN won’t sportsbook, will sportsbooks ESPN?
Sportsbooks and media entities have taken plenty of steps towards partnerships since the repeal of PASPA. Media brands, the thinking goes, offer an obvious audience…
DraftKings raises 2020 guidance following Q3 growth
A third quarter in which revenue grew strongly has prompted DraftKings to raise its full year guidance for 2020, though the operator and technology provider’s…
ESPN veteran Ryan Spoon named BetMGM operations chief
BetMGM, the sports betting joint venture between MGM Resorts and GVC Holdings, has appointed Ryan Spoon as its new chief operating officer. Spoon most recently…
Mainstream media’s big bet
Recent months have seen a wave of media outlets pairing up with betting operators, as the US becomes more familiar and comfortable with legal wagering,…
PointsBet appoints Len Mead as new content lead
PointsBet has selected longtime sports media executive Len Mead as its new vice president of content for its US business. Mead, who had previously served…
ESPN to promote William Hill, DraftKings odds through new deal
Sports media giant ESPN has agreed deals with both Caesars Entertainment and DraftKings to showcase odds from William Hill and daily fantasy sports information from…
ESPN opens new Vegas studio at Caesars’ Linq
Sports broadcaster ESPN will strengthen its ties with the US betting industry as it today (24 August) opens its new studio at Caesars Entertainment’s The…
The next generation of gambling affiliates
In the nascent US online betting and gaming sector, traditional igaming affiliates are facing significant competition from major media brands moving onto their patch. Jake…
G2E day 4: Innovation a key reason for non-exclusive data deals says NBA
In his final conference round-up from G2E, Scott Longley reports on the NBA’s aims for sports betting and how the importance of mobile tech in…
State of the Union: Iowa, New York and more
This week’s State of the Union, in partnership with Segev LLP, covers legislative developments in Iowa and New York, as well as New Jersey’s monthly…
Caesars seals sports betting content deal with ESPN
US casino giant Caesars Entertainment has joined forces with sports television network ESPN for an initiative to bring sports betting news and content to fans…