Sportsbook

The latest sportsbook news for the gambling industry.

Study on GlüNeuRStv protections calls on GGL to tackle blackmarket fallout

SBC News Study on GlüNeuRStv protections calls on GGL to tackle blackmarket fallout

German gambling trade bodies of DSWV (sports betting) and DOCV (online casino) have alerted federal authorities of “alarming developments in Germany’s online gambling market” and its failure to protect consumers from being targeted by the black market. The warning follows a study undertaken by economist Günther Schnabl of the University of Leipzig, evaluating the effectiveness of laws and protections of …

Read More »

Betway expands reach to four African territories via Gaming Corps

SBC News Betway expands reach to four African territories via Gaming Corps

Gaming Corps has announced a new partnership with Betway covering four African territories. The deal will now allow Betway customers in Ghana, Nigeria, Tanzania and Zambia to access Gaming Corps’ full games suite. Hailee Cook, Product Manager at Betway Group, highlighted: “We are always looking for ways to grow and improve our online casino offering, and adding Gaming Corps’ high-quality …

Read More »

Three darts players suspended over suspicious betting activity

SBC News Three darts players suspended over suspicious betting activity

Andy Jenkins and Prakash Jiwa are suspended from attending or competing in Darts Regulation Authority (DRA) events whilst an investigation is conducted into suspicious betting on matches played in the Modus Super Series.  The Modus Super Series is an independently run series of events, while the decision was made by DRA Chairman Nigel Mawer.  Meanwhile, the International Betting Integrity Association …

Read More »

Betfred customers hope for snow as new ad reveals £5m festive draw

SBC News Betfred customers hope for snow as new ad reveals £5m festive draw

Betfred has launched its first ever Christmas advert introducing a new £5m festive draw. The bookmaker is going to make five online customers millionaires on the condition that it snows in London on Christmas Day, as set out in its ‘upbeat, feel-good’ campaign created by creative and production agency Zút. Betfred Chief Executive, Joanne Whittaker, commented: “With all the brilliant …

Read More »

Charlotte Hornets fifth in bet365’s American sports portfolio

SBC News Charlotte Hornets fifth in bet365’s American sports portfolio

bet365 has been named the official mobile sports betting partner of NBA team Charlotte Hornets. The Hornets now become the fifth US professional sports team in the Stoke-based operator’s American sports portfolio, joining the Washington Commanders (NFL), Colorado Rockies (MLB), Cleveland Guardians (MLB) and San Antonio Spurs (NBA). The deal marks the first market-access agreement between an operator and a …

Read More »

Betsson’s StarCasinò Sport expands Italian sports footprint

SBC News Betsson’s StarCasinò Sport expands Italian sports footprint

StarCasinò Sport has been revealed as the new kit sponsor of SS Juve Stabia for the 2023/24 season.  The deal sees Betsson Group-owned sports entertainment site further strengthen its presence in southern Italy, after previously becoming a partner of SSC Napoli in Serie A, Palermo FC in Serie B and ACR Messina in Serie C. Stefano Tino, Managing Director of …

Read More »

Pragmatic Play sportsbook debuts via DAZN BET in Spain

SBC News Pragmatic Play sportsbook debuts via DAZN BET in Spain

Pragmatic Play has announced the roll-out of its new sportsbook product through a partnership with DAZN BET in Spain. In detail, the launch will see the operator deliver a full-service igaming solution, sports betting, as well as slots, live casino and virtual sports. Simon Gatenby, CMO at DAZN BET, said: “Pragmatic Play has a reputation for technical and creative excellence, …

Read More »

bet365 hits the treble in renewing US Darts Masters title sponsorship

SBC News bet365 hits the treble in renewing US Darts Masters title sponsorship

bet365 has formed a deal with the Professional Darts Corporation (PDC) for extended sponsorship rights to the US Darts Masters. Enhancing its support of the World Series of Darts and its competitions, the Stoke-based sportsbook has been the title partner of the New York event for two years – since it moved to The Theatre at Madison Square Garden. A …

Read More »

Genius lining up BetVision to meet Europe-style US betting behaviour

Genius lining up BetVision to meet Europe-style US betting behaviour

Genius Sports expects US bettor behaviour to develop broadly in line with that of Europe, and is positioning itself as a data leader in the sector through high-profile partnerships and product innovation.  That was the message CEO Mark Locke related to investors following Genius’ latest quarterly earnings update, shortly before the firm announced a new stateside partnership with FanDuel, the …

Read More »

OlyBet ‘sets new engagement standards’ in enhanced basketball deal

SBC News OlyBet ‘sets new engagement standards’ in enhanced basketball deal

OlyBet has announced an extension of its partnership with Euroleague Basketball, maintaining a visible presence in the European basketball scene The Baltic operator now becomes the premium partner for both the Turkish Airlines EuroLeague and the BKT EuroCup, until the end of the 2024-25 season. Corey Plummer, CEO of OlyBet Group, commented: “We are driven by a shared vision of …

Read More »