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Hard Rock Bet Now Integrated with Unity Rewards Program
Hard Rock Bet, the online sports betting platform operated by Hard Rock International, has officially joined the company’s Unity rewards program. While Hard Rock Bet will maintain its standalone loyalty program, the integration with Unity offers a dual-benefit system, allowing users to earn points and tier credits through both programs. Hard Rock International, the gaming…
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MGM May Revisit Bid for Entain’s BetMGM Stake
Four years ago, MGM Resorts International (NYSE: MGM) made an offer to acquire Entain Plc (OTC: GMVHY), its partner in BetMGM. Now, at least one analyst believes MGM might revisit such a proposal in 2025. Macquarie analyst Chad Beynon suggested in a recent gaming equities report that MGM could make another play for Entain. The…
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New CRM Tool Revolutionizes In-Game Betting Experience
Optimove, a leading provider of iGaming and sports wagering solutions, has unveiled its new customer relationship management (CRM) tool, OptiLive, designed to enhance the in-game betting experience for sports bettors and gaming operators alike. OptiLive enables sportsbooks to deliver personalized, real-time betting suggestions at scale, leveraging advanced technology to tailor recommendations based on individual player…
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Udinese’s Maduka Okoye Investigated for Yellow Card Fixing
Italian authorities have launched a criminal investigation into Udinese goalkeeper Maduka Okoye following suspicious betting patterns linked to a yellow card he received during a Serie A match against Lazio on March 11. The 25-year-old was booked for time-wasting in the 64th minute, shortly after Udinese secured a second goal in their 2-1 victory at…
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Magic Johnson Could Lead New NBA Team in Las Vegas — Report
NBA legend and Los Angeles Lakers icon Magic Johnson is reportedly being courted by multiple investment groups aiming to bring an NBA franchise to Las Vegas. According to the Daily Mail, Johnson’s track record in sports ownership and business expertise makes him an ideal candidate to spearhead such a venture. Johnson’s sports ownership credentials are…
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Flutter Stock May Surge, Eyeing S&P 500 Inclusion
Flutter Entertainment (NYSE: FLUT) has faced recent headwinds, shedding 7.56% over the past month. The dip followed the company’s announcement that customer-friendly outcomes during the NFL season would impact its Q4 2023 and 2024 results. However, analysts remain optimistic about the stock’s potential. Stifel Analyst Initiates Coverage with “Buy” Rating Stifel analyst Jeffrey Stantial initiated…
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Jontay Porter NBA Betting Scandal: Sixth Arrest Filed
The fallout from the Jontay Porter NBA betting scandal continued on Sunday as poker player Shane Hennen became the sixth person arrested in connection with the case. Hennen was taken into custody at Harry Reid International Airport while attempting to board a flight to Colombia. Authorities reported that Hennen was carrying nearly $10,000 in cash…
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CFTC to Review Crypto.com’s Sports Event Contracts
The Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) is reportedly considering a detailed review of Crypto.com’s recently announced sports event contracts. However, this scrutiny is unlikely to impact the company’s plans to offer derivatives tied to the upcoming Super Bowl. According to Bloomberg, the CFTC is voting on a measure that could subject Crypto.com’s sports event contracts…
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iGaming Legalization Won’t Match Sports Betting Growth
The new year brings hope for expanded iGaming legalization across the U.S., but industry expert Richard Schuetz suggests that progress will not match the rapid pace of online sports betting approvals. In a discussion with Deutsche Bank analyst Carlo Santarelli, Schuetz, CEO of American Bettors’ Voice (ABV), emphasized that state-level approvals for online casinos are…
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Is a Belichick-Brady Reunion with the Raiders in the Works?
Among the most compelling NFL coaching rumors circulating today is the possibility of a reunion between Tom Brady and Bill Belichick in Las Vegas, with the Raiders. Reports suggest that Brady, now a minority owner of the Raiders, reached out to his former New England Patriots coach, urging him to take over the team’s head…