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Major League Baseball Names FanDuel A New Official Sports Betting Partner in North America

As fans eagerly await the return of baseball, Major League Baseball (MLB) and FanDuel Group, the premier online gaming company in North America, today announced a multi-year partnership making its industry-leading sportsbook a co-exclusive Official Sports Betting Partner of MLB. FanDuel will have the right to use official MLB branding and category designations both in its products, including FanDuel’s Sportsbook, Daily Fantasy and FanDuel Faceoff platforms and in its marketing campaigns. FanDuel has worked with Major League Baseball as an Authorized Gaming Operator of the league since 2019.
Starting this season, FanDuel will bring fans’ viewing and wagering experiences closer than ever before by streaming MLB.TV’s Free Game of the Day through both FanDuel’s sportsbook app and on FanDuel’s OTT platform FanDuel+ (local blackout restrictions apply). The company will also have the right to use highlights both in product and as part of original programming on FanDuel TV. The partnership will also create new opportunities for MLB and FanDuel to collaborate on projects for other sponsor partners of both FanDuel and MLB platforms, as well as to work together to bring consumers new sports betting product innovations to drive deeper fan engagement.
“As one of the top sportsbooks in America, FanDuel has been an industry leader in innovative fan engagement opportunities while also reminding them of the importance of doing it responsibly,” said Kenny Gersh, MLB Executive Vice President, Media & Business Development. “These key priorities of unique fan engagement and responsible gambling align with our focus from the league level and make FanDuel a natural partner to collaborate with as an Official Sports Betting Partner.”
“The baseball fan is one of the most engaged in all of sports, which is why we’re delighted to be the new sports betting partner of Major League Baseball. Our team is eager to showcase FanDuel in nationally broadcast MLB games and help enhance game narratives and bring America’s Pastime directly into our mobile app and OTT platform for fans to watch and wager,” said Christian Genetski, President, FanDuel Group. “We’re also very excited about the opportunity to work together with MLB on new betting product innovations that will give customers the opportunity to enhance their experience on every pitch from March until October.”
FanDuel also believes it’s critical to lead from the front on responsible gambling (RG) and safer play. FanDuel will continue these efforts through this in partnership with Major League Baseball. As part of this agreement, the two companies plan to drive greater advocacy and awareness of the importance of gambling responsibly. For more information on FanDuel Group and the commitment to responsible play please visit https://www.fanduel.com/playwell.
MLB is committed to ensuring that fans who choose to wager also have the tools and resources necessary to bet responsibly. As such, MLB is a partner to the American Gaming Association’s (AGA) Have A Game Plan.® Bet Responsibly.™ public service campaign to educate fans and broaden the league’s responsible gaming efforts. MLB also has an expanded partnership with the National Council on Problem Gambling (NCPG), serving as a Platinum Member and a part of the group’s Leadership Circle.
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Fanatics Betting and Gaming, Boyd Gaming Announce Missouri Partnership

Fanatics Sportsbook Plans To Launch Online Statewide, Open Retail Sportsbooks Serving Kansas City and St. Louis Markets –
Today, Fanatics Betting and Gaming announced that it is partnering with Boyd Gaming Corporation in the state of Missouri.
Under the terms of their multi-year agreement, Fanatics Sportsbook will operate mobile sports betting under Boyd’s sports betting license in Missouri. The companies will open Fanatics-branded retail sportsbooks at Boyd’s Ameristar Casino Hotel Kansas City and Ameristar Casino Resort and Spa St. Charles, located near St. Louis. Fanatics plans to launch its online and retail betting products with the debut of regulated sports wagering in Missouri this December, contingent upon receipt of all required regulatory approvals.
Upon launching this December, sports fans across Missouri will be able to download the Fanatics Sportsbook on iOS and Android and begin their Fanatics experience. Winning Hits Different in Missouri on Fanatics Sportsbook with up to 10% FanCash back on every bet, win or lose; Fair Play™ injury protection; and events and experiences that only Fanatics can pull off.
The Fanatics Sportsbook retail locations at the two Ameristar casinos in Missouri will cater to guests looking to enjoy the ultimate sportsbook experience, offering legal betting markets for all major sports including professional and college football, basketball, hockey, baseball, tennis, soccer, golf, MMA, boxing and more. All development and trading of sports betting markets will be done in-house by Fanatics.
For more news and information on the pending launch of legal sports betting in the state of Missouri, follow the Fanatics Sportsbook social channels on X @FanaticsBook and on Instagram @FanaticsSportsbook.
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Belatra partners with bplay to strengthen LatAm presence

Belatra Games, the specialist online slots developer, has partnered with LatAm-focused operator bplay to strengthen its presence in the region.bplay is renowned as a pioneer in Argentina’s iGaming industry thanks to an omnichannel strategy that delivers safe, engaging, and seamless entertainment.
Belatra’s games will be integrated into the operator’s casino lobby and will grant bplay’s players instant access to an extensive suite of content. Games within Belatra’s collection include Blast the Bass, Cyber Gypsies, Bears Tricks and recently released Voodoo Coins.
Lucila M. Barletta, Belatra Games’ Head of Accounts LatAm commented: “Partnering with bplay exemplifies our commitment to delivering exceptional player experiences in key Latin American markets. bplay is a force in the region, and we’re looking forward to a long and successful collaboration.”
Leopoldo Saravi, Gerente Producto, bplay: “Belatra is brilliant at producing engaging content that instantly connects with LatAm players. Bringing its extensive portfolio of games onto our platform ensures we continue to meet the evolving needs of our knowledgeable audience.”
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Octoplay partners with Rush Street Interactive to bring its popular casino games to BetRivers players in New Jersey

Octoplay continues its rapid expansion in North America by going live in New Jersey with Rush Street Interactive, Inc. (NYSE: RSI) (“RSI”), a leading online casino and sportsbook operator.
Already live with RSI in Ontario, Canada and Mexico, this strategic collaboration now brings Octoplay’s innovative game portfolio to RSI’s extensive player base in New Jersey, strengthening the company’s US position in the world’s largest iGaming market.
Through BetRivers, Rush Street Interactive’s licensed online gaming platform, players in New Jersey will gain access to eight of Octoplay’s most popular titles, including fan favorites 777 Hot Reels: Supercharged and Juicy Rolls: Feature Frenzy. This entry into New Jersey expands the company’s footprint, with Octoplay now holding 12 active licenses in the UK, Italy, Sweden, the Netherlands, Denmark, Romania, Belgium, Greece, Malta, Ontario, Slovakia, and provisional licenses in Michigan and New Jersey.
“Partnering with Rush Street Interactive represents a significant milestone in our North American growth trajectory,” says Ralitsa Georgieva, Director of Business Development at Octoplay.
“We’re excited to partner with Rush Street Interactive and to build a meaningful and long-term partnership together.”
Richard Schwartz, CEO of Rush Street Interactive, adds, “Octoplay has an innovative approach to content development that made this partnership a great fit for our BetRivers platform. Their strong performance and focus on quality complement our commitment to delivering the best gaming experiences to our players.”
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