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DraftKings Set to Launch Online Sportsbook in Home State of Massachusetts on March 10
DraftKings Inc. announced today plans to launch its top-rated online sportsbook in Massachusetts on March 10, 2023, pending licensure and receipt of regulatory approvals. Upon launch, Massachusetts will become the 21st U.S. state in which Boston-based DraftKings offers its online sportsbook.
Beginning March 10, eligible customers in Massachusetts will have the opportunity to place bets on DraftKings Sportsbook across numerous sports and teams – including on hometown teams with which DraftKings has existing relationships like the Boston Bruins, New England Patriots, New England Revolution and Boston Celtics – as well as events such as the upcoming Men’s and Women’s Division I College Basketball tournaments.
DraftKings also will offer Massachusetts customers exciting and exclusive promotions in addition to providing access to a variety of bet types, such as same-game parlays, player props, special odds, boost selections, and more.
“It was just over 10 years ago when we launched DraftKings from a spare bedroom in Watertown, and now, we are proud to have the opportunity to deliver a safe and legal sports betting product to millions of diehard sports fans across Massachusetts,†said Jason Robins, DraftKings’ co-founder, Chief Executive Officer and Chairman. “This launch will mark a major milestone for our company, and we’re proud to become the hometown sportsbook for customers in the Commonwealth.â€
To celebrate the online sportsbook going live in Massachusetts, DraftKings will be hosting several activations around Boston leading into and after launch, including Boston sports watch parties, a ceremonial bet celebration with DraftKings CEO and co-founder Jason Robins and special guests, and more.
In an effort to raise additional awareness about the arrival of legal online sports betting in Massachusetts, DraftKings is slated to premiere a “Bet Local†commercial starting March 10, featuring notable hometown sports heroes and celebrities, including David Ortiz, Zdeno Chara, Brian Scalabrine, comedian Lenny Clarke and more.
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21VIRAL ADDS BITBLOX CRYPTO PREDICTION GAMES
21VIRAL has confirmed the integration of Bitblox’s unique crypto-price-based games into its platform. This distribution deal allows 21VIRAL access to popular games such as “3 in a Row,” “Up or Down?” and “Up or Down? Turbo.”
In these prediction games, players can guess whether the price of Bitcoin will rise or fall. The timing is particularly favourable, as the recent bull run in cryptocurrencies and heightened mainstream awareness following the US presidential election have contributed to their popularity.
Christoph Härtel, CEO of 21VIRAL, stated, “We are excited to onboard Bitblox Games to our GameConnector platform. These unique games, based on the crypto market, are highly entertaining and engaging, providing our operator partners with an innovative way to attract and retain players across Latin America.”
Brandt Page, CEO of Bitblox Games, added, “Working with the 21VIRAL team has been a pleasure, from our initial discussions to the contract exchange. The fast integration took less than four weeks, which is a significant advantage for any game studio like ours. Speed to market is crucial for optimal distribution of our crypto-prediction games.”
“The recent developments in the US have led to a surge in the crypto market, increasing the demand for our games within the iGaming ecosystem. As awareness of cryptocurrencies continues to grow in mainstream media, we look forward to collaborating with 21VIRAL and expanding our distribution in the Latin American market”.
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Arizona Department of Gaming Releases September Sports Betting Figures
Bettors in Arizona wagered approximately $732 million on sports in September of 2024, according to a new report by the Arizona Department of Gaming. This represents an approximate 20% increase when compared to September of 2023.
The state collected approximately $3.96 million in privilege fees in the month. You can view the full September report on the ADG website: LINK.
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Play’n GO announces partnership with US operator Stardust Casino
Play’n GO content now live with Boyd Interactive-owned brand Stardust in New Jersey and Pennsylvania Â
Play’n GO, the world’s leading casino entertainment provider, has today announced a new US operator partnership with leading brand Stardust Casino.Â
Stardust Casino, owned by Boyd Interactive, will now host Play’n GO content in New Jersey and Pennsylvania, meaning Stardust Casino players in these states will now have access to classic Play’n GO titles such as Piggy Blitz, Fire Joker, and Colt Lightning.Â
Play’n GO entered New Jersey in September 2022, and entered Pennsylvania earlier this year, making a total of five states where it is licensed as a games provider.  Â
Magnus Olsson, Chief Commercial Officer at Play’n GO, commented, “It’s great to join forces with Stardust Casino in New Jersey and Pennsylvania, two of our most important markets globally, not just in the US. The Stardust Casino brand goes back decades in the gaming landscape of the United States, and the introduction of our games to their platform is an exciting prospect for both businesses. Â
“Play’n GO is the world’s leading casino entertainment provider. We set the industry standard for game content and innovation. This partnership is another significant milestone on our journey in the US, and our focus now turns to unlocking the full potential of this partnership for both Play’n GO and Stardust Casino.â€Â
Alexander Angelo, CRM Director, Stardust Casino, added “We’re equally enthusiastic to welcome Play’n GO to the Stardust Casino family, and we’re excited to introduce our players in Pennsylvania and New Jersey to some classic Play’n GO games. We’re determined to offer our players the best online casino gaming experience possible, so adding Play’n GO’s games to our portfolio of over 200 online games was a no-brainer. We’re looking forward to many years of success together.â€Â
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