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Catena Media Partners with Lee Enterprises
Catena Media announced a long-term partnership to provide online sports betting and casino content to Lee Enterprises, one of the largest newspaper publishers in the US.
The collaboration involves Catena Media becoming the exclusive partner for online sports betting and casino gaming content for all of Lee’s brands, serving 77 markets in 26 US states. The partnership will allow Catena Media to further broaden its North American offering of high-quality, digital content addressing online sportsbook and casino gaming.
Lee’s strong local news content will create further growth opportunities for Catena Media in existing states through brands including Buffalonews.com and Tucson.com, part of the Arizona Daily Star. It also provides a springboard in other states ahead of potential market launches, including STLtoday.com in Missouri, and other brands in Texas, Minnesota, Alabama, and North Carolina.
Ryan Harper, Vice President of Catena North America, said: “Lee Enterprises is one of the largest publishers in the US and we are excited to work with them to bring high-quality editorial and advertorial betting content to their readers nationwide. The partnership with Lee allows us to continue to grow and bring our content to a broader audience. Our mission is to make sports betting and casino gaming more accessible and engaging for players, and this new collaboration aligns perfectly with that ambition.”
The three-year deal will see Catena Media work with Lee’s flagship betting product, frontpagebets.com, to publish editorial and advertorial betting content syndicated in select properties. The posts will also be supported through Lee’s social media channels, opening up new audiences for Catena Media.
Joe Battistoni, Vice President of Sales and Marketing at Lee Enterprises, said: “This partnership with Catena Media enables us to expand our offerings in this space. We look forward to working with Catena Media to provide readers with insightful and informative content on online sports betting and casino gaming.”
WWE-Themed Online Casino Games To Be Available in Michigan, New Jersey and Pennsylvania in time for SummerSlam®
WWE, part of TKO Group Holdings, and Fanatics Betting and Gaming, a subsidiary of Fanatics, a global digital sports platform, announced an exclusive multi-year licensing agreement for Fanatics Betting and Gaming to produce and distribute WWE-themed online casino games in the United States.
Under the terms of this agreement, Fanatics Betting and Gaming will have a license to produce WWE-themed online casino games exclusively for Fanatics Casino, which is available on iOS, Android and web in Michigan, New Jersey, Pennsylvania and West Virginia. The officially licensed WWE online casino games will launch at the end of July in time for SummerSlam, which takes place across two nights on Saturday, August 2 and Sunday, August 3 at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey
“We are excited to expand our relationship with WWE to now include an exclusive portfolio of WWE-themed online casino games,” said Ari Borod, Chief Business Officer at Fanatics Betting and Gaming. “This is a natural extension of the WWE-Fanatics partnership which already includes global e-commerce, licensed merchandise, memorabilia, as well as producing and distributing a growing lineup of digital shows.”
Fanatics Game Studios has produced several of the most popular games on Fanatics Casino and will produce the WWE-themed online casino games in partnership with Boom Entertainment and Games Global™. The WWE-themed online casino games will be available at the end of July and will include:
- WWE Blackjack (Boom Entertainment)
- Raw Multiplier Melee (Boom Entertainment)
- SmackDown Big Money Entrance! (Boom entertainment)
- WWE Bonus Rumble Gold Blitz (Games Global)
- WWE Clash of the Wilds (Games Global)
In August to celebrate SummerSlam in New Jersey, the WWE-branded takeover of Fanatics Casino will include exclusive sign up offers from Fanatics and the popular Spin to Win* game will get a very special WWE makeover.
Players are invited to dive into a world of thrills as Fanatics Casino brings the casino floor directly to a customer’s fingertips, whether on-the-go or in front of a computer. Players can explore a wide array of classic and modern casino games, including slots, blackjack, roulette, progressive jackpots and video poker. Fanatics Casino offers a comprehensive and engaging gaming experience with the following features:
- Portfolio of Games: Fanatics Casino has curated a portfolio of games from its in-house development team, as well as the most popular game developers in the world including Light & Wonder, IGT PlayDigital™, Evolution, White Hat Studios, Wazdan and more.
- Unlock the world of FanCash: When you play with Fanatics Casino, players can earn FanCash on every spin, hand or roll – win or lose. Flip your FanCash into Casino Credit, Bonus Bets, exclusive apparel and so much more.**
- Live Dealer Action: Engage with professional dealers in real-time through our live casino feature. Experience the excitement of live blackjack, roulette and baccarat, all from the comfort of your home.
- Responsible Gaming: Fanatics Casino encourages users to play with a plan, using in-app tools like time, deposit and wager limits. Fanatics Casino has also partnered with Birches Health to provide additional support services intended for users with issues managing their play.
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Red Earth Casino Chooses QCI Chatalytics to Enhance Casino Operations with Integrated AI Solutions
Red Earth Casino has chosen Quick Custom Intelligence’s (QCI) Chatalytics platform to revolutionize its casino operations and elevate guest engagement. This AI-powered suite—which includes Slot Copilot, Player Copilot, the Dashboard, and the Robot Button—leverages OpenAI technology to deliver real-time intelligence and streamline decision-making across the gaming floor.
Built to enhance both slot performance and player service, QCI Chatalytics offers a powerful blend of automation and data analytics. Slot Copilot enables real-time slot machine monitoring, predictive performance analytics, and intelligent task assignment. Player Copilot uses behavioral insights to support personalized guest engagement strategies and optimize rewards. The Dashboard provides an intuitive, real-time view of key operational metrics, while the Robot Button automates routine actions—freeing up staff to focus on high-impact guest interactions.
“At Red Earth Casino, we are committed to the strategic adoption of AI across our operations. Our collaboration with QCI Chatalytics is one example of how we’re embracing advanced AI platforms. By integrating this technology alongside several other AI-driven solutions, we’re building a forward-thinking environment that supports smarter decision-making,” said Larry Resick, Marketing Manager for Red Earth Casino.
“We’re proud to bring Chatalytics to Red Earth Casino. By integrating OpenAI’s advanced models into our platform, we’re empowering casino operators with instant insights, intelligent automation, and unprecedented visibility into floor operations. This partnership marks a new era of AI-driven excellence in gaming,” Andrew Cardno, CTO of QCI, said.
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Comanche Nation Entertainment to Expand Comanche Red River Hotel Casino and Comanche Nation Casino Properties
Comanche Nation Entertainment is set to expand both Comanche Red River Hotel Casino and Comanche Nation Casino, setting the stage for a multi-phase expansion that will strengthen its entertainment offerings, boost economic opportunity, and extend its reach across Southwest Oklahoma.
The new expansion will allow for long-term growth of both casino properties. Construction will begin first at Comanche Red River Hotel Casino with a new event center that expands the gaming floor, adds non-gaming amenities and creates new space to host concerts, conferences, and community events.
“This capital improvement marks a strategic milestone for Comanche Nation Entertainment. It gives us room to grow in a smart and sustainable way—creating more value for our guests, our team members and most importantly, Comanche Nation,” said CEO Steven Doyle.
The Comanche Red River Hotel Casino expansion includes approximately 150 additional slot machines, 15 table games, new bar, and food service areas and non-gaming attractions including an arcade and virtual golf suites. The event center will offer flexible seating for 500 to 750 guests and support cross-promotional programming designed to drive longer stays and higher guest engagement.
“Expanding our hotel room capacity and building an event center creates a stronger foundation for long-term profitability. It helps us capture more overnight visitors, extend play time on the casino floor and bring in new audiences for live events and entertainment,” Doyle said.
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