The Maryland Lottery and Gaming Control Commission (MLGCC) recently approved two more Sports Betting licenses to Ocean Downs Casino in Berlin and Hollywood Casino in Perryville after they both met the necessary requirements for sports wagering licenses in the Old Line State.
The pair have joined three other approved applicants – the Live Casino & Hotel in Hanover, the Horseshoe Casino in Baltimore and MGM National Harbor in Oxon Hill to await approval from the Sports Wagering Application Review Commission (SWARC), the group that actually awards the licenses.
John Martin, the Director of the Maryland Gaming Commission issued a press release wherein he commented that they have approved five facilities, and their work is ongoing.
Martin went on to say that they will continue sending applications to the SWARC so that it can make awards and sports wagering can launch by late fall. He added that it is what the public wants and expects, and they are doing everything they can to deliver it.
However, the date of the following SWARC meeting is still unknown.
A scheduled 14th October meeting was just postponed by the SWARC and SWARC representatives have at this point in time not given any indication as to why the meeting was delayed.
Governor Larry Hogan said that no one is pushing harder than him to get sports betting up and running in the State of Maryland
Governor Hogan also said that with Marylanders looking forward to betting on the NFL and March Madness, they now expect the legislature’s Sports Wagering Applicant Review Commission to swiftly approve these licenses.
Kiron Interactive has announced that it has entered into an agreement that will see it going live with leading CIS markets betting group Parimatch to supply it with its portfolio of Virtual Sports and Number Games content.
The award-winning supplier was recently crowned Virtual Sports Supplier of the year and the new deal will help it to continue its global reach.
In terms of the new deal, Parimatch players will have the opportunity to gain access to a selection of games, which will be integrated via BetMan – Kiron’s proprietary omni-channel RGS solution that provides a turnkey plug-and-play virtual games suit for clients.
Steven Spartinos, co-Chief Executive Officer of Kiron, revealed that having their content available through Parimatch is a fantastic opportunity to enhance their exposure in key markets and the seamless integration is testament to the power and flexibility of their BetMan RGS.
The partnership will also see Parimatch players having access to Kiron’s Goal football product, as well as its Dashing Derby horse racing and Platinum Hounds greyhound racing games.
Eugene Saveliev, the Head of Gambling Products of Parimatch Tech said its essential for them to offer their customers the very best in diversity and quality of content and that is exactly what this partnership provides them with.
Saveliev went on to say that Kiron’s products tick all the right boxes for them and they are sure they are going to be a valuable addition to the range of markets their players and bettors have come to expect from Parimatch.
Bally’s Corporation has announced that it has entered into a partnership with Tennessee-based ice hockey team The Nashville Predators in terms of which Bally’s has been named as the team’s Official Sports Betting Partner.
Bally’s has also been designated as the Official Free-to-Play Partner of the National Predators and Bridgestone Arena.
The new deal, which runs through 2025, will see The Nashville Predators having intellectual property rights to Bally’s and also providing them with access to team logos and other content rights.
The deal marks Bally’s first partnership with an NHL Franchise as well as its first with a professional Sports Team in the state of Tennessee.
Chris Junghans, the Executive Vice President and Chief Revenue Officer of Predators, commented that from the moment sports betting launched in Tennessee they have wanted to align with dynamic companies that will help them bring the best fans in sports even closer to the game they all love. He added that they have found just that with Bally’s Corporation and Bally Bet, who they are thrilled to welcome to the pro sports landscape in their state for the first time.
Junghans also said that Bally’s unique approach to content integration and brand alignment through their broadcast partnerships is going to be a game changer and they are excited to be one of the first teams to partner with them on this unique and exciting endeavor.
Bally’s will soon be launching an engaging free-to-play game, Smashville Selector, offering fans an opportunity to compete for unique prizes.
The Bally Bet sportsbook app is scheduled to launch in Tennessee next year.
The National Basketball Association (NBA) has revealed that it has entered into a new multi-year agreement with Tab.
In terms of the agreement the Australian operator will remain as an official NBA betting partner.
The NBA and Tab will carry on providing fans in Australia with new gaming experiences that will be introduced across the NBA websites and NBA platforms including the NBA app and its social media accounts.
Tab will act as a presenting partner for the localized version of NBA’s free-play NBA Pick’eEm for the prediction game.
Tabcorp, the parent company of Tab, announced a partnership in 2019 that brought NBA TV to Tabcorp’s Sky Channel into entertainment and retail establishments by the thousands in Australia.
The increasing partnership is dependant on the co-operation of betting media, with betting and real NBA touch-points across over an approximate 4,400 locations.
Adam Rytenskild, Managing Director of Tabcorp Wagering & Media, commented that NBA is one of the world’s leading sports organizations.
He added that the NBA’s popularity in Australia continues to grow, especially among younger viewers.
Rytenskild also said that they are focused on racing and this partnership enhances Tab’s sports offerings, betting and racing new customers. He added that they look forward to working with the NBA team to provide their customers with unique services through great products, promotions and content.
Scott Levy, Executive VP and Managing Direct of NBA Asia, said that this NBA season is ready to become an even more thrilling basketball showcase.
Levy went on to say that together with Tab, to deepen their engagement with many of Australia’s passionate NBA fans who are interested in the game, they provide the best possible gaming experience.
Leading global online gambling operator Betway is pleased to announce that it has entered into a multi-year partnership with National Basketball Association team the Dallas Mavericks that will see it becoming the official and exclusive free-to-play partner of the NBA side.
In terms of the agreement signed by the parties, Betway will be secured branding rights and will have its’ betting platform’s logo shown on a range of surfaces around the court inside the team’s American Airlines Center home arena.
Ryan Mackay, Dallas Mavericks Senior Vice President of Corporate Sponsorships, commented on the partnership by saying that Betway has been a phenomenal partner from the beginning, working with them to navigate this industry in a state where there are still many uncertainties yet potential for massive growth.
Mackay went on to say that they look forward to providing tremendous value to both Betway and their fans.
Anthony Werkman, the company’s Chief Executive Officer, said that continuing the growth of the Betway brand in the US, they are delighted to be partnering with the Dallas Mavericks.
He added that the Mavs are a globally recognized team that will help promote the Betway name around the world.
Werkman also said that they are excited to be showcased to their amazing fan-base whose loyal support helped the Mavs achieve the outstanding record for the longest run of sold-out games in major league sports.
The announcement comes after Betway entered into partnerships with five other NBA teams earlier this year.