NFL Betting and Fan Engagement in Europe: A New Era of Global Growth
The recent announcement that Paddy Power has become the official sportsbook partner of the NFL in the UK and Ireland is a clear sign of where the league’s international journey is headed. This moment is not just about one deal; it’s about the larger story of NFL betting and fan engagement in Europe and beyond. […]
SIS and Hollywoodbets Expand Live Numbers Betting in Africa
The collaboration between SIS (Sports Information Services) and Hollywoodbets is taking a significant step forward with a long-term agreement to enhance live numbers betting in Africa. This partnership introduces SIS’ engaging39’s and Fast 15’s live draw products to Hollywoodbets’ platform, offering players fast-paced, high-frequency betting options designed to captivate and retain audiences across the continent. […]
NPFL Betting Scandal Investigation Deepens: League Targets Integrity
The Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) is intensifying its efforts to address the NPFL betting scandal investigation, as concerns over illegal betting and potential match-fixing continue to challenge the league’s integrity. Recent developments have prompted the NPFL to expand its probe, with plans to question additional players to ensure the competition remains fair and transparent. […]
Pragmatic Play US Sweepstakes Exit: California’s Legal Pressure Reshapes the Market
The Pragmatic Play US Sweepstakes Exit is more than just another headline in the ever-changing gaming industry—it is a clear marker of how swiftly the regulatory and commercial dynamics around sweepstakes casinos are shifting in the United States. As an advisor who has watched the industry evolve for decades, I see this move as part […]
Sign Up for ARENA Webinar Series: Stephen Crystal on The Convergence of Sports, Entertainment & Gambling – September 3rd at 3 PM ET
Why Attend This Webinar? Sports, entertainment, and gambling are no longer separate industries—they are converging into a new global arena. This webinar, led by Stephen Crystal, Founder & CEO of SCCG Management, explores how the fusion of these sectors is reshaping fan engagement, technology adoption, and revenue opportunities. Attendees will gain insights into the strategies […]
Sports Prediction Markets Gain Momentum as Underdog and Crypto.com Team Up to Join the Trend
The momentum behind sports prediction markets continues to build, with Underdog and Crypto.com becoming the latest operators to enter the space. Their collaboration represents another sign that this once-niche product is moving into the mainstream of sports gaming and entertainment. Expanding Access Through Partnership Underdog, best known for its fantasy sports platform, has partnered with […]
Funzpoints Restricts Connecticut and Maryland Access: What Players Need to Know
Why Funzpoints Restricts Connecticut and Maryland Access Funzpoints restricts Connecticut and Maryland access as of August 27, 2025, marking a major development in the sweepstakes casino space. The decision was driven by regulatory shifts unique to each state. In Connecticut, new laws now impose stricter oversight on sweepstakes casinos, effectively banning platforms unless they obtain […]
California Sweepstakes Casino Ban Advances to Senate Floor for Key Vote
Understanding the California Sweepstakes Casino Ban The California Sweepstakes Casino Ban, outlined in Assembly Bill 831 (AB 831), is at the center of one of the most significant gaming debates in the state. The bill seeks to prohibit online sweepstakes platforms that use dual-currency models such as Gold Coins and Sweeps Coins to offer casino-style […]
Ontario iGaming Wagering Spikes 24% in July: Here’s What’s Leading the Surge
A Strong Start to Ontario’s Second Quarter Ontario iGaming wagering spikes 24% year-over-year in July, signaling a powerful start to the province’s second quarter of 2025. Online casino gaming dominated the landscape, generating $6.3 billion in wagers and accounting for nearly 89% of the month’s activity. That performance made July one of the strongest months […]
North Carolina Lawsuit Over Predatory Gambling Practices Highlights Growing Legal Scrutiny
The North Carolina Predatory Gambling Lawsuit A North Carolina man has filed a lawsuit against several gaming operators, accusing them of exploiting his gambling addiction through predatory practices. The case, brought in Federal District Court, targets ARB Gaming, BSServices OU, and Affirm Inc., and alleges that these companies used online platforms marketed as sweepstakes but […]