Fantasy Sports Industry News
Fantasy Sports Industry News
Betr Introduces Real Money Fantasy Sports Vertical That Looks a Lot Like Sports Betting
And they just introduced it in a state that ordered Prizepicks and Underdog Fantasy to cease offering a near identical product.
Is Underdog Fantasy a Sports Betting Site? Wyoming Says 'Yes', Orders Them Out
Meanwhile PrizePicks DFS app has now overtaken both the DraftKings and FanDuel DFS products while Underdog Fantasy has conquered FanDuel and nipping at the heels of heels of DraftKings.
Is PrizePicks Really a Sports Betting App? FanDuel Says Yes
"There are companies today posing as fantasy sports operators and they are running illegal sportsbooks" - Cesar Fernandez, Head of US State Gov Relations for FanDuel Sportsbook.
Online Sports Betting vs. Daily Fantasy Sports: What's the Difference?
A recent debate may be riveting and contain some valid points but, as one industry operator recently said, it all comes down to sites like PrizePicks being smart enough to offer a sports betting-like product that doesn't require sportsbook licensing.
Meet Fliff, the New AI Sports Prediction Game That Has One Goal: Destroy the Bookie
It bills itself as the "next generation social sportsbook", a "prediction game that never ends".
PointsBet CCO Reflects on Demise of Monkey Knife Fight Platform He Helped to Build
"I think I'll need some time to fully unpack my feelings but one thing will never change: my undying love (yes love) for all the MKF'ers I had the great fortune to work with and all the incredible partners we collaborated with along the way."
Monkey Knife Fight Website Shut Down
Parent company Bally's slashes the popular DFS website as incoming CEO called the acquisition, made just two years ago, "a mistake".
Luka Prop Bet Controversy: “New PrizePicks Crybabies”?
In recent days there's been plenty of talk within the sports betting community over a gimmick offered up by those primarily in the U.S. regulated market: Offering refunds on player props, often when a player suffers an injury.
Bookie Software That Offers Contests
Contests are a great way to differentiate yourself from other bookies, especially with the Super Bowl and March Madness right around the corner. Using contests to market your sportsbook generates plenty of buzz and referrals.
Can I Bet Sports Using My Mobile Phone While Visiting Las Vegas?
There are a number of ways to place sports bets via your mobile phone while visiting Las Vegas. If you are already registered with a state app, that sportsbook might be licensed in Nevada as well. Some of the biggest, however, are not.
Is PrizePicks Legal in New York?
PrizePicks is legal in New York. It is considered a hybrid daily fantasy game similar to that of DraftKings and FanDuel. It is NOT considered a sportsbook similar to those licensed and regulated in the state or those accessible but are operating offshore, the later of which are available to those 18 and up and allow bets on in-state schools but are browser-based (no apps).
Is PrizePicks Legal in the State of Ohio?
PrizePicks is not legal in Ohio even though sports betting is now fully regulated and offshore sportsbooks have been accessible from the Buckeye state for the better part of two decades now.
FanDuel Continues to Kill It: Outshines the Competition Again
Parlays, synergies between its Daily Fantasy Sports product and sports betting along with a partnership deal with Pat McAfee and Turner Sports has helped FanDuel drive significant revenues for the second quarter of 2022. FanDuel reported a $22 million adjusted EBITDA for the second quarter.
CEO Jason Robins: "DraftKings Inc. Didn’t Come About on the First Try, or Even the Second or Third"
In an incredibly candid post on LinkedIn Thursday, DraftKings CEO admitted that the company took some time to come to fruition. Its DNA can be found at, of all places, Vistaprint.
Spanky: Bookmakers Increasing Limits Often More Telling Than a Major Line Move
Plus, it was ten years today the NFL and other leagues warned us about the ills of sports betting. So what happened? And, Bally's inks deal with New York Yankees.
New York’s Top Court Rules in Favor of Fantasy Sports Bets
New York’s highest court ruled Tuesday that fantasy sports contests like those run by FanDuel and DraftKings are allowed under the state constitution, turning back a challenge to the popular games.
Mojo is an Athlete Stock Market Backed By A-Rod
Former Major League Baseball superstar Alex Rodriguez has joined forces with business partner Marc Lore to take advantage of the regulated sports bettings space in the US.
Can You Bet on FanDuel in Texas?
You are prohibited from betting on the FanDuel app from Texas. But have no fear, alternative sports betting sites are available to those living in or visiting the Lone Star State.
Arizona Collects Over $1,500 in Fantasy Sports Tax in Just Four Days
Arizona collected just under $1,600 in tax revenue during the first four days of fantasy sports contests after they became legal in August.
DraftKings Receives Daily Fantasy Sports License From Louisiana Gaming Control Board
DraftKings Inc. (Nasdaq: DKNG) today announced that it has received a DFS license from the Louisiana Gaming Control Board and its daily fantasy sports product will soon be live in approved parishes in Louisiana.
Sports Betting Beat: Ohio Lawmaker to Introduce Bill, Fantasy Sports Coming to LA
Sen. Kirk Schuring of Ohio is set to introduce a bill that would legalize sports wagering in the Buckeye State. Also, Louisiana expects to have daily fantasy sports contests up and running by the fall.
FanDuel Accused of in Federal Lawsuit of Delaying Real-Time in-App Scores
FanDuel is accused in a federal lawsuit by a user of their gambling app of deliberately deloaying real-time scoring data in an effort to exploit losing gamblers.
Bally's Acquires Monkey Knife Fight Fantasy Game Platform
ATLANTIC CITY, N.J. (AP) — Bally’s continued its acquisition juggernaut Monday, acquiring the daily fantasy sports company Monkey Knife Fight in an all-stock transaction that further widens the fast-growing company’s drive to add casino, online sports betting and media companies.
Providence, Rhode Island-based Bally’s becomes the third U.S. sports betting company to have a daily fantasy sports component, along with DraftKings and FanDuel.
Can I Play the $25 Million Thanksgiving Contest at Draftkings From My State?
Draftkings daily fantasy sports contests are available in most states, with some exceptions we list below. Draftkings sports betting is only available in a handful of US states however
Nic Sulsky of MKF Jumps From Producing Children's Television to Fantasy Sports
Ryan Knupp of Knupp Sports this week sat down with Nic Sulsky of the popular hybrid fantasy sports site Monkey Knife Fight to discuss his entry into the fantasy sports industry.
Draftkings Mired in Controversy Over Ex-Bachelor Collusion Claims: Updates Standings
Fantasy Sports behemoth DraftKings has come under intensive scrutiny after it was revealed that two former "Bachelor" contestants may have engaged in collusion as a means of winning first place in a recent contest.
The Bachelor Stars Respond to Draftkings Collusion Allegations
Jade Roper and Tanner Tolbert have come forward Monday night to address allegations that the two former “Bachelor” contestants colluded and won a million dollars in a Draftings Fantasy Football contest over the weekend.
Ex-Bachelor Contestants Implicated in Daily Fantasy Sports Possible Collusion Scheme
A former contestant on “The Bachelor” won a $1 million fantasy football contest over the weekend at Draftings but controversy is now surrounding the event. Jade Roper-Tolbert is under investigation by the company for potential collusion with her husband, Tanner Tolbert, a known high-volume daily fantasy player.
Monkey Knife Fight Paying One Lucky Affiliate $100K in Race to 1000
Monkey Knife Fight, the hybrid props Daily Fantasy Sports site, will be paying one lucky affiliate $100,000 for being the first to deliver 1000 depositing customers between now (December 2019) and Super Bowl LIV.
Monkey Knife Fight Free Play $100
Monkey Knife Fight, the world's fastest growing daily fantasy sports site, was currently offering up to $100 free based on how much you play this holiday season.
