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BetMGM, Philadelphia 76ers renew official sports betting partnership

BetMGM renews partnership with the Philadelphia 76ers as an Official Sports Betting Partner

BetMGM, a leading sports betting and iGaming operator, announced a multi-year extension with the Philadelphia 76ers, where BetMGM will continue as an Official Sports Betting Partner of the team.

SportsbookWire reported the original deal between the two in December, 2020.

The renewal of the deal includes the addition of BetMGM VIP fan experiences and watch parties and increased courtside signage at Wells Fargo Center. The signage will be featured throughout the arena, including on the video board, courtside LEDs and the grandstand. Customers of BetMGM in Pennsylvania and New Jersey will have exclusive access to a 50 percent live odds boost token to use during 76ers games.

“This extension allows us to further enhance the gameday experience for fans, in the arena and at home,” said Matt Prevost, Chief Revenue Officer, BetMGM. “We look forward to continuing our rewarding relationship with the 76ers this season and beyond.”

The 76ers will also feature BetMGM content on their social platforms and e-mail campaigns.

76ers Chief Revenue Officer Katie O’Reilly said, “We’re joining forces again with BetMGM to promote another opportunity for fans to embrace competition, just in time for the new season. We are thrilled to build on our continued success here in the Philadelphia market and offer our unique experiences for BetMGM customers and 76ers fans alike.”

MGM Resorts’ Borgata Hotel Casino & Spa, located in Atlantic City, will continue as an “Official Away Game Host of the 76ers.” There, invited guests will be hosted to VIP watch parties featuring appearances by alumni of the 76ers as well as merchandise giveaways and more.

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‘You Better You Bet’ scores, Audacy agrees to 2 deals to boost audience

Audacy inks content distribution agreements to bolster reach of BetQL Network’s ‘You better you bet.’

It’s sports betting conversation like you’ve never heard before.

Audacy announced two distribution partnerships to extend the reach of sports betting live show and podcast You Better You Bet, hosted by Nick Kostos and Ken Barkley.

Audacy agreed to deals with SiriusXM and interactive sports network Stadium to broadcast You Better You Bet.

To listen to Kostos and Barkley discuss everything from the best bets, latest line movement, bad beats and updates in the futures market, check out SiriusXM (channel 217, XM channel 205) Monday through Friday 3 p.m. to 7 p.m. ET, and Stadium Monday through Friday 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. ET.  

“We’re thrilled to announce these strategic agreements with Stadium and SiriusXM, which will significantly expand the reach of ‘You Better You Bet,’ solidifying its position as the No. 1 sports betting podcast in the U.S.,” BetQL Network VP Mitch Rosen said in a news release.

“Our commitment to delivering top-tier sports betting entertainment to a wider audience has never been stronger, and we look forward to introducing Nick and Ken to new audiences across multiple touchpoints nationwide.” 

BetMGM is the exclusive sportsbook of BetQL Network.

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Tipico Sportsbook partners with Columbus Crew

Tipico Sportsbook becomes the official and exclusive sports betting partner of the Columbus Crew.

As Ohio inches closer to making legal sports betting a reality, sportsbook operators and teams have begun partnerships. The Columbus Crew announced a long-term agreement with Tipico Sportsbook, a global sportsbook operator who is already active in New Jersey and Colorado — and soon, Iowa. Tipico Sportsbook becomes the official and exclusive sports betting partner of the Columbus Crew.

Tipico Sportsbook, pending appropriate licensing and regulatory approvals, plans to launch their mobile sportsbook in Ohio.

Through the partnership, Tipico Sportsbook will receive entitlement rights to marquee Columbus Crew assets, where you’ll soon find the Tipico Beer Garden and Tipico Club (formerly Rail Club), as well as brand integration throughout Lower.com Field.

“We are thrilled to announce our partnership with a highly respected global brand and passionate soccer enthusiast in Tipico,” said Haslam Sports Group Chief Operating Officer David Jenkins. “As they make their foray into Ohio, our long-term agreement with Tipico represents an exciting development for Crew supporters and sports fans in Central Ohio and throughout the state. Providing a world-class experience for supporters is at the core of what we do and so we look forward to increasing fan engagement opportunities in Columbus and throughout Ohio through this partnership.”

Also see: Tipico Sportsbook gains Iowa and Indiana market access

The Crew begin their 27th MLS season February 26, 2022.

Also included within the partnership, the two parties will have joint community programming and develop a wide variety of digital content and engagement. Tipico also plans, subject to licensing and forthcoming regulations, to announce opportunities for registered users, including compelling promotions, giveaways and customer sweepstakes through collaborative programs and co-created club activations.

“We are incredibly excited to team up with The Columbus Crew, a premium brand with championship DNA, to introduce our Tipico sports betting experience to players in the Buckeye state,” said Adrian Vella, CEO, Tipico U.S. “The mid-west will play an important role as we continue our multi-state expansion in 2022, and we could not have asked for a better partner to help us introduce the Tipico brand and our proprietary technology to sports bettors in Ohio and beyond.”

Editor’s note: Tipico Sportsbook is also the official sports betting and iGaming partner of Gannett, the parent company of SportsbookWire.

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Tipico launches online casino in New Jersey

Tipico launches online iGaming casino in New Jersey.

The online casino space has added a new player in the United States. Tipico, a global sportsbook operator, has launched its first U.S.-based online casino in New Jersey, where consumers in the New Jersey market can participate in the iGaming experience. Tipico has partnered with Ocean Casino Resort for New Jersey licensing.

“After many months of investment and hard work by our growing team of developers, we are excited to announce today that the Tipico online casino is now live in New Jersey,” said Adrian Vella, Tipico US CEO in a release from the company. “With a growing number of U.S. states open or regulating legal online casino activity–driving an average of $100 million in gross gaming revenue each month per state­–this addition to our suite of products will be a key driver of growth for Tipico in North America in 2022.”

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Tipico’s online casino will feature popular games and titles, including: 88 Fortunes and Monopoly. New Jersey consumers will be introduced to an expanded library of high stakes slots, jackpot games, live dealer, classic table games, leaderboards and much more over the coming months as the iGaming experience continues to grow.

New Tipico users in New Jersey will also have access to a casino deposit match welcoming offer; terms and conditions apply. With single sign-on feature tied to the Tipico Sportsbook, users can login with their existing credentials to take advantage of various daily promotions, including free spins, deposit reload offers, risk-free play and more.

“With a portfolio of classic and popular games, the Tipico iGaming platform is a natural complement to our sportsbook” Vella added. “We are confident that this seamless, multi-state single-sign-on expansion of our product suite will advance our ability to acquire high quality players in New Jersey and beyond, and retain them for the long-term as we roll out frequent new features.”

Pending future market access, regulatory approvals and local legislation, Tipico plans to take their online casino product to more states during 2022.

Tipico Sportsbook is available in New Jersey and Colorado; they’ll be entering new markets soon, too. In September, they announced an agreement with Caesars Entertainment which will provide online market access to Iowa and Indiana. They expect to launch their mobile sportsbook in those states in the coming months.

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Tipico Sportsbook partners with Caesars Entertainment

Looking into Tipico Sportsbook’s partnership with Caesars Entertainment.

Tipico Sportsbook announced Monday a 10-year partnership with Caesars Entertainment. The deal includes a 10-year renewal term and provides Tipico with immediate access to launch an online sportsbook in Indiana and Iowa, pending licensing and approvals. Tipico would then have a path to expand into additional states in the future.

In Indiana, Tipico will be partnering with Harrah’s Hoosier Park Racing & Casino. The Iowa partner of Tipico will be Isle Casino Hotel Bettendorf. Tipico will also gain certain rights to iGaming market access, pending legislative approval in each state.

“We are excited to announce Tipico’s multi-state market access partnership with Caesars Entertainment, which marks an important step as we continue to expand our U.S. footprint,” said Adrian Vella, CEO, Tipico U.S. “We look forward to establishing our brand presence in the mid-west, and introducing our highly scalable, proprietary multi-state sports betting experience to players in Indiana and Iowa.”

Tipico, a global sportsbook operator and the German market leader, is currently live in Colorado and New Jersey with seamless cross-state experience in a single mobile app. The sportsbook announced a five-year partnership with Gannett in July 2021, and announced last week its intention to open a technology hub in Denver, Col.

“This new market access agreement with Caesars Entertainment is another exciting step forward for Tipico as we continue to connect with more U.S bettors,” said Tipico’s VP of Business Development and Strategy, Stephen Krombolz. “Indiana and Iowa are key states in our early expansion plans but there is certainly more to come, and we look forward to announcing additional partnerships later this year.”

Tipico’s mobile sportsbook is expected to be launched in Iowa during Q4 of 2021 and in Indiana in Q1 of 2022, pending regulator approval. The sportsbook’s online casino product will launch in New Jersey this fall. Additional state market access is expected before the end of the year.

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Tipico Sportsbook announces Colorado as technology hub

Looking at the details surrounding Tipico Sportsbook choosing Colorado as its new technology hub.

Tipico Sportsbook and the Colorado Office of Economic Development announced Tuesday that Tipico has chosen Colorado as the home of its new technology hub. The sportsbook, one of the largest sports betting companies in the world, expects as many as 441 jobs to be brought to the area over the next eight years.

“We are thrilled to announce, in partnership with Governor (Jared) Polis, our intention to establish a Tipico Sportsbook technology hub in Denver,” said Adrian Vella, Tipico US Chief Executive Officer. “From the world-class universities and collaborative technology community, down to the well-documented high quality of life in the state, every metric during our nation-wide search pointed us right to Colorado. Now that football season is here and our sportsbook is live in the state, we’re confident that the deep pool of technology talent in Colorado will help us take the Tipico brand to the next level in the U.S.”

The added jobs are expected to have an average wage exceeding $96,000. Positions will range from technology roles to marketing, finance and customer service.

“Colorado voters voted to make Colorado one of the first states to legalize sports betting and use the revenue generated to protect our way of life and precious water resources that support our outdoor recreation economy and agricultural community,” said Governor Polis. “This move proves what we already know: Colorado is the best place to live and work and 441 new jobs will be created in Colorado thanks to this voter-driven decision.”

Online sports betting went into effect in Colorado May 1, 2020. Early regulation hs having a positive economic effect with approximately $65,962,159 in tax revenue in the first year of operation.

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Tipico Sportsbook goes live in Colorado

Looking into the details surrounding the launch of Tipico Sportsbook in Colorado.

Tipico Sportsbook, the exclusive sports betting and iGaming provider for USA TODAY parent company Gannett, is now operating in Colorado.

The Colorado launch marks the company’s second U.S. state after it went live in New Jersey in December. Tipico Sportsbook was able to expand into Colorado through support from Century Casinos, Inc., a Colorado-based gaming company.

“We are thrilled to announce Tipico’s continued growth within the United States,” Adrian Vella, CEO of Tipico U.S., said in a release. “We look forward to continuing to grow our U.S. footprint with exciting announcements in the pipeline that will change the game for avid sports fans and bettors.”

Tipico is a U.S. sportsbook originally founded in Europe in 2004.

Users can download the app at the Apple and Google Play stores and begin placing bets on a variety of leagues. Tipico allows users to wager on live sports markets across the globe, with odds managed by the company’s in-house trading team.

Tipico, the leading sports betting provider in Germany and one of the top sports betting companies worldwide, said it plans to expand into other U.S. states in the coming months. The sportsbook offers digital and mobile betting entertainment across 30 different sports.

Tipico USA Technology announced an exclusive agreement with Gannett Co. in July to provide new sports betting content throughout the USA TODAY Network.

“Century Casinos is thrilled to welcome Tipico Sportsbook to Colorado, and we’re honored to partner with them to introduce Colorado’s legendary sports faithful to their new home for sports betting action,” said Erwin Haitzmann and Peter Hoetzinger, co-CEOs of Century Casinos. “Tipico is a seasoned global operator with a track record of delivering reliable, high-quality products, which pairs perfectly with the casino experience we offer Colorado players.”

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Gannett announces exclusive sports betting partnership with Tipico Sportsbook

Gannett announces exclusive sports betting and iGaming partnership with Tipico Sportsbook. We break down the agreement.

Gannett Co., the parent company of USA TODAY, has finalized an exclusive multiyear deal with Tipico USA Technology to provide an extensive variety of new sports betting content throughout the USA TODAY Network.

As part of the five-year, $90 million deal, Tipico will become the exclusive sports betting and iGaming provider for Gannett, and will integrate its odds, props, free-to-play games and betting trends throughout the network and more than 200 affiliated properties, including For The Win, Golfweek and MMA Junkie.

“Our highly engaged audience of more than 46 million sports fans crave analysis, betting insights, odds and unique features which we will provide with our Tipico alliance,” said Michael Reed, Gannett chairman and chief executive officer. “Tipico adds incredible expertise from their European operations and next generation product capabilities, which offer our sports enthusiasts and local consumers a way to become even more invested in the games and sports they care about.”

Tipico is the leading sports betting provider in Germany and one of the top sports betting companies worldwide. As part of the agreement announced Tuesday, Tipico will co-brand all NFL Wire team sites and For The Win, including a re-launch of the Bets subsection to “Bet For The Win, powered by Tipico Sportsbook.” It will also provide odds pages throughout the USA TODAY Network, both in print and online.

Branded sports betting content is expected to debut in August to complement the start of the NFL season. In New Jersey and Colorado, Tipico’s sports betting operations will be live this fall, allowing readers to place bets through Tipico Sportsbook.

“Integrating their leading media properties with Tipico Sportsbook marks an important moment as we begin our acceleration in the U.S.,” said Adrian Vella, Tipico’s U.S. chief executive officer.

“Gannett’s best-in-class editorial operations and massive local footprint, partnered with Tipico’s game-changing technology, including end-to-end proprietary sports betting and iGaming products, will offer U.S. fans a slam dunk combination.”

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BetMGM named first official betting operator of the LPGA

Looking at BetMGM Sportsbook’s deal to become the first official betting operator of the LPGA.

The LPGA announced a multi-year agreement with BetMGM to become the tour’s first official betting operator and partner. LPGA odds will be featured on BetMGM’s betting menu alongside those of the PGA Tour, the European Tour and other leagues and events.

“As a leading sports and entertainment company and already a supporter of women’s golf, BetMGM is uniquely positioned to join the LPGA family as an Official Betting Operator,” Brian Carroll, senior vice president of global media distribution for the LPGA, said in a release. “Sports betting and digital gaming are key elements of the future of sports, and BetMGM is on the forefront of both opportunities. We are happy to partner with them as we look to provide more opportunities for our fans to interact with the LPGA and learn about our incredible athletes.”

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MGM Resorts has existing sponsor relationships with several LPGA stars including Michelle Wie West, Natalie Gulbis, Danielle Kang, Cristie Kerr, Alison Lee and Anna Nordqvist.

MGM also recently partnered with the LPGA for an upcoming event. The Bank of Hope LPGA Match-Play Hosted by Shadow Creek will be May 26-30 in North Las Vegas. Although Shadow Creek can be a tough and expensive tee time to obtain, the Tom Fazio layout ranks No. 1 in Nevada on Golfweek’s Best state-by-state ranking of public-access courses. It also ranks No. 10 on Golfweek’s Best Modern Courses list for all layouts opened after 1960 in the United States.

“We look forward to working with the LPGA and engaging with its fanbase through our market-leading products,” added Matt Prevost, BetMGM chief revenue officer. “BetMGM’s advanced betting technology provides a user-friendly experience for LPGA fans and a myriad of betting options to choose from.”

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Detroit Tigers and BetMGM partner on multi-year deal

The Detroit Tigers announce multi-year partnership with BetMGM Sportsbook

Partnerships between sports franchises and sportsbooks continued Wednesday, as the Detroit Tigers and BetMGM, a leading sports betting and digital gaming operator, announced a multi-year sponsorship agreement.

“We’re excited to expand our relationship with BetMGM to feature the Detroit Tigers and Comerica Park,” said Peter Kent, Senior Vice President of Corporate Partnerships via a release. “Our fans will enjoy the enhancements this partnership provides to their experience, both at the ballpark and in rooting on the Tigers from home.”

The sponsorship agreement will include BetMGM branding on Comerica Park scoreboards, social media content integrated between the two parties, BetMGM branding will be included within the MLB Ballpark App, as well as fan-focused promotions and more. Within Comerica Park, BetMGM signage will also be featured on the speed pitch LED board.

BetMGM Sportsbook went online in Michigan at the start of the year, offering legal, online sports wagering within the state. Their app is available for download on both iOS and Android, while also accessible via desktop.

Also see: Barry Sanders joins BetMGM as celebrity brand ambassador

“From day one, it’s been a priority for us to develop deep relationships with Michigan’s beloved sports teams,” said BetMGM’s Chief Revenue Officer Matt Prevost. “We look forward to our partnership with the Detroit Tigers and engaging with their fan base to offer best-in-class promotions and benefits only available on BetMGM.”

MGM Resorts is also an official gaming partner of the MLB.

Currently, BetMGM offers legal, online sports betting in Colorado, Indiana, Iowa, Michigan, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, Virginia and West Virginia. To place wagers online visit BetMGM.

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