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BetMGM renews Connor McDavid deal for responsible gambling content
Reportedly, BetMGM has extended its partnership with NHL player Connor McDavid by several years. The renewal centres on responsible gambling material and tools, and the pair aim to reach new US markets.
Bet da Sorte renews FIRST.bet deal for trading and risk services
Bet da Sorte has renewed its partnership with FIRST.bet, which will supply trading, pricing and risk management for pre-match and live betting. The operator keeps its platform on Single Software after testing an alternative provider. FIRST.bet founder and CEO Tom Light said Bet da Sorte tested the market and returned.
Sportradar renews Euroleague Basketball betting rights agreement through 2031
Reportedly, Sportradar has extended its Euroleague Basketball data and audiovisual betting rights agreement through 2031. The renewal starts with the 2026-27 season and covers exclusive worldwide distribution for more than 650 games annually. Sportradar will also continue bet monitoring and integrity education services.
MGCB renews three Michigan casino licences through September 2027
Reportedly, MGCB renewed licences for Detroit’s three commercial casinos after its annual assessments. The renewals allow the properties to operate through September 2027 following checks covering finances, operational conduct and responsible gambling compliance.
The Michigan Gaming Control Board (MGCB) renewed the operating licences of MGM Grand Detroit, MotorCity Casino and Hollywood Casino at Greektown following its annual review of all three properties. The three casinos will hold their licences through September 2027, when the state's annual renewal process takes place again, according to the MGCB.
Campeón Gaming enters Cyprus through Bet on Alfa deal
Campeón Gaming has signed a deal with Nicosia-based bookmaker Bet on Alfa to enter the Cypriot betting market, according to the press release. The release describes this as Campeón Gaming’s first market entry in Cyprus.