BetMGM said it has updated its terms of service to clarify that it may suspend customer accounts for harassing or abusive language directed at athletes, coaches, team staff or league personnel. The company said confirmed harassment will prompt action, including account suspension.
The policy sets out a stated consequence for customers who harass sports personnel through gambling-related conduct.
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The annual value of sports betting sponsorship deals in the Americas rose 145% between 2020 and 2025 to more than $1.45bn, according to GlobalData's Sponsorship Sector Report – Gambling & Betting – Americas 2026. The number of contracts grew 106.6% over the same period, with football the leading channel.
The yearly value of sports betting sponsorship deals across the Americas grew 145% between 2020 and 2025, reaching more than $1.45bn, according to the Sponsorship Sector Report – Gambling & Betting – Americas 2026 produced by GlobalData. Over the same period the number of contracts rose 106.6%.
BetMGM and the NFL extended their Canadian sports betting partnership to Alberta this week, adding the province to Ontario, the companies said. The renewed agreement covers NFL-related marketing and hospitality activities and includes responsible gambling and integrity initiatives. The partnership runs for another year, according to the NFL Canada general manager.
Reportedly, Affiliate monitoring by Blask shows Bet365 appears on 53 sites in Brazil, the widest affiliate presence, with Betano and Stake tied at 44 each. Betsson and BetMGM each added eight new affiliate sites in the past month, the fastest growth. Blask tracks 315 affiliate sites and 583 active brands in the Brazilian market.
Bet365 has the widest affiliate presence in Brazil, appearing on 53 sites, according to affiliate monitoring by Blask. Betano and Stake are tied for second place with 44 sites each, ahead of Superbet with 43 and Novibet with 41.
A report says BetMGM is concentrating on higher-value betting and online casino markets in the US.
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.