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DraftKings expands CFO’s role to principal accounting officer

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DraftKings chief financial officer Alan Ellingson took on the additional title of principal accounting officer from 29 May 2026, according to the report. Chief accounting officer Erik Bradbury remained in the role; the article also discusses DraftKings’ prediction-market ambitions but gives no specific launch or commercial agreement.

The additional accounting title clarifies DraftKings’ finance leadership responsibilities as the company pursues broader product opportunities.

End-of-day close DraftKings (DKNG), USD, to 17 July 2026
Story date20 April 202617 July 2026

Latest reported results

DraftKings NASDAQ: DKNG

Quarter ended 30 September 2026

Revenue
USD 1.33bn10-Q filing 0001883685-26-000041
Operating income
−USD 493.1m10-Q filing 0001883685-26-000041

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