Fanatics Sportsbook partnered with the NHL’s Carolina Hurricanes for access to North Carolina’s mobile sports betting market, the company confirmed. The arrangement is subject to licensing approval; the state expects betting apps to launch in the first half of 2024, but has not set an official start date.
The partnership provides Fanatics a route to apply for access to North Carolina’s mobile betting market.
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Connecticut’s DCP ordered nine prediction-market companies to cease offering or promoting sports event contracts to state residents. The department alleged breaches of state gambling legislation and consumer protection rules. It also required the platforms to let customers withdraw their funds.
Colorado’s Limited Gaming Control Commission confirmed a $20,000 settlement with Fanatics Sportsbook on 27 August. Fanatics admitted breaching state rules after sending promotional messages twice in February to a self-excluded customer. The operator agreed to audit customer contacts and improve VIP staff training.
Fanatics said its sportsbook and online casino have become official partners of the NFL under a multi-year agreement. The non-exclusive deal includes access to league media inventory and hospitality opportunities; financial terms were not disclosed, and the NFL can appoint other partners.
Fanatics Sportsbook has secured a multi-year, non-exclusive sports betting partnership with the NFL, reportedly ahead of an expected announcement before the season opener. The agreement includes NFL media inventory, hospitality benefits and use of league and team intellectual property; financial terms were not disclosed.
The Sports Betting Alliance confirmed on 10 June that bet365 had joined, making it the group’s fifth member. The alliance said it represents FanDuel, DraftKings, Fanatics Sportsbook and BetMGM and advocates for regulated sports betting across the US.