DraftKings News
DraftKings rolls out enhanced Dynasty Rewards loyalty program
22 Oct 2024
The exclusive Elite Rewards gifting program provides players with gifting options spanning from luxury goods to premier experiences.
DraftKings acquires Mustard Systems’ golf pricing business
14 Oct 2024
The experienced Mustard Golf trading team will bring its extensive live betting expertise to DraftKings, offering opportunities to improve the company’s live golf content.
G2E 2024 announces gaming CEOs Jason Robins and Derek Stevens as keynote speakers
7 Oct 2024
Beginning at 9 a.m. PT on Wednesday, 9 October, the keynote will kick off the second day of expo hall activities.
DraftKings joins The Larry Fitzgerald Foundation
2 Oct 2024
The deal is through the DraftKings S.E.R.V.E.S. program with a goal of raising $100,000 for breast cancer research and support for women, men and families impacted by breast cancer.
DraftKings Sportsbook opens at The Mint Gaming Hall Bowling Green
12 Sep 2024
The sportsbook in Kentucky features six kiosks, two over-the-counter windows, ample lounge seating, and provides guests with a viewing experiences with more than 30 televisions.
Casino City’s Friday Five: Jackpots, openings and implosion edition
30 Aug 2024
The implosion of Tropicana Las Vegas has been discussed for some time now but we finally have a date for the event.
DraftKings to acquire in-play betting company
29 Aug 2024
This would allow for the integration of Simplebet’s proprietary machine-learning models into DraftKings’ pricing and technology platform to create highly accurate betting opportunities during every moment of a game.
DraftKings bringing sportsbook to Lake of the Torches Resort Casino
26 Aug 2024
On Wednesday, sports fans 21-years-of-age and older will have access to six DraftKings Sportsbook kiosks and one over-the-counter window located on the Wisconsin casino floor.
DraftKings launches poker product in Michigan
25 Aug 2024
On Tuesday, the online casino launched its first Electric Poker Game, which features real players in a three-handed, no-limit Texas Hold'em poker tournament, in Michigan.
Casino City’s Friday Five: Sports betting surcharges and Las Vegas baseball edition
16 Aug 2024
The prospect of Major League Baseball gracing the Las Vegas Strip in the near future faces uncertainty due to emerging stadium construction concerns.
Gold Strike Casino Resort opens sportsbook powered by DraftKings
15 Aug 2024
The Mississippi resort rebranded its sportsbook in collaboration with DraftKings and the book features four betting windows and 10 DraftKings kiosks.
EveryMatrix goes live in Ontario with DraftKings
14 Aug 2024
The Ontario launch is the second North American territory to see EveryMatrix content go live with DraftKings, following New Jersey in June last year.
DraftKings announces gaming surcharge plan in high-tax states during Q2 earnings call
2 Aug 2024
CEO Jason Robbins says the sportsbook operator will implement "a gaming tax surcharge" in New York, Illinois, Pennsylvania and Vermont in January 2025 with the hopes it will "drive adjusted EBITDA upside on an annual basis."
DraftKings becomes Official Sports Betting and Daily Fantasy Partner of the WNBA
23 Jul 2024
DraftKings will utilize official WNBA data feeds to support the gameplay experience for fans. DraftKings has also served as an official sports betting partner of the NBA since 2021.
DraftKings plans to launch mobile sports betting in Washington DC
23 Jul 2024
Once live, Washington D.C. would become the 29th jurisdiction in North America in which the DraftKings Sportsbook operates.
Musburger Media purchases VSiN, The Sports Betting Network
23 Jul 2024
Original VSiN founders Brian Musburger and Bill Adee, who were part of the team that previously launched and led the multi-platform broadcast and content company, will lead it moving forward.
DraftKings completes acquisition of Jackpocket
23 May 2024
This acquisition empowers DraftKings to tap into the expansive U.S. lottery vertical, while expanding its position in sportsbook and iGaming.
Lori Kalani to join DraftKings as First Chief Responsible Gaming Officer
22 Apr 2024
Kalani becomes DraftKings’ first Chief Responsible Gaming Officer committed to the continued elevation and integration of the company’s player safety and protection activities.
DraftKings and NYRA announce new sponsorship agreement
4 Apr 2024
The deal establishes DraftKings as an official betting partner of both Saratoga Race Course and the Belmont Stakes Racing Festival as well as the presenting sponsor of the Travers.
Hacksaw Gaming and DraftKings score again in Ontario
27 Mar 2024
Last year saw Hacksaw Gaming go live in West Virginia and New Jersey, and now the company made the long-awaited entry in Ontario
DraftKings launches new tool to promote responsible gaming
14 Mar 2024
My Stat Sheet is a gaming tool that gives players the ability to assess, track and interact with their personal stats through intuitive charts and information.
DraftKings set to launch mobile sports betting in North Carolina
7 Mar 2024
Once live in North Carolina on 11 March, DraftKings Sportsbook will be available in 27 U.S. states, in addition to Ontario, Canada.
DraftKings reaches agreement to acquire Jackpocket for $750 million
16 Feb 2024
Jackpocket is the leading provider of digital lottery services in the U.S. with proprietary and highly-scalable technology, a strong brand, and a founder-led management team.
Casino City’s Friday Five: Poker bots and sports betting edition
26 Jan 2024
Barstool Sports is rumored to be throwing its hat back in the sports betting ring, this time with one of the biggest players in the industry.
DraftKings Sportsbook to launch in Vermont tomorrow
10 Jan 2024
Once live, Vermont will mark the 26th U.S. state, in addition to Ontario, Canada, in which DraftKings Sportsbook operates.
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