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Caesars’ entry boosts sports betting in Indiana

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Caesars Entertainment, one of the premier gaming companies in the USA, has acquired Centaur Gaming, an Indianapolis-based company that owns several Indiana casino and racetrack facilities. The $1.7 billion purchase will allow Caesars to enter Indiana gaming market, where sports betting has already legalised.

Two of the well-known casinos in the state – Hoosier Park in Anderson and Indiana Grand in Shelbyville – apart from three off-track betting parlours have reached Caesars’ fold as part of the deal.

Caesars now owns more than 50 casinos and hotels worldwide, including two more of Indiana’s 13 casinos. The Nevada-based company already owned the Horseshoe Hammond and the Horseshoe Southern Indiana. Now Caesars owns four total casinos in Indiana, but the purchase of the last two was not without controversy.

Indiana law dictates a $50 million transfer fee to the state government for casino purchases, a charge both Centaur and Caesars disputed. Caesars even went so far as to threaten to stop a $90 million expansion project on its Horseshoe Southern Indiana facility.

In approving the purchase, the Indiana Gaming Commission fined Caesars $1 million for the threat, which never came to fruition. The Indianapolis Star reported the companies will not avoid the fee and the state expects to receive its $50 million as part of the transfer.

With the purchase finalised, the state’s gambling interests turn to when, or if, the state legislature will legalise sports betting.

Indiana Lawmakers Look to Debate Sports Betting

Legislation introduced in Indiana’s 2018 session in Indianapolis gives the state a head start for the 2019 session, the earliest lawmakers would likely discuss any sports betting bill. But the initial bills picked up little momentum in the statehouse last year and legislatures seemed divided on many of the same issues other states have wrangled with – assuming there’s political capital to pass a bill at all.

According to the Fort Wayne Journal Gazette, lawmakers still have to discuss permitted wagering locations, tax rates, mobile accessibility and revenue distribution. There’s also concerns about bets on amateur events, which is complicated by the NCAA. The organisation is headquartered in Indianapolis and was the primary defendant in the Supreme Court case that ultimately struck down the federal ban on sports betting.

If lawmakers pass a final bill through both houses, it will also need the approval from Gov. Eric Holcomb. The Journal Gazette reported the governor previously declined to comment on the prospects of approving a sports betting bill, saying it wasn’t a priority.

Still, lawmakers have viewed it as more of a priority than the governor and are undertaking a study of sports gambling’s’ impact on the state. Multiple lawmakers said they will file bills in time for the 2019 session where it will likely gain more traction than in 2018.

Out-Of-State Developments Could Spur Action

The progress and templates set by early sports betting adaptors could not only spur action but lay out a framework in Indiana.

Along with Nevada’s long-standing sports betting legalisation, Delaware, New Jersey, Rhode Island, Mississippi and West Virginia have all approved sports wagering and all will have taken bets before the end of the year. Several other states, notably Pennsylvania and New York, are working towards a system to take sports bets as well.

They’re far from alone. Several midwestern states, including neighbouring Illinois, have discussed sports betting at length and appear at the very least open to gambling expansion.

Kentucky, Indiana’s southern neighbour, has also made strides towards sports betting. A bipartisan group of lawmakers from both Bluegrass State legislative bodies have formed a bill that lays out their solution to many of the sports betting questions debated by their colleagues on the north side of the Ohio River.

Developments by Indiana’s neighbouring states combined with the increased presence of Caesars, a gambling industry leader long accustomed to handling wagers on sports, could sooner than later help push sports betting in the Hoosier State forward.

Source: gambling.com

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Blask Wins Prestigious “Startup of the Year” at 2024 Starlet Awards

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Blask, the pioneering AI-powered analytics ecosystem for iGaming, has been named “Startup of the Year” at the prestigious 2024 Starlet Awards. The company earned this recognition for developing a groundbreaking market intelligence platform that has redefined how gaming operators leverage data and market insights.

Award Recognition

The award confirms Blask’s revolutionary approach to market analytics and its significant impact on how iGaming companies access and utilise market intelligence. Powered by AI models including Computer Vision and Natural Language Processing, Blask analyses billions of data points across 2000+ active brands to provide unprecedented market insights.

The Starlet Awards recognition follows Blask’s recent SiGMA Asia Startup Pitch 2024 Award victory. “Winning these awards affirms our belief that innovation and bold ideas can reshape the iGaming landscape. The recognition underscores the impact of our cutting-edge AI technology and our relentless pursuit to transform data into actionable insights”, reflects Max Tesla, CEO and Co-founder of Blask

Blask provides operators with a strategic edge across multiple critical areas. Its real-time market analysis capabilities deliver instant access to crucial market metrics, while the high-granularity data available at one-hour intervals enables swift, informed decision-making. The sophisticated AI modelling system estimates GGR and FTD by analysing a comprehensive range of inputs, including historical data, third-party OSINT data, market performance, competitor metrics, historical brand performance, market reports, and public company disclosures.

Beyond analytics, Blask offers robust brand monitoring and competitor analysis tools, alongside strategic and tactical planning capabilities particularly valuable for market entry decisions and maximising performance during major events. The recently introduced customer profile feature harnesses AI to generate detailed, country-specific user profiles, adding another layer of strategic insight for operators.

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CONCEPT: VERSATILITY AND EFFICIENCY IN SPACES

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The CONCEPT cabinet line has been designed to maximize space in casinos, adapting to any configuration. Its efficient design allows for different bank arrangements, making the most of the available area. This gives operators greater flexibility in organizing their gaming floor.

Additionally, the integrated LED strips in CONCEPT eliminate the need for extra signs or wedges, creating a sleek and attractive visual at all times.

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Red Bull, Nissin Cup Noodles, and Kreo Join College Rivals Season 2 as Associate Sponsors

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India’s premier college esports and gaming talent hunt, College Rivals, has secured three major Associate Sponsors for its highly anticipated Season 2. Nissin Cup Noodles, Red Bull, and Kreo have all come on board to support the Ampverse DMI-conducted event, each contributing their distinct energy and enthusiasm, as the official Energy Partner, Snacking Partner, and Kreative Partner, respectively.

College Rivals Season 2, featuring participation from over 2,00,000 students across various competitions, offers a prize pool of INR 50,00,000 and a prestigious professional gaming contract. Having kicked off in July 2024, the championship will continue in the following months before culminating with a Grand Finale scheduled for the first quarter of 2025.

“We’re thrilled to welcome top brands like Nissin Cup Noodles, Red Bull, and Kreo to College Rivals Season 2, which has grown exponentially this time around and is bigger and better than ever. These incredible partners will further enhance the student experience with immersive gaming, exciting activities, and creative engagements, adding new energy and thrill as we continue to inspire college-going students to engage with esports and gaming opportunities,” said Ashwin Haryani, Country Head, Ampverse DMI.

Red Bull, returning to College Rivals after a successful first season, brings extra excitement with their racing simulators and product samples in interactive zones, giving students a taste of the fast-paced energy of Esports. Nissin Cup Noodles, the event’s Snacking Partner, is bringing a flavorful twist to the action. With wet product sampling of their instant noodles, Nissin Cup Noodles seamlessly blends snack breaks with gaming.

Meanwhile, with their branded gaming peripherals, Kreative Partner Kreo is hosting interactive activities such as typing tests and giveaways, inviting students to engage with top-tier gaming gear at the country’s biggest collegiate gaming event.

“We’re absolutely fired up to be part of College Rivals Season 2! The energy is electric, with thousands of students from all over the country bringing their A-game. The fast-paced action, intense competition, and pure thrill of gaming make this event a perfect match for Nissin Cup Noodles which is the go-to snacking option for gamers” said Varun Oberoi – Vice President, Head of Marketing and Corporate Communications, Indo Nissin Foods.

Having expanded to 20+ cities and 58+ colleges, College Rivals Season 2 is engaging 11,00,000 students across India, providing the ideal stage to connect with brands that resonate with them. Nissin Cup Noodles satisfies with its instant snacks, Red Bull keeps the energy high with its action-packed drinks, and Kreo connects creative minds with top-tier gaming gear.

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